WILLOW GROVE ORCHARD
NORTH POLE AT WILLOW GROVE ORCHARD 2026

Two weekends of Christmas magic

Whether it's a family night out or a festive evening with friends, the North Pole at Willow Grove Orchard is the perfect place to celebrate the season together. This year it spreads across the whole barnyard, with a tree decorating contest, hands-on holiday scenes, hayrides, a warm bonfire, and lights all through the grounds.

See Dates & Times Enter the Tree Contest
The red barn at Willow Grove Orchard strung with Christmas lights, beside the Welcome to the North Pole sign

Dates & Times

Weekend 1
November 27 to 29
Friday, Nov 276 to 9 PM
Saturday, Nov 283 to 8 PM
Sunday, Nov 293 to 6 PM
Weekend 2
December 4 to 6
Friday, Dec 4Closed
Saturday, Dec 53 to 8 PM
Sunday, Dec 63 to 6 PM
We’ll be closed Friday, December 4, while we take some North Pole magic to the Stonewall Santa Claus Parade! Come join us there!
LOCATION
Willow Grove Orchard
Argyle, Manitoba
ADMISSION
Free
NEW THIS YEAR

Christmas Tree Decorating Contest

Bring your theme, your décor, and your creativity! Classic Christmas, whimsical woodland, candy-coloured fun, or something totally unexpected: gather your family, friends, coworkers, or community group and decorate a tree that makes visitors stop, smile, and vote.

ENTRY FEE
$25 per tree
PRIZE
50% of all entry fees. The more trees, the bigger the prize!
EXPRESS INTEREST BY
October 31
TREES READY BY
November 14
HOW TO ENTER
  1. Email us by October 31 to express your interest, and we'll send you an entry form.
  2. Decorate your tree and have it ready by November 14.
  3. Every tree is numbered, and North Pole guests vote for their favourite throughout the event.
Email to Enter Need a tree? We have some available. Just mention it in your email.
A tall decorated tree with a lit reindeer in Christmas Tree Alley under the covered tent
Santa sitting on a red velvet sofa in front of decorated Christmas trees

Photos with Santa

Free photos: bring your own camera or phone
Elf on site to help
No appointments: line up for your turn
Santa's hours to be confirmed. Check back soon!

What to Expect

Warm drinks, glowing lights, and plenty to explore. Here's what's waiting at the North Pole.

A themed winter scene with a glittering moose and evergreen trees inside the covered tent

Christmas Tree Alley & Theme Areas

Wander through Christmas Tree Alley and step into holiday scenes set up under our covered tent: Santa's Toy Workshop, the Candy Shoppe, the Mail Room (write your letter to Santa), the Grinch's corner, and more, with beautifully decorated trees twinkling around every turn.

The barn and buildings outlined in lights with a glowing light-wrapped tree and sphere in the snow

Lights & Trails

Lights are strung all through the grounds of Willow Grove Orchard. Follow the paths and trails around the barnyard past live trees on display and decorated areas. It's the perfect backdrop for holiday photos.

Hayrides

Climb aboard the Christmas Wagon and take a magical ride through the twinkling lights of Willow Grove Orchard, pulled by a classic John Deere tractor.

Tickets are $2 per person (children under 2 ride free on a parent's lap).

Guests gathered around the bonfire on a winter night

Bonfire

Gather around the roaring bonfire and soak in the warmth of the season. It's the perfect place to sip a drink, share stories, and enjoy the glow of Christmas under the stars.

A hot drink topped with whipped cream and crushed candy cane in front of Christmas lights

Food & Drink

At the bar: hot chocolate, coffee, and tea, plus soft drinks and water. Looking for something festive? Try our signature drink, made with or without alcohol, or choose from a selection of alcoholic drinks.

Hot food: Abas Catering by Mouna Abas will be serving up hot food.

Treats: Christmas baking will be available to buy. Enjoy a treat by the fire or take some home.

More details coming soon.

Guests browsing local vendor tables in the decorated barn

Shop Local

A couple of tables of local vendors will be selling homemade items, perfect for Christmas shopping.

Vendor details coming soon.

Help Fill the Food Bank

We're accepting monetary and food item donations for the Interlake Food Bank. Bring what you can, and help make someone else's Christmas a little brighter.