Christmas is one of my favourite times of the year, and Burlington always has that Hallmark touch you just don’t find often. From cozy markets to sparkling lakeside lights and even a step back in time to a Victorian Christmas, there’s something magical around every corner.

You don’t need to go across the pond to feel like you’ve walked straight into Downton Abbey. In fact, Dundurn Castle may just be the closest thing Canada has to its own Downton Abbey. Visiting Dundurn Castle in Hamilton gives period-loving hearts exactly what they need to get their Victorian-era experience.

Did you know that a lot of Hallmark movies are filmed right here in next to Burlington? Hamilton, Ancaster, Oakville, and Milton — all just a short drive from Burlington — have quietly become some of Hallmark’s favorite filming spots. Between the heritage buildings, cozy small-town main streets, and rolling countryside, it’s easy to see why.