The large wooden mistletoe sculpture created by artist Sklyer Dietze, hanging in the Downtown Kitchener Light box. It is night, and both the light box and the mistletoe are lit up with white lights.

The Mistletoe Trail

A mistletoe creation by artist Laura Kwok hanging at Castle Kilbride in Wilmot Township. Mistletoe is spilling out of a teapot.

The Mistletoe Trail

Laser cut gold metallic mistletoe base with woodland creatures and berries hanging from it, created byartist Brianne Burnell. Part of the 2025 Mistletoe Trail

The Mistletoe Trail

The 2025 Mistletoe Trail – Discover the Magic!

The self-guided Explore Waterloo Region Mistletoe Trail is a holiday adventure that invites you to explore seven artist-designed mistletoe installations across Waterloo Region — each with its own story, inspiration, and touch of whimsy.

From city streets to charming small towns, each stop offers a unique opportunity to slow down, share joy, and see the season through a creative lens.

Use the interactive map below to plan your route and get ready to take in all of the picture-perfect moments along the way.



The holiday magic doesn’t end under the mistletoe!

Along the trail, local restaurants, shops, attractions, and accommodations are joining in the fun with mistletoe-inspired treats, specials, and experiences. Sip a themed cocktail, find the perfect gift, or cozy up for an overnight stay — each additional stop adds its own sparkle to your Mistletoe Trail adventure.

Find these festive offerings by linking to the Mistletoe Stops below:


Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence 2025 Winner logo

Adding extra sparkle to this year’s trail is its award-winning legacy.

The 2024 Explore Waterloo Region Mistletoe Trail received the Tourism Marketing Campaign Award (under $50K) at the Ontario Tourism Awards of Excellence, recognizing creative marketing and innovative visitor experiences across Ontario. 


Share your Mistletoe Moments on the trail using #WRKiss and #exploreWR.

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