Frequently Asked Questions

Not at all — you’re welcome to walk without one. But making and carrying a lantern is a beautiful way to be part of the event. See our Lantern-Making Workshops page for details.

You are also welcome to bring your own lantern or candle. Perhaps you have some battery powered LED lights you can wear or wrap around a fun hat. Remember: the dress code for the Solstice Walk is sparkly, shiny and bright!

Yes! The Walk is completely free. This event has been made possible with funding support from the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Department.

Cay and Paper Theatre is also a not-for-profit arts organization with charitable status. Your donations play a vital role in making our programming possible. Please consider donating today through our secure CanadaHelps link HERE and in the top right hand corner of each web page.

Registration is not required for the Walk itself. Some workshops do require sign-up due to limited space.

The Winter Solstice dress code is sparkly, shiny and bright!

Practically, make sure you wear warm layers, winter boots, mittens, and a hat. The event takes place outdoors and the pace is gentle but steady.

This is a ‘rain or shine’ event.

We aim to make the Walk as accessible as possible. The route is flat and stroller- and wheelchair-friendly.

The whole event is approximately 60 minutes. The Walk itself is approximately 20 -25 minutes. The event includes small pauses for music, performance, group singing and, of course, puppet moments.

Please review the Map provided on the event’s main page HERE.

Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome as long as they are comfortable in crowds and around lanterns/lights.

Yes! We encourage sharing your images, as long as you’re respectful and mindful of those who prefer not to be photographed.

And please tag us where you can! Our Instagram handle is @clay.paper.theatre.