Holiday home tour and Pop Up “Sip & Shop” Social kick off festive weekend in support of hospice care
OTTAWA, November 14, 2025 — A beloved Ottawa tradition returns this weekend as Homes for the Holidays (HFTH), presented by the Taggart Parkes Foundation, welcomes guests from November 14–16, 2025, for a three-day holiday home tour and a festive holiday Pop-up Shop with a Friday night “Sip & Shop” social at the beautiful 1818 Farm & Cidery.
WHAT
A self-guided tour of exquisitely decorated Ottawa-area homes, paired with a festive holiday pop-up shop at 1818 Farm & Cidery.
Ticket holders will:
- Tour multiple private homes across the Ottawa region, each uniquely styled for the season by local florists.
- Enjoy a NEW Friday night “Sip & Shop” – meet the florists, homeowners and sponsors with a complimentary beverage from Dunrobin Distilleries and light nibbles from 1818 Farm & Cidery, live entertainment, and shopping of one-of-a-kind local creations.
Shop a curated holiday pop-up market featuring 20+ artisan vendors and donors offering décor, gifts, gourmet treats, and unique finds. 1818 Farm & Cidery is a modern, light-filled venue offering a warm and welcoming backdrop for holiday shopping and socializing. The Pop Up Shop is free to non-ticket holders all weekend.
WHY
Now in its 23rd year, Homes for the Holidays invites ticket holders to explore Ottawa-area homes transformed with breathtaking seasonal décor by talented local florists. All in support of Hospice Care Ottawa, offering free palliative care to those in need and their families. In past years, HFTH has welcomed over 1,500 attendees and raised more than $100,000 annually, powered by the generosity of more than 300 volunteers.
WHEN
Holiday Home Tour
- Friday, November 14, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Saturday, November 15, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Sunday, November 16, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Holiday Pop-Up Shop at 1818 Farm & Cidery
- Friday, November 14, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Saturday, November 15, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Sunday, November 16, 2025 – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
TICKETS
For a full tour schedule and tickets, please visit here
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