Coming in Hot - Call for 2025 Tofino Hot Cocoa Trail Participants
With the peak of summer behind us, and winter on the horizon, we’re gearing up for the third annual Tofino Hot Cocoa Trail!
Businesses with a food and beverage component/service are invited to join this year’s coziest tasting trail, running November 28th – January 4th, as part of Tofino Winter Nights. Complete the submission form by September 30th to participate.
Key dates:
- Sept 30: Your submission deadline
- Mid-November: Social media giveaway launches
- Nov 28: Trail kicks off
Quick note: To complete the form, you’ll need:
- A drink name
- A short description
- One landscape image (of your hot cocoa(s)
- One portrait image (of your hot cocoa(s)
What is the Tofino Hot Cocoa Trail?
A seasonal tasting trail throughout Tofino, where businesses offer their own creative twist on a winter classic. Just like last year, we’re excited to be using Bandwango to gamify the trail: participants can check in at locations, collect points, and win prizes for enjoying multiple hot cocoas. This fun, interactive element is designed to encourage people to visit a variety of businesses, driving engagement.
What is Tofino Winter Nights?
This event (also in its third year) is a tribute to Tofino Winter Lights at the former Tofino Botanical Gardens. Tofino Winter Nights is a calendar of existing and new events throughout December, starting with Jingle Into Christmas on November 29th. This also includes the Tofino Hot Cocoa Trail.
This year, we’d love to bring the festive spirit early!
As the days grow shorter and colder, we invite businesses to help spread cheer with warm, inviting touches like lights, ornaments, and seasonal décor. Let cozy season begin!