It’s never too early to get into the holiday spirit, and in Toronto, the festivities have already begun! Holiday markets are always on our winter season to-do list, and Toronto has a wide selection for you to explore all across the city.
If you’re looking for holiday gifts for loved ones, stocking stuffers, festive treats, or simply just want to be surrounded by all things holly and jolly – check out our list of 25 holiday markets to visit.
Expect to see classic holiday markets like The Distillery Winter Village and St. Lawrence’s Winter Market, plus several new holiday markets to add to your winter traditions.
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Ritz-Carlton Curated Holiday Market
Enter a world of twinkling lights, seasonal flavours, holiday gifting, and memorable moments at The Ritz-Carlton Curated Holiday Market. Walk through the transformed EPOCH Winter Patio filled with curated collections provided by local artisans and specialty vendors. To secure your preferred entry time, reserve your spot and enjoy the festive culinary offerings, seasonal sweets, and signature photo opportunities to capture the magic with your loved ones. More info.
When: November 5-December 30
Where: The Ritz-Carlton
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The Distillery Winter Village
Toronto’s world-famous holiday market returns! The historic Distillery District brings Santa and his elves back for a holiday market filled with local vendors, carollers, and picture-perfect Christmas moments around every corner. Check out the festive food and drinks and their newest attraction – The Immersive Nutcracker! More info.
When: November 12-January 3
Where: The Distillery District
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Holiday Hills
Holiday Hills returns to STACKT Market, bringing you nostalgia, magic, and plenty more to create a fun-filled holiday memory! Enjoy dazzlingly bright installations and festive carnival games, shop locally for cute gifts and comfort foods at the holiday market, and try some delicious drinks at their cozy speakeasy. This year, don’t miss the new 13,000-square-foot sleigh ground! More info.
When: November 13-January 3
Where: STACKT Market
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Youngplace Art & Craft Holiday Market
Enjoy this one-day market and gallery-style exhibition spotlighting craft artists and makers. Along with face-painting and live music, browse through textiles, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture, mixed-media, and other craft-based practices – perfect for unique handmade gifts this holiday season. More info.
When: November 14
Where: Youngplace
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Toronto Dark Arts Market
A curated artisan-only market dedicated to all things weird and wonderful returns with two holiday-centred markets. If you want your holiday shopping done well in advance, check out their Early Holiday Market, or, enjoy the dark, spooky and macabre goods at the Northern Noir Market featuring work from artists, artisans and authors. More info.
When: November 14 & December 5
Where: Ground Control
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St. Lawrence Winter Market
The St. Lawrence Market is bringing back their annual Winter Market with even more festive fun every Thursday to Sunday. Enjoy rotating attractions like Ferris wheel rides, outdoor skating, outdoor movies, and carousel rides, as well as staple attractions like photos with Santa, live performances, seasonal eats and cozy drinks. Plus, browse through the 75+ artisans and vintage sellers at the Weekend Holiday Vendor Market! More info.
When: November 19-December 22
Where: St. Lawrence Market
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Holiday EcoMarket
Discover unique, nature-inspired, locally made gifts at the Toronto Botanical Garden’s annual Holiday EcoMarket. Shop from a rotating selection of more than 100 sustainable small businesses and find planet-friendly gifts for you and your loved ones. More info.
When: November 20-22, December 18-20
Where: Toronto Botanical Garden
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HarbourFrost Makers Market
Browse through the HarbourFrost Makers Market and discover unique, handmade gifts, including work by Harbourfront Centre’s Craft & Design Artists-in-Residence. Visit the studios, meet the artists, and bring home stunning pieces, including textiles, glass, ceramics, jewellery and more. While at Harbourfront, enjoy live performances, festive activities, warm up by the fire pits and check out the beautiful light displays along the waterfront! More info.
When: November 20-22
Where: Harbourfront Centre
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Holiday Market Sip ‘n’ Shop
Celebrate the festive season at the Kimpton Saint George’s Holiday Market Sip ‘n’ Shop with your furry friends! Bring your pet companion to Santa Paws, a special photo-op with Santa himself. Not only that, enjoy delicious sips and bites as you shop from some of Toronto’s favourite luxe, local shops. More info.
When: November 21
Where: Kimpton Saint George Hotel
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Holiday Artisan Market
Visit the Riverdale Hub Holiday Artisan Market for unique handmade goods from local makers. Discover thoughtful gifts, and support small creative businesses while enjoying a festive, relaxed afternoon. More info.
When: November 21
Where: Riverdale Hub
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Made in Ontario Holiday Artisan Market
Look for handcrafted treasures at this community event celebrating Ontario creativity and craftsmanship in the historic setting of Ontario’s Legislative Building. This special holiday pop-up market offers a carefully curated selection of seasonal items and one-of-a-kind gifts. More info.
When: November 21-22
Where: Ontario’s Legislative Building
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Loohoo’s Weird Holiday Market
Loohoo’s Weird Holiday Market is back for five weekends of festive mischief, funky gifts, quirky ornaments, bizarre crafts and more! Every weekend has a different lineup of local vendors, so keep an eye out for fresh new finds that will make the perfect gift for even your most eccentric friend. More info.
When: November 21-22, 28-29, December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20
Where: Loohoo
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One Of A Kind Christmas Show
Get in the holiday spirit at the One Of A Kind Christmas Show over 10 incredible days! Connect with over 800 passionate makers and discover handcrafted gifts. Plus explore other activities like the nutcracker competition, DIY crafts and workshops, a carousel, fashion shows, photo ops, and culinary demos for you to pick up tips and tricks this holiday season! More info.
When: November 27-December 6
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We Love Willowdale Christmas Market
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at North York’s We Love Willowdale Christmas Market and tree lighting at Mel Lastman Square. View exciting holiday performances, browse from over 50 vendors, and get photos with Santa. You can also give back this season by participating in their food drive or donating to support under-resourced neighbours in the community. More info.
When: November 28
Where: Mel Lastman Square
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Queen West Holiday Market
Celebrate the season at Queen West’s annual holiday market at the historic Victorian-esque Campbell House. Enjoy the best of the Queen West community while discovering local treasures, live music, and more festive activities! With an expanded outdoor experience, photo ops, tasty bites and more, soak up the seasonal spirit at the holiday market! More info.
When: November 28
Where: Campbell House Museum
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tis the szn holiday market
The Welcome Market is ready to help you find that perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for your special someone at the tis the szn holiday market! At this curated, retail pop-up experience, browse from over 20 local vendors, with a new roster each weekend. Support local, small businesses while finding unique and trendy treasures! More info.
When: November 28-29, December 5-6, 12-13, 19-20
Where: The Welcome Market
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BAM! Holiday Art Market
The Barns Art Market returns with a holiday twist! Discover work from over 30 artists, featuring jewellers, ceramists, poets, print makers, and so much more. Support new and emerging career artists while cozying up with hot beverages, tasty snacks, and family-friendly festive activities! More info.
When: November 29
Where: Wychwood Barns
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Riverside Holiday Market
The merriest time of the year at Riverside is back with the Riverside Holiday Market, and a new addition this year – an outdoor holiday market pop-up! From holiday shopping featuring local vendors to festive family-friendly activities and local specials from around the neighbourhood, visiting the Riverside Holiday Market makes for a fun-filled day! And while you’re there, enjoy the beautiful holiday window displays at the Window Wonderland tour. More info.
When: November 29
Where: Ralph Thornton Community Centre
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Evergreen Winter Market
The Evergreen Winter Market is coming back to fill your Sundays with holiday cheer! Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, old and new, at the Ontario Vintage and Artisan Market, participate in festive workshops, cozy up at the winter lounge with live performances throughout the day, and enjoy tasty bites from local vendors throughout the day! Evergreen is also hosting public ice skating on December 20, and a winter garden with fire pits, s’mores and hot cocoa on November 29 and December 6! More info.
When: November 29, December 6, 13, 20
Where: Evergreen Brick Works
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City of Craft
Toronto’s favourite holiday market for all things handmade is coming back to The Theatre Centre this December. City of Craft is Toronto’s largest not-for-profit, juried craft show – bringing together over 60 makers from Ontario and beyond for three days of holiday shopping. More info.
When: December 4-6
Where: The Theatre Centre
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Happily Ever Holiday Book Market
Get ready for Hopeless Romantic Books’ very own take on the classic holiday market, in partnership with Penguin Random House Canada. Come for a magical day of shopping, bookish vendors, authors, festive finds and much more. Connect with authors, enter giveaways, and enjoy this festive shopping experience made especially for romance readers and book lovers. More info.
When: December 5
Where: The Parkdale Hall
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Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Pop Up
Toronto Art Crawl is back at The Great Hall for another full day of art, creativity, live demos and more. Shop from talented local artists and designers, and choose from original art, fashion, jewelry, body care, and more to find unique and creative gifts for your loved ones. Enjoy delicious food vendors, live DJ sets, and festive activities while celebrating the holiday season at the 12th annual Toronto Art Crawl. More info.
When: December 6
Where: The Great Hall
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Barkada Holiday Market
Barkada Holiday Market is coming to STACKT Market for you to do some holiday shopping while supporting Asian-owned businesses, makers, and artists! Browse through handmade goods, delicious bites, and more while surrounded by STACKT Market’s dazzling holiday decor. More info.
When: December 6
Where: STACKT Market
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Toronto Sunday Market
The Parkdale Hall is hosting several markets for the holiday season featuring local makers, vintage dealers, artists and food vendors for you to browse through and enjoy. Check out the Early Bird Christmas Market for those who want to get a head start on holiday shopping, or enjoy the lively Christmas shopping atmosphere at the Peak Week Market, or if you’re someone who can’t get enough of the last-minute holiday shopping hustle and bustle, visit the Last Call Market! More info.
When: December 6, 13, 20
Where: The Parkdale Hall
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Holiday Fair in the Square
Sankofa Square comes alive with festive fun, holiday shopping, delicious treats, special experiences, and plenty of seasonal magic. Enjoy carousel rides, pictures with Santa, festive-themed drinks, live performances, a fireside lounge and so much more. Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or a jolly day out, there’s something for everyone at the Holiday Fair in the Square! More info.
When: December 10-20
Where: Sankofa Square
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