✨ Step into the Magic of the Holidays Across Canada 🎄❄️

Holiday events and Shopping for Everyone!

 

The holiday season is here, and with it comes twinkling lights ✨, festive markets 🛍️, and cozy traditions that make this time of year so special. Whether you’re searching for unique gifts 🎁, planning a family outing, or simply looking to soak up the seasonal cheer 🎶, these destinations promise unforgettable experiences. Grab your mittens 🧤, sip on some hot cocoa ☕, and explore our curated list of holiday events and shopping spots that will make your winter sparkle 🌟.

British Columbia

🎅 Vancouver Christmas Market

📅 November 13 – December 24, 2025 | Jack Poole Plaza

Celebrate 15 years of the market, which brings European holiday charm to Jack Poole Plaza with festive lights, artisan vendors, traditional food, and family-friendly attractions like a walk-through tree and carousel.

📷 Maya Pankalla - Vancouver Christmas Market

Canyon Lights

 

📅 November 21, 2025 – January 18, 2026 | Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

 

Experience Treetops Adventure in all of its glory, lit up from root to tree-top with hundreds of lights. Each of the seven mini suspension bridges offer beautiful photo ops and views of glittering walkways.

🎄Christmas Wonderland on The Drive

📅 November 30 | Grandview Park

A magical afternoon filled with free photos with Santa, horse & carriage rides, holiday music, kids’ activities, and plenty of cheer.

🎁 Shipyards Christmas Market

📅 November 28 – December 24, 2025 | 125 Victory Ship Way

Weave your way through the sparkling lights and aisles of 100 wooden stalls selling unique artisanal gifts. Enjoy festive music, admire the City’s Christmas tree and indulge in seasonal treats.

🛍️ New Westminster Holiday Market

📅 December 13 and 14, 2025 | City Hall Plaza

Celebrate the season with over 90 local artisan and food vendors, plus food trucks, live music, kids’ crafts, and a photo wall.

🌟 Surrey Tree Lighting and Holiday Market

 

📅 November 22 and 23, 2025 | Surrey Civic Plaza

 

Every year, the City invites residents to watch Mayor and Council “flip the switch” to light the City’s 60ft Christmas Tree. The festival has expanded to include spectacular light installations, a holiday market, a dance stage, DJs, food trucks, and activities for all ages.

💡 Lights at Lafarge

 

📅 November 28, 2025 – February, 2026 | Coquitlam’s Town Centre Park

 

Produced by the City of Coquitlam, this is Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor winter lights display, featuring a 1.2-km pathway filled with dazzling lights and re-imagined displays.

🎨 2025 Victoria Yuletide Market

 

📅 Weekends; November 14 – December 21, 2025 | Bilston Creek Farm

 

Discover why this is one of the most popular Christmas craft markets in Victoria, with local businesses showcasing their beautiful products across 7 different markets, including a Night Market.

🛍️ Holiday Magic Market

 

📅 November 21 and 22, 2025 | Rotary Centre for the Arts

 

Your one-stop destination for unique, locally handmade items, festive concerts, creative workshops and family activites.

🎨 Craft Culture Holiday Market

 

📅 December 5 – 7, 2025 | Prospera Place

 

Kelowna’s largest holiday market, featuring 200+ local artisans and crafters with unique, handcrafted goods—a one-stop shop for festive gifts while supporting local businesses.

Alberta

📷 Edmonton Christmas Market

🎄Edmonton Christmas Market

 

📅 November 29, 2025 – December 21, 2025 | Fort Edmonton Park

 

Explore artisan vendors, cozy up with seasonal treats, enjoy live entertainment, and immerse yourself in holiday magic in a charming winter village setting. It’s the perfect destination to shop, dine, and celebrate the magic of the season.

🛍️ Butterdome Craft Sale

 

📅 December 4 – December 7, 2025 | University of Alberta’s iconic Butterdome

 

Alberta’s largest holiday market features over 200 Canadian artisans offering handmade gifts, from jewelry and fashion to home décor and gourmet treats. It’s the perfect spot to find unique treasures and meet the makers behind them.

🎄 Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market 

 

📅 November 21 – 23 and November 28 – 30, 2025 | Spruce Meadows

 

This European-style holiday market features more than 300 vendors offering handcrafted gifts, festive décor, and seasonal treats. Visitors can shop, dine, and enjoy live entertainment in a beautifully decorated setting.

Saskatchewan

✨ Light Up The Village 2025

 

📅 December 4, 2025 | Regina’s Cathedral Village

 

Stroll through the neighborhood, hop from shop to shop, and enjoy late-night shopping, festive activities, and community spirit as local businesses light up the streets for the holiday season.

🎁 Winter Wonderland Family Day

 

📅 November 30, 2025 | Conexus Arts Centre

 

Kick off the holiday season with a cozy afternoon of festive fun the whole family will love. Explore decorated holiday displays, make memories with Santa, and enjoy hands-on activities and treats.

Ontario

🎄The Merry Market

 

📅 November 27 – December 21 | 100 Kellogg Lane

 

The city’s largest free holiday market, featuring amazing vendors, photo ops, a 35-ft Kellogg tree, live performances, and festive spaces like the Prosecco Pit.

Holly Jolly Holiday Market

 

📅 December 5 – December 21 | Covent Garden Market

 

Holly Jolly returns for its fourth year with crafts, cocktails, hot chocolate, horse rides, live music, and family-friendly entertainment – something for everyone this holiday season!

📷 Distillery Winter Village

🎄Distillery Winter Village

 

📅 November 13, 2025 – January 4, 2026 | Distillery Historic District

 

Toronto’s iconic holiday market transforms the cobblestone streets of the Distillery District into a magical winter village. Enjoy festive food and drinks, photo-worthy holiday décor, and live entertainment in one of Canada’s most enchanting seasonal destinations.

🎨 One Of A Kind Winter Show

 

📅 November 27, 2025 – December 7, 2025 | Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place

 

Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the show includes a wide variety of Canadian-made high-quality items, from fashion, art, flavours, and toys, to jewelry, home decor, stationery, and so much more.

🌲 Evergreen Winter Market

 

📅 November 30, 2025 – December 7, 14, and 21, 2025 | Evergreen Brick Works

 

Celebrate the holidays in Toronto’s historic green space with a market that champions sustainability. Discover eco-friendly gifts from local artisans, enjoy nature-inspired workshops, cozy fire pits, and festive eats in a setting that blends community and the outdoors.

🎁 Oakville Christmas Market

 

📅 December 6 and 7, 2025 | Bronte Market Square

 

Celebrate the holidays by the lake with curated artisan vendors, waterfront photo spots, and Bronte Village’s cozy charm. Enjoy live music, festive treats, and family activities in a scenic outdoor market that combines local shopping with lakeside views.

🍷 St Jacob’s Farmers Market Holiday Sip & Shop

 

📅 November 21 and 28, 2025 | St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market

 

Sip festive drinks as you explore Canada’s largest year-round market during this special evening event. Browse artisan vendors across three licensed market buildings, enjoy live holiday music, cozy fire pits, and photo ops with Santa for a one-of-a-kind seasonal experience.

🎅 Ottawa Christmas Market

 

📅 November 21 – December 31, 2025 | Lansdowne Park

 

Step into Ottawa’s European-inspired Christmas Market featuring twinkling lights, artisan vendors, festive food and drinks, live entertainment, and Santa’s Workshop for kids.

🛍️ Canadian Museum of History Christmas Market

 

📅 November 27 – 30, 2025 | Canadian Museum of History’s Grand Hall

 

Shop handcrafted creations from nearly 100 exhibitors at Canada’s largest museum, featuring holiday décor, gourmet foods, fine spirits, jewelry, fashion accessories, and Indigenous art in a festive atmosphere with free admission and coat check.

Quebec

📷 Alison Slattery - Tourisme Montréal

🎄 The Great Montreal Christmas Market

 

📅 November 21 – December 7 | Quartier des spectacles

 

A magical holiday experience in Jeanne Mance Street featuring 40 artisan chalets, festive food and drinks, live music and theatre.

🎁 Montréal Christmas Village (Atwater Market)

 

📅 November 27 – December 21 | Place du Marché Atwater

 

Shop eco-friendly gifts from local artisans and enjoy festive family activities. New this year: the Kingdom of the Elves adventure and movie-trains for all ages.

 ✨ LUMINO

 

📅 November 27 – March 8 | Place des Festivals

 

This season-long celebration transforms downtown Montreal into a luminous winter wonderland. Explore 20+ interactive light installations, video projections, and creative experiences.

🎄 German Christmas Market

 

📅 November 20 – December 23 | Multiple locations

 

Old Québec transforms into a magical Christmas village with illuminated sites, festive shows, family activities, gourmet treats, and endless gift ideas—all with the charm of a European-style market.

Nova Scotia

📷 Evergreen Festival

🎄 Evergreen Festival

 

📅 November 21 – December 14, 2025 | Halifax Waterfront 

 

An outdoor celebration featuring holiday lights, local food, craft, art and festive experiences. Light displays and programming extend across Halifax and Dartmouth.

✨ Glow Halifax

 

📅 November 20 – January 3, 2025 | Halifax Exhibition Centre

 

An enchanting holiday light festival featuring dazzling displays, festive food, entertainment, games, and magical experiences for all ages.

🛍️ Dartmouth Makers Winter Market

 

📅 November 28 and 29, 2025 | Christ Church Parish Hall

 

A volunteer-driven event dedicated to showcasing local artists and crafters through affordable craft shows.

Get More Inspiration for the Holidays:

 

Looking for more holiday tips? Check out these guides to make your season extra special!

 

🏠 How to Host the Perfect Holiday Gathering in Your Apartment

 

🎄 Elevate Your Apartment’s Festive Spirit: Top 15 Holiday Decoration Ideas

 

🎁 20 Budget-Friendly DIY Holiday Gift Ideas to Spread Joy

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