By Karen Kwan on
Celebrate the spirit of giving at holiday markets across the city. December is the perfect month to complete your gift shopping and enjoy wintery refreshments surrounded by twinkling lights and sparkling company in Toronto. Here’s where you’ll find 9 awesome limited-time holiday markets and festivals in Toronto.
November 5 – December 30, 2026
Wander this upscale hotel’s European-style festive marketplace, where you can snack on seasonal sweets and sip pn handcrafted holiday beverages. Take pics by the cozy firepits and sparkling mini chalets. While you’re there, load up on artisanal gifts from a curated selection of makers and merchants.
November 7, 2026
At the one-day-only Toronto Art Crawl Christmas Market, explore more than 120+ local artists and artisans.
With a wide range of creations—from photography and fine art to skincare and fashion—you’ll be sure to score the right gift for even the hardest-to-shop-for people on your list.
Plus, with DJ Kid Artik spinning tunes and delicious food vendors on hand, your holiday shopping will feel less like a chore and more like a party.
November 12, 2026–January 3, 2027 (Closed Christmas Day)
Get merry at the Distillery Historic District’s annual Distillery Winter Village. The merry vibes kick off with a tree lighting ceremony and run through New Year’s Eve.
This photogenic outdoor market is one of the most popular Christmas markets in Toronto. It takes place in a Victorian-era neighbourhood, with adorable cabins where you can find unique gifts for everyone on your list and warm up with hot cocoa and gourmet bites once you’ve shopped and fêted your heart out.
November 13, 2026–January 3, 2027
The STACKT Market’s annual Holiday Hills fest takes place at an iconic shipping container market downtown.
This all-encompassing holiday festival includes prime shopping from independent retailers, spectacular immersive installations (hello shimmering light tunnel!), live music, beloved outdoor winter games (now’s your chance to try curling!), and holiday drinks to sip and savour (don’t miss the Mexican-themed Casa de la Abuela Speakeasy).
Thursdays through Sundays, November 19–December 22, 2026
Browse unique creations by local artisans, artists and vendors at the new outdoor Winter Market at Old Town landmark, St. Lawrence Market. You’ll find gourmet goodies, handmade gifts and other anything-but-cookie-cutter speciality products alongside live entertainment and festive vibes. Head indoors to find more food gifts for everyone on your list.
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays, November 20–December 20, 2026
Lights, food, live music, activations and a vendor marketplace spark up the waterfront this month. HarbourFrost’s whimsical winter circus performers, magical pantomime, and ride-on train promise frolicsome fun, but if you’re here to finish your holiday shopping, be sure to stop by Frostbite Lane and the Maker’s Market for one-of-a-kind jewelry, ceramics, textile and decor finds.
November 27—December 6, 2026
A Toronto shopping tradition, the One of a Kind Winter Show is back at the expansive Enercare Centre, so you can shop 800-plus vendors under one roof.
But it’s not just shopping: check out fashion shows, panels, DJs, ride a nostalgic carousel, and discover new talent at the Rising Stars section, where you can meet and shop from emerging and up-and-coming creators and makers.
Sundays, November 29–December 20, 2026
Shop for the ecoholics on your list at the Evergreen Winter Market, where sustainability and style are key. You’ll find unique handcrafted items by 60-plus artisans, plus vendors selling vintage clothing and gifts. Sip warm drinks by the fire pits, nosh on local food-vendor fare, savour live music and let the kids unleash their creativity at the Art Hive drop-in.
Level up your hygge game with a workshop on making festive snowglobe cookies or holiday crullers (pre-registration required).
December 10–20, 2026 (Closed December 14)
Max out your holiday shopping options with a visit to Holiday Fair in the Square, a charming holiday market in Sankofa Square, directly across the street from the bustling Toronto Eaton Centre mall (home to major chains and in-demand brands). Shop for unique finds in the indie marketplace, enjoy live music, and indulge in comforting drinks and snacks. It all takes place at the iconic intersection of Dundas and Yonge Streets, abuzz with its oversized billboards and dazzling city lights.
This story has been updated with new details since it was first published in November 2021.