Do you love Christmas markets? Well, me too! And as much as I wish I could spend the entire winter travelling around Europe, visiting their historic Christmas markets, most years, I find myself in my hometown of Toronto. And while Toronto might not have the cache that many old European towns have, we have no shortage of charming holiday markets. The ones with twinkling lights, carol singers and plenty of mulled wine. Filled with hundreds of handicrafts and delightful festive goodies. These Toronto Holiday Markets are the perfect place to buy gifts or fill your own stockings!
Whether you’re a local or a tourist, they’re a great way to support local businesses and neighbourhood artisans. But with so many options, it can be tricky to know which are worth visiting. So I’ve put together this list of the best Toronto holiday markets for 2026!
When you visit the Distillery District during the holidays, you’ll feel like you’re in a winter wonderland! Built in 1832, the old Gooderham and Worts Distillery has been preserved for locals and tourists alike. Its cobblestone streets and restored Victorian industrial buildings form a pedestrian-only neighbourhood of restaurants, cozy bars and unique boutiques.
There’s no better time to visit than Christmastime! Every November the whole neighbourhood becomes the Distillery Winter Village. Millions of twinkle lights and bright baubles line the streets, and wooden market stalls pop up to mirror traditional European Christmas markets. Dozens of seasonal vendor cabins, restaurants and cafés make it a great spot for holiday shopping, so whatever you’re looking for, you’ll likely find it here.
The market opens Thursday, November 12 (opening night is at 6:00 PM) and runs daily until Sunday, January 3, 2027. It’s closed Christmas Day.
Admission is free all day Monday to Wednesday through December 13. During peak periods, including after 4:00 PM on busy days, you’ll need a ticket. General admission starts at plus taxes and fees. Tickets are sold online only, so buy from the official Distillery Winter Village website to avoid ticket scams. Some attractions are new or changing this year, and at least one needs a separate ticket, so check the details when you book.
The market is always packed on weekend evenings, hence the ticketing to control crowds. If you can go during the week, that’s your best shot at a quieter visit. I always advise it!
The One of a Kind Show (often still called the Winter Show) is a huge arts and crafts fair held a few times a year at the Enercare Centre in Exhibition Place. Every Christmas, hundreds of artists from across the country gather to sell handmade goods, and the show has been a Toronto tradition since 1975. It’s often my favourite spot for presents and unique seasonal decor. What you find here, you won’t find anywhere else!
You can wander the floor for hours, admiring what people can create. Sometimes it feels more like an art gallery than a craft show, except here you can actually afford most of the art!
November 27 – December 6 | Wednesday, December 2: 10 AM – 8 PM
Thursday, December 3: 10 AM – 11 PM (Late Night Shopping Party)
Friday, December 4: 10 AM – 9 PM
Saturday, December 5: 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday, December 6: 10 AM – 5 PM
Tickets: Adults | Seniors | Youth 5-17
Address: 100 Princes’ Blvd #1, Toronto
The Swedish Christmas Fair is one of my favourite events in Toronto! Hosted by SWEA Toronto, this adorable fair has been running since 1982 and has brought Swedish design, products and folk art to the city for decades. It’s now held at George Brown’s Waterfront Campus. I fondly remember my trip to Stockholm at Christmas, and being at the fair feels like being right back there, without ever getting on a plane.
Swedish folk dancers and singers perform on both days, and it’s a great way to learn more about Swedish Christmas traditions. You can order Swedish food and candy ahead through the fair’s webshop at swedishchristmasfair.ca and pick it up at the event.
Saturday, November 21 | 11 AM – 5 PM
Sunday, November 22 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Free admission. Webshop order pickup is 1–5 PM Saturday and 1–4 PM Sunday.
Address: 51 Dockside Dr, Toronto
Most visitors rarely see Toronto’s east end. The downtown core hogs all the attention, but (I’m biased, since I live here) this is a sorely overlooked part of town, with charming architecture, a laid-back atmosphere and fantastic shopping and restaurants. To get all that east-end energy in one place, head to the Leslieville Christmas Pop-up Market. It’s held indoors in a historic brick space and features 60+ local artisans selling handmade gifts and treats. There’s also Santa’s Village with holiday photos, hands-on workshops and food on-site. Proceeds support Second Harvest. Something for everyone 🙂
Address: 388 Carlaw Ave, Toronto
If you’re after eco-friendly Christmas shopping, check out the Toronto Botanical Garden’s annual Holiday EcoMarket. Over 80 local vendors showcase planet-friendly, botanically inspired products, with new vendors each weekend. The Garden Shop is stocked with holiday decor, nature-based gifts and flowering paperwhite and amaryllis bulbs ready for gifting. Recharge with food trucks, local food vendors or the Dandelion Cafe, which has indoor seating. Bring a reusable bag or travel mug!
Weekend #1: November 20–22, 2026
Weekend #2: December 18–20, 2026
Friday: 2–6 PM, Saturday and Sunday hours]
Free admission.
Address: 777 Lawrence Ave E, North York
Great news if you love this one: it has a new home. The Holiday Fair in the Square has moved from Nathan Phillips Square to Sankofa Square (formerly Yonge-Dundas Square), right in the heart of downtown. You’ll find an artisan marketplace, entertainment, and warming drinks and snacks. Admission is free, with donations supported by Epilepsy Toronto.
December 10 – 20, 2026
Monday to Friday: 4 PM – 10 PM | Saturday & Sunday: 12 PM – 10 PM
Free admission
Address: 1 Dundas St E, Toronto
Stackt Market is one of Toronto’s most unique spots: recycled shipping containers stacked together and now home to shops, restaurants, microbreweries and local artisans, with incredible views of the CN Tower. Holiday Hills is its free holiday festival. Last year it brought 100+ local businesses and pop-ups, a 120-foot immersive light tunnel, a towering Christmas tree, Santa programming and cozy winter patios. Get the Christmas card photo, then warm up with a hot drink!
Daily 12 PM – 12 AM | Free admission
Address: 28 Bathurst St, Toronto
Evergreen Brick Works is a Toronto landmark many of us have fond memories of, and the Winter Market is a highlight. The former brick factory along the Don River hosts an artisan and vintage market with 60+ vendors, food trucks and activities like a cozy winter garden and, on select Sundays, outdoor skating. Evergreen builds sustainable practices for the cities of the future, so the market champions a greener way to celebrate the holidays.
Getting here is easy. A free shuttle runs between Broadview Station and Evergreen Brick Works every 30–45 minutes, every day. Just ride the subway to Broadview and hop on from the parkette to the north.
Sundays, November 29 – December 20, 2026 | 11 AM – 5 PM
Pay what you can (suggested )
Address: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
If you want to shop beyond the big names, the City of Craft Holiday Market brings local and Canadian makers from across Ontario and beyond to The Theatre Centre on Queen Street West. Expect a mix of familiar favourites and new artisans and hobbyist crafters working across disciplines, which makes it a great stop for one-of-a-kind gifts. It’s also just across the street from the Toronto Artisan Market’s Twist Gallery location, so you can easily visit both in one outing.
Hours & Admission
December 4 – 6, 2026
Address: 1115 Queen St W, Toronto
If your idea of the holidays leans a little spooky, this market is for you. The Village at Black Creek goes festive-meets-spooky with 40+ curated vendors selling one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, plus tarot readings, all set among the historic village buildings. It’s a fun alternative to the traditional Christmas market, and the free admission doesn’t hurt.
Hours & Admission
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | Free admission
Address: The Village at Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
This one is a cozy neighbourhood treat. Presented by the Riverside BIA, the Riverside Holiday Market is a one-day community celebration in the east end. Kids can meet Santa and make crafts, and everyone can warm up with live music and hot chocolate. It’s small, friendly and free, which makes it a perfect low-key stop on a Sunday.
Hours & Admission
Sunday, November 29, 2026 | Free admission
Address: Ralph Thornton Community Centre, 765 Queen St E, Toronto
Hopefully, these Toronto Holiday Markets are the perfect place for you to check off all the items on your Christmas list! Let me know in the comments what you’re searching for this holiday season!
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