Christmas is coming and there are a number of local markets, bazaars and fairs happening to help you get in the festive spirit and check everything off your holiday shopping list.
Friday, Dec. 16
Holiday Pop-up Mini Market: The Maker's Mark in Newmarket is holding a holiday mini pop-up, featuring The Cardinal Atelier, Candles in the Country, Brainy Games, Fabrik and Fur, S3 Stitches and more. You can find items to brighten your home, freshen your style, and give the perfect gift. The pop-up goes from noon to 6 p.m. on Dec. 16 at 16655 Yonge St.
Saturday, Dec. 17
Holiday Excitement Craft Market: NewMakeIt is holding a holiday craft sale from noon to 4 p.m. featuring local artisans and makers. This will be an opportunity to find unique gift ideas and cross everybody off your list. It will take place at NewMakeIt, located at 621 Timothy St.
Holiday Pop-up Mini Market: The Maker's Mark in Newmarket is holding a holiday mini pop-up, featuring The Cardinal Atelier, Candles in the Country, Brainy Games, Fabrik and Fur, S3 Stitches and more. You can find items to brighten your home, freshen your style, and give the perfect gift. The pop-up starts at 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Dec. 17 at 16655 Yonge St.
Merry Marketplace: Richmond Hill's Merry Marketplace sees Richmond Green Park transformed into an outdoor holiday experience with local artisans, live entertainment, food concessions, a dazzling display of winter lights and more. Santa himself will be there from 5:30 to 8 p.m. to take photos with people. Donations are being collected for the Richmond Hill Community Food Bank. The Merry Marketplace runs from 4 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17.
Sunday, Dec. 18
Pop-up Christmas Sale: The Pop-up Vendors Market in Georgina is hosting a Christmas sale on Dec. 18 at the Sutton Kin Community Hall. Local vendors will offer holiday gifts including baked goods, jewelry, health and beauty products, toys, art, decor, candles, pet items and much more. The market runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Other Christmas Markets
Marques Christmas Market: Marques Family Farm's Christmas is back with a festive setting and market full of gift-giving ideas, including stocking stuffers, wreaths, baked goods and other treats, jam, fresh produce, and more. Kids can drop off their letters for Santa. You can also step onto the set of a romantic Christmas movie as the barn was recently used as a filming backdrop for a holiday movie. The farm is at 365 King St., just west of Dufferin Street, and admission to the market is free. It is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sundays until Dec. 18.
Niemi Christmas Market: The Niemi Family Farm's annual Christmas market runs on weekends throughout November and December. The farm, located at 18463 Highway 48 in Mount Albert, is transformed into Christmas land with bonfires and smores. The Polar Express takes visitors on a ride to see the animals, Santa in his workshop, and a Christmas market of vendors. Tickets are required and can be booked online. The market is open Dec. 16, 17, 20, 21, and 22.
The Distillery Winter Village: Toronto's popular distillery district is once again welcoming guests to its festive winter village this year. Along with the local shops and restaurants in the area there will also be vendor cabins featuring a number of unique artisans. Tickets are required on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays after 4 p.m. but all other times you can access the village free of charge. The winter village runs until Dec. 31.
Festive Nights at Brooks Farm: Visitors are invited to experience the season of lights at Brooks Farms, at 122 Ashworth Rd., Mount Albert. The festive event features an enchanted forest, holiday displays, live music, a bonfire with marshmallows, holiday characters, a storytime wagon ride, a craft market with local artisans, gifts for the kids, festive foods and Santa. Tickets are required and can be bought online. Festive Nights runs on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays after 5 p.m. until Dec. 18 with two extra nights on Dec. 22 and 23.
Winterfest at Wonderland: Canada's Wonderland has been transformed into a magical winter wonderland for Winterfest, on select nights until Dec. 31. The holiday event includes a Christmas Market and other shopping opportunities as well as rides, live entertainment, seasonal activities, and tasty treats and food. Tickets are required and can be bought online.
