30 holiday markets for gift shopping in Toronto

Every year around this time, a slew of holiday markets takes over every neighbourhood in the city. At these events, you’ll find all sorts of unique gifts for others and maybe a few for yourself as well.

Either way, the gems at these local vendor fairs are far more precious than the cookie-cutter items you’ll find at malls and big box stores, or on major shopping websites like Amazon.

The Distillery Winter Village

When: Nov. 13 to Jan. 5
Where: The Distillery District

Kensington Flea Holiday Market

Browse a winter wonderland of unique gifts and treasures at a shipping container market.

When: Dec. 7 to 8 and Dec. 21 to 22
Where: Stackt

HER Holiday Market

Shop over 30 women-led businesses at this market where you can feel good about what you buy.

When: Dec. 14 to 15
Where: Stackt

Decoy Holiday Market

Expect local vendors, food and music to fill up this bar for a multi-day market.

When: Dec. 13 to 15
Where: Decoy Bar

Danforth Winter Market

Local businesses are getting festive and making the season bright for this neighbourhood event.

When: Thursdays – Nov. 28, Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19
Where: The Danforth

Winter Wndrlnd Holiday Market

If your giftee appreciates oddities or supports upcycled fashion, this is the place to shop.

When: Dec. 13 to 14
Where: 25 Baldwin St.

Merry & Bright

Sip and shop preloved gifts like clothes and toys while kids are occupied with games.

When: Dec. 15 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Junction Brewing, 150 Symes Rd.

Ghibli Holiday Market

Over 120 vendors will be gathered at this event with festive activities.

When: Dec. 21 to 22
Where: 6 Sakura Way

Archive Market presents the Christmas Market

Over 20 vintage clothing and food vendors will be present at this market.

When: Dec. 6 to 7
Where: It’sOK* World, 468 Queen Street. W.

3D 3 Day Holiday Horror Market

Lovers of all things weird and creepy, this one’s for you: browse everything from VHS tapes and taxidermy to posters and tees.

When: Dec. 19 to 21
Where: Eyesore Cinema, 1176 Bloor St. W.

Reid’s Distillery Christmas Market

Shop local vendors, sip holiday bevvies, try festive food and take photos with Santa at a local distillery.

When: Dec. 7, 14, 21
Where: Reid’s Distillery

Mascot Festive Market

You can shop over 10 vendors and also decorate ornaments and cookies at this brewery market.

When: Dec. 7 – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Mascot Brewery, 37 Advance Rd.

Pai Holiday Market

A Thai restaurant is turning into a holiday market with off-menu dishes and Thai massages for one day only.

When: Dec. 8 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Pai

CF Holiday Market

Even a mall is getting in on the action by hosting a market with local merchants and a selfie station.

When: Nov. 28 to Dec. 23
Where: Sherway Gardens

100 Per Cent Silk Shop Holiday Market

Winter specialties from a curated selection of local creatives will be on display at this small market.

When: Dec. 14 – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: 100 Per Cent Silk Shop, 1558 Dupont St.

Kids Holiday Market

Story time and a family brunch are part of this market at a community centre.

When: Dec. 7 – 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: George Chuvalo Neighbourhood Centre, 50 Sousa Mendes

Curbside Holiday Craft Market

Make wreaths out of recycle bike parts as well as baskets, and sip free coffee and hot chocolate.

When: Dec. 7 – 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Curbside Cycle, 412 Bloor St. W.

Holiday Market at Pot Pot Studio

Check out finds from studio members as well as local makers and artists.

When: Dec. 7 to 8
Where: Pot Pot Studio, 300 Campbell Ave. Suite 309

Toronto Plant Market Holiday Market

Shop Christmas trees and vendors and enjoy music, snacks and hot drinks.

When: Dec. 7 – 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: 327 Bering Ave.

North Etobicoke Christmas Market

Head to a market with local vendors, crafts, toys, free food and a tree lighting.

When: Dec. 7 – 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Thistletown Community Centre, 925 Albion Rd.

Evergreen’s Winter Market

Artisans and vintage purveyors gather at this market with food and over 60 vendors.

When: Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 – 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Evergreen Brick Works

Disability Holiday Market

45 disabled vendors and artists will be at this market and disabled musicians will perform. There will also be a photo booth, a card making station, food and drinks.

When: Dec. 8 – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Wychwood Barns

The Bazaar of the Bizarre – Frostbite

Shop the strangest and crafter and be entertained by local performers and DJs.

When: Dec. 21 – 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: The Parkdale Hall, 1605 Queen St. W.

Studio 05 Holiday Market

Gifts, crafts, decor and clothing are available from over 12 vendors at this free market.

When: Dec. 7 to 8, Dec. 14 to 15
Where: Studio 05, 1250 Dupont St.

BAM! Holiday Art Market

The Barns Art Market is putting on a holiday market with over 25 artists and makers.

When: Dec. 7
Where: Wychwood Barns

Maker’s Market

Browse creative makers selling everything from hot sauces to scarves.

When: Dec. 5 to Jan. 10
Where: The Combine, 225 Wellington St. W.

Menage Toronto Christmas Market

Over 30 vendors will be at this pet-friendly market with food and drinks.

When: Dec. 8 – 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: 218 Merton St.

College Park Holiday Market

Snag free hot chocolate and s’mores at this market with over 15 vendors.

When: Dec. 7 – 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: College Park

Santa’s Creations Market

Support local small businesses by buying handmade gifts from this cute market.

When: Dec. 14 to 15
Where: 384 Yonge St.

Winter Wine Market

Hot drinks on a festive cozy patio await at this wine market at a bar. Expect free wine samples, candle making, paint nights and gingerbread house decorating.

When: Nov. 18 to Dec. 31
Where: Piccolo