Finding gifts for loved ones is also a chance to support Toronto’s incredible makers and crafters.
We (strongly!) encourage you to stay out of the mall and off your computer screen.
Instead, stoke the best vibes of the season by wandering through incredible local spaces that allow you to support local Toronto artists who genuinely rely on our appreciation for the art of all things handmade.
Here are four events that’ll make your heart grow three sizes in just one weekend!
City of Craft at the Theatre Centre
This juried craft show has the best ceramics, jewelry, prints, cards, ornaments, plushies, aromatherapy, delicious foods, knitted and leather goods. There’s also a small zine market on site.
- Friday, December 6 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday, December 7 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday, December 8 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
BAM! Holiday Art Market at Wychwood Barns
Our beloved Wychwood market invites the community to gather for the lighting of a zero waste Christmas Tree made entirely from reused materials.scraps and forgotten odds and ends. Local artists, winter treats, and Jazz tunes will make this a market to remember.
- Saturday, December 7, | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Holiday Market at Toronto Plant Market
A vintage heated greenhouse filled with twinkling lights will feature a dozen vendors selling handmade and sustainable gifts and surprise musical guests.
On Sunday, join Growing T’karanto for sustainable wreath-making workshops and craft your own holiday decor masterpiece.
- Saturday December 7 | 12:00PM– 5:00 PM
- (Wreath Making) Sunday December 7 |10:00AM-12:00PM and 2:00PM – 4:00PM
The Leslieville Christmas Pop-Up Market
Visit the east end to check out 50 local businesses and artists showcasing handmade goods. Don’t miss the Ugly Sweater Night Market on Friday.
- Friday, December 6 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Night Market!)
- Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM