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Festive Holiday Markets To Visit Across Canada
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Travel in Style
Festive Holiday Markets To Visit Across Canada
There's no better way to support local artisans (and to get into the holiday spirit!) than by visiting a Christmas market.
Warm drinks, fluffy snow, rosy cheeks—strolling around a Christmas market has to be one of our favourite wintertime activities! Luckily, we have plenty of those around Canada.
Here are some Christmas markets you can visit, either for gift shopping or for walking around with a hot drink.
The Distillery Winter Village
Known for its majestic centrepiece Christmas tree and picture-perfect setup, the Distillery Winter Village is a beautiful way to spend a winter day. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, it features restaurants, cafés and retailers, plus a ton of food stalls full of festive eats.
When: November 14 - December 22
Where: Downtown Toronto
Montréal Christmas Village
Full of holiday charm, the Montréal Christmas Village is a great place to visit. You can indulge in treats and partake in activities, such as shows and games.
When: November 30 - December 24
Where: Place du Marché (Atwater), Montréal
Banff Christmas Market
An already breathtaking destination becomes even more magical with the Banff Christmas Market! Featuring over 100 artisanal vendors, live music, an outdoor fire lounge, Santa's house and reindeer stables, this market sure has plenty to offer.
When: November 17-19, November 24-26, December 1-3
Where: 100 Sundance Road, Warner Stables, Banff
Christkindl Market
Back for its 23rd edition, the Christkindl Market of Kitchener is Canada's original German Christmas festival. Set up as an old-fashioned town selling a range of traditional items, this market will make you feel like you're walking through a fairytale.
When: December 7-10
Where: Downtown Kitchener
Vancouver Christmas Market
Get your hands on unique, handcrafted gifts and stocking stuffers, sample some mulled wine and artisanal beers, or enjoy a variety of sweet and savoury epicurean delights at the Vancouver Christmas Market.
When: November 16 - December 24
Where: Jack Poole Plaza, 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver
The Québec City German Christmas Market
Discover European charm and treasures right in the heart of old Québec City! With its colourful lights, traditional wooden kiosks and free activities (like tobogganing) for the whole family, the Québec City German Christmas Market offers its visitors a unique and unforgettable experience.
When: November 23 - December 23
Where: in the heart of Old Québec
Inglewood Night Market
Discover everything the Inglewood Night Market has to offer, like shopping locally sourced and handmade goods, vintage clothing and antiques. This is also a great date night idea, as it features plenty of food and drink options as well as live music.
When: November 17-18, November 24-25, December 1-2
Where: Quonset at the Crossroads Farmers Market. 1235 26 Ave SE, Calgary
International Christmas Market
With its stunning backdrop of snow-covered trees and beautiful decorations, the International Christmas Market offers a magical experience for everyone. You can shop at one of the 200 vendor stalls or enjoy a long table three-course dinner.
When: November 17-19, November 24-26, December 1-3
Where: 18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW, Calgary
Kelowna Winter Street Market
Kick off the holiday season with a visit to the Kelowna Winter Street Market. Enjoy some hot chocolate by donation (all proceeds go to Central Okanagan Food Bank), shop local and artisanal goods, and have your kids take pictures with Santa.
When: December 2
Where: downtown Kelowna
The Great Christmas Market
After a long hiatus, the Great Christmas Market of Montréal's Quartier des Spectacles is back with a bang! Celebrate its reopening by walking through a magical setup of chalets with vendors and food stands, sip on some mulled wine and enjoy the beautiful lights of the city.
When: November 25 - December 30
Where: Quartier des Spectacles, Montréal
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