Tis almost the season to be jolly, so it’s time to start planning your holiday itinerary, and nothing screams “holidays” like a winter market!
From Christmas markets in downtown Toronto to amusement parks turned into a massive winter festival, the city and Greater Toronto Area is making this Christmas extra special for those looking for a fun plan.
So, start planning by checking out a list of winter markets in the GTA below!
THE DISTILLERY WINTER VILLAGE
Location: In the Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill St, Toronto
Dates for 2025: November 13, 2025 – January 4, 2026 (closed Christmas Day)
Price: $18.65
Toronto’s most famous winter market is returning to the distillery district and you don’t want to miss it! Kicking off with its annual Christmas tree lighting on Nov. 13, this winter village is bringing treats, good vibes, and a Hallmark aesthetic that you’ve been waiting all year for. Tickets are on sale now!
HOLIDAY HILLS @ STACKT
Location: STACKT Market (shipping-container marketplace), Toronto.
Dates: November 14 – December 28, 2025
Price: Free
Holiday Hills @ STACKT Market is back for another year, bringing over 100 vendors, fun pop ups, live music, and yes, delicious food and drinks! Walk through this winter wonderland as you enjoy breathtaking moments that will put you in the Christmas spirit.
CANADA’S WONDERLAND WINTERFEST
Location: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive
Dates: Select nights from November 15, 2025 to January 3, 2026.
What’s better than a winter wonderland? How about winter at Wonderland! Canada’s Wonderland is bringing back WinterFest beginning on Nov. 3, enjoy dazzling lights, live shows, and of course rides and attractions at Canada’s biggest and best amusement park. Don’t wait, hurry up and grab your tickets today!
BRAMPTON CHRISTMAS MARKET
Location: 1133 Queen Street East
Dates: December 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Price: Free
The Brampton Christmas Market is returning for one night only on Dec. 20 and you don’t want to miss it. The market has become Brampton’s premier holiday market bringing together local vendors, festive fun, music, and even Santa Claus. Take a trip to Brampton right before Christmas for one last chance to see Santa before he takes off.
RICHMOND HILL MERRY MARKETPLACE
Location: Richmond Green Park
Dates: November 15, 22 & 29, and December 6 & 13, 2025 (4–8pm each date)
Price: Free
Head over to Richmond Hill for the fourth annual Merry Marketplace! Taking over Richmond Green Park, walk through this winter wonderland underneath thousands of twinkling lights while enjoying artisan vendors, food, beverages, and even a meet and greet with Santa Claus. The market will even be collecting non-perishable foods in support of the Richmond Hill Community Food Bank.
