About the market
The Winter Market is the perfect spot to create lasting memories with your loved ones this holiday season. It’s an opportunity to step away from screens and enjoy meaningful moments together. Whether you’re visiting with family or friends, this market offers a unique experience for everyone. It’s a wonderful addition to your holiday bucket list!
Ontario Artisan Market and Ontario Vintage Market will be joining us again this year, offering vintage clothing, handmade art and more from 60+ vendors. We’ll also have a food court and food trucks selling mouth-watering food and drinks. And that’s not all – you can also expect children’s activities, a cozy winter garden, workshops, an immersive holiday light experience and so much more.
Cost: We are asking attendees that are able/willing to follow a “Pay What You Can” model with a suggestion of $5. This allows everyone to attend while also helping to raise funds that go directly back to running the site and beloved programming like Free Public Skating.
What's On at the Winter Market
Dive into the enchanting atmosphere of our cozy Winter Garden, where the warmth of the season wraps around you like a comforting blanket! Savor a delightful array of seasonal warm beverages while gathering around fire pits perfect for toasting gooey s’mores. It’s the ideal place to unplug and connect with others, fostering meaningful conversations and laughter. Engage in outdoor lawn games and capture unforgettable moments with friends and family in our charming photo spots! Come join us for a magical experience that invites you to step away from screens and embrace the joy of togetherness!
| Decemeber 1, 8 & 15 | | | |
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| Koerner Gardens | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Suggested donation: $5 per person or $15-20 per family | |
Holiday Pasta Making Workshop
Celebrate the festive season by learning the art of pasta making in our holiday-inspired fresh pasta workshop led by Rooks to Cooks!
Under the direction of their professional chef instructors, participants will master the craft of creating and shaping handmade bow-tie pasta. Through the use of spinach-infused and beet-infused doughs, participants will form beautifully striped green and red noodles that blend art with food. This hands-on workshop is designed to spark creativity in the kitchen, with holiday-themed culinary creations at the heart of the experience.
Each participant will take home a portion of hand-shaped bow-tie pasta, ready to cook and enjoy at home.
Please register below.
| December 1, 8, 15 & 22 - Brick and Bites Kitchen - $17.50 per person | |
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| 11:00 am - 11:30 am | |
| 11:45 am - 12:15 am | |
| 12:30 am - 1:00 pm | |
| 1:15 pm - 1:45 pm | |
| 2:00 pm -2:30 pm | |
| 2:45 pm - 3:15 pm | |
| 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm | |
| 4:15 pm - 4:45 pm | |
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Drop in to create your own custom ornaments using wood chip endings from Christmas trees! You’ll be provided with paint, markers, and various craft materials to decorate the wood pieces and craft a unique ornament.
| December 1, 8, 15 & 22 | | | |
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| BMO Atrium - Winter Workshops | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | Free | |
Join us for a hands-on Lantern Making Workshop, where creativity and community come together! Participants of all ages are welcome to craft their own beautiful lanterns using vibrant colored paper, mason jars and tea lights.
What to Expect:
Introduction: Learn about the history and cultural significance of lanterns.
Guided Crafting: Follow step-by-step instructions from experienced instructors as you design and assemble your lantern.
Personalization: Use a variety of decorative materials to make your lantern uniquely yours.
Showcase: Share your finished creations with fellow participants on December 21st at our Solstice walk.
| December 15 | | |
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| Buliding 12 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | |
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Using kraft wrapping paper, you’ll have the opportunity to personalize your gift wrap with stickers, markers, and other craft materials. This custom paper will be used to wrap any gifts purchased at our Winter Market.
| December 1, 8, 15 & 22 | | | |
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| BMO Atrium - Winter Workshops | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | Suggested donation $5 per gift | |
Rooks to Cooks - Cookie Decorating
Welcome to our Cookie Decorating Station, led by the Rooks to Cooks pastry team, where creativity meets deliciousness. This interactive area is perfect for bakers of all ages. We supply pre-baked cooked and decorating supplies.
| December 1, 8, 15 & 22 | | | |
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| BMO Atrium - Winter Workshops | 11:00 am - 4:00 pm | Suggestion donation of $2 per cookie | |
Winter Lounge & Community Spotlight
Welcome to our Winter Lounge, a cozy haven where warmth and entertainment come together to create the perfect seasonal retreat. There will be live entertainment in the Welcome Centre staggered throughout the day for your enjoyment.
December 1
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| Hobo Soles | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | |
| Jen Schaffer and the Shiners | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | |
| Jen Schaffer and the Shiners | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | |
December 8
| Performer | Time | |
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| Hobo Soles | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | |
| Good PR | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | |
| East of the Don Chorus | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | |
December 15
| Performer | Time | |
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| Kristin Lindell | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | |
| Lucky Pennies | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | |
December 22
| Performer | Time | |
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| Jen Schaffer and the Shiners | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | |
| Good PR | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm | |
| Kristen Lindell | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | |
Immersive Holiday Light Experience
Visit our indoor immersive technical experience that will transport you to stunning winter landscapes, like the Northern Lights or snow-covered mountains.
| December 1, 8, 15, 22 | | | |
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| CRH Gallery | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Free: suggested donation at Tip Tap station | |
Join us for a creative and inspiring Natural Wreath Making Workshop! Perfect for all skill levels, this hands-on experience will guide you through the process of crafting beautiful, eco-friendly wreaths using seasonal foliage, dried flowers and natural materials.
Please register below.
| December 1 & 8 | | | |
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| Building 12 | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | $40.00 | |
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The Nutcracker Sweet - Danforth Dance Arts
Danforth Dance Arts is excited to showcase our Performance Team Dancers at this year’s Winter Market! They will be sharing excerpts of their Holiday Production, “The Nutcracker Sweet”, to help spread holiday magic! Watch as the dancers bring to life the story of Clara and her wonderful adventure through the Land of the Sweets.
| December 15 | | | |
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| Building 12 | 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Free | |
Experience culinary delights from around the world at the 2024 Winter Market.
| December 1, 8, 15 & 22 | | | |
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| CRH Gallery | 11:00 am - 5:00 pm | Free entry - fees apply to purchases | |
