613flea Holiday Market
Aberdeen Pavilion at Lansdowne Park
Free admission
Every Friday in December until Christmas (Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23), 5–10pm
Browse over 100 vendor stalls, including Hello Dolly Pastries—stop by the Cookie Photo Booth to have your picture taken and transferred onto a cookie; Lika Lila’s handmade, one-of-a-kind, up-cycled cashmere scarves; Alicja Confections’ postcard-sized chocolate bars in dozens of flavours; Designs by Mumtaz henna tattoos; and much more.
Ottawa West Arts Society Artistic Creations Sale
Friday, December 2, 3–8pm
Saturday, December 5, 9am–4pm
Sunday, December 6, 11:30am–4pm
St. Paul’s United Church, 3760 Carp Rd
Free admission and parking
The perfect place to get original, affordable gifts for the holiday. Items for sale include fine art, jewelry, woodwork, glasswork, photography, and textile work. All work is priced at $200 or less to give visitors a wide variety of items from which to choose.
Orléans Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, December 3, and Sunday, December 4, 11am–4pm
Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd
Free admission
Adult and children’s art activities, storytelling performances, artists’ painting demonstrations and exhibitions, Merrickville Artists’ Guild exhibition, live fiddle music with Evan Runge, delicious foods, and more.
Craft Studio Sale and Christmas Bazaar
Saturday, December 3, 9:30am–2pm
The Good Companions Seniors’ Centre, 670 Albert St
Free admission and parking
This event features handmade crafts from our studios, our artisan boutique, used books, a bake sale, a silent auction, nearly new fashions and a visit from Santa Claus!
613Christmas (Brought to you by 613flea)
Carleton University Fieldhouse
Saturday, December 3, 10am–5pm and Sunday, December 4, 10am–4pm
Free admission, parking $6 onsite
613Christmas, the annual holiday marketplace from 613flea returns with 200 handpicked vendors including makers and bakers, artisans and designers, antique dealers and vintage clothing vendors all offering a unique inventory of holiday items, many with a distinctive “vintage vibe.” Shop Christmas décor, art, jewellery, artisan foods, self-care products, accessories, home goods, and more.
Heather Lovat Fraser, Sappers Bridge. Available at West Carleton Arts Society’s Artistic Creations Sale, Dec. 2-4. Photo provided.
Student Makers Holiday Market
Saturday, December 3, 11am–4pm
Haven, 43 Seneca St
Free admission
Presented by the Carleton University Students Association, showcasing Carleton students and their small businesses.
Alta Vista Craft Market
Saturday, December 3, 10am–7pm
Re4m Design and Fabrication Inc., 136 Billings Ave
Free admission
Handmade items in woodcraft, home decor, furniture and odds & ends! For only the fourth time ever, the workshop will be open to the public to be immersed in local handicrafts! Celebrate the holiday season with hot beverages, a cozy atmosphere and of course, the smell of wood!
Mac Fair
Saturday, December 3, 10am–3pm
Immaculata High School, 140 Main St
Admission $3
Free parking
Wheelchair-accessible
From original home décor, luscious eco-friendly body products and stunning fashion to handcrafted jewelry, unique paintings and scrumptious treats, over 120 local makers of quality, hand-made awesomeness under one roof. The proceeds help students in need within the Immaculata school community to pursue athletics, clubs, excursions, and activities, regardless of their financial situation.
Fisher Park Christmas Craft Fair
Saturday, December 3, 2–8pm
Fisher Park Middle School, 250 Holland Ave
North Gower Christmas Market
Saturday, December 3, 10am–2:30pm
Alfred Taylor Recreation Centre, 2300 Community Way, North Gower
Free admission
BEING Studio Snow Day Shop
Saturday, December 3, 10am–3pm
Bronson Centre Room 304, 211 Bronson Avenue
Free admission
Come browse and shop for artwork created by the artists at BEING like paintings, prints, sweatshirts, t-shirts, tote bags, brooches, works on paper and more! There will be a sensory-free hour between 2pm and 3pm so that visitors can browse the art without too much noise or distractions.
Calabogie Kanata Holiday Market
Saturday, December 3, 12–4pm
Calabogie Brewing Co., 105 Schneider Rd Unit 130
Another year of great beer and great local vendors! Twelve local vendors will be there to sell their goods, as well as holiday gifts, beer and food specials, and beer Santa!
Indigenous Makers Market
Every Thursday to Sunday in December, 11am–6pm (also available online 24/7)
Mādahòkì Farm, 4420 West Hunt Club Rd
Located in a cozy indoor setting, the Indigenous Makers Market spotlights colourful creations, including artwork, jewelry, home décor and even Kokum scrunchies, from over 40 local and national makers including the graduates of the Indigenous Makers Masterclass who have come from across Ontario to participate in an eight-week program designed to build their business into a full-time source of income.
Deck the Halls Christmas Craft Show
Saturday, December 10, 10am–4pm
Merivale Mall, 1642 Merivale Rd
Free admission
Presented by Nepean Night Market! Featuring live music and 60 local vendors with items such as soap, candles, crystals, Indigenous crafts, clothing, jewelry, knitted, crochet, and macrame items, woodwork, pottery, stained glass, teas, bath and body products, Christmas crafts and more. From 12-2pm, find Santa in his red velvet chair near the SportCheck doors for a free selfie and a candy cane. Santa also LOVES dogs, so bring them for a free selfie and a cookie! (Note to dog parents: Please don’t bring your fur babies inside any stores, or throughout the mall. If your dog is well-behaved, they are welcome to visit the craft show.)
A Very Vintage Holiday Market
Saturday, December 10, 9:30am–7pm
Place d’Orléans Shopping Centre, 110 Place d’Orléans Dr
With 30 vendors (vintage, makers + more), plus a DJ!
Cheerfully Made Holiday Market
Saturday, December 10 and Sunday, December 11, 12–5pm
Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge St
$5 at the door
This market features 34 different makers each day (not the same makers on Saturday and Sunday).
Christmas at the Craft Club Holiday Party and Craft Market
Saturday, December 10, 10am–3pm
Beacon Hill Craft Club, 2200 Montreal Rd
Sip warm apple cider, shop local makers, decorate a festive cookie, and giftwrap your gifts. All ages are welcome!
Adàwàning: Indigenous Women’s Art Market
Friday, December 16, 4–9:30pm
National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St
Free admission
Come and support local Indigenous women artists and artisans, featuring the diverse and amazing work of Métis, Inuit, and First Nations makers. Browse jewellery, beadwork, paintings, sculptures, mittens, moccasins, coffee, crafts, and more. Come and enjoy the fun!
Ho Ho Holiday Craft Market
Saturday, December 17, 10:30am–3pm
Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Ave
Free admission
Shop from over 40 local artists and makers.
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