Christmas celebrations are getting underway in Mississauga, with plenty to see and do across the city this holiday season. Watch Santa make his way through downtown during the illuminated Santa Claus Parade, enjoy the festive atmosphere in Streetsville and Clarkson, browse Christmas markets for unique gifts, or admire the decorated trees at the Mississauga Festival of Trees. There are also holiday concerts, theatre performances and fun activities for children.
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From heartwarming festival events and Santa Parade to captivating stage shows, find the perfect way to celebrate this special time of the year in the heart of Mississauga.
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Mississauga Christmas Events 2026 at a Glance
Planning your holiday calendar? Here is a quick look at 25+ events.
- Seasons Christmas Show 2026: November 13–15
- Merry Market: November 14 · $2
- Puppy Cookie Decorating Workshop: November 15
- Christmas in the Village (Streetsville): November 20–21
- Mississauga Santa Claus Parade 2026: November 21
- Treats ’n’ Treasures Christmas Marketplace: November 21
- Toronto Christmas Pet Show: November 21–22
- Tidings & Tinsel: November 21
- Frosty’s Frolic Christmas Bazaar: November 21
- CHOCOLA-TO The Toronto Chocolate Event: November 22
- Build and Take Home a LEGO® Ornament: November 21–29
- Christmas in the Village (Clarkson): November 26
- The SpongeBob Musical: November 27–December 6
- The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition: November 28
- The Gift of Christmas Unwrapped: November 29
- Mississauga Festival of Trees: December 4–13
- New Beginnings: Snow and Angels: December 5
- Fair December Winter Marketplace: December 5–6
- Peace Angels Christmas Concert: December 5
- Our Favourite Things: A Christmas Shopping Event: December 5
- O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy: December 9
- MSYO: A Merry Little Christmas: December 12
- Chris McKhool: Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village: December 13
- Caitie’s Countdown to Christmas!: December 13
- Elvis: The Wonderful World of Christmas: December 16
- Holiday Lunch Buffet: December 17–18
- Holiday Soul with Mississauga Symphony Orchestra: December 18
- A Holiday Afternoon with Avery Raquel: December 20
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Free Christmas Events in Mississauga
You don’t have to spend much to enjoy the holiday spirit in Mississauga. Bundle up for Mississauga Santa Claus Parade 2026 on November 21, with illuminated floats and Santa, or spend November 20 and 21 enjoying the festive atmosphere at Christmas in the Village (Streetsville).
On November 26, Christmas in the Village (Clarkson) brings music, Santa visits and a tree lighting to Clarkson, with free admission or donations welcome.
For a quieter outing, enjoy local holiday shopping at Treats ’n’ Treasures Christmas Marketplace, Tidings & Tinsel, Frosty’s Frolic Christmas Bazaar or Our Favourite Things: A Christmas Shopping Event.
Families can also add a creative stop with the free Build and Take Home a LEGO® Ornament at Square One.
Christmas Markets and Holiday Shopping
There is something especially lovely about finding gifts made with care. Start your shopping at the Seasons Christmas Show 2026 (November 13 to 15), where local makers and crafts provide plenty of inspiration, or explore more than 50 small businesses at Merry Market on November 14.
On November 21, browse handmade treats and decorations at Treats ’n’ Treasures Christmas Marketplace, along with free community markets Tidings & Tinsel and Frosty’s Frolic Christmas Bazaar. Discover sweet treats and artisan chocolates at ChocolaTO, perfect for chocolate lovers!
December brings another chance to discover unique gifts at the Fair December Winter Marketplace (December 5 and 6) and Our Favourite Things: A Christmas Shopping Event (December 5).
The Mississauga Festival of Trees (December 4 to 13) also brings artisan and culinary markets into a festive setting.
Christmas Lights and Festive Displays
For a little holiday sparkle, visit the Mississauga Festival of Trees from December 4 to 13 for twinkling lights and imaginative seasonal tree installations at the Small Arms Inspection Building. Earlier in the season, the Mississauga Santa Claus Parade 2026 on November 21 features glowing parade floats, while Christmas in the Village (Clarkson) on November 26 includes a community tree lighting.
These are different kinds of light-filled outings, from a festive parade to artistic displays, so choose the experience that best suits your family or friends.
Christmas Concerts, Ballet and Theatre Shows
Add a little magic to your holiday season with music, ballet and theatre at the Living Arts Centre and Meadowvale Theatre. Discover the timeless wonder of The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition on November 28, or SpongeBob Musical at Meadowvale Theatre.
The season also includes a Mississauga Festival Choir concert for New Beginnings: Snow and Angels, Peace Angels Christmas Concert, orchestral celebrations such as A Merry Little Christmas and the soulful sounds of Holiday Soul with Mississauga Symphony Orchestra and A Holiday Afternoon with Avery Raquel.
Share some laughter at O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy, catch Elvis: The Wonderful World of Christmas, or take the children to Caitie’s Countdown to Christmas! and Chris McKhool: Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village.
Fun Family Christmas Activities
Head downtown for the Mississauga Santa Claus Parade 2026 on November 21, and make a festive family outing of it! Before or after the parade, take a stroll around Mississauga Celebration Square to admire the holiday decorations and twinkling lights. Bring your skates and enjoy some winter fun at the Celebration Square outdoor skating rink, which is expected to open in late November, weather permitting. It’s a lovely way to soak up the holiday spirit in the heart of the city!
Add a hands-on stop to a shopping trip with Build and Take Home a LEGO® Ornament.
If you prefer a neighbourhood celebration, plan around Christmas in the Village (Streetsville) in Streetsville or Christmas in the Village (Clarkson) in Clarkson.
Young music fans can count down to Christmas with Caitie’s Countdown to Christmas! on December 13, while Chris McKhool: Celebrate! Holidays of the Global Village explores celebrations and traditions from around the world.
Animal-loving families can consider the Toronto Christmas Pet Show or, for a different kind of discovery day, the Canadian Reptile Expo.
If your family enjoys the stage, The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition brings a much-loved holiday ballet to the Living Arts Centre.
Holiday Date Night Ideas for Couples and Friends
Plan a festive outing with your partner or friends at the Mississauga Festival of Trees! Wander beneath twinkling lights, admire beautifully decorated trees created by local artists, browse artisan and culinary markets for unique gifts and delicious treats, and enjoy live entertainment. It’s a lovely way to spend an evening together while soaking up the holiday atmosphere.
Make it a special evening out with your partner or friends by pairing a holiday concert or theatre performance at the Living Arts Centre with a delicious pre-show dinner at LIVE! Restaurant. Located right inside the venue, the restaurant offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with floor-to-ceiling windows, rich wooden accents and a relaxed setting that’s perfect for catching up over a meal before the curtain rises. Whether you’re attending A Holiday Afternoon with Avery Raquel or sharing a few laughs at O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy or reliving the music of Elvis with Elvis: The Wonderful World of Christmas or another festive performance, dinner and a show make for a wonderful holiday night out without having to travel between venues.
You can treat your significant other to a delicious date at ChocolaTO: The Toronto Chocolate Event, where you can indulge in sweet treats, discover artisan chocolates, and enjoy some chocolate-filled time together.
Prefer a relaxed get-together? Meet friends for the Holiday Lunch Buffet or browse handmade gifts together at Fair December Winter Marketplace or any other holiday market.
All Mississauga Christmas and Holiday Events 2026
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Where is the advertisement for the Mini Outdoor Christmas Market on Sat. Dec 22, 2021 from 12-3 1141 Clarkson Road N, Mississauga.