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Here is a guide to most of the Christmas events & holiday activities, including Christmas concerts, light displays, holiday theatre, Santa Claus parades, and craft fairs taking place in Toronto and the GTA this season.
Contents
- Round-up: Lights, Carols, Markets, Theatre and Getways
- Christmas & Holiday Events
Christmas Articles – Carols, Markets, Theatre
A list of some of the Christmas markets, holiday craft fairs, and trade shows taking place in Toronto and the GTA during the Christmas season of 2025. To ... »
Herald the Christmas season enjoying angelic voices welcoming the joyous time of the year! A list of Christmas Carols and concerts in the Greater Toronto Area arranged ... »
A comprehensive list of Santa Claus parades & Christmas tree lighting ceremonies and displays in Toronto, Regions of Durham, Halton, Peel & York. »
Celebrate the Christmas season with holiday season plays, pageants, and other holiday events in Toronto & GTA. »
From the enchanting glow of the Casa Loma to the twinkling lights of Nathan Phillips Square and various drive-through displays across GTA, this guide illuminates the must-visit ... »
A list of suggestions for family Christmas holidays/winter break activities and events to attend with kids in Toronto and GTA. »
Christmas Events & Holiday Activities including carols,light displays, holiday theatre, Santa Claus Parades, and craft fairs in Toronto and GTA. »
From spectacular illuminations that transforms the Niagara Falls area to enjoying evening stroll through picture-perfect postcard setting with close to one million lights at Upper Canada Village, ... »
Discover the magic of the holiday season in Mississauga with this list of Christmas concerts, festive theatre productions, and a host of other celebratory events. »
Whether you want to enjoy illuminated 65-foot spruce tree with over 15,000 and skate along Gage Park’s skate rink, or enjoy a carriage ride while you shop ... »
Enjoy a visit from Santa as you and your loved ones take a ride on the Christmas Trains that take you along the snow-laden countryside of Ontario. »
Looking for a cozy way to see twinkling Christmas light displays this holiday season? Here are 10+ ways to see Holiday lights from your car across Ontario. »
Here is a list of places where you can cut down your own Christmas tree in GTA and Hamilton. »
Come Christmas season, various museums and pioneer villages across Ontario will be all aglow in the soft and warm candle lights. Here are some places to go ... »
A list of Christmas and Holiday events in the Durham Region including Christmas markets, Santa Claus Parades, Santa train rides Christmas Lights and more! »
From the great lakes of the south to the shores of Hudson’s Bay in the north, Ontario has so much to offer for a relaxing Christmas/... »
From fireworks to Santa Claus Parade and fabulous lights, there are quite a few fun activities you can enjoy in Markham this festive season. If you are ... »
The holidays are upon us, and your vacation planning starts now! These holiday getaways in Ontario are surefire ways to create memories, embrace the holiday spirit or ... »
The magic and spirit of the holiday season is merry and bright across Ontario this December. All the major centres, like the Toronto, Ottawa, and more, have ... »
50 Upcoming Christmas & Holiday Events
Esplanade Park & Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd, Pickering
November 13, 2026 To November 14, 2026
905.420.4620
Free
Join us for our annual winter season celebration! Watch as we light up Esplanade Park with festive lights and fireworks. Enjoy live entertainment, food vendors, art installations, ... »
The Distillery District, 55 Mill St, Toronto
November 12, 2026 To January 3, 2027
Free to $30+fees
The Distillery Winter Village is the picture-perfect holiday experience, where friends and family gather to explore the rich history of The Distillery District, the timeless romance of ... »
Burlington Performing Arts Centre - Main Theatre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
December 13, 2026
$38 - $60
Join us for a full-length concert featuring holiday favourites, audience sing-alongs and a special guest from the North pole! »
Memorial Park, 110 Simcoe St S, Oshawa
November 20, 2026
Free
The City of Oshawa kicks off the holiday season with the Bright and Merry Market. This free event in the heart of downtown Oshawa, offers fun for ... »
Kew Gardens, 2075 Queen St E, Toronto
November 1, 2026
FREE
Last market of the outdoor season, let’s kick off your Christmas shopping in the iconic Trinity Bellwoods Park and make this holiday season unforgettable! Discover unique ... »
Meaford Market Square, 12 Nelson Street East, Meaford
December 3, 2026 To December 6, 2026
5194770596
Free
Christmas On The Bay is an enchanting outdoor European-style Christmas market with live music and entertainment, local artisan vendors, all set in the heart of historic Meaford. ... »
St. Kosmas Aitolos Greek Orthodox Monastery, 14155 Caledon King Townline S., Bolton
October 29, 2026 To December 23, 2026
905-859-8077
FREE
The Sisters Touch of Christmas is an exclusive, fundraising, seasonal Christmas store featuring one-of-a-kind, hand painted ornaments by The Sisters. In addition to festive, gourmet, holiday bakery, ... »
Ireland House Museum, 2168 Guelph Line, Burlington
November 27, 2026 To December 17, 2026
$14 - $16
Visit Ireland House after dark to learn about Victorian Christmas traditions. This guided tour experience will take you through Ireland House, decorated for the season, as you ... »
Nottawasaga Resort, 6015 Highway 89, Alliston
November 14, 2026 To November 15, 2026
$7.50
Discover a spectacular line-up of talented crafters featuring unique, handcrafted items — the perfect opportunity to get a head start on Christmas shopping. Whether you’re a returning ... »
he Village At Black Creek, 1000 Murray Ross Pkwy, Toronto
November 21, 2026
705 241-9859
Free
Experience a unique holiday market in Toronto where spooky meets festive at the The Village at Black Creek. Shop 40+ curated vendors offering one-of-a-kind holiday gifts, enjoy tarot ... »
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
December 12, 2026 To December 13, 2026
905-683-8401
$50.12
Deck your halls with a traditional evergreen swag – made by you! Join our Museum Interpreter and harvest fresh greenery from our museum site. Then create two of ... »
Pickering Museum Village, 2365 Concession Road 6, Pickering
November 28, 2026 To November 29, 2026
905-683-8401
0-$36.67
Pickering Museum Village is proud to once again present A Storybook Christmas! Join Teddy on his holiday adventure as he visits different sites in our historic museum ... »
Millennium Square, Liverpool Rd, Pickering
December 5, 2026 To December 12, 2026
905-420-4620
Free
Celebrate the season at Pickering’s Waterfront! Experience the magic of the holidays in Nautical Village and Millennium Square. Enjoy live ice carving displays, festive music and ... »
The Gibson Centre, 63 Tupper St. W., Alliston
November 7, 2026
$5
A craft show in the lovely Gibson Centre. The Nottawasaga Handweavers and Spinners Guild is hosting our annual “Seasonal Wrapsody” event, a show and sale of fine ... »
Wychwood Theatre, 76 Wychwood Ave studio 176, Toronto
December 19, 2026 To December 23, 2026
Tickets from $30.49
This holiday season, BenTastic and Magic Mel take the stage together for a Christmas celebration full of festive cheer, wonder, and magical surprises! Packed with laughter, wonder, ... »
Young People's Theatre, 165 Front St E, Toronto
November 26, 2026 To December 27, 2026
$17 to $67
Make your holidays merry with Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo — an enchanting family adventure! This splashy musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film celebrates the love ... »
Harbourfront Centre Theatre, 231 Queens Quay West Toronto
November 12, 2026 To December 23, 2026
(416) 973-4000
$50 – $140
This fresh adaptation by Tim Carroll brings Charles Dickens’s world to life through inventive puppetry, towering ghosts that fill the stage, traditional carols and audience participation ... »
Tyrone Community Centre, 2716 Concession Rd 7, Tyrone
November 7, 2026
Free
The fifth annual Tyrone Holiday Market is taking place on Saturday November 7th 2026 from 10am-3pm at the Tyrone Community Centre. The event will feature 30 local artisans ... »
Scarborough Theatre, 3600 Kingston Road, Scarborough
December 4, 2026 To December 19, 2026
$22.00 - $90.00
Inspired by the true story that touched millions, this uplifting drama brings to life the famous 1897 letter from young Virginia O’Hanlon and the heartfelt newspaper editorial ... »
Ralph Thornton Community Centre, 765 Queen St E, Toronto
November 29, 2026
Free
Bring holiday cheer and enjoy activities presented by the Riverside BIA including: FREE Meet & Greet with Santa, FREE Live Music & Hot Chocolate, FREE kids crafts and treats, ... »
Scarborough Theatre, 3600 Kingston Road, Scarborough
December 7, 2026 To December 9, 2026
$12.00 - $23.00
Come and join your favourite SMT and SMTY performers as we celebrate the holidays with our 9th Annual Holiday Singalong Cabaret. Carols, skits, prizes and a night ... »
Old Mill Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Road, Toronto
December 19, 2026
416-207-2020
$20-$40
Celebrate the magic of the season with A Big Band Christmas at Old Mill Toronto—an unforgettable evening of elegant dining, live music, and dancing in a ... »
Old Mill Toronto Restaurant, 21 Old Mill Road, Toronto
December 18, 2026
416-207-2020
$35
Celebrate the holiday season with an unforgettable evening of festive dining and live entertainment at The Old Mill Toronto. Step into a winter wonderland as The Crooners &... »
Winter Garden Theatre, 189 Yonge Street, Toronto
December 5, 2026 To January 3, 2027
$30.00 - $169.00
A Canadian Stage Production in association with the Elgin & Winter Garden Theatres The classic story, turned on its heel Think you’ve outgrown the panto? Think ... »
Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King Street West, Toronto
December 1, 2026 To January 24, 2027
416.593.0351
$39 - $259 +fees
13 GOING ON 30: THE MUSICAL is a totally grown-up new musical comedy based on the hit 2004 film. Following a sold-out, award-nominated World Premiere in Manchester ahead of its ... »
CAA Theatre, 651 Yonge Street, Toronto
December 12, 2026 To January 10, 2027
$39.00 - $119.00
The world’s most notorious theatre-dabbling Goblins have tickets to see the 2026 Mirvish production of A Christmas Carol. When the evening’s performance is unexpectedly jeopardized, the ... »
Michael Young Theatre, 50 Tank House Lane, Toronto
December 15, 2026 To January 3, 2027
$42.00 - $135.00
The weary world rejoices! Before Christmas, it was a celebration of the longest night, and the first promise that the light would return. Across cultures and centuries, ... »
Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, 145 Queen St. W, Toronto
December 5, 2026 To December 31, 2026
416-345-9595 / 1-866-345-9595
Choreographed by Canada’s James Kudelka, The Nutcracker has enchanted Toronto audiences since 1995 and remains a beloved holiday tradition. The adventure begins at a Christmas Eve party ... »
Ada Slaight Stage, 165 Front Street E, Toronto
November 23, 2026 To December 17, 2026
416.363.5131
$15.00 - $59.00
Make your holidays merry with Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo — an enchanting family adventure! This splashy musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film celebrates the love ... »
Etobicoke School of the Arts (ESA), 675 Royal York Road, Etobicoke
November 21, 2026
$2.00
Welcome to the Etobicoke School of the Arts Holiday Market & Craft Fair! Join us for a festive day of shopping, supporting local artisans and the talented ... »
Walter Hall, University of Toronto, 80 Queens Park, Toronto
December 3, 2026
416 923 7052
Free to $50
“Yuletide: A Ceremony of Midwinter” | Celebrate the magic of midwinter with a Yuletide mix of ancient repertoire and traditional folk songs featuring lute, recorder, and the female ... »
Burlington Performing Arts Centre - Main Theatre, 440 Locust Street, Burlington
December 12, 2026
$54.50-$7950
Experience the magic of Christmas with Next Generation Leahy! Made up of siblings, this Canadian Celtic powerhouse delivers a performance that is truly unforgettable. »