Christmas markets in Durham and Halton for 2026: Brooklin’s Christmas in the Village, Oshawa’s Bright and Merry Market, Kerr Village in Oakville and Burlington’s Jingle Market.
Christmas in Uxbridge and Port Perry: small-town Santa Claus parades, historic main streets, lakeside Port Perry and a festive day trip from Toronto.
Christmas in Clarington 2026: the CPKC Holiday Train in Bowmanville on Nov 29, Santa parades in Bowmanville, Newcastle and Courtice, and Prestonvale tree farm.
Oshawa Christmas events 2026: the Bright and Merry Market and tree lighting, the Santa Claus Parade of Lights downtown and the CPKC Holiday Train on Nov 29.
Whitby Christmas events 2026: Brooklin’s Christmas in the Village on Nov 21, the downtown Whitby Santa Claus Parade in early December, Santa visits and markets.
Fake Distillery Winter Village sites and holiday ticket scams hit Toronto every year. How to spot them, where to buy safely and what to do if you’re scammed.
Is the Distillery Winter Village worth it in 2026? An honest look at crowds, ticket prices, food, shopping and atmosphere, and when it’s worth paying versus going free.
What to eat and drink at the Distillery Winter Village: bratwurst, poutine, waffles, bao, festive sweets, hot chocolate, mulled wine and the district’s restaurants.
Halton Region Santa Claus parades 2026: Oakville on Saturday, November 14, plus Burlington, Milton and Halton Hills, with usual times, routes and tips.
Durham Region Santa Claus parades for 2026: Pickering on Nov 21, plus Oshawa’s Parade of Lights, Ajax, Whitby, Bowmanville, Uxbridge and Port Perry.
Indoor Christmas markets and holiday shows in Toronto for cold or rainy days: the One of a Kind Show, St. Lawrence Market, craft fairs and more.
The best small neighbourhood holiday markets in Toronto: community craft fairs, farmers’ markets, BIA pop-ups and maker markets in Leslieville, the Junction, the Beaches and beyond.
Guide to the Evergreen Brick Works Winter Market in Toronto: Sunday holiday markets in the Don Valley with artisan and vintage vendors, workshops, fire pits and skating.
Kitchener’s Christkindl Market celebrates its 30th year over two weekends, December 3 to 6 and 10 to 13, 2026. A German-style Christmas market day trip from Toronto.
The best Toronto neighbourhoods and streets for Christmas lights on houses, from award-winning Scarborough displays to Wychwood’s light tunnel, plus etiquette tips.