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.
How to become a vendor at a Toronto Christmas market: when applications open, typical costs, what organisers look for, permits and tips for a successful holiday season.
Christmas markets in York Region for 2026: Markham Home for the Holidays (Nov 20 to 22), Niemi’s farm market, Vaughan holiday markets, Unionville and Kleinburg.
New Year’s Eve near Toronto: free GTA celebrations with fireworks in Mississauga and Brampton, Richmond Hill’s family First Night, free transit and tips.
Where to see Santa near Toronto in 2026: GTA mall Santas, free visits at village festivals, Santa trains, tree farms and Santa at WinterFest and parades.
Free Christmas events near Toronto in 2026: GTA Santa Claus parades, tree lightings in Mississauga, Markham and Oakville, Burlington’s Festival of Lights and more.
Holiday cooking and baking classes in Toronto: cookie decorating, gingerbread, holiday dinners, pasta and dumplings, plus classes for kids and gift ideas.
Where to watch classic Christmas movies on the big screen in Toronto: TIFF Lightbox, independent cinemas like the Revue and the Fox, sing-alongs, outdoor screenings and family matinees.
Grown-up holiday entertainment in Toronto: Christmas comedy and improv, cabaret, drag and burlesque holiday revues, jazz nights and cheeky shows for adults.
Holiday activities teens will actually enjoy in Toronto: skating, WinterFest, escape rooms, light festivals, markets, shows, tobogganing and volunteering over winter break.
Guide to Toronto’s winter light festivals and illuminated art: holiday light shows in November and December, plus Illuminite downtown in February and the history of the Toronto Light Festival.