York Region’s holiday markets range from one of the GTA’s biggest craft shows to farm markets and historic village shopping. Here’s what’s on in 2026.
York Region Christmas markets
| Date | Market | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Fri – Sun, Nov 20 – 22 | Markham Home for the Holidays (39th annual) | Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Road |
| TBA | Niemi’s Christmas Market and Polar Express farm train | Niemi Family Farm, 18463 Highway 48, Mount Albert |
| Early December (TBA) | Vaughan Holiday Market | Vaughan (held at Bellvue Manor in 2025) |
| Early December (TBA) | Unionville Christmas celebration | Main Street Unionville |
Markham Home for the Holidays
The biggest market in York Region fills the Markham Fairgrounds from November 20 to 22 (Friday 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.). Door tickets are cash only (adults $14.50, seniors $12); advance tickets are cheaper, kids 12 and under are free and parking is free.
Niemi’s Christmas Market
A farm Christmas market in Mount Albert with free entry and a ticketed train ride past the farm animals to Santa’s workshop. Santa train rides
Village shopping
Historic Main Street Unionville and Kleinburg are lovely for holiday shopping in independent shops and galleries. Unionville · Kleinburg
Planning a York Region market day
With a car, you can combine a market with York Region’s other holiday highlights:
- Markham Home for the Holidays + Unionville: shop the fairgrounds in the morning, then stroll Main Street Unionville’s decorated shops and cafés in the afternoon. Unionville at Christmas
- Niemi’s farm market + a tree farm: combine a farm market and train ride with cutting your own tree nearby. Tree farms near Toronto
- Kleinburg + WinterFest: browse Kleinburg’s village shops and the McMichael gallery, then see WinterFest’s lights at Canada’s Wonderland. Kleinburg at Christmas
What you’ll find at York Region markets
- Large craft shows with hundreds of vendors selling jewellery, home decor, gourmet food and clothing.
- Farm markets with fresh wreaths, baked goods, preserves and family activities.
- Village shopping streets with independent boutiques and galleries.
- Church and community sales with baking, crafts and secondhand treasures.
Tips
- Bring cash for door admission and smaller vendors; Markham Home for the Holidays’ door tickets have been cash only.
- Buy advance tickets where offered to skip lineups.
- Arrive early on Saturday for the best selection, or go Sunday afternoon for a quieter visit.
- Dress for the weather at farm markets, which are often partly outdoors.
York Region markets: FAQ
What’s the biggest Christmas market in York Region? Markham Home for the Holidays at the Markham Fairgrounds, which runs November 20 to 22, 2026.
Are there free markets in York Region? Yes. Village shopping events and many church and community sales are free to enter.
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Church and community sales
Churches, libraries and community centres across Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Newmarket and Aurora hold bazaars in November and early December.
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