Looking for somewhere to get into the Christmas cheer? Spend a weekend away from the city in Kingston and visit one of their festive holiday markets. Centrally located along the 401 between Toronto and Ontario, plan your winter getaway to this city filled with holiday cheer. Here are 12 Christmas markets worth the drive to Kingston.

Sun Harvest Greenhouses Holiday Pop-Up Makers Market
FREE
November 12
2542 Perth Road, Kingston  

Browse local, one-of-a-kind goods at Sun Harvest Greenhouses during their largest ever Holiday Pop-Up Makers Market. Meet new and returning vendors while taking in the beautiful holiday aromas of the greenhouses.

Bohemian Holiday Market
November 18 Fractal Workspace — 623 Fortune Crescent #100, Kingston 

This pop-up shop style market will showcase incredible small Canadian businesses from in and around Kingston. Shop small this holiday season from the incredible line up of boho makers; they are anticipating this to be their largest market yet.

Home for the Holidays Gift and Craft Market
November 18
153 Van Order Cr., Kingston 

Shop festive vendors while supporting a great cause at the Home for the Holidays Gift and Craft Market. Proceeds from the market go towards Habitat for Humanity Kingston Limestone Region’s homebuilding project to help with their current developments.

CFB/BFC Kingston Fall Craft Sale
$3 cash entry fee, children 12 & under are free.
November 18 & 19
Thompson Drill Hall at CFB Kingston 

The annual Canadian Forces Base Kingston Fall Craft Sale is returning for the 2023 season. This event will feature vendors with unique gifts and handmade items for all ages. All proceeds go toward the Military Veteran Program Plus (MVP+).  

Kingston Potters’ Guild Holiday Sale
FREE
November 23 – November 26
The Malting Tower at the Tett Centre – 370 King Street West  

Find unique handmade ceramics from over 30 local artists at this popular annual sale. The Kingston Potters’ Guild, one of the oldest pottery guilds in the province of Ontario. Discover pottery, both functional and decorative, and find gifts for the whole family, friends, or something special for yourself!  

Fall Metal Rocks Show & Sale
FREE
November 23 – November 26
Rehearsal Hall at the Tett Centre – 370 King Street West 

An annual event sponsored by the Kingston Lapidary and Mineral Club (KLMC). This edition of the annual holiday show will feature one of a kind handcrafted jewelry, rocks, minerals, home decor and gifts created by members of the KLMC. Held in conjunction with the Kingston Potters’ Guild annual holiday sale in the Malting Tower.

All Things Christmas, Gifts & Art Sale
November 24 – 26
Kingston Symphony Warehouse – 785 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd. Unit 7A, Kingston 

The Kingston Symphony is here to make your holiday shopping a breeze with their All Things Christmas, Gifts & Art Sale. Discover a treasure trove of gifts, from beautiful jewelry and glassware to delightful candles and decorations. All the proceeds go to support the Kingston Symphony.

Fat Goose Craft Fair
$2 admission, cash or card
December 2
Grant Hall, Queen’s University – 35 University Ave., Kingston 

The Fat Goose Craft Fair is back for its 14th year at Grant Hall on Queen’s campus. You’ll find clothing, jewelry, art prints, food and drink, soaps, sculpture, and more. If it’s handmade with love locally, you can probably find it at Fat Goose.

Kingston Holiday Market
December 2 & 3; December 9 &10; December 16 & 17
Tett Centre – 370 King Street West 

Enjoy three weekends of local makers at the Kingston Holiday Market. With over 50 local artisans participating each weekend, you can get all your holiday shopping done in one place. Have your choice of festive goods, from holiday-themed toys to timeless handmade apparel. You can even shop from the comfort of your own home with their online storefront.

Mackinnon Brothers Holiday Market
$10 cash admission. Kids 12 & under are free.
November 25 & 26 and December 2 & 3
Mackinnon Brothers Farm – 1915 County Road 22, Bath 

Stop by the farm for some festive cheer, good food, great brews (& cocktails), and over 100 local artisans to cross those gifts from your holiday list! Market aside, there will be tons of family friendly activities this year to get you into the holiday spirit, including horse and buggy rides, cookie decorating, live music, food trucks, fire pits & more!

German Christmas Market
December 3
Amadeus Café – 170 Princess Street 

The German Christmas Market is back in the Biergarten at Amadeus Café. Sip on a hot mug of Glühwein and munch on a pretzel while you explore an array of Christmas gifts and goods from local artisans.

Holiday Evening Market
December 21
Memorial Centre Bennett Barn – 303 York Street, Kingston 

Find the ingredients for your holiday meals by shopping for local veggies, meats, breads and treats at this market presented by the Memorial Centre Farmers’ Market. Purchase last-minute artisan gifts and enjoy festive music while indulging in a complimentary warm drink and treat.

Make a multi-day adventure out of your shopping with one of these Shop on Us packages. Stay at one of Kingston’s participating accommodators and receive $100 VISA gift card. (While supplies last, contact the participating hotels to confirm availability.)

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