Celebrate the Season at the 2nd Annual Winter Market!

This holiday season, St. Lawrence Market is once again bringing the community together for the 2nd Annual Winter Market, running from November 20th to December 22nd.

Taking place Thursdays through Sundays on Market Street, this free outdoor event transforms the heart of the city into a festive wonderland filled with holiday cheer, unique shopping, and seasonal delights.

Wander through a curated selection of local vendors offering handcrafted gifts, artisanal treasures, and specialty products perfect for everyone on your list. Whether you're searching for a one-of-a-kind present or simply soaking in the joyful atmosphere, the Winter Market is the perfect destination for festive fun with friends and family.

Event Highlights Include:

🎅 Free photos with Santa Claus every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm-3pm (starting Sat Nov 29)

🎶 Live music and entertainment (inlcuding Friday Night Jazz presented by JazzInToronto)

🎁 Handmade gifts & artisanal goods from talented local vendors

🍫 Seasonal eats & cozy drinks to warm you up

🎠 Free Carousel Rides (Nov 21–23)

⛸️ Free Outdoor Skating (Nov 28–30, Dec 12–14, Dec 19–21)

🎬 Free Outdoor Movies in partnership with the Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
(Dec 5–7)

🛍️ Shop from 75+ makers & vintage sellers every Saturday and Sunday at the Weekend Holiday Vendor Market presented by Sunday Variety Market (located at Jarvis and Esplanade under the big white tent)

New Feature Zone Schedule:

🎠 Free Carousel Rides
Nov 21–23
Fri: 11 AM–7 PM | Sat & Sun: 10 AM–7 PM

⛸️ Free Outdoor Skating
Bring your own skates or enjoy complimentary lending (while supplies last)
Nov 28–30, Dec 12–14, Dec 19–21
Fri: 11 AM–7 PM | Sat & Sun: 10 AM–7 PM

🎬 Free Outdoor Movies in partnership with the Toronto Outdoor Picture Show
Dec 5–7
Movies start at 5 PM each night

🛍️Weekend Holiday Vendor Market presented by Sunday Variety
Every Saturday and Sunday 10am-7pm located in the Big White Tent (125 The Esplanade)


Full Entertainment Schedule:

Weekend of November 21–23

Friday, November 21

• 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Carousel | Feature Zone
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Friday Night Jazz: The Tap Room Gang (Presented by JazzInToronto) | Santa Hut

Saturday, November 22

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Carousel | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 5:00 PM & 6:30 PM | NorthFIRE Circus Performance | Feature Zone

Sunday, November 23

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Carousel | Feature Zone
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Holiday Trio | Santa Hut

Weekend of November 28–30

Friday, November 28

• 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Friday Night Jazz: Tiffany Deriveau (Presented by JazzInToronto) | Santa Hut

Saturday, November 29

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Present Princess | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming

Sunday, November 30

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Biggest Little Drummer Boy | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming

Weekend of December 5–7

Friday, December 5

• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Free Outdoor Movies in Partnership with Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) | Feature Zone

Saturday, December 6

• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Free Outdoor Movies in Partnership with Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) | Feature Zone

Sunday, December 7

• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Free Outdoor Movies in Partnership with Toronto Outdoor Picture Show (TOPS) | Feature Zone

Weekend of December 12–14

Friday, December 12

• 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Friday Night Jazz: Colleen Allen (Presented by JazzInToronto) | Santa Hut

Saturday, December 13

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Christmas Carollers | Roaming

Sunday, December 14

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM | The Holiday Trio | Santa Hut

Weekend of December 19–21

Friday, December 19

• 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Friday Night Jazz: Ori Dagan (Presented by JazzInToronto) | Santa Hut

Saturday, December 20

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Christmas Carollers | Roaming

Sunday, December 21

• 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Skating | Feature Zone
• 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | The Alpine Merry Sheep Choir | Roaming
• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Free Santa Photos | Santa Hut
• 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | The Photo Bus | Market Street
• 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM | The Holiday Trio | Santa Hut