Don’t miss these holiday markets in Kitchener this season

With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about the perfect festive gifts for those you love. Shopping local is a great way to support small businesses and artisans while finding unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

The Rockway Christmas Market 

Rockway Centre, 1405 King St. E.  

Saturday, November 15, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

Shop from local vendors selling handmade crafts, original artwork, and unique gifts. Grab a treat at the bake sale, enter to win a door prize and more!  

Kitchener.ca/RockwayCentre 

Snowflake Bazaar 

Breithaupt Centre, 350 Margaret Ave.  

Saturday, November 15, 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

Enjoy a festive day of holiday shopping, handcrafted treasures, and seasonal cheer. Find the perfect gifts while supporting local artisans. Santa will be visiting for photos and festive memories from 12 – 2:30 p.m. 

Kitchener.ca/BreithauptCentre 

Winter Artisan Market 

Kitchener Market, 300 King St. E.  

Kick-off night market: Friday, November 21, 4 – 9 p.m. 

Christmas Krunch night market: Friday, December 19, 4 – 9 p.m. 

Saturday artisan markets: Saturdays November 22 – December 20, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

Your one-stop shop for the holiday season with seasonal snacks, festive cooking classes, live entertainment, family-friendly activities, 30+ talented local artisans and more. 

KitchenerMarket.ca 

Stanley Park Holiday Market 

Stanley Park Community Centre, 505 Franklin St. N.  

Sunday, November 30, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.  

Start your shopping early this year with a special market hosted by the Stanley Park Community Association.  

Kitchener.ca/StanleyParkCC 

Christkindl Market  

Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W.  

Thursday, December 4 to Saturday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. 
Sunday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Come experience all your favourite sights, sounds, and smells of a classic European market, and stay for the tasty treats, outdoor skating, live entertainment, KidsKindl activities, and warm Christmas ambience.  

www.Christkindl.ca 

KrampusKindl 

44 Gaukel Creative Workspace, 44 Gaukel St. 

Friday, December 5 to Sunday, December 7, 4 – 10 p.m. 

Step into the eerie magic of KrampusKindl, showcasing incredible artists and vendors offering the perfect gifts for friends and family who embrace the wonderfully unusual. 

Calendar.DowntownKitchener.ca 

WinterFest 

Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Dr.  

Saturday, December 6, 1 – 3 p.m.  

Enjoy a festive afternoon of family fun featuring a visit from Santa, face painting, arts and crafts, youth basketball and a local vendor market. 

Kitchener.ca/VictoriaHillsCC 

Eco-Friendly Holiday Market 

Victoria Park Pavilion, 80 Schneider Ave. 

Friday, December 12, 3 – 8 p.m. 

Shop sustainably this holiday season with this market focused on sustainable consumption, highlighting local businesses that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. 

Events.SDGIdeaFactory.ca  

Each of these markets is free to attend. Some vendors may not accept debit or credit card purchases so we recommend coming prepared with cash. 

To stay up to date on holiday markets and festive happenings in Kitchener, visit Kitchener.ca/Calendar and DowntownKitchener.ca/Events.