So many great places to shop this holiday season and support local entrepreneurs
Shopping local is a great way to support small businesses and artisans while finding unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your holiday list. Every purchase helps strengthen local businesses, create local jobs and build a more resilient Kitchener.
The City of Kitchener invites you to shop, explore and connect at these upcoming holiday markets and discover the talented local entrepreneurs and artisans from our community.
Snowflake Bazaar
Breithaupt Centre, 350 Margaret Ave.
Saturday, November 14, 2026
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Local vendors and artisans showcase their handcrafted goods so you can find something for everyone on your list and support local.
Square Peg Holiday Pop-Up Shop
Square Peg, 220 King St. W., next to City Hall
November 17 to December 31
Discover a fresh and festive shopping experience featuring a new selection of local products, handmade goods, and emerging brands each week.
Rockway Christmas Market
Rockway Community Centre, 1405 King St. E., Kitchener, ON
Saturday, November 28, 2026
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Browse a variety of handcrafted goods, original artwork, seasonal décor, gifts, and specialty items from local vendors and artisans. Support local businesses while finding unique holiday treasures for friends and family.
Christkindl Market
Kitchener City Hall, 200 King St. W.
December 3 to 13, 2026
Schedule and hours online.
Celebrate 30 years of holiday magic at Christkindl Market with a festive celebration that's bigger and brighter than ever! To mark this milestone anniversary, the market is expanding to 10 full days of holiday celebration in 2026, with all the Christkindl favourites plus new ways to celebrate. Shop 90+ local vendors, enjoy free family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and so much more.
Winter Fest 2026
Victoria Hills Community Centre, 10 Chopin Drive
Saturday, December 5, 2026
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of fun, entertainment, and community spirit at Victoria Hills WinterFest! Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, artisan vendors, music and dance performances, face painting, basketball, delicious treats, and much more.
ECO-Friendly Holiday Market
Victoria Park Pavillion, 80 Schneider Ave.
Friday, December 11, 2026
3 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Shop sustainably this holiday season at this market, which focuses on sustainable consumption and highlights local businesses that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Kitchener has always been a community of makers, builders, innovators and entrepreneurs. Every time we choose local, we contribute to the success of the businesses and people who help shape our city. Discover more ways to support local this holiday season at kitchener.ca/support-local/how-you-can-help
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Land acknowledgement
The City of Kitchener is situated on the traditional territory of the Chonnonton, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee Peoples. We recognize our responsibility to act as stewards for the land and honour the original caretakers who came before us. Our community is enriched by the enduring knowledge and deep-rooted traditions of the diverse First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples who live in Kitchener today.