Shopping
By Visit Kingston
Published November 1, 2024 / Updated November 5, 2025
This holiday season, Kingston is home to a variety of holiday markets filled with goods created by local artisans and craftspeople. Check out these holiday markets for festive cheer, and local, handcrafted goods to sample and gift.
Thompson Drill Hall, 7 Artisan Rd November 22–23, 10 am–3 pm
The annual Canadian Forces Base Kingston Fall Craft Sale returns for the 2025 season. This event will feature vendors with unique gifts and handmade items for all ages. All proceeds go towards the Military Veteran Program Plus (MVP+) and non-perishable items are being collected. Check out the event details on CFB Kingston’s Facebook event.
Sun Harvest Greenhouses, 2542 Perth Road Nov 8 & 9, 10 am–4 pm
Browse local, one-of-a-kind goods at Sun Harvest Greenhouses during their Holiday Makers Market. Meet new and returning vendors while taking in the beautiful holiday aromas of the greenhouses.
Tett Centre, 370 King St. W. Various times
The Kingston Potters’ Guild has been part of the Kingston community for over 50 years. The Guild’s talented potters offer a variety of wares for sale to the public during the holiday season. Items on sale range from practical kitchen and dining items (mugs, platters, teapots, and more) to beautiful artistic pieces and holiday ornaments. Learn more about the sale on the Guild’s website.
Rehearsal Hall, The Tett Centre, 370 King St W. November 20–23
Dates & times
Thursday, November 20: 5–9 pm
Friday, November 21: 10 am–6 pm
Saturday, November 22: 10 am–5 pm
Sunday, November 23: 10 am–3 pm
Presented by the Kingston Lapidary and Mineral Club, the Fall Metal Rocks Show and Sale features one-of-a-kind rocks, minerals, handcrafted jewelry, home décor, and gifts. Admission is free! Learn more about the event on the Tett Centre’s website.
Kingston Symphony Warehouse, 785 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd, Unit 7A November 21–23
Friday, November 21: 4–8 pm
Saturday, November 22: 10 am–4 pm
Sunday, November 23: 10 am–2 pm
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. Learn more about the sale on their website.
The Tett Centre, 370 King St W. Saturdays & Sundays from November 29 to December 14
Open for three weekends, 10 am–4 pm:
November 29–30
December 6–7
December 13–14
Enjoy three weekends of local makers at the Kingston Holiday Market. With a variety of 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. More details about the market can be found on the Kingston Holiday Market’s website.
Grant Hall, 43 University Ave November 29, 10 am–4 pm
$2 admission fee, cash or card
Free admission from 2–4 pm
The Fat Goose Craft Fair is back for its 16th 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.
MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Company, 1915 County 22 Rd November 22, 23, 29, 30
Open 10 am– 5pm each day
Stop by the farm for some festive cheer, good food, great brews, and holiday gift items from more than 80 local artisans and food vendors over both weekends. Learn more about the holiday market by visiting the MacKinnon Brothers’ website.
Tett Centre for Learning and Creativity, 370 King St W. November 6–9
Dates & times:
November 6, 3–7 pm
November 7, 10 am–7 pm
November 8, 10 am–4 pm
November 9, 11 am– 3 pm
This family-friendly event showcases locally made fibre arts and one-of-a-kind gifts from small to large. All items are handmade by the group’s 100+ members spinning, weaving, felting, dyeing, and basket-making. Learn more about the Kingston Handloom Weavers & Spiners on their website.
The Carson House, 1640 Bath Rd November 27, 4–8 pm
One of Kingston’s finest furniture consignment shops is opening its doors for an exceptional artisan market! Drop by Carson House in Kingston’s west end for an array of over 15 local makers, a Christmas Choir performance, holiday treats and hot drinks, and draws for special prizes.
Kingston Gaming Nexus, 270 Bagot St December 6, 10 am–4 pm
Stop by Kingston Gaming Nexus for a special market featuring a roster of local artisans! Walk through their indoor alley and browse the works of over 20 local artists specializing in unique gifts, art, and more.
4 Cataraqui St November 26 & 27, 6–9 pm
Browse through our local vendors, pick up some holiday gifts, and enjoy a glass of wine (& a featured cocktail) while you shop! Grab your girlfriends and make a night of it! We'll see you there.
FREE ADMISSION
Italo-Canadian Club of Kingston, 1174 Italia Lane November 23, 11 am
Socialize, shop local vendors, and be merry at the Castagnata Christmas Market, hosted by the Italo-Canadian Club of Kingston. Learn more at their website.
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