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By Visit Kingston
Updated November 3, 2026
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.
Here’s your holiday market lineup at a glance. Keep reading for the full details on every market.
Kingston Holiday Markets 2026
Tett Centre for Learning and Creativity, 370 King St W. November, 5–8 | Various times.
Dates & times
Nov. 5, 3–7 pm
Nov. 6, 10 am–7 pm
Nov. 7, 10 am–4 pm
Nov. 8, 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 Tett Centre, 370 King St W. November 13–December 13, Weekends | Various times.
Dates & time, open five weekends (every Saturday and Sunday and select Fridays)
Nov. 13-15, 2026 (Downtown)
Nov. 20-22, 2026 (Downtown)
Nov. 28-29, 2026 (Tett Centre)
Dec. 5-6, 2026 (Tett Centre)
Dec. 12-13, 2026 (Tett Centre)
Enjoy five 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.
Tett Centre, 370 King St. W. November 19–22, 2026 | Various times.
Nov. 19, 5–9 pm
Nov. 20, 10 am–7 pm
Nov. 21, 10 am–5 pm
Nov. 22, 10 am–3 pm
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.
Nov. 22, 10 am–4 pm
Discover the natural beauty of the Earth at the Kingston Lapidary and Mineral Club’s 2026 Fall Metal Rocks Show & Sale! Browse a unique collection of handcrafted jewellery, beautiful natural gemstone cabochons, rocks, minerals and one-of-a-kind creations, all featuring the skill and creativity of KLMC members. You can learn more on their website.
MacKinnon Brothers Brewing Company, 1915 County 22 Rd November 20–22, 27–29 | Various times.
Dates & times, open two weekends
Nov. 20, 4–9 pm
Nov. 22, 10 am–5 pm
Nov. 27, 4–9 pm
Nov. 28, 10 am–5 pm
Nov. 29, 10 am–5 pm
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.
4 Cataraqui St November 21, 9 am–4 pm
Over 60 exhibitors to check out, visits from santa and more plenty of ideas to help make your holiday season great. Learn more here.
Thompson Drill Hall, 7 Artisan Rd November 21–22, 10 am–3 pm
The annual Canadian Forces Base Kingston Fall Craft Sale returns for the 2026 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 their website.
Italo-Canadian Club of Kingston, 1174 Italia Lane November 22, 11 am–3 pm
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.
Kingston Symphony Warehouse, 785 Sir John A. Macdonald Blvd, Unit 7A November 27–29 | Various times.
Friday, Nov. 27, 4 pm–8 pm
Saturday, Nov. 28, 10 am–4 pm
Sunday, Nov. 29, 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.
Cultivate Art Commons November 28, 10 am–4 pm
Join us for the 3rd Annual Indigenous Holiday Market, a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and cultures. This event will feature handmade beadwork, art, skincare, and gifts from talented Indigenous makers just in time for the holiday season! You can learn more on the website
Grant Hall, 43 University Ave November 28, 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 17th 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. You can learn more on their website.
Royal Canadian Legion 560 Kingston Ontario November 28, 9 am–1 pm
Come and support the ladies while getting a head start on your Christmas shopping. You can learn more on the facebook event page.
The Carson House, 1640 Bath Rd November 29, 10 am–3 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. You can learn more on their facebook event page.
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