Brighten your holiday season by experiencing these vibrant holiday markets and festive events, where you can find unique gifts and immerse yourself in small-town Hallmark experiences.
November and December provide the ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in holiday cheer, check off your gift list and savour winter delights amidst the enchanting glow of lights and delightful company.
Let's explore the top holiday markets and festivals to look forward to in Georgina for 2023.
2023 Holiday markets
Nov. 25 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
514 The Queensway S., Keswick
Touch of Elegance Christmas Market
Support local vendors and get a picture with Santa.
Nov. 25 | 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
149 High St., Sutton
Whoville on High Art Market
Explore local artisans at the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
Nov. 26 and Dec. 10 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m
20849 Dalton Rd., Sutton
Winter Market at the Link
Find gifts and treasures from local artisans, chefs, farmers, and more
Dec. 2 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
121 Morton Ave., Keswick
Christmas Bazaar
Find local gifts from unique vendors
Dec 3 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Visit our mini market for free by bringing an item for our holiday food drive this Sunday and check out an array of delicate creations by our local small businesses.
Dec. 8 | 4 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
482 The Queensway S. Keswick
Food, ten local vendors, and aged cask beer.
Dec 9 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sutton Hall, 48 Hawkins St, Sutton
Come visit with Santa, more than 18 vendors, food, and a raffle. All proceeds support the team.
December 17 | 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ice Palace Hall, 90 Wexford Dr., Keswick
Dec 17 | 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Pefferlaw Lions Kids Shopping Christmas Market
38 Petes Ln, Pefferlaw
Give your children a chance to shop! Kids can shop for gifts, wrap it, and choose a card to surprise a loved one on Christmas Day.
Dec 16 and 17 | 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
3961 Old Homestead Rd., Sutton
Annual holiday market and the weekend of Homestead Orchard’s season.
2023 Holiday events
Date |
About the event |
Location |
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Nov. 18 1:30 p.m. start |
Santa Claus is coming to Keswick |
Starts at Woodbine Avenue at Dovedale Drive heads north and ends on Woodbine Avenue at Wexford Drive. |
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Nov. 25 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
Mark your calendars, my festive friends, and prepare to celebrate Grinchmas like never before! |
Historic Downtown Sutton All throughout High St. |
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Nov. 25 3 p.m. to 7:30 pm |
Old Fashioned Christmas and Festival of Lights Grab a cup of hot chocolate* and a cookie and get ready for some favourite seasonal pastimes, including traditional holiday games and family fun entertainment. |
Georgina Pioneer Village 26557 Civic Centre Rd., Keswick |
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Dec. 2 5 p.m. start |
Sutton Santa Claus Parade of Lights Santa Claus is coming to Sutton and Jackson’s Point |
Starts in Jackson's Point, travels down Dalton Road. to High Street, along High Street, and ends at the fairgrounds. |
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Dec. 16 8 p.m. |
The Next Generation Leahy Christmas This live Christmas celebration affects audiences, having witnessed something truly inspiring and remarkable. |
130 Gwendolyn Blvd., Keswick |
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Dec. 31 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. |
ROC'N New Year's Eve Family Bash 2024 Take part in fun outdoor activities and festive games, or tube, toboggan, ski and snowboard your way into 2024! |
The ROC 26479 Civic Centre Rd. |
Do you know of other holiday markets and events being held in Georgina? Let us know by emailing tourism@georgina.ca.
Are you a community group or non-profit organization that is looking to increase exposure for your community event? If yes, we welcome you to post your event to our events calendar.
More ways to shop and support local businesses in Georgina
Georgina Made Directory
From hand-made soaps to charcuterie boards, you’ll find a wide selection of businesses in Georgina that make, grow, sell, or manufacture products right here in Georgina. Explore the directory.
Explore businesses along Georgina’s historic main streets
Visit georgina.ca/downtowns to explore the Town’s historic main streets in Jackson’s Point, Keswick, Sutton, and Pefferlaw. You may have driven or walked by many times and always wondered what’s inside. Why not find out? Explore and see all of the beautiful shops in Georgina. Make a day of it by stopping by a nearby restaurant to fuel up for more shopping.
Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture
Open to the public, the Georgina Centre for Arts and Culture has a wide selection of art and artisan finds made by locals. You’ll also find some treasures for purchase made by artists/artisans from the Chippewas of Georgina Island. Visit them Thursday through Sunday at 149 High St. in Sutton or shop online at thegcac.ca.