Holiday Arts & Craft Markets
Get into the festive spirit and shop local at Calgary’s incredible lineup of holiday markets! From handmade crafts and unique artwork, to festive food and live entertainment, these markets are the perfect way to celebrate the season. We will continue to update this list throughout the holiday season.
Small Artwork Show & Sale
Until December 12, 2024, 11:30am – 1:30pm
+15, Stephen Avenue Place (2nd Floor, 700 2 St. SW)
Free to attend
Members of Calgary Community Painters Society are hosting a small artwork show and sale in the Plus 15 network. Drop by on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays to chat with the artists and buy local art!
calgarycommunitypainters.com
Festive Foothills Annual Art Sale
Until December 20, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Leighton Art Centre (282027 144 St. W, Millarville)
By donation
Enjoy a whole lot of holiday cheer in Alberta’s beautiful Foothills region! Leighton Art Centre’s annual Festive Foothills Art Sale returns in perfect time for your holiday gift-giving. You’ll find beautiful decorations and gorgeous art, combined with the home’s historic ambiance.
leightoncentre.org
U/D Night Market — Holiday Edition
November 28, 2024, 5 – 9pm
Central Commons Park (4410 University Ave. NW)
Free to attend
The U/D Night Market Holiday Edition is back, bringing festive cheer to University District! Enjoy fun and festive entertainment, including a curated selection of local vendors, live entertainment featuring DJ performances, a lively show from Dan the One Man Band and a magical tree lighting ceremony.
myuniversitydistrict.ca
Inglewood Holiday Night Market
November 29 & 30, 2024, 5 – 9pm
The Quonset at the Crossroads Market (1235 26 Ave. SE)
$5
The Inglewood Holiday Night Market is a modern market with locally sourced and handmade vendors selling diverse goods; from handmade crafts to vintage clothing, antiques & collectibles, artisan eats & more!
inglewoodnightmarket.ca
Spruce Meadows International Christmas Market
November 29 – December 1, 2024
Spruce Meadows (18011 Spruce Meadows Way SW)
$10.79 – $16.19
Don’t miss a moment of this world-renowned market. Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere, adorned with beautiful seasonal décor — perfect for discovering unique gifts and embracing holiday cheer in cozy indoor and charming outdoor spaces.
sprucemeadows.com
Winter Craft Market
November 30, 2024, 10am – 3pm
Ranchlands Community Association Hall (7713 Ranchview Dr. NW)
By donation (non-perishable food items or cash)
Get ready for a cozy and festive shopping experience at the Ranchlands Winter Market! This market will showcase a diverse selection of handcrafted items and artisan products, perfect for finding unique gifts and supporting local creators.
ranchlandscommunity.com
Authentically Indigenous Holiday Market
November 30 – December 1, 2024, 10am – 5pm
Kerby Centre Gym (1133 7 Ave. SW)
$5 – $8
Authentically Indigenous and ATB Financial present the ninth annual Indigenous Holiday Market featuring handmade arts and crafts by local Indigenous artists! Don’t miss out!
authenticallyindig.com
Little Modern Market
November 30 & December 7, 2024, 9am – 3pm
FAC Deerfoot Campus (12345 40th St. SE)
By donation (non-perishable food items or cash)
A local market bringing people together to shop local and small Canadian businesses. Browse and shop the vendors, participate in workshops, plus free face paint and glitter tattoos and supervised play time for kids ($5). Check it out!
littlemodernmarket.com
Granary Road Christmas Market
November 30 – December 15, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Granary Road (226066 112 Street West, Foothills)
Free to explore
Experience the magic of the holidays at Granary Road! Head over during the weekends to shop local vendors and enjoy several activities including wagon rides, Christmas tree workshops, photos with Santa and more!
granaryroad.com
Calgary Video Game Collectors Show: Holiday Market
December 1, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Acadia Recreation Complex (240 90 Ave. SE)
Free to attend
Calgary’s largest video game market is back in time for the holidays! They have over 60 vendor tables of video games, art and all-around geeky goodness for the one-stop shopping experience for the gamer in your life!
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Wildflower Art Salon & Sale
December 1, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Wildflower Arts Centre (3363 Spruce Dr. SW)
Free to attend
Join the talented Artists of Wildflower Art Centre and North Mount Pleasant Art Centre for their 14th annual Art Salon & Sale. Shop one-of-a-kind works of art from 30 different artists working in ceramics, fibre, paint, print, glass and more.
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Golden Acre Community Market Christmas Pop-Up
December 1, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Golden Acre Home & Garden (620 Goddard Ave. NE)
Free to attend
‘Tis the season to shop local and celebrate the magic of Christmas! Join Golden Acres Home & Garden for the Community Market Christmas Pop-Up, an unforgettable holiday experience for the whole family!
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Market Collective
December 6 – 8 & 13 – 15, 2024
Hall D, BMO Centre (20 Roundup Way SE)
$7
Check out Market Collective’s Holiday Market series! Visitors to the family-friendly event can anticipate two weekends of interactive workshops, live performances, galleries, food and beverage, over 150 local vendors and special surprises.
marketcollective.ca
Vend Urban Market — Holiday Market
December 7, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Lake Bonavista Promenede (755 Lake Bonavista Dr. SW)
Free to attend
Celebrate the holidays with Vend Urban Market! Check out all the amazing vendors lining the inside of Lake Bonavista Promenade, face paint, fun balloon creations, Santa, and some surprises they are working on!
vendmarket.ca
Naija Market Day
December 7, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Astoria Banquet Hall (2027 Pegasus Rd. NE)
Free to attend
Get ready for Naija Market Day! Shop from the best wholesale vendors in Canada for unique crafts, African wear, jewelry and more while you enjoy afrobeat music by DJ Freddy, and Calgary MC Sam Precious plays host as the hype man of the day.
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AWA’s Pop-Up Christmas Market
December 7, 2024, 10am – 3pm
Alberta Wilderness Association (455 12 St. NW)
By donation
Join Alberta Wilderness Association for a family-friendly Christmas pop-up market in the Kensington neighbourhood. They’ll have an array of art, baked goods and local crafters. They’ll also be selling their merch and environmentally themed books from their collection.
albertawilderness.ca
Crescent Heights Christmas Market
December 7, 2024, 11am – 5pm
Crescent Heights Community Association (1101 2 St. NW)
$2
Get into the holiday spirit with the Sixth Annual Crescent Heights Christmas Market! Highlights include a Santa Claus visit and soft play indoor playground for kids, and a chance to browse through unique and local vendors to find the perfect holiday gifts. Bring your family, friends, and holiday cheer!
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Once Upon a Christmas
December 7 – 22, 2024, 10am – 4pm
Heritage Park (100 Heritage Dr. SW)
With admission
Step into a winter wonderland and experience the enchanting magic of Christmas at Heritage Park! Enjoy cozy wagon rides, merry carolers, visits with Santa, a festive Christmas market and beautiful decorations that will make you feel like you’re in your very own Hallmark movie.
heritagepark.ca
Peak to Prairie Holiday Market
December 8, 2024, 9:30am – 1pm
Markin McPhail Centre at Winsport (151 Canada Olympic Rd. SW)
$6.43 – $11.47
Peak to Prairie Market was started in 2020 by founders Meaghan and Stephanie, who wanted a more curated small business shopping experience in north Calgary. They’re excited to be back to showcase the amazing Calgary small business community this holiday season!
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Small Business Winter Market
December 8, 2024, 11am – 4pm
The Rooftop YYC (414 3 St. SW)
Free to explore
Check out the YYC Small Business Winter Market! Discover a curated collection of unique gifts, products and services from local entrepreneurs and small business owners. From handcrafted goods to delicious treats, there’s something for everyone.
Eventbrite.ca
Tsuut’ina Christmas Market
December 13 – 15, 2024, 11am – 7pm (Fri & Sat), 11am – 4pm (Sun)
Seven Chiefs Sportsplex (19 Bullhead Rd., Tsuut’ina Nation)
Free to explore
Support Indigenous and local artists and businesses at the fourth annual Christmas at the Nation Holiday Market. In partnership with the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex & Chief Jim Starlight Centre and Taza, this new holiday market will feature over 165 Indigenous and local artists.
christmasatthenation.ca
Have a holiday market that’s not listed? Email us at events@calgaryartsdevelopment.com or fill out this form.
