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Christmas Markets

Country Christmas Marketplace

Visitors can shop hundreds of exhibitors offering unique holiday gifts, home décor, and seasonal treasures. The marketplace showcases handmade artisan products, Alberta-made goods, and apparel alongside gourmet food and specialty treats. It provides a festive shopping experience for finding gifts or decorating for the holidays.

What to Expect

Holiday market featuring hundreds of exhibitors with handcrafted gifts and treats.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Edmonton EXPO Centre

Food & Drink

Exhibitors offer gourmet food products and specialty treats.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday gift shoppers and fans of handmade goods

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Location

Edmonton EXPO Centre
7515 118 Ave. NW, Edmonton, AB T5B 0J2
Edmonton, AB
T5B 0J2

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: November 6–7: 12 PM – 8 PM; November 8: 12 PM – 6 PM.
  • Parking: On-site parking is available at the Edmonton EXPO Centre; payment is pay-by-plate and required upon arrival.
  • Accessibility: The Edmonton EXPO Centre is fully accessible with barrier-free entrances, accessible washrooms, and designated seating areas.
  • Pets: Pets and non-service animals are not permitted inside the venue; certified service animals are welcome.

Tips & Advice

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes, since browsing hundreds of exhibitors can involve plenty of walking and standing.
  • Carry a credit or debit card; most vendors accept major cards, and ATMs are available on-site.
  • Bring a stroller or wagon if useful; both are permitted throughout the EXPO Centre building.
  • Keep bags small: small backpacks may be inspected, while oversized items and coolers should be left at home.
  • Leave pets at home, since non-service animals are not permitted; certified service animals are welcome.

Special Events & Promotions

  • November 8 has shorter opening hours than November 6–7.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I shop for at the marketplace?

Hundreds of exhibitors offer holiday gifts, handmade artisan goods, home décor, clothing, Alberta-made products, and seasonal items.

Are there food and drink offerings?

Exhibitors feature gourmet food products and specialty treats. The wider Farmfair International also has food court concessions with coffee, snacks, beverages, and hot meals.

Is the marketplace suitable for children?

The wider Farmfair International welcomes visitors of all ages, and strollers and wagons are allowed throughout the EXPO Centre.

What are the parking and transit options?

The EXPO Centre has on-site parking with pay-by-plate payment upon arrival, and an LRT transit centre connects directly to the venue.

Can I apply to be an exhibitor?

Yes. Vendors can apply for a marketplace spot through the 2026 Vendor Application.

Tags

holiday markethandmade craftsartisanal productslocal artisansholiday shoppingfestive foodcommunity celebrationseasonal activitiesfree event

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 25, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team