Riverside Holiday Market
Visitors can shop for holiday gifts from more than twenty local vendors across two community centre floors. The gathering features live music, complimentary hot chocolate, and a meet-and-greet photo opportunity with Santa. Families can also take part in activities including children's crafts and treats.
What to Expect
Local shopping market featuring Santa photos, live music, and hot chocolate.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Riverside
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Riverside BIA, Toronto
Food & Drink
Free hot chocolate and treats for kids are offered.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children and holiday shoppers
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free tickets; free Meet & Greet photos with Santa, live music and hot chocolate, kids crafts and treats. Holiday shopping is offered from local vendors. – Get tickets
- Hours: 11am-4pm.
Tips & Advice
- RSVP for the free tickets as soon as they're released, since the RSVP also gets you event perks and promos.
- Head up to the 2nd and 3rd floors of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre, where the vendors and activities are set up.
- Bring the kids for free crafts, treats and a free photo with Santa, so you can get the Santa photo while you shop.
- Bring your holiday gift list, since more than 20 local vendors sell across the two floors.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free RSVP tickets come with event perks and promos.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the market good for kids?
Yes, everyone is welcome. Kids get free crafts and treats, and there's a free meet-and-greet for photos with Santa.
What is there to do besides shopping?
There's free live music and hot chocolate, free kids' crafts and treats, and free photos with Santa. Holiday shopping comes from more than 20 local vendors.
Is there food or drink?
Free hot chocolate is served, and kids get free treats.
Do I need to RSVP?
Yes. Free tickets are available by RSVP, and they come with event perks and promos.
Who puts on the market?
The Riverside BIA, the business improvement area for the Queen Street East neighbourhood.
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