Now that it is officially December, even the Grinch-y-est among us starts to feel a little bit festive.  The air smells like gingerbread, the lights are twinkling, and the dusting of snow is still new and light enough to be pretty (at least around my neck of the woods!).  So why not bundle up a bit, and make some time this weekend to check out one of these exciting events?  Hopefully there’s one near you!

Vancouver, BC: See 50 local artists at the annual Got Craft? Holiday Show.  It is being held at the Royal Canadian Legion 2205 Commercial Drive (@ E.6th Ave),  on Sunday only. Cost is only $3.00, and the show runs from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.  As a special bonus, the first 45 guests get a free swag bag!  There is also a do it yourself table if you feel like getting in on the crafty action.

Montreal, QC: Join Team EtsyQ (the official Quebec Etsy Team), as they kick off their very first craft show and sale!  Creations & Cocoa will run from Dec 3rd to Dec 5th, at Galerie Rye.  Sip some delicious organic hot chocolate, and get to know some of the fantastic crafters from La Belle Province!   Doors will be open from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, and from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.   You can even win while you shop!  With every purchase of $25 or more, get a ticket to win one of the gift draws donated by the participants.  Galerie Rye is located at 1331a Ste. Catherine East, close to Metro Beaudry.

Calgary, AB: This weekend the Our Best To You show comes to the BMO Centre at Stampede Park.  With over 260 exhibitors, there is sure to be something for everyone on your list.  Doors open at 10:00 am daily, and close at 9:30 on Friday, 6:00 on Saturday, and 5:00 on Sunday.  Admission is $7.00, Seniors and Youth are $5.00.  Re-entry passes are available, so you can come and go all weekend long.  Click here for a map to the BMO Centre (formerly the Roundup Centre).

Toronto, ON: Don’t forget, this is your last chance to catch the One Of A Kind show at the Direct Energy Centre.  I was there on Monday, and it was fantastic!  Doors open daily at 10:00 am, and you can find more details here.

London, ON: You won’t want to miss the 2010 Christmas Craft Festival at the Western Fairgrounds (Progress Building).  The show is open from 11:00 am daily, and runs until 9:00 on Friday, 6:00 on Saturday, and 5:00 on Sunday.  Tickets are $6.00 each, or you can click here to print a pdf coupon for $1.00 off.

Winnipeg, MB: Aqua Books will host another Crafty Minions show on Saturday from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Admission is free, so head over and check out all the unique handmade items.  Shop for gifts, or just spoil yourself with something special!  Not sure exactly where to find Aqua Books?  We’ve got you covered: click here for a map.

There are, of course, many other events taking place across the country this weekend.  Kitchener/Waterloo welcomes the Christkindl Market, or there’s the This Aint Your Grandma’s Craft Sale taking place on Sunday in Winnipeg.  Here’s hoping that you find something near you to satisfy your crafty side!

~Jennifer