Holiday parties and festivities are in full swing, and it is certainly a busy time of year for everyone. If you still have a few gifts to pick up, or have some room left in your budget for a special treat for yourself… be sure to look around for a craft show or handmade vendor to support, there’s sure to be last-minute shopping options in your neighbourhood!
Ottawa, ON: If you are lucky enough to live in our nation’s capital, there is still a big show that you can take in this weekend. The Originals Ottawa Christmas Craft Sale wraps up this weekend, at Lansdowne Park. Doors are open today from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. There is still time to pick up that unique, handcrafted gift! Admission is $7.00 for adults, and $4.00 for seniors and youth, (re-entry is available). Want a sneak peek at who is participating? Check out the Exhibitor listing! There is plenty of on-site parking at Lansdowne Park, at a cost of $5.00 per day.
Toronto, ON: City of Craft is happening in several locations around Toronto this weekend – there’s the craft show event and workshops at The Theatre Centre (1087 Queen Street West), as well as installations at the Ontario Crafts Council Gallery and the Cream Tangerine Gallery. There’s a lot going on, but the craft show itself runs Saturday 11:00am-6:00pm and Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm. You can check it all out on their website, including a vendor listing and photos of this year’s products and past events!
Vancouver, BC: The “Last Stop Christmas Shop” features works from the artists behind Bronsino (gorgeous leather bags) and Patina (leather accessories), the stunning jewellery of Su Foster and the always lovely belts, buckles and accessories from Flight Path Designs. To check out the selection from these great artists, visit #225, 975 Vernon Drive in Vancouver.
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Calgary, AB: I knew there was another show that I’d heard about online! Calgary’s Market Collective is hosting an event this weekend with over 50 vendors and live music, too! Check it out at the old Ant Hill building in Kensington, Calgary (148 – 10th Street NW). Runs Saturday 10-6pm and Sunday 11-5pm.
Have a safe and fun weekend!
~Jennifer & Sarah
