Toronto Christmas Holiday Craft and Gift Shows
One of a Kind, Seasons, Markham Home for the Holidays, Church Sales
Oct 27, 2009
Christmas can be a very stressful time for many due to the number of tasks that need to be completed before Christmas Day. Cleaning the house, decorating the tree, and baking for the holidays all demand time and energy. Christmas gift shopping, in particular, can put a strain, not only on resources, but on energy and imagination.
Christmas gift and craft shows in Toronto and the GTA provide a solution to the problem of what to buy family and friends by offering a wide variety of gifts, clothing and holiday decor under one roof. The following Christmas craft shows in the Toronto area will ease the stress load on the overburdened Christmas shopper:
Christmas Craft Shows Toronto
Toronto offers a wide selection of Christmas craft and gift sales at Exhibition Place, community centres, and churches, which are geared to both large and shoestring budgets:
- One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale 2009, Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place, November 26 to December 6, 2009, offers gifts that include clothing, jewellery, Christmas decor, weaving, stained glass, ceramics, and body care. Adults $12.50, Seniors and Students $6.50, Children 12 and under Free. Mon-Fri, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sun 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Under 30 Crafts Market, Ralph Thornton Centre, 765 Queen Street East, 2nd Floor, December 6, 2009, 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. offers Christmas gifts and ornaments for sale that are no more than $30.
- Runnymede United Church Craft Show, 432 Runnymede Road (2 blocks north of Bloor St.), 416-767-6729, November 14, 2009, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., offers high quality seasonal gifts including jewellery, wood crafts, home decor, decorations, baking, chocolate. Admission $2.
- The Artisans' Gift Fair, Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, 416-923-8137, December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 2009, noon to 6 p.m., offers one of a kind, handcrafted gifts, including funky and classic jewellery, candles, and body care.
Christmas Craft Shows Markham, Uxbridge
Take a drive to Markham or Uxbridge and experience old-fashioned Christmas nostalgia at the following holiday craft and gift sales:
- Markham Home For The Holidays, Markham Fairgrounds, 10801 McCowan Road, in its 22nd year, has over 130 exhibitors selliing Christmas decor, accessories, gift ideas, custom wreaths. Adults $9, Seniors $8, Children 12 and under $2.
- Uxbridge Christmas Craft and Gift Sale, Uxbridge Arena Hall, 291 Brock Street West, November 14, 2009, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., offers Christmas decor, jewellery, woodworking, hand-painted giftware, knitting, and chocolate. Adults $1, Children 12 and under Free.
Christmas Craft Show Mississauga
The following craft show is not only a sale of Christmas gifts; it also features home decor demonstrations and seasonal cooking seminars by CityLine, Canadian Living and Style at Home representatives:
- Seasons Christmas Show, International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, November 20, 21, 22, 2009, offers unique gifts including clothing and jewellery, Christmas holiday entertaining and decorating, gourmet foods, and presentations. Adults $12, Seniors and Youth $10, Children 12 and under Free. $2 discount for Adults if ticket purchased online.
Christmas Craft Shows Oakville, Burlington
It is not necessary to drive to Toronto for Christmas craft shows as Oakville and Burlington, in the southwestern GTA, have several local holiday gift sales:
- A Christmas Market, Anglican Church of the Incarnation, 1240 Old Abbey Lane, northwest corner of Dorval Drive and Old Abbey Lane (north of QEW), Oakville, November 14, 2009, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., has jewellery, attic treasures, a silent auction and baking. Free.
- Burlington Kinsmen 16th Annual Christmas Craft Show, Mainway Recreation Centre, 4015 Mainway, Burlington, November 21, 22, 2009, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. has ceramics, stained glass, candles, Christmas decor, and baked goods.
Christmas can be a rushed affair, but by attending Christmas craft shows such as the One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale in Toronto, Seasons Christmas Show in Mississauga, Markham Home for the Holidays, or the Burlington Kinsmen 16th Annual Christmas Craft Show, Christmas shoppers will avoid having to run from store to store, and instead will find unique seasonal gifts such as jewellery, clothing, accessories, Christmas decor, wood crafts, ceramics, and stained glass all in one place.
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