2021 Winter Market Schedule
Once upon a Craft Fair
Celebrating our 30th+1 year providing a unique shopping experience that showcases fantastic, creative BC Artisans. Find one-of-a-kind gifts for an early Christmas experience worth waiting for.
November 4th-6, 2022
Takes place in Nanaimo at Beban Park Social Centre (2300 Bowen Rd)
Friday November 04, 2019 (2pm – 7:00 pm)
Saturday November 05 (10:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Sunday, November 06 (10:00 am – 4:00 pm)
Admission is $5.00. This includes unlimited re-entry for all days and also a donation to select local charities.
Christmas Chaos
Christmas Chaos at the Cowichan Community Centre
November 17-20, 2022
Thursday 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Early Access & inclusion for wheelchairs, strollers and seniors)
Friday 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
We will have the Multi Purpose Hall Venue and the Cowichan Suite open all 4 days
Heritage Hall Venue will only be open Saturday and Sunday
Join us as we celebrate 41 years of bringing this exciting Christmas arts and crafts market to our community. Also included are Santa’s Workshop, daily raffles, and more! This event is wheelchair accessible.
Mistletoe Xmas Fair in Courtenay
Florence Filberg Center, 411 Anderton Ave, Courtenay BC
November 11th- 13th
Friday 3-7pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm
!st time in 3 years Courtenay is hosting a Christmas Fair. ARTISANS & CRAFTERS will showcase their talents and provide an opportunity to BUY LOCAL. Purchase something special for that SOMEONE SPECIAL on you list!
Vancouver Island Market
We are thrilled to announce that Vancouver Island Market is returning with all of your favourite local makers and artisans for 4 full days this December 2nd to 5th.
Join us inside the Old Sears Building at Nanaimo North Town Centre and let the positive spirit of entrepreneurship inspire you as you discover your new favourite local vendors. It’s great to be back to celebrate this winter with you.
A Touch of Saltspring
Friday December 2rd
10am - 8pm
Saturday December 3th
10am - 5pm
Sunday December 4th
10am - 5pm
Featuring over 200 crafters and artisans of
Salt Spring, BC and Alberta
Admission $5.00 for 3 day pass
Wheelchair accessible and refreshments.
Free parking