Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday EcoMarket 2026 — FREE Christmas Market, Local Makers & Family Fun

Visit Toronto Botanical Garden’s free Holiday EcoMarket Nov. 20–22 and Dec. 18–20, 2026. Shop 100+ makers and enjoy free family activities.

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Event details

Categories: EVENTS · Christmas Markets · Christmas & Holidays · Free Experiences · Family & Kids

When: · Fridays 2–6 p.m. · Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Toronto Botanical Garden members have Friday early access noon–2 p.m.

Where:

Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1P2

Cost: Free admission · vendor purchases, food and parking cost extra

About the event

The Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday EcoMarket returns for two separate weekends in 2026. Hosted by the Garden in partnership with For the Love of Markets, the event brings together more than 100 local and planet-friendly vendors, seasonal greenery, garden-inspired gifts and scheduled family activities. Admission is free, and shopping is optional.

Dates and public hours

The market is open on these six dates only. It is not open continuously between November 22 and December 18. All times below are local Toronto time.

  • Friday, November 20: 2–6 p.m.
  • Saturday, November 21: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Sunday, November 22: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Friday, December 18: 2–6 p.m.
  • Saturday, December 19: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
  • Sunday, December 20: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Toronto Botanical Garden members have early access on both Fridays from noon to 2 p.m. Public hours on Fridays begin at 2 p.m.

Browse more than 100 local makers

The organizer lists more than 100 local and planet-friendly vendors in the Visitor Centre and outdoor courtyards. The vendor lineup changes between the two weekends. Expect a broad mix of handmade and nature-inspired gift ideas, including jewellery, ceramics, glassware, art, stationery, candles, plants, seasonal greenery, skincare and food products. Specific products, prices and stock vary by vendor and are not guaranteed.

The Garden Shop also plans garden-inspired gifts, home décor, local artwork, seasonal greens, paperwhite and amaryllis bulbs, gift memberships and gift cards. Purchases are optional and cost extra.

Free family and community activities

The Children's Centre offers free, drop-in winter-themed crafts on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Visitors can also pick up complimentary marshmallows there for the outdoor bonfire; supplies and outdoor activities may vary with availability and conditions.

The Roots & Threads community eco-art project offers free drop-in workshops on Saturdays and Sundays from noon–4 p.m. in the Weston Family Library. Members of the Woman’s Art Association of Canada facilitate activities such as printmaking, lettering, boro mending and textile arts.

Free plant-poetry sessions with horticulturist, birder and writer Sasan Beni are scheduled on Fridays at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the Weston Family Library. Local musicians are listed for Saturdays and Sundays from noon–3 p.m.

The Sustainable Wrapping Station is Pay What You Can, with donations supporting the Garden; it is not an unconditional free service. An indoor second-floor food court offers food and seating, with food and drinks sold separately.

On Friday, November 20, garden writer and photographer Janet Davis is scheduled to meet visitors in the Weston Family Library from 2–4 p.m. Her book, *Trees & Shrubs of Mount Pleasant Cemetery*, will be available for purchase; buying a copy is optional.

Admission, shopping and parking costs

General admission to the Holiday EcoMarket is free. You do not need to buy merchandise or food to attend. Vendor goods, Garden Shop items, food and drinks are sold separately. The sustainable wrapping station is Pay What You Can.

The Garden’s posted parking rate is $4 per hour, up to $16 per day. Toronto Botanical Garden members receive free parking. The organizer notes that some events may make different parking arrangements, so confirm current parking terms if they affect your visit.

Location and getting there

Toronto Botanical Garden
777 Lawrence Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario M3C 1P2

The Garden is at Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East, beside Edwards Gardens. By TTC, the Garden’s directions page describes connections via Line 5 Eglinton to the northbound 51 Leslie bus, or Line 1 to Lawrence Station and the 162 Lawrence-Donway bus. Check the TTC trip planner for current service before travelling.

Paid parking is available beside the Garden. The directions and parking pages have current arrival and payment information.

Accessibility information

The Garden lists accessible washrooms on the main floor, an elevator between the first and second floors, three loan wheelchairs, and a sensory backpack. Wheelchairs and the sensory backpack can be reserved by calling 416-397-1341. Ten accessible parking spaces are available near the entrance on a first-come, first-served basis; parking fees still apply unless you are eligible for a Garden member benefit. The event page does not publish separate event-specific accommodation arrangements, so contact the Garden if you need to confirm an accommodation before visiting.

Before you go

Bring a reusable shopping bag or travel mug to support the market’s sustainability focus. If you are visiting with children, Saturday or Sunday includes free crafts, eco-art workshops and live music. The two weekends have different vendor lineups, and the event is closed between them. Check the official event page for updates before travelling.

Official information

Frequently asked questions

When is the Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday EcoMarket?
It runs Friday–Sunday, November 20–22, and Friday–Sunday, December 18–20, 2026. It is not open between those weekends.
What are the public hours?
Friday public hours are 2–6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday hours are 10 a.m.–4 p.m. all times Toronto local time.
Do Toronto Botanical Garden members get early access?
Yes. Members have early access on both Fridays from noon to 2 p.m.; public Friday hours begin at 2 p.m.
Is admission free, and do I have to buy something?
The Garden confirms free admission, and shopping is optional. Vendor goods, Garden Shop items, food and drinks cost extra. No ticket or registration requirement is stated on the event page; check the official page for updates.
Which activities are free?
The organizer lists free weekend children's crafts, free drop-in Roots & Threads eco-art workshops, Friday plant-poetry sessions, weekend live music and complimentary marshmallows for the outdoor bonfire. The Sustainable Wrapping Station is Pay What You Can, not unconditionally free.
How much does parking cost?
The posted rate is $4 per hour, up to $16 per day. Members receive free parking. The Garden notes that event-specific parking arrangements may differ, so confirm current terms.
What accessibility features are available?
The Garden lists accessible washrooms, an elevator, three loan wheelchairs, a sensory backpack and ten accessible parking spaces. Call 416-397-1341 to reserve a wheelchair or sensory backpack; accessible parking is first-come, first-served. Contact the Garden about event-specific accommodations.
Where is the Holiday EcoMarket?
Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1P2, beside Edwards Gardens at Leslie Street and Lawrence Avenue East.
Are the vendors the same on both weekends?
No. The Garden says new vendors join each weekend, so the lineup changes between November and December.

Participation: Bring a reusable shopping bag. Visit on a Saturday or Sunday for free family crafts, eco-art workshops and live music; the vendor lineup changes between weekends.

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Toronto Botanical Garden — Official Holiday EcoMarket Details — The official Toronto Botanical Garden event page was checked November 12, 2026, and confirms both weekends, all six public-hour sessions, free admission, 100+ vendors and the listed activities. Official directions, parking and accessibility pages were also checked for visitor details.

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