Last Updated on November 5, 2026 by Explore Vancouver
This guide lists 47 handmade Christmas craft fairs and maker markets across Metro Vancouver and the nearby Fraser Valley for the 2026 season, grouped by city, with Vancouver first and each fair listed by date. Local makers, juried artisans and community halls make this region a great place for holiday shopping that goes beyond the mall. For the bigger general markets, see our Christmas markets guide.
| Fair | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Craft Holiday Market | Nov 11 to 15 | Vancouver Convention Centre West, Vancouver |
| Dunbar Holiday Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 21 | Dunbar Community Centre, Vancouver |
| Got Craft Holiday Market | Nov 21 to 22 and Nov 28 to 29 | Croatian Cultural Centre, Vancouver |
| Made in the 604 Winter Pop-Up Market at Heritage Hall | Nov 21 to 22 and Dec 5 to 6 | Heritage Hall, Vancouver |
| Musqueam Christmas Craft Fair | Nov 28 to 29 | Musqueam Community Centre, Vancouver |
| Portobello West Holiday Market | Nov 28 to 29 | Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, Yaletown, Vancouver |
| Toque Craft Fair | Dec 4 to 6 | Western Front, Vancouver |
| Make It Vancouver | Dec 10 to 13 | PNE Forum, Vancouver |
| Made in the 604 Holiday Market Series at the Pipe Shop | Nov 7 to 8 and Nov 14 to 15 | The Pipe Shop, Shipyards, North Vancouver |
| STA Christmas Craft Fair | Sun, Nov 8 | St. Thomas Aquinas School, North Vancouver |
| Made in the 604 Lonsdale Quay Holiday Market Series | Nov 21 to Dec 23 | Lonsdale Quay Market, North Vancouver |
| North Lonsdale United Church Winter Craft Market | Sat, Nov 21 | North Lonsdale United Church, North Vancouver |
| Shipyards Christmas Market | Nov 27 to Dec 24 | Shipbuilders' Square, North Vancouver |
| Tsleil-Waututh Christmas Craft Fair | Dec 5 to 6 | Tsleil-Waututh Nation Community Centre, North Vancouver |
| South Arm's Christmas Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 21 | South Arm Community Centre, Richmond |
| Steveston Christmas Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 28 | Steveston Community Centre, Richmond |
| Welcome to Norway Craft Fair | Sun, Nov 8 | Scandinavian Community Centre, Burnaby |
| Deer Lake Winter Craft Festival | Nov 13 to 15 | Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby |
| Nikkei Craft Fair | Nov 14 to 15 | Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, Burnaby |
| Swedish Christmas Market | Nov 21 to 22 | Scandinavian Community Centre, Burnaby |
| St. Alban's Christmas Market | Sat, Dec 5 | St. Alban's Anglican Church, Burnaby |
| Gilmore Place Christmas Market | Dec 5 to 6 and Dec 12 to 13 | Gilmore Place, Burnaby |
| Delta Potters Christmas Sale | Nov 6 to 8 | South Delta Recreation Centre, Tsawwassen |
| North Delta Artisan and Gift Market | Sat, Nov 14 | Heath Elementary, Delta |
| Christmas at Southlands | Nov 28 to 29 | The Red Barn, Delta |
| Cloverdale Christmas Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 7 | Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Surrey |
| Cloverdale Grand Christmas Market | Sat, Nov 14 | Shannon Hall, Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Surrey |
| Heart to Home Holiday Market | Nov 14 to 15 | Surrey Arts Centre, Surrey |
| Surrey Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday Market | Nov 21 to 22 | Surrey Civic Plaza, Surrey |
| Noel Holiday Light Festival and Market | Nov 27 to Dec 29 | Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Surrey |
| Indigenous Christmas Market | Sat, Nov 28 | Totest Aleng Indigenous Learning House, Surrey |
| stษlษฬwฬ Craft Fair | Sat, Dec 5 | Museum of Surrey, Surrey |
| Historic Stewart Farm Holiday Events | Dec 5 to 6, Dec 12 to 13, Dec 19 to 20 | Historic Stewart Farm, Surrey |
| Langley Grand Christmas Market | Sat, Nov 21 | South Langley Church, Langley |
| iMade Christmas Pop-up Market | Dec 5 to 6 | Fort Langley Community Hall, Fort Langley |
| Christmas in the Village, Fort Langley | Dec 18 to 20 | Fort Langley Community Hall, Fort Langley |
| Albion Holiday Craft Fair | Sun, Nov 15 | Albion Community Centre, Maple Ridge |
| Archbishop Carney Christmas Craft Fair | Nov 14 to 15 | Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School, Port Coquitlam |
| Terry Fox Secondary Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 7 | Terry Fox Secondary School, Port Coquitlam |
| Winter Market at Glen Pine Pavilion | Nov 13 to 14 | Glen Pine Pavilion, Coquitlam |
| Place des Arts Holiday Artisan Shop | Nov 14 to Dec 17 | Place des Arts, Coquitlam |
| Oakdale Christmas Craft Fair | Sat, Nov 21 | Greater Heights Learning Academy, Coquitlam |
| Coquitlam Christmas Night Market | Nov 29, Dec 11 to 12 | Lafarge Lake, Coquitlam |
| Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair | Dec 4 to 6 | Poirier Forum, Coquitlam |
| New Westminster Holiday Market | Dec 12 to 13 | New Westminster City Hall, New Westminster |
| Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market | Nov 20 to 22 | Chilliwack Heritage Park, Chilliwack |
| Chilliwack Grand Festive Market | Sat, Nov 28 | Chilliwack Landing Sports Centre, Chilliwack |
Christmas Craft Fairs in Vancouver
Vancouver has the biggest names on the calendar, from the downtown convention centre to neighbourhood community halls and artist-run spaces. See our Vancouver guide for more to do.
Circle Craft Holiday Market
The Circle Craft Holiday Market takes over Vancouver Convention Centre West, 1055 Canada Place, from Nov 11 to 15. More than 315 Canadian artisans take part, which makes it the largest handmade market on this list.
Expect a wide spread of handmade goods under one roof, from jewellery and ceramics to textiles and food gifts. Tickets are required, and children 12 and under are free.
Our Circle Craft Holiday Market guide covers the venue and how to plan your visit.
Dunbar Holiday Craft Fair
The Dunbar Holiday Craft Fair is a one-day neighbourhood fair on Saturday, Nov 21, from 10 am to 5 pm at Dunbar Community Centre, 4747 Dunbar Street, on Vancouver's west side.
This is the 42nd edition, with more than 140 vendors. It is a long-running local tradition, so go early for the best selection. Check the community centre for current admission details.
Got Craft Holiday Market
The Got Craft Holiday Market runs on two weekends, Nov 21 to 22 and Nov 28 to 29, from 10 am to 5 pm each day at the Croatian Cultural Centre, 3250 Commercial Drive, in East Vancouver.
Got Craft is a curated indie market, and its holiday edition has featured around 100 makers and small shops in recent years, along with food trucks and a mini makers area for young entrepreneurs. Tickets are sold through the Got Craft website.
Made in the 604 Winter Pop-Up Market at Heritage Hall
Made in the 604 brings its Winter Pop-Up Market to Heritage Hall, 3102 Main Street, on Nov 21 to 22 and again on Dec 5 to 6, from 11 am to 5 pm each day. Entry is free and the hall is pet-friendly.
The organizer lists more than 50 local makers for the November weekend, with handmade goods, art, candles, skincare and baked treats. Both Heritage Hall weekends have sold out of vendor booths.
Musqueam Christmas Craft Fair
The Musqueam Christmas Craft Fair runs Saturday, Nov 28, and Sunday, Nov 29, at the Musqueam Community Centre, 6777 Salish Drive, in Vancouver. Time TBA.
Shoppers find handmade crafts, jewellery and gifts from Musqueam and other Indigenous artisans. Admission is by donation, children and Elders are free, and proceeds go to the Musqueam Elders Program.
Portobello West Holiday Market
The Portobello West Holiday Market runs Saturday, Nov 28, and Sunday, Nov 29, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Roundhouse Community Arts and Recreation Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, in Yaletown. It is indoors, so rain or shine.
Portobello West is celebrating 20 years as Vancouver's original makers market. Tickets are required, and children 12 and under are free. The Roundhouse is central and easy to reach by SkyTrain and on foot from downtown.
Toque Craft Fair
The Toque Craft Fair is a holiday market and fundraiser hosted by the artist-run centre Western Front, 303 East 8th Avenue. It opens with an opening party on Friday, Dec 4, from 5 to 9 pm, then runs Saturday and Sunday, Dec 5 to 6, from 11 am to 5 pm.
The fair features a curated lineup of BC artists, craftspeople and designers across the two floors of the heritage building, and it supports Western Front's programs. See the official site for the vendor lineup and admission details.
Make It Vancouver
Make It Vancouver is the last big handmade show of the season, at the PNE Forum, 2901 East Hastings Street, from Dec 10 to 13. Hundreds of local artists and makers fill the venue, and there is only one weekend this year.
Hours are Thursday 5 to 9 pm, Friday 11 am to 9 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. Tickets are required, and the official site has current admission details.
Christmas Craft Fairs in North Vancouver
The North Shore runs from a school fair in early November to waterfront markets near the SeaBus. See our North Vancouver guide for more to do nearby.
Made in the 604 Holiday Market Series at the Pipe Shop
Made in the 604 returns to the historic Pipe Shop, 115 Victory Ship Way, in the Shipyards district on Nov 7 to 8 and Nov 14 to 15. Time TBA.
Each weekend has its own vendor lineup, with 50+ makers on the first weekend and 65+ on the second, plus food trucks. A pet zone is planned for the first weekend only, and live holiday music joins the second. The Pipe Shop is a short walk from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal.
STA Christmas Craft Fair
The STA Christmas Craft Fair is a school fundraiser at St. Thomas Aquinas School, 541 West Keith Road, in North Vancouver. It runs on Sunday, Nov 8, from 10 am to 4 pm, and the 2026 fair is the 37th edition.
More than 150 artisans and vendors are listed for the 2026 fair, and the organizers call it one of the best-attended Christmas events on the North Shore. In past years the day also included hot food, raffle prizes and a bake sale, so it works as a full outing as well as a gift run.
Admission is charged. The school website has the current details.
Made in the 604 Lonsdale Quay Holiday Market Series
The Made in the 604 Lonsdale Quay Holiday Market Series brings local makers and small businesses to Lonsdale Quay Market, 123 Carrie Cates Court, in North Vancouver. It runs from Nov 21 to Dec 23 on select dates. Time TBA.
The weekend dates are Nov 21 to 22, Nov 27 to 29, Dec 4 to 6, Dec 11 to 13, Dec 18 to 20 and Dec 21 to 23. The market is outdoors except Dec 4 to 6, which is indoor only, so dress for the weather on the other dates.
The market sits beside the SeaBus terminal, which makes it an easy trip from downtown Vancouver.
North Lonsdale United Church Winter Craft Market
The North Lonsdale United Church Winter Craft Market is on Saturday, Nov 21, at North Lonsdale United Church, in North Vancouver.
Local makers sell handmade gifts and holiday goods at the church hall. Check the church site for hours and admission details.
Shipyards Christmas Market
The Shipyards Christmas Market runs from Nov 27 to Dec 24 at Shipbuilders' Square, 125 Victory Ship Way, in North Vancouver. Entry is free, and the vendors sell from rows of wooden huts. Time TBA.
This one is closer to a classic Christmas market than a juried craft fair, so it suits visitors who want food, lights and gifts in one stop. It is a short walk from the Lonsdale Quay SeaBus terminal. For the bigger general markets, see our Christmas markets guide.
Tsleil-Waututh Christmas Craft Fair
The Tsleil-Waututh Christmas Craft Fair is on Saturday, Dec 5, and Sunday, Dec 6, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Tsleil-Waututh Nation Community Centre, 3010 Sleil-Waututh Road, in North Vancouver.
This is the 24th annual fair, a celebration of Indigenous arts and culture with vendors from different First Nations across BC. Stalls offer jewellery, clothing, bath products, teas and carvings, and admission is by donation.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Richmond
Richmond has two community fairs, a week apart.
South Arm’s Christmas Craft Fair
South Arm's Christmas Craft Fair takes place on Saturday, Nov 21, from 10 am to 4 pm at South Arm Community Centre, 8880 Williams Road, in Richmond.
More than 80 vendors offer handmade crafts, festive gifts and seasonal goods throughout the community centre. Admission is listed as free, and it falls a week before the Steveston fair, so you can do both.
Steveston Christmas Craft Fair
The Steveston Christmas Craft Fair is on Saturday, Nov 28, from 10 am to 4 pm in the Net Shed at Steveston Community Centre, 4111 Moncton Street, in Richmond.
More than 100 vendors fill the hall, and admission is by donation. Pair it with a walk through Steveston Village and the waterfront.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Burnaby
Burnaby has six fairs this season, from a long-running arts council festival to Scandinavian and Indigenous markets. Browse more in our Burnaby guide.
Welcome to Norway Craft Fair
The Welcome to Norway Craft Fair is on Sunday, Nov 8, from 11:30 am to 3 pm at the Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, in Burnaby.
Norwegian and Scandinavian makers sell handmade goods, food and holiday treats. It is a small, community-run fair and a good pairing with the Swedish Christmas Market at the same venue two weeks later.
Deer Lake Winter Craft Festival
The Deer Lake Winter Craft Festival is presented by the Burnaby Arts Council at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, 6450 Deer Lake Avenue, from Nov 13 to 15. Time TBA.
It is one of the longest-running craft fairs in the region, now in its 55th season, with juried BC artisans and a free-admission format in past years. Pair it with a walk around Deer Lake Park, which is right beside the venue.
Nikkei Craft Fair
The Nikkei Craft Fair fills the Nikkei National Museum and Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, in Burnaby. It runs Saturday, Nov 14, from 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday, Nov 15, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Local makers bring a Japanese-inspired touch to handmade gifts, with more than 80 vendors at the fair in recent years. Japanese food and kids activities are part of the weekend. Members and seniors 65 and over can enter 30 minutes early.
Tickets are required. The venue is a short bus ride or walk from Edmonds SkyTrain Station.
Swedish Christmas Market
The Swedish Christmas Market runs Saturday, Nov 21, and Sunday, Nov 22, at the Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas Street, in Burnaby.
Expect Swedish holiday food, handmade gifts and seasonal traditions from the Scandinavian community. Check the community centre for hours and admission details.
St. Alban’s Christmas Market
St. Alban's Christmas Market is on Saturday, Dec 5, at St. Alban's Anglican Church, 7717 19th Avenue, in Burnaby. Admission is free.
The church's annual market has handcrafted treasures from local makers. It is a small neighbourhood stop that pairs well with the Gilmore Place market the same weekend.
Gilmore Place Christmas Market
The Gilmore Place Christmas Market runs Dec 5 to 6 and Dec 12 to 13, from 12 pm to 8 pm, at Gilmore Place, 4112 Lougheed Highway, in Burnaby. Entry is free.
The market has local vendors, photos with Santa, gift wrapping, food trucks and fire truck rides for kids. It is a family-friendly stop near the Gilmore SkyTrain station.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Delta
Delta's fairs run from a potters' sale in Tsawwassen to a school fair in North Delta and a holiday market at the Southlands barn. See our Delta guide for more to do nearby.
Delta Potters Christmas Sale
The Delta Potters Christmas Sale runs Friday, Nov 6, to Sunday, Nov 8, at South Delta Recreation Centre, 1720 56th Street, in Tsawwassen. Admission is free.
Delta Potters is a group of local artisans and potters, so expect handmade ceramics, mugs, bowls and seasonal pieces made by the people selling them. It is a good early-season stop before the bigger markets open.
North Delta Artisan and Gift Market
The North Delta Artisan and Gift Market is a one-day holiday market on Saturday, Nov 14, from 10 am to 3 pm at Heath Elementary, 11364 72 Avenue, in Delta.
Local makers sell handmade crafts and gifts through the school hall. Check the organizer site for the vendor list and admission details.
Christmas at Southlands
The Christmas at Southlands market runs Saturday, Nov 28, from 10 am to 6 pm and Sunday, Nov 29, from 10 am to 4 pm at The Red Barn, 6333 Market Avenue, in Delta.
The market is held at Southlands' historic red barn, with local makers and holiday gifts in a farm setting. It is a short drive from Tsawwassen and Ladner.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Surrey
Surrey has eight craft fairs and holiday events this season, from Cloverdale to the Surrey Arts Centre and the Museum of Surrey. See our Surrey guide for more.
Cloverdale Christmas Craft Fair
The Cloverdale Christmas Craft Fair is on Saturday, Nov 7, at Shannon Hall, Cloverdale Fairgrounds, 6050 176 Street, in Surrey. It has run for eight years, with more than 100 local vendors selling handmade gifts and holiday treats.
Admission is charged. This is a different event from the Cloverdale Grand Christmas Market at the same venue a week later, so you can shop both.
Cloverdale Grand Christmas Market
The Cloverdale Grand Christmas Market runs on Saturday, Nov 14, from 10 am to 4 pm at Shannon Hall, 6050 176 Street, in Cloverdale (Surrey). It is presented by Local Harmony Markets and is listed as the second season of the event.
The focus is local makers and holiday gifts, and admission is free. It is an easy early-season stop for anyone shopping in Surrey or Langley.
Heart to Home Holiday Market
The Heart to Home Holiday Market is the Surrey Art Gallery Association's annual market, on Saturday, Nov 14, and Sunday, Nov 15, from 12 pm to 4 pm at Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Avenue, in Surrey. Admission and parking are free.
Dozens of artists from Surrey and the Lower Mainland sell one-of-a-kind handmade works, with live pottery demonstrations and local food and treats. It is one of the best free markets in the region for original art and handmade gifts.
Surrey Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday Market
The Surrey Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday Market runs Saturday, Nov 21, and Sunday, Nov 22, at Surrey Civic Plaza, 13450 104 Avenue, in Surrey. Admission is free.
The festival is in its 16th year, with a holiday market, live entertainment and the lighting of the city's tree. It is the biggest free holiday event in Surrey and pairs well with the Bear Creek Lights nearby.
Noel Holiday Light Festival and Market
The Noel Holiday Light Festival and Market runs Nov 27 to Dec 29 at Cloverdale Fairgrounds, in Surrey. It has artisan vendors, light displays, a Ferris wheel and photos with Santa.
This is the new home of Bright Nights, which moved from Stanley Park to Cloverdale in 2026. The market sits inside the heated Snow Barn and Noel Village, so it works in any weather. Check the official site for hours and ticket details.
Indigenous Christmas Market
The Indigenous Christmas Market is on Saturday, Nov 28, from 12 pm to 4 pm at Totest Aleng Indigenous Learning House, in Surrey.
Shop for unique creations from Indigenous artisans, with family-friendly outdoor pavilion activities alongside the market. Check the City of Surrey holiday guide for the address and current details.
stษlษฬwฬ Craft Fair
The stษlษฬwฬ Craft Fair is on Saturday, Dec 5, from 7 am to 1 pm at the Museum of Surrey, 17710 56A Avenue, in Surrey. It is part of WinterFest at the museum.
Hosted with the stษlษฬwฬ Arts and Cultural Society, the fair has more than 30 local Indigenous vendors, live entertainment and a visit from Santa. Admission to the museum is free.
Historic Stewart Farm Holiday Events
Historic Stewart Farm runs free Christmas weekend drop-ins through December at 13723 Crescent Road, in Surrey: Deck the Halls on Dec 5 and 6, Homemade Holidays on Dec 12 and 13, and Let's Celebrate on Dec 19 and 20. There is also a Victorian Christmas Evening on Dec 5.
The heritage farmhouse hosts Victorian-themed crafts, chestnut roasting demonstrations, woodstove-baked treats and homemade lantern making. It is more of a hands-on holiday outing than a shopping market, and a good free stop in South Surrey.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Langley and Fort Langley
Langley has a market in the Township and two fairs in the historic village. See our Fort Langley guide for more.
Langley Grand Christmas Market
The Langley Grand Christmas Market is presented by Local Harmony Markets on Saturday, Nov 21, starting at 10 am at South Langley Church, 20098 22 Avenue. It follows the same local-makers format as the Cloverdale market a week earlier.
Admission to this market was free in 2025, so check the organizer page for the 2026 details.
iMade Christmas Pop-up Market
The iMade Christmas Pop-up Market runs Dec 5 to 6, from 11 am to 4 pm each day, at the Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Road. Entry is free.
The organizer says every event has 30+ vendors, and no two events are the same. The market is pet-friendly inside and the hall is wheelchair and stroller accessible from the back parking lot.
Christmas in the Village, Fort Langley
Christmas in the Village is a three-day festive market hosted by the Fort Langley Village Farmers Market. It runs Dec 18 to 20, from 10 am to 6 pm each day, at the historic Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Road.
The market is built around BC arts and crafts, handmade seasonal gifts and festive food. Make a day of it with a stroll through the village, and see our Fort Langley Village guide for more to do nearby.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge has a community craft fair in Albion. See our Maple Ridge guide.
Albion Holiday Craft Fair
The Albion Holiday Craft Fair is presented by Coastal Wave Markets on Sunday, Nov 15, starting at 11 am at Albion Community Centre, 24165 104 Avenue, in Maple Ridge.
It is in its fourth year and is billed as one of the best Christmas markets in Maple Ridge. Admission was free at the 2025 fair.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam is home to a long-running school craft fair.
Archbishop Carney Christmas Craft Fair
The Carney Christmas Craft Fair is held at Archbishop Carney Regional Secondary School, 1335 Dominion Avenue, in Port Coquitlam. It runs Saturday, Nov 14, from 10 am to 4 pm and Sunday, Nov 15, from 10 am to 3 pm.
The school has organized craft fairs for years, and the 2026 vendor lineup is posted on its site. Admission is charged at the door, with details on the school page.
Terry Fox Secondary Craft Fair
The Terry Fox Secondary Craft Fair is a one-day school fair on Saturday, Nov 7, from 10 am to 4 pm at Terry Fox Secondary School, 1260 Riverwood Gate, in Port Coquitlam.
Local vendors fill the school with handmade gifts and holiday goods. It is an early-season stop, a week before the Archbishop Carney fair in the same city.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Coquitlam
Coquitlam has five holiday markets this season, from an artisan shop that runs for five weeks to evening markets by Lafarge Lake. See our Coquitlam guide for more to do nearby.
Winter Market at Glen Pine Pavilion
The Winter Market at Glen Pine Pavilion runs Friday, Nov 13, from 4 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, Nov 14, from 9 am to 3 pm at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Court, in Coquitlam.
Local makers and small businesses sell handmade gifts and holiday goods at the community pavilion. Check the City of Coquitlam listings for the vendor list and current details.
Place des Arts Holiday Artisan Shop
The Place des Arts Holiday Artisan Shop runs Nov 14 to Dec 17 at Place des Arts, 1120 Brunette Avenue, in Coquitlam. The shop is open 9 am to 9 pm.
The artisan shop sells handmade work from local artists for five weeks, so it is the longest-running shopping stop on this list. It is a good place for original art, pottery and jewellery.
Oakdale Christmas Craft Fair
The Oakdale Christmas Craft Fair is on Saturday, Nov 21, at Greater Heights Learning Academy, 550 Thompson Avenue, in Coquitlam. Admission is free.
Local vendors sell handmade crafts and festive gifts through the school. It is a small neighbourhood fair that pairs well with the Glen Pine and Place des Arts stops the same weekend.
Coquitlam Christmas Night Market
The Coquitlam Christmas Night Market is an evening artisan market beside Lafarge Lake, in Coquitlam. In 2026 it runs Sunday, Nov 29, and Friday and Saturday, Dec 11 and 12.
The market has local artisan and food vendors under the lights by the lake. Check the City of Coquitlam event listings for hours and current details.
Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair
The Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair runs Dec 4 to 6 at Poirier Forum, 618 Poirier Street, in Coquitlam. Hours are Friday 3 pm to 9 pm, Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday 10 am to 4 pm.
The fair has local makers and holiday vendors through the Poirier Forum. It is the last big Coquitlam fair of the season and pairs well with the Christmas Night Market the following weekend.
Christmas Craft Fairs in New Westminster
New Westminster has an outdoor market beside City Hall.
New Westminster Holiday Market
This outdoor holiday market is held in front of New Westminster City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, on Dec 12 and 13. Time TBA.
It is run by the New Westminster Farmers Market and features local artisan and food vendors, with free entry listed for 2026.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Chilliwack
Chilliwack is a drive east into the Fraser Valley, outside Metro Vancouver. See our Chilliwack guide.
Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market
The Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market is a Fraser Valley favourite at Chilliwack Heritage Park, 44140 Luckakuck Way, just east of Abbotsford. Hours are Friday, Nov 20, 2 pm to 8 pm, Saturday, Nov 21, 10 am to 6 pm, and Sunday, Nov 22, 10 am to 4 pm.
It is the biggest annual fundraiser for the Chilliwack Community Arts Council and is now in its 51st season, with hundreds of artisans in recent years. It is a good pairing with a day in Chilliwack. See the organizer site for admission details.
Chilliwack Grand Festive Market
The Chilliwack Grand Festive Market is another Local Harmony Markets event, on Saturday, Nov 28, starting at 10 am at the Chilliwack Landing Sports Centre.
It is a good second stop after the Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market the weekend before. See the organizer page for admission and vendor details.
Christmas Craft Fairs in Vancouver FAQ
When do Christmas craft fairs in Vancouver start?
The first fair on this list is the Delta Potters Christmas Sale in Tsawwassen on Nov 6 to 8, followed by the Made in the 604 market at the Pipe Shop in North Vancouver on Nov 7 to 8 and the STA Christmas Craft Fair on Nov 8. Fairs continue through the season, with the Lonsdale Quay series running to Dec 23 and Christmas in the Village in Fort Langley on Dec 18 to 20.
Which is the biggest Christmas craft fair in Vancouver?
The Circle Craft Holiday Market is the largest on this list, with more than 315 Canadian artisans at Vancouver Convention Centre West. Make It Vancouver at the PNE Forum and the Chilliwack Christmas Craft Market also draw hundreds of makers.
Which Christmas craft fairs are free or by donation?
The Steveston, Musqueam and Tsleil-Waututh craft fairs are by donation. The Shipyards Christmas Market, the Cloverdale Grand Christmas Market, the Made in the 604 market at Heritage Hall, the South Arm fair, the iMade pop-up in Fort Langley, the Delta Potters Christmas Sale, the Oakdale Christmas Craft Fair, the Heart to Home Holiday Market, the Surrey Tree Lighting Festival and Holiday Market, the Gilmore Place Christmas Market and the St. Alban's Christmas Market are listed as free. Always check the official site before you go, since details can change.
Which craft fairs are best for kids?
The Nikkei Craft Fair has kids activities and Japanese food. Children 12 and under are free at the Circle Craft Holiday Market and the Portobello West Holiday Market. The outdoor Shipyards Christmas Market is also free to enter, so it is an easy choice for families.
Do I need tickets for Christmas craft fairs?
Tickets are required for the Circle Craft Holiday Market, the Nikkei Craft Fair, the Portobello West Holiday Market and Make It Vancouver, and Got Craft sells tickets through its website. Several others are free or by donation, and the rest charge admission at the organizer's discretion. Follow the links in each section for current prices and ticket pages.
What is the difference between a craft fair and a Christmas market?
A craft fair focuses on handmade goods from makers, often selected by a jury or organizer. A Christmas market usually adds food, lights and entertainment. Our Christmas markets guide covers the larger general markets in Metro Vancouver.
Looking for bigger general markets with food, lights and rides? Read our Christmas markets in Vancouver guide, including the Vancouver Christmas Market, and browse the full festivals and events hub for more seasonal events.
