2025 Christmas Craft Fairs – Mid Island

Your Guide to Vancouver Island Craft Fairs 2025

Start making that list and checking it twice. The beginning of November correlates with the start of many local Christmas Craft Fairs. You'll have plenty of opportunities to shop locally in November and December. Read below for a comprehensive list of holiday fairs and markets found in the Mid-Vancouver Island area.

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Once Upon a Craft Fair

Location: Beban Park Social Centre – 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo

• Friday, November 7 – 12:00 – 7:00 pm
• Saturday, November 8 – 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Sunday, November 9 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

This event is Nanaimo's earliest Christmas craft fair. This year, Nanaimo Professional and Once Upon a Craft Fair are joining forces to bring you a spectacular craft fair for 2025. You will also have a chance to win hourly door prizes, and there will be fun activities for the kids.

For more information, including details on the vendors to expect, visit the Once Upon a Craft Fair website.

Christmas in the Valley

Location: Alberni Athletic Hall – 3727 Roger Street, Port Alberni

• Friday, November 7, from 3:00 – 7:00 pm
• Saturday, November 8, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Sunday, November 9, from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The Alberni Valley Craft Fair Association is hosting its 52nd annual Christmas Craft Fair this November.

This is the oldest and largest fair hosted in Port Alberni.

Free admission and wheelchair accessible.

For up-to-date info, please visit the Alberni Craft Fair on Facebook.

Knox “Perfect Gift” Christmas Craft Fair

Location: Knox United Church – 345 Pym Street, Parksville

When: Saturday, November 8, from 9:30 – 3:30

For many, this fair has become a highly anticipated event in Oceanside and is a sign that Christmas festivities are underway. Get an early start on your Christmas shopping as you browse through four rooms filled with 75 talented local crafters and entrepreneurs. You're bound to find that “Perfect Gift” for the holiday season.

The fair also offers Festive Music, a BBQ lunch, and home baking.

Free Admission

Please be aware that there are various parking restrictions in the church neighbourhood. At past events, cars have been ticketed when parked too close to residents' driveways, in the No Parking zones, on bicycle routes, by fire hydrants, and at bus stops.

Please bring your shopping bags when possible. Knox also strives to present a scent-free facility. Your cooperation is most appreciated for the comfort of all.

Cedar Christmas Market

Location: Woodbank School – 1984 Woobank Road, Cedar

Date: Sunday, November 9, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

Head to this market for a festive celebration that blends the best of a Christmas market, farmers market, and artisan fair—all in one!

Enjoy all your favourite farm-fresh produce, delicious food from our regular vendors, and tasty treats from food trucks. Discover unique, locally handcrafted Christmas gifts from additional artists, especially joining this event.

Don’t miss out on free self-serve photos with Santa!

Free admission—everyone is welcome!

Christmas Chaos Arts & Crafts Market

Location: Cowichan Community Centre – 2687 James St, Duncan

• Thursday, November 13, from 12:00  – 7:00 pm
• Friday, November 14, from 12:00 – 8:00 pm
• Saturday, November 15, from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Sunday, November 16, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Celebrate 45 years of handcrafted items in this exciting Christmas Artisan Market. With over 120 vendors, Santa’s Workshop, food trucks, entertainment, and raffles, there’s sure to be something for everyone.

This year promises to be another great event with familiar favourites as well as many new vendors. Shoppers will find a wide range of unique products, including home décor, specialty foods, baked goods, pottery and art, fabric and fibre designs, clothing, jewelry, beauty and body care products, local wine and spirits, and of course, holiday decorations.

The festive and friendly atmosphere at Christmas Chaos is a great kick-off to the holiday season.

Free admission and wheelchair accessible.
For more info, contact: call 250-748-7529 or visit cvrd.ca

South Wellington Country Christmas Craft Sale

Location: South Wellington Cranberry Fire Hall Gym – 1555 Morden Road

When: Saturday, November 15, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Head to south Nanaimo (approximately 1 km south of the Duke Point ferry exit) for a day of shopping and to support local crafters! This country craft fair is the perfect spot to find that unique gift for your loved ones.

A country lunch and concession are also available

Lighthouse Christmas Market

Location: Lighthouse Community Centre – 240 Lions Way, Qualicum Bay

Dates: Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16 – 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Enjoy 40+ vendors, free draws for gift baskets, and Rizalina's Food Truck.

Campbell River Christmas Market

Location: St. Peter Anglican Church – 228 S. Dogwood Street

• Saturday, November 15, from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Make this Christmas Market your destination for the finest in local art and unique, heartfelt gifts. Your presence will support local artists and fill your holiday season with joy, meaning, and community spirit.

This is more than just a market; it's an opportunity to connect with the heart and soul of Campbell River. Join them in celebrating the artistry and creativity that make this town special.

Cumberland Winterfaire

Location: Check-in at the Cumberland Museum & Archives, 2680 Dunsmuir Street.

When: November 15 & 16, from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Support local artisans and gifted makers at the Cumberland Museum & Archives Winterfaire. This event celebrates the tradition of handmade goods, homemade food, and festival music for over two days at two locations in the heart of downtown Cumberland.

Winterfaire provides an excellent opportunity to buy one-of-a-kind holiday gifts directly from local artists and makers while supporting a charitable organization.

Admission is by donation, with a suggested price of $5, and all funds raised support the work of the Cumberland Museum & Archives.

Check in at the Museum on the day of the event.  You will be given a weekend wristband to enter both locations (so keep it on and you won’t be asked to donate again), plus entry ballots for fun and unique door prizes!

Mistletoe Market

Location: The Harbour Quay – 7-5440 Argyle Street, Port Alberni

Dates: Every Tuesday to Saturday starting on November 18.

Artists and artisans from across the Alberni Valley participate in this market. You can find amazing stocking stuffers and gifts, all while supporting locals.

Moonlight Madness

Location: Qualicum Beach (downtown)

When: Thursday, November 20, from 3:00 – 9:00 pm

Kick off the holiday season at Moonlight Madness! Enjoy shopping, live music, family entertainment, and special promotions. Businesses stay open late and decorate festively. Don’t miss the Golden Ticket draw with 12 winners announced the next morning.

Yellow Point Country Christmas Tour

Location: Various locations around Cedar and Yellow Point

• Thursday, November 20 – Sunday, November 23
• Thursday, November 27 – Sunday, November 30
• All locations open 10 am – 5 pm

A variety of amazing artisans and farms will be waiting to help you celebrate the Christmas season on this self-guided tour. As you drive around the area, look for the Cedar Yellow Point Artisan tour logo. Please visit the Cedar Yellow Point Artisans website for more information and a downloadable map and brochure.

This is a self-guided tour, so there is no admission.

Comox Winter Market & Tree Lighting

Location: Downtown Comox: The event occurs at Town Circle and on Comox Ave between Port Augusta St and Nordin St.

When: Friday, November 21, from 3:00 – 7:00 pm

Coinciding with the annual Mayor Tree Lighting evening of events, don't miss this winter market!

• Local Merchants are open until 7:00 pm
• Shop from vendors
• Photos with Santa
• The mayor lights the Christmas Tree at 5:15 pm.
• Entertainment

Winterfest

Location: Qualicum Beach Civic Centre – 747 Jones Street, Qualicum Beach

• Friday, November 21, from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Saturday, November 22, from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
• Sunday, November 23, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Qualicum's Winterfest Craft Fair is a Celtic-themed event full of live entertainment and a local artist showcase.

This fair offers artisans who produce a wide range of high-quality products, from clothing and jewelry to art, clay and metal works, home decor, toys, children's fashion, gourmet delicacies, and gifts. The organizers have added a dining area in front of the stage, so you can refuel to local musical entertainment without leaving the venue.

A portion of your entrance fee goes to local community groups.

Visit the Winterfest website for more information.

A Handmade Christmas Market

Location: Beban Park Social Centre – 2300 Bowen Road, Nanaimo

• Friday, November 21 – 2:00 to 8:00 pm
• Saturday, November 22 – 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Sunday, November 23 – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

This 100% Canadian, handmade market combines holiday magic and shoppers' surprises. It is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the Canadian spirit where one-of-a-kind gifts, hourly prize draws, daily door prizes and other delightful surprises await you. This includes visits with Santa, so make sure to bring your camera!

Visit A Handmade Christmas for more information.

Christmas Bazaar

Location: Parksville Community Centre (223 Mills St, Parksville)

When: Saturday, November 22, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm

• Visit with Santa
• Face painting for the kiddies
• Bake Sale
• Full House of Vendors
• Artisans
• Woodworking
• Art Cards
• Chocolates
• Jewelry
• And so much more!

Geeky Christmas Market

Location: Florence Filberg Centre – 411 Anderton Ave, Courtenay

When: Saturday, November 22, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm

If you are looking for something special for your favourite Geek, look no further than the Christmas Geek Market. The Comox Valley Geek Society has assembled this unique market with vendors related to some form of Geek. It’s a flea market with all things geeky, including board games, clothing, vintage geek items, Dungeons & Dragons items, homemade toys, apparel, and more.

You can even get a picture with a Darth Vader with a Santa hat with a donation.

Christmas at Filberg Market

Location: Filberg Park, Comox

When: Saturday, November 22, from 3:00–7:00 pm

The Kick-Off evening features Santa’s visit, artisan vendors at the Outdoor Winter Market, warm food and drinks for purchase, kids’ crafts, live entertainment, and the Filberg Gift Shop open for holiday shopping.

📸 Photos with Santa (5 pm – 7 pm) can be taken using your own phone at no cost, or you may choose to purchase professional photos from our on-site photographer for $10, cash only.

✨ Entry is by donation, with proceeds supporting the ongoing restoration and maintenance of Filberg Lodge and Park.

After the Kick-Off, the Park will remain open nightly until December 31 to enjoy the beautiful Christmas light displays — free of charge!

Carols Crafters Fair

Location: North Oyster Community Centre, 13467 Cedar Road, Ladysmith

Dates: Saturday, November 22, to Sunday, November 23, open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm each day.

Over 40 vendors will showcase their hand-crafted, locally-made Artisan Crafts.

Coffee and tea will be available, and tasty hot food will be fresh from the kitchen. The location is wheelchair friendly. Admission is free.

For more information, please visit their website.

Winter Vendor Market

Location: Superior Farms – 7995 Superior Rd, Lantzville

Date: Saturday, November 22 & Sunday, November 23 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Kick off the holiday season at the Winter Vendor Market, a festive weekend filled with local shopping, holiday magic, and farmyard fun! Browse unique goods from Vancouver Island “Makers” while enjoying food from Taco Papi and Jack’s Grilled Cheese. Warm up with a drink from the bar—hot chocolate, coffee, cold beverages, and other delicious warm beverages.

​On Saturday, November 22, the Festive Brass Band will perform at 2:00 PM, and Santa Claus will be on site. On Sunday, November 23, meet Mrs. Claus along with Santa.

Fanny Bay Christmas Market

Location: Fanny Bay Community Hall – 7793 Island Highway South

• Saturday, November 22, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
• Sunday, November 23, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

A long-standing tradition, this annual Christmas market features over 30 makers, from edibles to eclectic art, and a large quilt display and sale.

Admission is free, and there's a concession with the tastiest scones ever!

Other markets in the area on the same weekend are at Union Bay and Qualicum Bay, so you can easily make a day of it!

Christmas Craft Fair & Luncheon

Location: Union Bay Community Club, 5401 South Island Highway, Union Bay

Date: Sunday, November 23, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Christmas is just around the corner! Load up on baked goodies, homemade crafts, and so much more.

Christmas Market at Crown Isle

Where: Crown Isle Golf Course (399 Clubhouse Drive, Courtenay)

When: Sunday, November 23, from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Get your holiday shopping done with local artisans and vendors at the Crown Isle Christmas Market! The many vendors are spread out through the Silver and Copper rooms upstairs and the Ballroom on the main level.

Ladysmith Christmas Craft Fair

Location: Aggie Hall (1110 First Ave)

When: Thursday, November 27, starting @ 3:00 pm and ending right after the fireworks (approximately 9:00 pm)

Coinciding with the famous Ladysmith Festival of Lights, the Christmas Craft Fair is not to be missed! It's a full afternoon/evening of everything Christmas!

• 3 pm: Christmas Craft Fair @ Aggie Hall opens
• 4 pm: Street entertainment and concessions
• 4:30 to 6:15 pm: Stage Entertainment
• 6:30 pm: Santa arrives – lights are turned on!
• 6:45 pm: Light Up parade starts from 1st Avenue to Aggie Hall
• 9:00 pm (approximate) – Fireworks

Deck the Hall Christmas Market

Location: Cowichan Exhibition Centre – 7380 Trans Canada Hwy, Duncan

• Friday, November 28, from noon to 6:00 pm
• Saturday, November 29, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
• Sunday, November 30, from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The annual “Deck the Hall” Christmas Market welcomes over 120 artisans from all over Vancouver Island and is the perfect opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done while supporting local businesses. From jewelry, textiles and accessories to hand-crafted wooden signs, pottery and food items, there is something for everyone on your list, even your pet. 

Admission to Deck the Hall is free, and a concession is on-site. Be sure to enjoy some tunes by local musicians to get you into the holiday spirit, and don't forget to enter the draw for a door prize. It's an event you won't want to miss!

Nanaimo Christmas Village

Location: Cavallotti Lodge – 2164 E Wellington Rd, Nanaimo

• Friday, November 28: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Saturday, November 29: 10:00 am–5:00 pm
• Sunday, November 30: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Join the Nanaimo Christmas Village to ring in the Christmas season and cross the first things off your shopping list.

• Free parking & entry by donation (optional donation to The Great Nanaimo Toy Drive)
• More vendors make Christmas shopping extra fun
• Traditional German food to indulge in while you shop

Grinchmas Winter Wonderland Market

Location: 132 Jensen Avenue, Parksville

Date: Saturday, November 29, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Looking for festive cheer? Head to the Whoville Winter Wonderland! Grinch fans will enjoy this Dr. Seuss-themed market, where delectable bites and more than 50 vendors await.

Youbou Christmas Craft Fair

Location: Youbou Community Hall (8550 Hemlock Street)

When: Saturday, November 29, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

For handmade gifts and festive treats, head to Youbou! Wrap up your Christmas shopping at their annual craft fair. Lots of handmade goods, as well as home party show items.

The YCA is serving breakfast, lunch, and beverages to stoke your browsing energy.

St. Mark's Christmas Bazaar

Location: Church Hall – 138 Hoylake Rd. W, Qualicum Beach (please use upper and lower parking lots and enter off Hoylake).

Dates: Saturday, November 29, from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Don't miss St. Mark Anglican's Christmas Bazaar! Pick up delicious Christmas baking and preserves to impress your friends. Check out the handcrafted gifts, books, curios and treasures, gift bags and those ever-so-mysterious mystery bottles.

Refreshments will be served, so bring your friends and enjoy a muffin and a cup of tea. 

St. Anne & St. Edmunds Christmas Bazaar

Location: St. Edmunds Church Hall – 407 Wembley Road, Parksville

Date: Saturday, November 29, from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm

The decorations are up, the baking is ready, and the vendors are set!

Find treasures and goodies for everyone on your list, and be sure to stop and get one of their famous Christmas Cakes, which will be back this year.

There will be baking, Christmas Cakes, and crafts, plus 14 local vendors on site ready to sell you unique gifts for friends, family, neighbours, and more!

Black Creek Winter Market

Location: Black Creek Community Centre – 2001 Black Creek Road

When: Saturday, December 6, from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Join the Black Creek community this holiday season for your holiday shopping. The rustic country setting provides a cozy and relaxed atmosphere as you hunt for the perfect gifts for your loved ones.

Coombs Country Christmas Market

Location: Bradley Centre – 975 Shearme Road, Coombs

Date: Saturday, December 6 & Sunday, December 7, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm

Decorated with abundant greenery and twinkling lights, guests are invited to embrace the holiday spirit at Coombs Christmas Market. Explore the numerous vendor booths, grab a bite to eat, and stop by the photo booth for a festive keepsake.

Christmas Market & Walk of Lights

Location: Arbutus Meadows – 1515 Island Hwy E, Nanoose Bay

Dates: December 6, 13 & 20, from 4:00 – 8:00 pm

Head to Arbutus Meadows each Saturday in December for a magical Christmas event. Talented local vendors will be inside the festive indoor venue, and there will be live music and delicious food.

While there, visit the Lavender Shop for:

• Handmade from the farm's lavender products
• Espresso and specialty drinks
• Festive baked goods
• Home décor and more

Outside enjoy

• Festival of Lights Walk
• Bethlehem Village
• Live Nativity Scene
• Farm Animals
• Hay Wagon Rides
• Bonfires and S'mores
• Lego Winter Village Display
• Christmas Music

Mistletoe and Magic Handmade Market

Location: Beban Park Social Centre, Nanaimo

Dates:

• Friday, Dec. 12, from 2 – 8 pm
• Saturday, Dec 13, from 10 am – 5 pm
• Sunday, Dec 14, from 10 am – 4 pm

This 100% Canadian, handmade market is a place where holiday magic and shopper surprises come together. It is a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and the Canadian spirit where one-of-a-kind gifts, hourly prize draws, visits with Santa and other delightful surprises await you.

Gifts from the Heart Christmas Arts Market

Location: Aggie Hall – 1110 1st Ave, Ladysmith

Dates:  Saturday, Dec 13, from 11-5 pm, Sunday, Dec 14, from 10-4 pm

Discover the magic of the season at the Gifts from the Heart Christmas Arts Market, a local community event in Ladysmith that is a one-stop shop for all your holiday gift needs.

• Unique handcrafted items from talented local artisans
• Over 60 Local Vendors, CinnaCrum Bakery inside, Antioch Mediterranean Food Truck outside!

​Treat yourself or a loved one to a truly special gift this year. The Gifts from the Heart Christmas Arts Market is the perfect place to find that unique, heartfelt present that will make anyone's holiday extra merry and bright. Experience the joy of supporting local creators and celebrating the most wonderful time of the year.