Toronto Botanical Garden + For the Love of Markets
Kick off the holidays at the Toronto Botanical Garden’s annual Holiday EcoMarket. Discover unique, nature-inspired gifts, shop from more than 100 local and planet-friendly vendors, and find beautiful ways to bring a little more greenery into your home. With new vendors joining us each weekend, there’s always something fresh to discover.
Enjoy a relaxed, festive shopping experience rooted in sustainability and community. Bring your reusable shopping bag or travel mug, and make a day of it with seasonal activities, garden-inspired finds and cozy moments at the Garden.
Admission is free.
Weekend #1: November 20 to 22, 2026
Weekend #2: December 18 to 20, 2026
Hours: Friday, 2 to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday,10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Highlights
Planet-friendly Vendors
Discover more than 100 local vendors offering planet-friendly finds and botanically inspired gifts. From handcrafted treasures and nature-inspired creations to thoughtful, sustainable products, there’s something special for everyone on your list. Explore the marketplace throughout the Visitor Centre and outdoor courtyards, supporting local makers and a greener holiday season.
Gifts the Grow
Browse our curated selection of garden-inspired gifts for the plant lovers on your list, from beautiful home décor and works by local artists to fresh seasonal greens to decorate your doorstep. Browse our selection of paperwhite and amaryllis bulbs, ready for gifting and growing to add natural beauty to your home throughout the season. Gift memberships and gift cards are also available in the shop.
Relax, Recharge & Refuel
Take a break from exploring the marketplace and recharge with a delicious local bite in our second-floor food court. With comfortable indoor seating, it’s the perfect spot to relax, take a seat, savour the moment and enjoy the holiday season at the Garden.
Enjoy the Outdoors
Step outside, gather around the bonfire and warm up under a cozy blanket. Pick up complimentary marshmallows from the Children’s Centre and enjoy a little fireside fun with family and friends. It’s the perfect way to experience the simple joys of the season.
New: Wrap it Sustainably
Make your holiday gifts a little greener! Visit our Sustainable Wrapping Station to give your gifts a beautiful, eco-friendly finish using thoughtful, planet-friendly materials.
The station is Pay What You Can (PWYC), with donations supports the Garden.
Words Inspired by Nature
Pause, reflect and find inspiration in the natural world through a free plant poetry session led by horticulturist, birder and writer Sasan Beni. These engaging and personalized sessions invite you to explore the connections between plants, poetry and the beauty of the garden.
Free to attend. Fridays at 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
in the Weston Family Library
Free Family Fun
Bring the kids on the weekend for free drop-in, winter-themed crafting. You can also pick up free marshmallows to roast over the outdoor firepit.
Free, Drop-in Activities
Saturday & Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
in the Children’s Centre
Community Eco-Art Project
Bring a friend or come solo and make new ones at as part of our Roots and Threads community art project lead by members of the Woman’s Art Association of Canada.
Free Drop-in workshops
Saturday & Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m.
Explore printmaking, lettering, boro mending and textile arts in the Weston Family Library
Insider Tip:
TBG Members enjoy early access to the market on Friday from noon to 2 p.m., free parking all year long, and exclusive entry to our VIP Member Lounge—a cozy retreat to relax, refresh and enjoy a few extra perks. Not a member yet? This is the perfect time to join!
Interested in becoming a vendor?
The Toronto Botanical Garden Holiday Market is hosted in partnership with For the Love of Markets.
Catch a glimpse of the festive fun from our 2024 Holiday Market with this video by local YouTubers Toronto Our City.
For directions to the Toronto Botanical Garden click here.
For parking information click here.
2023 Photo Album. Click here to see highlights.
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