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Dec. 6 to 8
Aurora Christmas Market: Aurora's Christmas Market will be returning to town this year, but for the first time in the newly opened Town Square from 5 to 9 p.m. The event will feature hands-on workshops and activities, fantastic seasonal vendors and food vendors. More information can be found online.
Saturday, Dec. 7
Old Fashioned Christmas Craft Show: The Grandparent Connection presents its ninth annual Christmas craft show. The show features over 70 local crafters and artisans, prizes, live performances a Christmas cafe and more. The show will also have a display by Routes Connecting Communities. The show will run at the Newmarket Community Centre at 200 Doug Duncan Dr. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fireside Munsch: A Very Merry Munsch-mas: M. John Kennedy performs four of famed children's author Robert Munsch’s classic stories (I Have to Go, Thomas’ Snowsuit, Finding Christmas, and Sounds Like Christmas), combining them into one "wacky storytelling play," according to the Aurora Cultural Centre. The show is on at 2 p.m. at Aurora Town Square, located at 50 Victoria St. Tickets are $25, with family packs available. More information can be found online.
The Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir Christmas Concert: The choir is coming to Bethel Community Church at 333 Davis Dr. in Newmarket. Proceeds will go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmothers to Grandmothers Campaign. Tickets are $30. A marketplace will open at the church at 2 p.m. with the concert starting at 3 p.m. More information is available at Ticketscene.ca, or phone Pat Parker 905-715 2570, or email [email protected]
Stouffville Santa Claus Parade: Stouffville's annual parade will travel down Main Street, starting at 6 p.m. at Ninth Line and heading east on Main Street all the way to Park Drive. Elves will be collecting letters to Santa along the route.
Dec. 7 to Jan. 4
Holiday Night of Lights: A massive light show is arriving at Upper Canada Mall. Go through a walkway with more than 1.5 million LED lights, featuring food, carnival rides and more. Runs every weekend starting from 5 p.m. Adult tickets $20.99, more information at nightsoflights.ca.
Sunday, Dec. 8
The Music of A Charlie Brown Christmas: Theatre Aurora is putting on this heartwarming performance of featuring a selection of songs from A Charlie Brown Christmas at 2 p.m. at 150 Henderson Dr. Buy tickets here.
Saturday, Dec. 14
Christmas Market Happy Santa: Sunny Events and Arts is hosting a market at the Newmarket Public Library. Featuring unique gifts, treats, vendors and workshops from talents artist. Runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with music and a mini-disco at 2:30 p.m.
Dec. 14 and 15
The Artisans' Holiday Show and Sale: The annual event is a celebration of Canadian handmade art and craftsmanship, offering a unique selection of works from talented artisans and creators for holiday gifts on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford St., Newmarket.
Sunday, Dec. 15
Holiday Centrepiece Workshop: Old Flame Brewery is hosting the workshop at 140 Main St S with Perennial Petals. This in-person event will guide you through creating stunning centrepieces for your holiday celebrations.. Get into the holiday spirit and add a personal touch to your table decorations this season. Create your own evergreen centrepiece or mantle piece. They will guide you through the steps so you get to take home a unique piece you can admire until well after the holidays. Tickets $73.
Babes Who Brunch: Holiday Edition: EventMrkt is hosting a holiday-themed twist on its special event series, with dishes, cocktails, live entertainment, professional photo-ops and more. Works for families or just gals getting together for a brunch date. Tickets $85.15 for adults after tax, $39.30 for children, with two sweating times, 10 a.m. for family-friendly, 2 p.m. for 19+ only.
Tuesday, Dec. 17
Brownman's Holiday Madness: International acclaimed jazz trumpet player Brownman Ali will be performing his annual jazz concert at Old Flame Brewing from 7 to 10 p.m. Featuring unique versions of classic holiday tunes, played by top Toronto jazz musicians. Tickets $17.
Fridays and Saturdays until Dec. 21
Niemi Scandinavian Christmas Market: Niemi Family Farm offers a Christmas market every Friday and Saturday until Dec. 21. The market in Mount Albert will feature local vendors, bakery, gift shop, Santa meet and greet, Christmas trees, a Christmas train and more. The market is at 18463 Highway 48 and runs every Friday and Saturday from noon to 8 p.m.
