Are you looking for a headstart on your holiday gift shopping? Or perhaps you are feeling some cabin fever and want to get out in the world and DO something – anything! Shop local and see what creative crafts are available this year. Browse a market or two for some gift ideas for men, women, and children. This is also a great time to pick up your unique stocking stuffers and find that top Christmas gift that will make everyone smile.
Luckily, the Greater Victoria area has several craft fairs and markets that will boost your holiday spirit and end the year on a high note. If you are looking for some fun, local artisan markets to attend solo or with friends and family, then you are in the right place! Our list of Christmas craft fairs in Victoria is the perfect start for your holiday gift guide. Many of these events are Christmas-themed, but there are some general markets and craft fairs in the mix, too.
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NOVEMBER 2022 MARKETS
FIRST CHANCE CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW
When: Sat, Nov 5 (10am to 5pm) – Sun, Nov 6 (10am to 4pm)
Where: Mary Winspear Centre (2243 Beacon Ave, Sidney, BC)
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WINTER CRAFT MARKET
When: Sat, Nov 5, 10:00 a.m.
Where: North Douglas Church (675 Jolly Pl, Victoria, BC)
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SPECTRUM MUSIC PROGRAM’S 4TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS MARKET
When: Sat, Nov 5 – Sun, Nov 6 (10am to 4pm)
Where: Spectrum Community School (957 Burnside Rd W, Victoria, BC)
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CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR AND ARTISANS MARKET
When: Nov 5 – Nov 6 (10am to 4pm)
Where: Sooke Community Hall (2037 Shields Rd, Sooke, BC)
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FALL FLING AT THE BAY CENTRE HOSTED BY MARKET COLLECTIVE
When: Sun, Nov 6, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Where: The Bay Centre (1150 Douglas St #225, 5325 Cordova Bay Rd #115, Victoria, BC)
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CREATIVE CRAFT FAIR
When: Fri, Nov 11, 12:00–8:00 p.m.
Where: G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre (3100 Tillicum Rd, Victoria, BC)
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NOMAD HOLIDAY MARKET
When: Fri, Nov 11, 4:00–8:00 p.m.
Where: Songhees Wellness Centre (1100 Admirals Rd, Victoria, BC)
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CALICO CHRISTMAS MARKET
When: Sat, Nov 12 –Sun, Nov 13 (10am to 5pm)
Where: Spectrum Community School (957 Burnside Rd W, Victoria, BC)
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44TH ANNUAL CREATIVE CRAFT FAIR
When: Nov 11 – Nov 13
Where: G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre
3100 Tillicum Rd, Victoria, BC
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1ST ANNUAL CHRISTMAS ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
When: Fri, Nov 18, 1:00–6:00 p.m.
Where: St Paul’s United Church (2410 Malaview Ave, Sidney, BC)
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VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR 2022
When: Sat, Nov 19 (10am to 5pm) and Sun, Nov 20 (10am to 4pm)
Where: Saanich Commonwealth Place (4636 Elk Lake Dr, Victoria, BC)
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MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS ARTISAN MARKET
When: Nov 19 (10am to 4pm) – Nov 20 (10am to 4pm)
Where: Eagle Ridge Community Centre (1089 Langford Pkwy, Victoria, BC)
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HANDMADE VILLAGE CRAFT MARKET
When: Sat, Nov 19 (10am to 4pm)
Where: North Douglas Church (675 Jolly Pl, Victoria, BC)
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OUT OF HAND MODERN MARKET
When: Fri, Nov 25–Sun, Nov 27 (10am to 8pm)
Where: Victoria Conference Centre – Crystal Garden (713 Douglas St, Victoria, BC)
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DONCASTER SCHOOL CRAFT FAIR
When: Sat, Nov 26 (10am to 3pm)
Where: 1525 Rowan St, Victoria, BC
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WISHART’S 27TH ANNUAL CRAFT AND GIFT FAIR
When: Sat, Nov 26, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Where: Wishart Elementary (3310 Wishart Rd, Victoria, BC)
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DECEMBER 2022 MARKETS
A TOUCH OF SALTSPRING CHRISTMAS SHOW
When: Dec 2 – Dec 4
Where: Saanich Fair Grounds 1528 Stellys Cross Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1S8
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NERDY DAYS OF CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR #9
When: Sat, Dec 3, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Where: Market Square (560 Johnson St, Victoria, BC)
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THE 41ST ANNUAL DICKENS FAIR
When: Sat, Dec 3, 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Where: James Bay Community Centre (2A9, 140 Oswego St, Victoria, BC)
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SOOKE WINTER MARKET 2022
When: Sat, Dec 3, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Where: Sooke Region Museum & Visitor Centre (2070 Phillips Rd, Sooke, BC)
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CHRISTMAS CRAFT AND ARTISANS MARKETS
When: Sat, Dec 10
Where: Sooke Community Hall (2037 Shields Rd, Sooke, BC
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