A European style Christmas market is coming back to downtown Toronto. The Ritz-Carlton Curated Holiday Market returns from November 5 to December 30, 2026, on the EPOCH Patio at 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto. Admission is free, and the open air market pairs seasonal food and drinks with artisan and specialty vendors, a giant snow globe for photos, and Santa on Sundays from November 29 to December 20.
Free Entry
Ritz-Carlton Curated Holiday Market, November 5 to December 30
Open air on the EPOCH Patio, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto. Monday to Saturday 4 to 10 pm, Sunday noon to 5 pm. Free admission. Food, drinks, and retail are available for purchase. Santa on Sundays November 29 to December 20, 1 to 4 pm.
What makes it special
The setting is the draw. Inspired by traditional European holiday markets, this open air experience turns EPOCH’s Winter Patio into a festive gathering place filled with twinkling lights, seasonal flavours, holiday gifting, and memorable moments. It is a market, not a mall: a thoughtfully curated collection of local artisans and specialty vendors, with festive culinary offerings, seasonal sweets, and handcrafted holiday beverages to enjoy as you browse.
The photo moment is hard to miss. A signature giant snow globe offers a place to capture the spirit of the season with family and friends, and the market is designed for that kind of shared moment: lights, warm drinks, and gifts made by the people selling them. Because admission is free, the market works as a low pressure holiday outing, whether you come to shop, to snack, or simply to walk through the lights.
What to expect
Expect a walk through, outdoor market that rewards a slow pace. Browse artisan and specialty vendors, savour festive food and drinks, and look for holiday gifts, decor, and seasonal treats. Food and beverages, retail items, and select experiences are available for purchase, while admission itself is complimentary. Dress warmly, since the market takes place outdoors on the EPOCH Patio.
Families will want to plan around Santa. Santa visits on Sundays from November 29 to December 20, from 1 to 4 pm, giving little ones a festive tradition in the heart of the market. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability, and reservations are recommended, particularly during peak periods, since a reservation guarantees access to the Holiday Market. Standing areas are available on a first come, first served basis.
Practical details
The Ritz-Carlton Curated Holiday Market runs from November 5 to December 30, 2026, on the EPOCH Patio at EPOCH Bar and Kitchen Terrace, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto. Hours are Monday to Saturday 4 to 10 pm and Sunday noon to 5 pm. Admission is free. Food and drinks and retail are available for purchase. Santa visits on Sundays from November 29 to December 20, 1 to 4 pm. Walk-ins are welcome, subject to availability, and reservations are recommended, particularly during peak periods.
Note the market hours, not the restaurant hours at the bottom of the official page, which run later. The official page does not list individual vendors or prices for each item, so check epochtoronto.com/holidays before you go for the latest details. Outside food and beverages are not permitted at the market, and promotions and vouchers are not valid for Holiday Market purchases unless otherwise specified.
Who it is for
This is for friends looking for a festive, free entry night out, for families who want Santa and a snow globe photo without a ticket price, and for gift hunters who prefer artisan and specialty vendors to big box aisles. It is also a good pick for a date or a downtown stroll: arrive a little hungry, browse the stalls, warm up with a seasonal drink, and let the lights do the rest. If you love European style Christmas markets, this is one of the most polished versions in Toronto, running for almost eight weeks.