Published 2 November 2026 · By Jatin Dua, Broker of Record, RE/MAX Quantum Realty
My top five Mississauga holiday markets for 2026 are the Festival of Trees Holiday Market (4–6 and 11–13 December), the Merry Market (14 November), the Seasons Christmas Show (13–15 November), the Cranberry Christmas Market (12 December) and the ORC Christmas Market (22 November). Two are free and one is pay what you can.
This guide is for Mississauga families, newcomers and anyone who wants to shop local this holiday season. You get my five picks for the 2026–27 season, each with a date confirmed on the organizer’s or Visit Mississauga’s page, what it costs, and what each market tells you about the part of the city around it.
What are the best holiday markets in Mississauga for 2026?
My five picks are the Mississauga Festival of Trees Holiday Market, the Merry Market, the Seasons Christmas Show, the Cranberry Christmas Market and the ORC Christmas Market. I chose them for three reasons: each one has a 2026 date posted on an official page, together they cover the city from the lake to the airport, and they range from a free Sunday-morning sale to a ticketed three-day show.
I left out events whose 2026 details were not posted when I checked on 10 November 2026. I also left out the big Santa Claus Parade and Christmas in the Village in Streetsville from the top five, because I already covered both in my top events in Mississauga guide. You will find them in the “what else is on” section below.
| Market | 2026 dates | Where | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons Christmas Show | 13–15 Nov | The International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd | $19 adult; under 12 free |
| Merry Market | Sat 14 Nov | Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Rd E | $3 early bird, $5 general |
| ORC Christmas Market | Sun 22 Nov | Ontario Racquet Club, 884 Southdown Rd | Free |
| Festival of Trees Holiday Market | 4–6 and 11–13 Dec | Small Arms Inspection Building | Pay what you can |
| Cranberry Christmas Market | Sat 12 Dec | Mississauga Seniors’ Centre, 1389 Cawthra Rd | Free |
Source: Visit Mississauga event listings, CreativeHub1352 and Mississauga Arts Council pages, checked 10 November 2026. Prices and hours can change; confirm on the official page before you go.
1. Mississauga Festival of Trees Holiday Market
What it offers
This is the one I would plan a weekend around. The sixth annual Mississauga Festival of Trees fills the Small Arms Inspection Building in Lakeview with artist-made trees, lights, workshops and live music. The holiday market runs on two weekends and features more than 80 local artisan and food vendors.
The tree art exhibition is open every day from 4 to 13 December, so even if you miss a market day you can still see the installations. Workshops run through the same period and need to be booked ahead.
Practical notes
- Market hours: Friday 4 Dec, 5:30–8:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 5–6 Dec, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Friday 11 Dec, 5:30–8:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 12–13 Dec, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Cost: pay what you can. The organizer accepts cash and card donations.
- Address: 1352 Lakeshore Road East.
What it means for buyers and renters
The Small Arms building is a restored heritage site that the city now uses for markets, festivals and art. For anyone weighing a home in Lakeview, it is a good example of the community life that comes with the area. The neighbourhood is also changing fast as the old power plant lands are rebuilt; my guide to what is actually being built at Lakeview Village explains the plan.
2. Merry Market at the Small Arms Inspection Building
What it offers
The Merry Market is a one-day makers’ market run by hello happy hq, now in its seventh year. It brings a curated mix of makers and small businesses, plus workshops, coffee and local food. It is a good early-season trip if you like to finish gift shopping before December.
Practical notes
- Date and time: Saturday, 14 November 2026, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Tickets: $3 early bird or $5 general admission, through the ticket link on the Visit Mississauga listing.
- Parking is free. A food drive for The Compass Food Bank runs during the event.
What it means for buyers and renters
Two of my five picks share this one building, which tells you how much of Mississauga’s seasonal life sits along the eastern lakeshore. If you are comparing Lakeview with Port Credit or Mineola, spend a market day here and walk the area afterwards. You will learn more about the street than any listing photo can show.
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3. Seasons Christmas Show at The International Centre
What it offers
This is the big indoor show, now in its 21st year. Visit Mississauga describes holiday decor, gifts, gourmet treats and artisan goods, plus the Makeful Market of Canadian makers and crafters. Because it is held in a large exhibition hall, it works in any weather and suits a long browse with kids.
Practical notes
- Dates: Friday 13 November to Sunday 15 November 2026. The listing shows a 10 a.m. start on Friday and a 5 p.m. close on Sunday.
- Tickets: adults $19, seniors 65+ $16, youth 12–17 $12, children 11 and under free. General admission is half price ($9.50) on Friday after 4 p.m.
- Address: 6900 Airport Road, near Pearson airport.
What it means for buyers and renters
The International Centre sits beside Pearson airport in northeast Mississauga, a short drive from Brampton and Etobicoke, so the show draws shoppers from across the west GTA. If you work near the airport and want a shorter commute, the homes in Malton and nearby areas are worth a look on the same trip.
4. Cranberry Christmas Market
What it offers
Mississauga Arts Council runs the Cranberry Christmas Market as its yearly curated holiday sale of local artisans, makers and food vendors, with live music. For 2026 it moves to a new, larger home with more vendors and more parking, according to the council.
Practical notes
- Date and time: Saturday, 12 December 2026, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Where: Mississauga Seniors’ Centre, 1389 Cawthra Road, beside Carmen Corbasson Community Centre.
- Cost: free. Guests are asked to bring non-perishable food or hygiene items for The Compass Food Bank, and gift wrapping is offered by donation for Epilepsy South Central Ontario.
What it means for buyers and renters
This is a true community market: local makers, a charity partner and neighbours who know each other. Note that the venue has changed from previous years, so older articles may send you to the wrong place.
5. ORC Christmas Market
What it offers
The Ontario Racquet Club hosts its third annual Christmas Market with 45 local vendors selling handmade gifts and seasonal finds. It is open to everyone, and you do not need to be a club member.
Practical notes
- Date and time: Sunday, 22 November 2026, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- Address: 884 Southdown Road.
- Cost: free.
What it means for buyers and renters
Southdown Road runs through the Clarkson area in southwest Mississauga, close to the lake. A morning market here is an easy way to get a feel for the area before you book showings. My guide to Clarkson and Rattray Marsh lakefront homes covers the housing side.
What else is on in Mississauga this holiday season?
- Christmas in the Village, Streetsville: Friday 20 November (5–9 p.m., tree lighting at 7 p.m.) and Saturday 21 November (11 a.m.–7 p.m.). Free, with an artisan market of more than 30 local vendors, rides and photos with Santa.
- Mississauga Santa Claus Parade: Saturday 21 November at Celebration Square, with the tree lighting and the opening of the city’s largest outdoor rink.
- Sunday Antique Market: at the Small Arms Inspection Building on 15 and 29 November, with more than 80 vendors.
If you live on the Etobicoke side of the border, my guide to holiday markets in Toronto’s west end covers the One of a Kind show and other markets a short drive east.
If you only have one weekend, go to the Festival of Trees on a Friday evening, then come back on Saturday morning to walk Lakeview and the lakeshore. If you are house hunting, use market weekends to see a neighbourhood at its busiest, then visit again on a quiet weekday so you know both sides of the street before you make an offer.
What do homes cost in Mississauga going into 2027?
Holiday markets are a good excuse to explore, but most people who read my guides are also thinking about where to live. Here is the city-wide picture for the first ten months of 2026.
| Home type | Median sold price, Jan–Oct 2026 | Same period 2025 | Change | Avg days on market, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | $1,225,000 | $1,300,000 | -5.8% | 31 |
| Semi-detached | $885,000 | $955,000 | -7.3% | 26 |
| Freehold townhouse | $880,000 | $950,000 | -7.4% | 29 |
| Condo townhouse | $689,300 | $750,000 | -8.1% | 37 |
| Condo apartment | $485,000 | $535,000 | -9.3% | 42 |
Source: TRREB MLS data via REALM, January–October 2026 vs the same period of 2025. City of Mississauga, all neighbourhoods combined. Medians, not forecasts.
Every home type sold for less than a year earlier, and homes are taking longer to sell than in 2024, when detached homes averaged 22 days on market. For buyers, that means more choice and more room to negotiate. For sellers, it means pricing carefully from day one. My guide to how much a house is worth in Mississauga goes deeper.
Dates, hours and venues change, and the Cranberry market has already moved this year. Check the official page the day before you go. Some small markets prefer cash, so bring some just in case.
What to do next
- Pick one early market (Seasons or Merry Market in mid-November) and one December market (Festival of Trees or Cranberry) so you spread your shopping out.
- Book Merry Market early-bird tickets and any Festival of Trees workshops ahead of time.
- If you are thinking of moving, spend an hour walking the streets around the market you visit and note traffic, parking and noise.
- Use the estimator on this page to see what your current home might be worth before you start looking.
- Read my guide to buying a house in winter if you plan to shop for a home over the holidays.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Christmas market in Mississauga in 2026?
Mississauga has several Christmas markets in 2026 rather than one. The Seasons Christmas Show runs 13 to 15 November, the Merry Market is on 14 November, the ORC Christmas Market is on 22 November, the Festival of Trees Holiday Market runs 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December, and the Cranberry Christmas Market is on 12 December. Check each official page for hours.
Are Mississauga holiday markets free?
Several are. In 2026 the Cranberry Christmas Market and the ORC Christmas Market are free, and the Mississauga Festival of Trees is pay what you can. The Merry Market charges $3 early bird or $5 general admission, and the Seasons Christmas Show costs $19 for adults, with children 11 and under free. Small vendors may prefer cash, so bring some.
Where is the Mississauga Festival of Trees held?
The Mississauga Festival of Trees is held at the Small Arms Inspection Building, 1352 Lakeshore Road East, in the Lakeview area. In 2026 the tree art exhibition is open daily from 4 to 13 December, and the holiday market with more than 80 vendors runs 4 to 6 and 11 to 13 December. Entry is pay what you can.
How much are tickets for the Seasons Christmas Show 2026?
Tickets for the Seasons Christmas Show 2026 at The International Centre in Mississauga are $19 for adults, $16 for seniors 65 and over and $12 for youth aged 12 to 17. Children 11 and under get in free. On Friday, 13 November, general admission is half price at $9.50 after 4 p.m., according to Visit Mississauga.
Where is the Cranberry Christmas Market in 2026?
In 2026 the Cranberry Christmas Market moves to the Mississauga Seniors’ Centre at 1389 Cawthra Road, beside Carmen Corbasson Community Centre. It runs Saturday, 12 December, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free, and Mississauga Arts Council asks visitors to bring food or hygiene items for The Compass Food Bank.
What are the best things to do for Christmas in Mississauga in 2026?
The best Christmas outings in Mississauga in 2026 include the Festival of Trees at the Small Arms Inspection Building (4 to 13 December), Christmas in the Village in Streetsville (20 and 21 November) and the Santa Claus Parade at Celebration Square on 21 November. For shopping, add the Seasons Christmas Show, the Merry Market and the Cranberry Christmas Market.
When is the Mississauga Santa Claus Parade in 2026?
The Mississauga Santa Claus Parade is on Saturday, 21 November 2026, at Mississauga Celebration Square, according to Visit Mississauga. The same event includes the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree and the opening of its largest outdoor ice rink. Arrive early for a viewing spot and check the city’s page for road closures.
Is there a holiday market in Streetsville in 2026?
Yes. Christmas in the Village returns to Streetsville for its 11th year on Friday, 20 November (5 to 9 p.m.) and Saturday, 21 November 2026 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.). It includes an artisan market with more than 30 local vendors, a tree lighting at 7 p.m. on Friday, rides and photos with Santa. Entry is free.
How much does a house cost in Mississauga going into 2027?
The median detached house in Mississauga sold for $1,225,000 from January to October 2026, down 5.8% from the same months of 2025, based on TRREB MLS data via REALM. The median condo apartment sold for $485,000, down 9.3%. These are city-wide medians; prices on a given street can be much higher or lower.
Is it a good idea to look at homes in Mississauga over the holidays?
It can be. In my experience fewer buyers shop in December, so the ones who do often face less competition, and 2026 data shows Mississauga homes taking longer to sell than in 2024. The trade-off is fewer listings. Visit a neighbourhood on a busy market weekend and again on a quiet weekday before you decide.
Sources
- CreativeHub1352: Mississauga Festival of Trees
- Visit Mississauga: Merry Market
- Visit Mississauga: Seasons Christmas Show 2026
- Mississauga Arts Council: Cranberry Christmas Market
- Visit Mississauga: ORC Christmas Market
- Visit Mississauga: Christmas in the Village
- Visit Mississauga: What’s happening in Mississauga this November (2026)
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About the author — Jatin Dua, Toronto and GTA real estate broker
I am Jatin Dua, Broker of Record and co-founder of RE/MAX Quantum Realty Inc., Brokerage, Unit 101, 799 The Queensway, Toronto. I work with buyers and sellers across Toronto and the GTA and have helped more than 100 families sell. Four-plus years of active GTA transactions and over $100 million in sales volume.
Reach me at [email protected] or 833-330-1925, or book a call.