Art Crawl Christmas Market Returns to The Bentway on November 7 With 140 Local Makers
The Art Crawl Christmas Market is coming back to Toronto on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The one-day outdoor market will take over The Bentway, the public space under the Gardiner Expressway near Fort York. It will bring together about 140 local artists and makers, and entry is free.
For many people, it is an early chance to shop for holiday gifts and support small local businesses at the same time.
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What You Can Find at the Art Crawl Christmas Market
The market is all about local, handmade and one-of-a-kind finds. Vendors will sell original art, jewellery and fashion. You will also find home decor, skin care, photography and sculptures. On top of that, there will be plenty of Christmas gifts and decorations.
This market is Toronto Art Crawl’s main holiday event of the year. The organizers choose the vendors themselves. As a result, shoppers can expect a wide mix of styles, from fine art to small gifts for friends and family.
Food trucks will be on site, and a DJ will play music through the day. Leashed pets are also welcome, so you can bring your dog along.
There is also a small bonus for early birds. The first 25 people to arrive will get a VIP swag bag. According to the event page, each bag is worth more than $75.
Art Crawl Christmas Market Details
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Time: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Location: The Bentway, 250 Fort York Blvd., Toronto
- Vendors: About 140 local artists and makers
- Admission: Free; reserve a ticket at Eventbrite
- Pets: Leashed pets welcome
What the Organizers Say
Toronto Art Crawl runs the event. On its official event page, the group calls it Toronto’s “BIGGEST one day outdoor Christmas market.”
Organizers ask guests to reserve a free ticket ahead of time. Entry costs nothing, but anything you buy at the market is extra. You can find updates on the Toronto Art Crawl website before the day.
To get your free ticket, visit the Toronto Art Crawl website or the Eventbrite page for the market. Then, pick the free ticket and sign up with your details.
About The Bentway
The Bentway sits in the King West area, right under the Gardiner Expressway. It is close to Fort York, and the address is 250 Fort York Blvd. The space is used for public events all year. For example, it hosted Howl’oween, a dog costume parade, in October.
Since the market is outdoors, the weather can play a big role in your visit. So, check the forecast before you head out and plan to spend some time walking between stalls.
Tips for Your Visit
The Bentway is an outdoor space, so dress in warm layers for a November day. The Fort York area can also get busy during events. Because of this, it helps to plan your trip by transit or check parking before you go.
The Art Crawl Christmas Market runs for one day only on November 7. So, if you want to shop local this holiday season, reserve your free ticket and mark the date on your calendar.
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