Experience the holiday season in Southern Georgian Bay with a variety of festive markets and events running from now until the end of holiday season. Grab your friends and family and enjoy the holiday spirit! More events to be added as they get announced. 

Upcoming Holiday Events

Collingwood Christmas Market

• Dates: November 28, December 5, 12, & 19
• Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Location: Downtown Collingwood
• Details: Starting Friday, November 28, join the festive outdoor Christmas Market in downtown Collingwood every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. until December 19. Enjoy holiday lights, entertainment, food, and shopping with local stores, Farmers’ Market vendors, and festive selfie spots. Santa will be there each evening in his sleigh, ready to hear your Christmas wishes. Remember, downtown parking is free after 6 p.m., making it easy to shop and celebrate the season nearby.
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OUR HOMES Christmas Market

• Dates: November 22-23
• Time: Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Location: Alpine Ski Club, Blue Mountain
• Details: Discover more than 100 exhibitors at the beautiful Alpine Ski Club offering Christmas crafts, home and décor, fashion, wellness products, jewelry, tasty treats, and more. 
• You’ll find something for everyone on your list. Amazing door prizes all weekend long.
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Wasaga Beach Holiday Market

• Date: November 22-23, 10am-5pm
• Location: RecPlex, Wasaga Beach
• Details: A community celebration featuring local vendors and festive activities.
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Holiday Attractions

Blumination Dream Trail

• Location: Blue Mountain Village
• Details: Experience synchronized light displays that create a magical atmosphere.
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Holiday Magic at Blue

• Location: Blue Mountain Village
• Details: From cozy dining experiences to discovering the perfect gift; the twinkling lights illuminating a magical winter trail to merry entertainment that rekindles your inner child; the Blue Mountain Village holds holiday surprises and delights around every corner.
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Collingwood Santa Claus Parade

• Date: Saturday November 15th, 2025
• Time: 5PM
• A festive parade featuring floats and holiday lights to kick off the season.
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Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade

• Date: Saturday November 22nd, 2025
• Time: 5PM
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Stayner Santa Claus Parade

• Date: Saturday December 6th, 2025
• Time: 10:30AM
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Creemore Santa Claus Parade

• Date: Saturday December 6th, 2025
• Time: 1:30PM
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Thornbury Olde Fashioned Christmas

• Date: December 13th
• Time: All Day, check link below for upcoming schedule.
•  Visit with Santa, enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, fire-roasted chestnuts, a tree lighting ceremony and late-night shopping.
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