Events

Sep 20 - Sep 21

St. George Apple Fest

Sat, Sept 20- 10:00am - 6:00pm Sun, Sept 21- 10:00am - 5:00pm Something "a-peeling" for everyone! The St. George Apple Fest is an annual festival that celebrates the annual apple harvest. It’s not just a festival; it’s an experience! It's listed as a Top 100 Festival in Ontario & Signature Event in Brant County, with apples, pies, crafts, music, and, of course, arts & crafts vendors, with quality hand-made handicrafts. We'll be there in Snowball Park with new items from Kenya and Zimbabwe!

Snowball Park, St. George (Brant), Ontario

https://stgeorgeapplefest.ca/

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Ruthven Apple Festival

The Ruthven Apple Festival, hosted annually by Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens, has been a family tradition for over 40 years. Each year over 100 vendors and thousands of patrons flock to the festival grounds to enjoy live music, great food, games, and shopping.

9:00am - 5:00pm EDT

Colisanti's Tropical Gardens, 1550 Road 3 E, Kingsville, ON

https://www.communitylivingessex.org/events/ruthven-apple-festival/

Oct 7 - Oct 13

Norfolk County Fair

It's time for "Fair Trade at The Fair"! We're pleased to be at the Norfolk County Fair in Simcoe, ON for 7 days, from October 7 to 13, 2025. You'll find us in Building #4, from 10am until 9:30/10:00pm daily.

Nov 1 - Nov 2

Ancaster Lions Craft Show

The Ancaster Lions Club holds its Charity Craft and Gift shows every spring and fall. These shows are one of the most important parts of their fundraising calendar year. Come by and see over 100 vendors offering handmade items and enjoy searching for that one of a kind unique item while helping support your local community. Come by and find that special gift for someone, or something special for yourself. You'll find us in Booth 43.

10:00am - 4:00pm EST

Ancaster Fairgrounds, 630 Trinity Road, Ancaster, Ontario

https://ancasterlions.com/events/month/2025-11/

Nov 8

Bloor West Village Arts & Craft Show

The 42nd Annual Craft Show is scheduled for Saturday November 8 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Road, Toronto! Come and see 85 vendors (many new ones), an amazing bake and deli table and a lunchroom to satisfy your cravings for lunch or snacks!

9:00am - 3:00pm EST

Runnymede United Church, 432 Runnymede Road, Toronto, M6S 2Y8

https://www.runnymedeunited.org/events/bloor-west-village-arts-and-crafts-show

Nov 15

Roncesvalles Christmas Craft Market

The annual Roncesvalles United Church Christmas Arts and Crafts Market is a one-of-a kind Roncesvalles event. With over 120 vendors, you'll find special gifts for the special people in your life. You'll find us in the non-profit/Fair Trade room.

10:00am - 4:00pm EST

Roncesvalles United Church, 214 Wright Ave, Toronto,

https://www.roncesvallesuc.com/christmas-arts-crafts-market

Nov 16

Bingeman's Holiday Market

Gifts - Home Decor - Artisans - Sweet Treats - Visit with Santa - Face painting - Balloon animals Collecting donations for the Food Bank of Waterloo Region $2 entrance free for adults and kids under 12 are free.

10:00am - 4:00pm EST

Bingemans, 425 Bingemans Centre Drive, Kitchener, ON

https://allevents.in/kitchener/holiday-market-2025/200027783753724

Nov 22 - Nov 23

Orangeville HollyFest 2025

Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 - 9am to 4pm Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 - 10am - 3pm The Orangeville Fairgrounds will be transformed into a festive holiday market, complete with seasonal décor, and cheerful Christmas music. Santa Claus will also be making a special appearance — creating a magical atmosphere for adults and children alike.

Orangeville Fairgrounds, 247090 Side Road 5, Mono, ON, L9W 6K5

https://orangevillehollyfest.ca/

Nov 27

Nelson High School Holiday Sale

Open to the Public! Just in time for the holidays, find quality handmade items.

9:00am - 1:30pm EST

Nelson High School, 4181 New Street, Burlington ON, L7L 1T3

Nov 29 - Nov 30

Paris Sip'n'Shop Holiday Market

Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 - 10am to 4pm Sunday, Nov 30, 2025 - 10am - 3pm The Paris Fairgrounds will be transformed into a festive holiday market, complete with seasonal décor, and cheerful Christmas music.

Paris Fairgrounds, 139 Silver St, Paris, ON, N3L 1V5

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Fair December Winter Marketplace

Fair December is back! Join us for the 18th Annual Winter Marketplace featuring handmade crafts. A great opportunity for unique gifts! Over 60 vendors, silent auction, and more!

10:00am - 4:00pm EST

Cawthra Park Secondary School, 1305 Cawthra Road, Mississauga

https://fairdecember.ca/

Past events

Aug 22 - Aug 24

Winona Peach Festival

Fri, August 22 - 5:00pm - 11:00pm Sat, August 23 - 10:00am - 11:00pm Sun, August 24 - 10:00am - 6:00pm The Winona Peach Festival celebrates the peach harvest with peach pies, peaches and ice cream, and much more. With entertainment, a midway, delicious food, and of course, arts & craft vendors, you don't want to miss this festival. Look for us at Spot #33 in the commercial section. We will have Fair Trade hand-carved stone figurines from Kenya, recycled metal animals from Zimbabwe, and more!

Winona Park, 1328 Barton Street, Winona ON, L8E 5L3

https://winonapeach.com/

Aug 1 - Aug 4

Simcoe Heritage Friendship Festival

Fri, August 1 - 3:00pm - 9:00pm Sat, August 2 - 10:00am - 7:00pm Sun, August 3 - 10:00am - 7:00pm Mon, August 4 - 9:00am - 3:00pm This annual outdoor festival features food, entertainment, and vendors, with many unique hand-made items. This year, we'll be moving to Grant Anderson Park, across the street on the the opposite side of Norfolk Street N. As always, we will have many new Fair Trade handicrafts and garden art, hand-made in Kenya and Zimbabwe. Stop by and say "hi"!

Grant Anderson Park, Simcoe, Ontario

https://www.friendshipfest.ca/

May 24

HDCH Spring Market

Join us at the HDCH Spring Market. Vendors, crafts, food, plants, kid's activities, and more!

9:00am - 3:00pm EDT

92 Glancaster Road Ancaster, ON, L9G 3K9

https://hdch.org/events/hdch-growing-together-vendor-market?occurrenceID=235