winter outdoor market Experience
As twinkling lights illuminate the downtown streets, discover one of Northern Ontario’s most enchanting holiday experiences, where shopping local, festive entertainment and cherished traditions come together.
Whether you’re beginning a new family tradition or reliving the magic of Christmases past, these festive evenings invite you to slow down, bundle up and discover the wonder of the season in the heart of North Bay.
Presented in collaboration with programming partners The Maker’s Market, the City of North Bay Economic Development Department, les Compagnons des francs loisirs and Creative Industries North Bay Inc., each market evening is sprinkled with holiday magic and will be filled with new experiences to discover alongside returning festive favourites.
So come and wander through charming stalls brimming with handcrafted gifts from talented local makers, hop aboard the festive mini train, share your Christmas wishes with Santa Claus, and enjoy an ever-evolving lineup of programming featuring new and exciting entertainment each week.
From heartwarming holiday films and live music, Dionne Quints and North Bay Museum tours, every visit offers something a little different. Around every corner you’ll find sparkling light displays, joyful surprises and picture-perfect moments just waiting to become your next festive selfie or homemade Christmas card. With enchanting experiences, fresh reasons to return each weekend and countless holiday memories waiting to be made, the North Bay Winter Outdoor Market Experience is where the magic of the season comes to life.
Explore the full lineup of activities for each market evening below.
NOVEMBER 7th, 2026
- The Maker’s Market
- Santa’s Workshop
- Elf Academy
- Christmas Lights
- Santa Claus visit
- Mini-Train rides
- Live Music – Restoration Band
- Self Guided Christmas Movie Tour
- Quints Museum Tours
- North Bay Museum Tours
Special Programming:
- More details to come
NOVEMBER 14th, 2026
- The Maker’s Market
- Santa’s Workshop
- Elf Academy
- Christmas Lights
- Santa Claus visit
- Mini-Train rides
- Live Music – Constellation Theatre
- Self Guided Christmas Movie Tour
- Quints Museum Tours
- North Bay Museum Tours
Special Programming:
Circus Artist – Joey Albert
NOVEMBER 21st, 2026
- The Maker’s Market
- Santa’s Workshop
- Elf Academy
- Christmas Lights
- Santa Claus visit
- Mini-Train rides
- Live Music – CHAZZ
- Self Guided Christmas Movie Tour
- Quints Museum Tours
- North Bay Museum Tours
Special Programming:
King & Queen Stilt Walkers
NOVEMBER 27th, 2026
Special Friday night market alongside the Downtown Old Fashioned Christmas Walk
- The Maker’s Market
- Santa’s Workshop
- Elf Academy
- Christmas Lights
- Live Music – Birds of a Feather
- Self Guided Christmas Movie Tour
- Quints Museum Tours
- North Bay Museum Tours
Special Programming:
- More details to come
Winter Market Experience Map
MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT
NOVEMBER 7th, 2026
NOVEMBER 14TH, 2026
NOVEMBER 15TH, 2026
NOVEMBER 21st, 2026
STAY AND PLAY PROMOTIONS
Turn a Little Holiday Magic into a Winter Getaway!
Why squeeze all the magic into one evening? Make the Winter Market Experience your excuse to escape to North Bay for a night or a weekend. Wander the festive downtown streets, discover local shops and restaurants, explore Duchesnay Falls and make time for even more winter adventures along the way. Whether you’re planning a family getaway, a romantic retreat or a weekend with friends, our Stay & Play packages make it easy to turn a visit to the Winter Market into a memorable North Bay escape. Explore the packages below or other accommodation and start planning your getaway!
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