Hong Kong and Ottawa Christmas Markets 2026 Plan Family Festivities
Multiple family-friendly Christmas markets in Hong Kong and Ottawa for 2026 will offer festive shopping, crafts, and treats while supporting local charities and communities.
Parents planning holiday outings for December 2026 can look forward to a wide array of family Christmas markets in Hong Kong and Ottawa. These events emphasize handmade goods, seasonal treats, and community engagement, with many supporting local charities.
Several Hong Kong Christmas markets in 2026 will emphasize family activities, handmade goods and support for local charities. The St John’s Cathedral Michaelmas Fair 2026 will take place on Saturday, 24 October 2026, from 10am to 4pm at St John’s Cathedral, 4-8 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong. This tradition includes second-hand book, handicraft and bric-a-brac stalls, homemade treats, games, raffles and family entertainment. Purchases there support local charities and community welfare organisations.
Other anticipated Hong Kong events include the West Kowloon Christmas Market 2026, hoped to return with handcrafted gifts and waterfront entertainment, and the Swire Properties White Christmas Street Fair 2026 from 3 to 6 December at Taikoo Place. All proceeds from the Swire fair support Operation Santa Claus and St. James’ Settlement. The Nordic Christmas Market 2026 brings traditional Nordic gifts to Lee Tung Avenue from 4 to 6 December.
Key Hong Kong Market Details
For families planning their schedules, here are the confirmed dates and locations for several major markets.
| Market | Dates (2026) | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Plaza Christmas Markets | 18-20 & 24-27 Dec, 12pm-9pm | G/F and Amphitheatre, Stanley Plaza, Stanley |
| Swire Properties White Christmas Street Fair | 3-6 Dec, 12pm-8pm | Tong Chong Street & Taikoo Square, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay |
| Handmade Hong Kong Discovery Bay Christmas Market | 14-15 Nov, 28-29 Nov, 12-13 Dec, 11am-6pm | Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island |
| Nordic Christmas Market | 4-6 Dec, 12pm-6pm | Lee Tung Avenue, Wan Chai |
| Harbour Christmas Market | 9 Dec 2026, 14 Feb 2027 | Anchor Plaza, Central Ferry Piers |
| KGV Winter Festival | Friday, 4 Dec (time TBC) | King George V School, 2 Tin Kwong Road, Ho Man Tin, Kowloon |
The Harbour Christmas Market will take over Central’s Anchor Plaza for an extended festive season right next to the AIA Carnival. It will show handmade gifts, jewellery, home fragrances, ceramics, toys and vintage vinyl. The Hong Kong WinterFest Christmas Markets, which featured 12 festive chalets and creative workshops in the previous year, are slated for November to December 2026 at Statue Square Gardens, Central. Jessica Mizzi noted, "Editor’s Note: 2026 Hong Kong Christmas Markets was most recently updated by Jessica Mizzi in October, 2026." Markets at Sai Sha GO PARK, City Kids in Mid-Levels, Highgate House on The Peak, and The Upper House in Admiralty are also being watched for 2026 plans.
Ottawa Markets Deliver Festive Charm and Community Spirit
Ottawa’s 2026 holiday markets feature European-style settings, local food and drink, pet-friendly options and Indigenous vendor participation. The city will host over 100 Christmas markets, holiday bazaars and craft shows in November and December 2026.
The Ottawa Christmas Market transforms Lansdowne into a European-style village with wooden cabins. It offers hot chocolate, potato sticks, Beavertails, and poutine alongside local pours from Saunders Farm Cider, Vodkow, and Dunrobin Distillery. The market will host Holiday Movie Nights on Friday nights starting November 28th, 2026, in a chalet that seats 100 people.
Ottawa's Diverse Market Lineup
Other notable Ottawa markets provide distinct experiences. The Museum’s Christmas Market at the Canadian Museum of History runs from November 26 to 29, 2026, hosting nearly 100 exhibitors with free admission. The Robert Plante Holiday Market, in its fourth year, occurs on November 14 and 15, featuring over 275 local vendors in lush greenhouses. It is pet-friendly and family-oriented.
A new event, the ADAAWE Indigenous Holiday Market, takes place on November 21, 2026, featuring 20 Indigenous vendors and offering complimentary bannock and tea. The Watson’s Mill Christmas Market runs for three weekends starting November 21-22 across three historic buildings, with admission by donation. Markets across Hong Kong and Ottawa are set to run from November 2026 through February 2027, offering extended opportunities for festive family outings.
