This November, the Toronto Botanical Garden (TBG) is bringing festive cheer with its annual Holiday EcoMarket, a nature-inspired celebration that connects local makers, artists, and communities through sustainable shopping and seasonal experiences.

What to Expect at the Holiday EcoMarket

Featuring over 80 local vendors, this eco-friendly market will showcase botanically inspired and sustainable goods in indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing visitors to shop in a setting that celebrates nature and the changing season.

With new vendors each weekend, every visit brings fresh finds and unique holiday gift ideas. In tandem with TBG’s sustainability commitment, all food vendors will use reusable dishware. Guests are encouraged to bring their own travel mugs and plates.

Other Highlights

This year’s EcoMarket is filled with festive activities and nature-focused experiences, Highlights include:

• Cozy outdoor bonfires with free marshmallows for roasting (available from the Children’s Centre) for a warm, festive atmosphere.
• Lively outdoor live music in the Garden with Simon Bedford, Patrick Dilkie, and Mo Guzman.
• Drop-in “Meet the Maker” demonstrations in the Weston Family Library: learn about sustainable gift-giving from local artisans.
• Free, family-friendly winter-themed crafting on Saturdays and Sundays; drop in with your kids for nature-based creativity.
• Engaging Fireside chats sessions
  • Plant Poetry with Sasan Beni (Fridays from 2:00 to 3:30 pm)
  • Fireside Forest Bathing with Linda Bincik (Sundays from 12:00 to 3:30 pm). Each session will give you a 20-minute connection with nature.
• A special indoor eco-exhibit called the underSTORY, inspired by the wooded and decomposing landscape that weaves through our city and ravine system.

Experience a thoughtful holiday shopping experience where gifts are original, planet-friendly, and full of meaning. 

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Toronto Botanical Garden’s Holiday EcoMarket

When: November 21st to 23rd, 28th to 30th

• Fridays, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
• Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Where: 777 Lawrence Avenue East, Toronto (TBG’s Visitor Centre, including the Floral Hall, Garden Hall, Lobby, and outdoor courtyards)

Admission: Free