The Toronto Zoo Is Getting A Sparkling Christmas Market With Festive Food & So Many Vendors

There will even be a tree!

Lead Writer, Travel

The Toronto Zoo is getting festive with the return of its Holiday Marketplace. The event is opening for its second year on November 19, and you can enjoy all sorts of Christmas cheer.

The attraction will transform the Indo-Malayan courtyards and front of the Zoo into a twinkling market filled with shops and more.

Toronto Zoo | Handout

There will be around 90 local vendors and artisans available to shop from over the course of the event, as well as photo ops and a 35-foot tree.

You'll also be able to enjoy some festive-themed food and drinks as you explore the enchanting area.

Tickets for the market can be booked online, and entry is free with Zoo admission as well as Terra Lumina admission.

Toronto Zoo Holiday Marketplace

Price: $5.50 per person

When: Select dates from November 19 to December 23, 2021

Address: 2000 Meadowvale Rd., Toronto, ON

Why You Need To Go: Do some holiday shopping and enjoy delicious treats at this festive market.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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