F.A.Q.

If possible, we recommend taking public transportation to the Ottawa Christmas Market which is conveniently located near Bank St. and 6 and 7 OC Transpo bus routes.

To plan your trip, please click here.

There is parking on-site at the Ottawa Christmas Market. The availability in the parking lot depends on the day, time, weather, etc. There’s NO prepaid parking available for attending.

Our busiest times are typically weekends after 3 p.m.

Click here for Parking alternatives.

• Friday November 24, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday November 25, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Sunday November 26, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Friday December 1, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday December 2, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Sunday December 3, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Friday December 8, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday December 9, 2023– 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Sunday December 10, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Friday December 15, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday December 16, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

• Sunday December 17, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Wednesday December 20, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Thursday December 21, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Friday December 22, 2023 – 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

• Saturday December 23, 2023 – 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

*Please note: Changes may occur due to weather. Please follow our social media for updated information.

Yes, the Ottawa Christmas Market is accessible to people with limited mobility or special needs. For more information please visit: https://www.tdplace.ca/oseg-accessible-service-policy/

Yes, entry into the Market is free however some activities are paid, and some activities/events require registration.

Click here for the complete schedule.

Click here for the Santa’s Workshop (Activity Cabin).

Click here for the Santa’s Schedule.

Click here for the Vendors.

Well-behaved pets are allowed at the Ottawa Christmas Market. However, it can be very busy and often not the most comfortable environment for pets to be walking around. Pets are not permitted on restaurant patios or inside restaurants due to health and safety regulations.

Learn more about the Santa Paws event on our Activities Page.

Fill out the form here and we will get in touch when it’s time to apply for 2024 edition.

The tree lighting will take place on the opening night of the Ottawa Christmas Market on Friday November 24, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

It will also be broadcast on CTV Ottawa.

Access the  Ottawa Tourism ‘Where to Stay’ webpage and find out about the options.

For all restaurant information on-site please click here.

For all shopping options on-site please click here. 

Every Saturday and Sunday , from November 25 to December 23,  10 a.m. to 4 p.m.