Once the leaves begin to fall, you know the craft and gift fairs will be coming up in Fredericton and the Capital Region! Here's a convenient list of upcoming Craft Shows to get your holiday shopping started right - with locally made items from regional artisans.

Christmas Bazaar | November 5, 9am | Nashwaak Valley Recreation Centre, 679 Durham Bridge Road

Get ready for the holiday shopping season and come out to see all the local crafters and pick up some baked goods. Find sewing, knitting, balloon creations, baking, pickles and so much more.

Fredericton Christmas Show  | November 11-13 (Part 1) & December 2-4 (Part 2) | Capital Exhibit Centre

This Fredericton show has been a staple for many years and is typically the first that kicks off the holiday shopping season with a wide array of crafters from all over the Capital Region! Find something for everyone with handcrafted jewellery, ceramics, baked treats and so much more! This craft show comes to you twice so you can cover everyone on your list. Watch for Santa who will be visiting at specific times during the show! 

Show times: Friday 12-7pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-5pm

Christmas on the Farm | November 12, 10am-4pm | Sandwith’s Sleigh Rides, 2031, Route 620

Take a little drive out towards Royal Road and you will come upon a little camp in the woods known as “The Hitching Post”.  This is also the place to bring the whole family on a wintery sleigh ride, when the snow flies.  This special event will include a fun filled day of shopping, wagon rides and some of everyone's favorite Christmas music and treats. Come enjoy the farm while you support several of our LOCAL crafters/bakers and get into the Christmas spirit. Admission is $5 and includes a wagon ride and hot chocolate.  

Christmas in New Maryland | November 19, 9am-3pm | New Maryland Centre, 754 New Maryland Hwy

Get some locally crafted gifts in New Maryland at their Christmas Craft Market! Find some unique gift ideas from talented, local vendors.

A perfect time to do some holiday shopping while supporting local.

Durham Bridge Christmas Craft Market | November 19, 10am-3pm | 679 Durham Bridge Road

Take the scenic drive to Durham Bridge (only 20 minutes from downtown Fredericton) for their Christmas Craft Market.

Enjoy a cozy Christmasy day with amazing vendors, food truck, music and a warm drink!

Located at 679 Rte 628, Durham Bridge (Nashwaak Valley Recreational Center)

There is no entrance fee, however Nashwaak Valley Home and School will be serving hot chocolate by donation!

Payment methods vary at each booth, so please be sure to have cash and e-transfer available. Most vendors also offer credit card/debit payment.

Christmas at the Market | November 17 (12-8pm) & November 18 (10am-8pm) | Fredericton Boyce Farmers Market, 665 George Street

A Christmas tradition! Taking place at the ever-popular Boyce Farmers Market, you’ll find a treasure trove of handmade items, treats and treasures to satisfy everyone on your list.  The festive atmosphere definitely gets you into the Holiday spirit of supporting local crafters!

NBCCD Craft Sale | November 25-27 | George Fry Gallery | 408 Queen Street

The NBCCD (New Brunswick College of Craft & Design) Craft Sale is a local favourite for holiday gift shopping! Support the Fine Craft students by purchasing stunning handmade creations in pottery, textile, jewelry and more. With their ample creativity, these second-year students have crafted innovative products to offer you truly unique gifts for friends and family.

November 25: 12-8pm | November 26: 10am-6pm | November 27:  12-4pm

Christmas on the Farm in Burton | November 25, 5-9pm & November 26, 9am-5pm | Burton Farmers & Artisan Market, 430 Route 102, Burton

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Burton! On November 25 there will be a tree lighting ceremony (6pm) with music, hot chocolate and maybe even Santa himself! Then get shopping with a Christmas lit market with amazing artisan vendors and grab a tasty treat along the way on both November 25 & 26^th!

Etsy NB Holiday Maker Market | November 26, 9am – 3pm | Currie Centre, 15 Peter Kelly Drive

What is Etsy, you may be asking? Simply put, it is a collection of highly curated vendors from different categories of craft, so shoppers have a diverse and unique shopping experience. Vendors are fresh, trendy, and produce beautiful products. This show will feature fine art, illustrations, knits, candles, jewellery, home goods, ornaments, pottery, soap, even a photo booth and much more. Expect over 60 local makers at this maker market.

Indigenous Night Market | December 1, 6-9pm | Location TBA

Come out to the first annual Indigenous Night Market! The perfect place to snag some incredible unique handmade gifts for everyone on your list!

And the perfect time to check out the amazing talent in this beautiful province.

Capital Art Sale | December 7-10, 1-4pm | Location TBA

A piece of artwork always makes for a thoughtful and beautiful gift, either for yourself or someone else! This popular annual art sale offers high quality art at amazing value with all pieces under $500 (with over half of the inventory at $100 or less!). Local artists and craftsmen will feature paintings, photography, mixed media, illustrations, pottery, jewellery, prints and more! Do you have an art lover on your list?  This is one sale you need to attend!

Hanwell Rural Community Christmas Craft Show | December 3, 10am-4pm | Hanwell Place (5, Nature Park Drive)

This is a unique Holiday shopping experience showcasing a variety of creative, natural, and quality crafts and wares, just in time for Christmas.

Come browse products made by local vendors.

BOP Christmas Arts & Crafts Market | December 10, 9am – 1pm | 800 St. Mary’s Street

Branch Out Productions (BOP) presents it annual Christmas market where you’ll find the perfect Christmas present from over a dozen local artists and crafters; there will also be raffles, snacks and other treats!

Holiday shopping has just gotten so much easier! Not only will you be purchasing something handmade, but you are also supporting local, what a win-win! Be sure to check our Calendar of Events for other holiday-themed events throughout Fredericton and surrounding area, including downtown tree lighting and opportunities to meet Santa, as we get closer to the holidays. Want to make a weekend of it? Why not check out these great Fredericton Stay and Play packages to round out your Christmas shopping!

There’s a big list of Christmas Craft markets this season! If you don’t see one listed here on the blog, check out our Calendar of Events for a full list of upcoming holiday craft markets!