Indigenous Markets to Shop Around the Holidays Vancouver
byThis season there is a lineup of Indigenous market events where you can shop dozens of talented and creative artists and artisans all in one place:
Indigenous Markets to Shop Around the Holidays Vancouver
- Date: Saturday, November 23 & Sunday, November 24
- Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm (Sat) 6:00pm (Sun)
- Location: Chief Joe Matthias Centre (100 Capilano Rd, West Vancouver)
- Details: All are welcome at the Squamish Nation’s Holiday Craft Fair. Admission is $5 at the door. Elders 55 years or older, students, and children get in for free.
- Date: Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1, 2024
- Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm
- Location: Musqueam Community Centre (6777 Salish Drive)
- Details: Shop for holiday gifts created by Musqueam and other Indigenous artisans. Everyone is welcome. Proceeds are going to the Musqueam Elders program.
Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas Craft Fair
- Date: Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8, 2024
- Time: 10:00am to 5:00pm
- Location: Tsleil-Waututh Nation Community Centre (3010 Sleil Waututh Rd, North Vancouver)
- Details: Join over 80 Indigenous vendors at the 22nd Annual Tsleil-Waututh Nation Christmas Craft Fair, hosted by Jen Thomas. All are welcome.
Cedar & Snow: Indigenous Art Market
- Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024
- Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
- Location: Museum of Vancouver (1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver)
- Details: Free admission (pay what you can if visiting the museum). Find beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces, including beadwork, illustrations, books, medicines and more from local and urban Indigenous artists. Explore a vibrant range of handcrafted goods—from traditional art forms to contemporary designs, each reflecting the cultural connections of the artists who made them.
- Date: Thursday, December 5, 2024
- Time: 2:00pm to 7:00pm
- Location: Urban Native Youth Association (1618 E Hastings, Vancouver)
- Details: UNYA will be transformed into a Holiday Wonderland, with an incredible line-up of youth vendors and UNYA Staff sharing their crafts and talent. Enjoy a free hot beverage, and snacks, and shop for this upcoming season
Winter Indigenous Artisans Market
- Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
- Time: 11:00am to 4:00pm
- Location: Bill Reid Gallery of Northwest Coast Art (639 Hornby St, Vancouver)
- Details: The market is included with Gallery admission. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures crafted by over 18 talented vendors, perfect for gifting this holiday season. Shop unique jewelry, artwork, apparel, and more, all while supporting Indigenous creators and their artistry.
- Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
- Time: 10:00am to 4:00pm
- Location: Museum of Surrey (17710 56a Ave, Surrey)
- Details: Free admission. Presented in partnership with stɑl̓əw̓ Arts and Cultural Society, this will be a full day filled with vendors showcasing unique handmade goods perfect for holiday gifting. Enjoy Indigenous programming (dance, welcome, drums) and browse the Christmas trees throughout the main floor of the museum.
- Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024
- Time: 12:00pm to 4:00pm
- Location: Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House (13723 Crescent Rd, Surrey)
- Details: This market offers hand-crafted goods, including jewellery, natural soaps and lotions, art, activities/crafts and more. Do your holiday shopping while supporting a local Indigenous business! Coordinated by our Artist in Residence Joan Williams of Semiahmoo First Nation. Free admission.
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Related: Don’t miss Vancouver Indigenous Fashion Week November 20-23, 2024.
