Holiday Markets & Events
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Holiday Markets & Events that Yule Love
Christmas markets have a long history dating back to the middle ages in Germany. They are a fabulous way to check off those on your holiday shopping list, enjoy a festive outing with friends or family, and celebrate the holiday season.
Christmas in the Village / Parade
Santa Claus Parade starts at 11am, meet Santa after the parade at the Cultural Centre where there will also be an artisans market, baked goods, candy shop…
Village of Minden, Sat, Nov 16
The Colours of Christmas / Parade
Bands, Horses, Marchers, Bright Lights… Carolling in town and tree lighting…
Village of Haliburton, Fri, Nov 22
Santa in Wilberforce / Parade
Everyone welcome for the parade plus treats and gifts for kids 10 and under afterwards! …. and more…
Village of Wilberforce, Sun, Dec 8 at 12:30
Craft Sales for your gift giving
The Haliburton Highlands is home to an amazing array of artists and craftspeople who create unique and compelling gifts. Buying one-of-a-kind is a great way to create a memorable holiday.
With their twinkling lights and vendors selling extraordinary gifts and one-of-a-kind finds, these markets will have your heart growing two sizes.
Local shopping is a great way to create a memorable holiday while supporting our local economy.
Events to get you in the Spirit
The Nutcracker
Annual Christmas tradition produced by our local Heritage Ballet…
Northern Lights Arts Pavilion, Dec 7 & Dec 8
Poinsettia Tea Luncheon
Soup, Sandwiches, dessert, Tea/coffer..
St. Paul Anglican Church, Nov 15 -11:30 to 1 pm
Breakfast with Santa
Enjoy a free breakfast, photos with Santa, carnival games, live animal show, and much more! ….
Camp Wanakita, Dec 7
Children’s Christmas Party
Fun for the young one!..
Stanhope Community Hall, Dec 7 at 12:30 pm
Highlands Christmas Shindig
Local talented musicians get together every year to raise funds for Fuel for Warmth…
Haliburton Legion, Sat Nov 30
Dorset Christmas Tree Lighting
Enjoy some hot chocolate with Santa Claus…
Dorset Lions Centennial Park, Sun Dec 1, at 4 PM
Stanhope Tree Lighting & Party
Enjoy some hot chocolate with Santa…
Stanhope Community Centre, Sat Nov 29 at 6 pm
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Help decorate the tree and feel the festive cheer…
Village Green, Minden, Nov 15th from 6-8 pm
Jolly Jog
Grab your favourite, festive holiday gear and join us for our 11th annual Jolly Jog!…
Haliburton Highlands Museum, Sun Nov 24
Holiday Concert
Join the Highlands Wind Symphony & the Highlands Swing Band with vocalist Jerelyn Craden…
Lakeside Church, Sun Dec 8
