Dates and hours
The market runs on weekends from late November to New Year's Eve; listings for 2026 show November 20 to December 31. Typical hours are:
- Friday: 5 pm to 10 pm
- Saturday: 10 am to 10 pm
- Sunday: 10 am to 8 pm
- New Year's Eve: a special late edition
Hours and extra weekday dates can change, so confirm on the official Lansdowne or Ottawa Tourism pages before you go.
Where
Aberdeen Square (Aberdeen Plaza) at Lansdowne, in the Glebe, next to TD Place and the Aberdeen Pavilion. It's free to get in.
Getting there
Parking at Lansdowne is very limited during the market, and pre-paid parking isn't offered. In past years a free shuttle has run from Carleton University. OC Transpo routes 6 and 7 stop at Lansdowne. Note that free transit with a TD Place ticket doesn't apply to the market. You can also walk the canal path from downtown in about 35–40 minutes.
What to expect
Vendor cabins selling local gifts and crafts, seasonal food, hot drinks (including mulled wine), light displays, live performances and visits from Santa. Friday evenings feel more grown-up; Saturday daytime is busiest with families.
Make an evening of it
- A 67's game next door at TD Place, with free transit included in your ticket. 67's tickets
- Dinner along Bank Street in the Glebe. Book ahead on December weekends.
- Holiday lights on Parliament Hill and around downtown, a short bus ride away.
Visiting for the holidays?
For more on Lansdowne, see the TD Place and Lansdowne guide.
FAQ
When is the Ottawa Christmas Market 2026?
On weekends from late November to December 31; 2026 listings show November 20 to December 31. Confirm the latest dates and hours with Lansdowne before you go.
Is the Ottawa Christmas Market free?
Yes, admission is free. You pay for food, drinks and anything you buy from vendors.
Where do you park for the Lansdowne Christmas Market?
Parking at Lansdowne is very limited and can't be pre-booked for the market. Take OC Transpo routes 6 or 7, use the free shuttle if it's running, or walk from downtown along the canal.
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