Bright and Merry Market

Friday, November 20
5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
City Hall (50 Centre St. S.) to Memorial Park

Kick off the holiday season at the Bright and Merry Market in November. Held in downtown Oshawa, experience a holiday market, seasonal displays, live entertainment, buskers, and a holiday trolley. Finish your visit by snapping a photo with Santa.

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City Hall North Parkette

LivingRoom Community Art Bus

Get creative this holiday season with the LivingRoom Community Art Hive, joining us for a festive evening of fun and creativity! Explore your artistic side, and enjoy a unique hands-on experience for all ages.

FireGuy!

Get ready for an exciting street performance by FireGuy at 7:45 p.m., bringing the heat and dazzling thrills to the North Parkette with an unforgettable fiery show!

mother and young son looking at snowflake

Park Illumination

Join us at 8:30 p.m. for the magical tree lighting of the North Parkette, presented by Walton Restoration, bringing holiday spirit to life with a dazzling glow, just north of City Hall!

Civic Square

man serving ice cream out of ice cream bus to woman

The Ice Lounge

'Sweep' on over to The Ice Lounge! Try your hand at curling, listen to local musicians, presented by Invest Durham, and enjoy a tasty treat from Mooo La La's Ice Cream bus, serving a selection of warm and cold food and drink options!

Meet Santa Claus

Follow the giant candy canes in Civic Square to meet up with Santa Claus! He will be snapping photos from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. inside City Hall.

Along Centre St.

Artisan vendor tents lining a city street at night

Artisan Vendor Market

Discover unique handmade gifts, one-of-a-kind treasures, and festive finds from talented local artisans while enjoying the magic of the season.

band members playing inside festive holiday church

51 Centre St. S.

St. George's Memorial Church

Wander into beautiful St. George's Memorial Church, and enjoy a bake sale, merchandise sales, a children's colouring area, and festive chimes, and organ performance, a carol sing and a performance by the Oshawa Civic Band!

Child sitting inside a fire truck wearing a red plastic firefighter hat

Fire Services

Meet Oshawa's fire education team and explore a fire truck on Centre St. near Memorial Park! Learn important fire safety tips, discover more about the equipment firefighters use, and enjoy a fun, interactive experience for the whole family.

Bus Painting with Durhamways

Get creative with Durhamways and help paint the bus! Families can work together to add their own colourful touches, creating a fun and festive masterpiece while making special holiday memories.

Canadian Tank Museum

Take a step into history with a special visit from the Canadian Tank Museum! Explore an impressive piece of military history, discover fascinating stories, and enjoy a unique experience for the whole family as you celebrate the holiday season.

Merchandise vendors

Bright and Merry merchandise vendors on Centre St. include:

3dforge.shop
Bebo Bars
Butterfly Kisses, Crafts by Rita
Casacrumbs
Crochet By Beccs
Cupcake Goodness
Gemstones by JoJo
Glitter Designs Studio
Handcrafted JMS
Holy Chip
Kat's Kreations
KVH Fashions
Lunar Eats
Newfound Flavours
Noggins 2 Piggies
nostalgia91 candle co.
Objects of Art
PaPaw's Bakery
Protein Queen
Sally's Scents
Shop by 'Bree Beauty
Smooth Glow Beauty
Sweary Scrunchies
The Thrift Shop - United Way Durham Region
Tropical Heat Pepper Sauce
Vidhya Srijesh Art
ZoonMade

Please note that merchandise vendors may occasionally change, as event planning continues towards event day. Thank you for your understanding.

Community organization booths

Bright and Merry community organizations, displays, and sponsor booths on Centre St. include:

City of Oshawa: Service Oshawa
Oshawa Museum
YMCA of Greater Toronto EarlyON
Durham Rape Crisis Centre

Please note that community organizations and displays may occasionally change, as event planning continues towards event day. Thank you for your understanding.

St. George's Memorial Church: detailed itinerary

St. George's Memorial Church is open until 9 p.m. during Bright and Merry Market. Activities include:

5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Home baked goods sale
Arts, crafts, books and puzzles sale
Heather's Funky Find: merchandise vendor
Children's colouring area

Chimes music: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Organ music performance: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Carol sing: 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Oshawa Civic Band performance: 7:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.

Notes:

Washrooms

Activities are subject to change, and we appreciate your understanding.

Along Queen St.

chef holding tray of chicken outside at market

Festive Flavours

Treat your taste buds, featuring delicious eats and refreshing drinks from amazing local vendors. From sweet treats to savoury favourites, there’s something fresh and flavourful waiting around every corner.

65 Debwewin Miikan

Oshawa Public Library: McLaughlin Branch

Stop in to the McLaughlin Branch for a Silent Disco Headphone Party, performances by the Bruce Gorrie Trio, and children's activities throughout the evening!

group of students dancing in art gallery

72 Queen St.

Robert McLaughlin Gallery

Get ready for an evening filled with exciting experiences at the RMG! Here, you will find performances from O'Neill CVI dance and music students, face painting, a hot chocolate and rest station, and a variety of local vendors.

Food vendors

Bright and Merry food vendors on Queen St. include:

7Spices Pockets Inc.
Call Creations
Masala Box Food Truck
Mooo La La's Ice Cream Bus
Sanny Hotdog
Shawafel Mediterranean Cuisine Inc.
Smokes Poutinerie
Tiny Tom Donuts

Please note that food vendors may occasionally change, as event planning continues towards event day. Thank you for your understanding.

Oshawa Public Library - McLaughlin Branch: detailed itinerary

Oshawa Public Library, McLaughlin Branch, is open until 9 p.m. during Bright and Merry Market. Activities include:

Silent Headphone Disco Party (Auditorium on lower level): 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bruce Gorrie Trio performances throughout the evening.
Family-friendly activities

Notes:

Washrooms
Feed the Need donation drop-off location

Activities are subject to change, and we appreciate your understanding.

Robert McLaughlin Gallery: detailed itinerary

Robert McLaughlin Gallery is open until 9 p.m. during Bright and Merry Market. Activities include:

Face painting: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Local vendors: 5 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
O'Neill dance and music performances: 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Hot chocolate and rest station: 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Notes:

Washrooms
Feed the Need donation drop-off location

Activities are subject to change, and we appreciate your understanding.

Memorial Park

stage with red and green lighting, with choir performing

Bandshell Stage

Stop by and enjoy live entertainment at Memorial Park, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

O'Neill C.V.I. Choir: 5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Wisdominds Music Lesson School: 6:15 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.

Oshawa Little Theatre: 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Hop on the Trolley!

Complete with holiday lights, music and a wonderful host, hop on the Holiday Trolley, presented by Circular Materials, as it travels through downtown Oshawa! Look for the trolley stops on the event map, and begin your adventure at Centre St. S. and John St.

99 Simcoe St. S.

Canadian Automotive Museum

Step into the past at the Canadian Automotive Museum's Holiday Open House, open by donation until 9 p.m. at Bright and Merry Market.

43 John St. W.

OSCC55+ on John St.

Step into the magic of Whoville! Join OSCC55+ on John St. for a festive, fun-filled evening, celebrating the holiday spirit with whimsical décor, festive music, and hot chocolate and treats, presented by Winchester Glen.

Canadian Automotive Museum: detailed itinerary

Canadian Automotive Museum is open by donation until 9 p.m. during Bright and Merry Market. Activities include: