Markham comes alive during the holiday season with sparkling lights, festive markets, family-friendly activities, and unforgettable performances. Whether you’re exploring historic Main Street Unionville, skating outdoors, or enjoying seasonal concerts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this December. At Kaizen Real Estate, Neeraj Moolchadani and Michael John Lau are your trusted Markham realtors, helping you find the perfect home in a community where holiday magic is part of everyday life.

Here’s your ultimate guide to Markham’s holiday events for December 2025:

City of Markham Christmas Tree Lighting & Skate Party

• Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 6–9 PM

• Location: Markham Civic Centre, 101 Town Centre Blvd

• Highlights: Free festive skating from 6–9 PM leads into a 7 PM tree-lighting ceremony. Enjoy hot chocolate and holiday cheer.

• Details: Markham.ca

Christmas Celebration on Main Street Unionville

• Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 2–10 PM

• Location: Main St. Unionville & Crosby Arena

• Highlights: Street entertainment, Santa visits, Carolers, Varley Art ornament workshop (4–6 PM), Crosby Arena tree lighting (6 PM), LED show (6:30–7 PM), and free family skating (8–10 PM).

• Details: Unionville.ca

Olde Tyme Christmas at the Varley Art Gallery

• Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 4–8 PM

• Location: 216 Main St, Unionville

• Highlights: Drop-in, free holiday craft workshop. Create mini Christmas ornaments—fun for all ages, no registration required.

• Details: Varley Art Gallery

Sts. Panteleimon Greek Orthodox Christmas Giving Fair

• Date & Time: Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 12–5 PM

• Location: 11323 Warden Ave

• Highlights: Free community fair with performances, activities, and support for local families in need. Donations encouraged.

• Details: hellomarkham-newsletter

Breakfast with Santa in Unionville

• Dates: Sunday, December 7 & 14, 2025 | 9 AM & 11 AM

• Locations: The Arms (189 Main St) and Jake’s on Main (202 Main St)

• Highlights: Festive family breakfast experiences with Santa. Ticketed events, often sell out quickly.

• Details: hellomarkham-newsletter

Candy Cane Carolers on Main Street Unionville

• Date & Time: Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 2–4 PM

• Highlights: Stroll along Main Street Unionville and enjoy live caroling to spread holiday cheer.

• Details: Unionville.ca

Public Skating & Outdoor Rinks in Markham

Markham Civic Centre Outdoor Ice Rink

• Location: 101 Town Centre Blvd

• Schedule: Daily 10 AM–10 PM; Wednesdays 12 PM–10 PM

• Highlights: Free public skating, skate rentals available (C$10 adults, C$5 children for 2 hours). Refrigerated rink, no sticks/pucks.

• Season: Dec 1, 2025 – mid-March 2026 (weather permitting)

• Details: Volunteer Connect

Crosby Community Centre

• Location: 788 Unionville Ave

• Highlights: Public skating sessions; check schedule for drop-in times and free family skating.

• Details: Unionville.ca

Holiday Light Displays & Winter Festivals

Fairway of Lights at Angus Glen Golf Club

• Dates: December 13–31, 2025

• Location: 10080 Kennedy Rd S

• Highlights: Walk-through winter light festival, Santa appearances, fire performances, face painting, Reindeer visits, circus acts, and New Year’s Eve fireworks.

• Details: lights.angusglen.com

Main Street Markham Festival of Lights

• Highlights: Seasonal tree lighting and Santa parade (check Main Street Markham for 2025 details).

Family & Community Holiday Events

• Child of Christmas Musical Drama: Dec 13–14, Markham Missionary Church (5438 Major MacKenzie Dr E). Free admission.

• Holiday Workshops & Fairs: Local libraries, churches, and community centers host crafts, concerts, and charity events. Check local calendars.

Concerts, Theatre & Performances

Flato Markham Theatre (171 Town Centre Blvd) hosts a variety of holiday shows:

• Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show: Dec 5, 8 PM

• Danú: An Emerald Isle Christmas: Dec 4, 8 PM

• Broadsway featuring Heather Bambrick: Dec 12, 8 PM

• Leahy: Celtic Roots and Christmas Cheer: Dec 18, 8 PM

• Wonderful World of Christmas – Graceland Edition: Dec 20, 7:30 PM

• Ballet Jörgen’s Nutcracker: Dec 30–31, multiple showings

Other local concerts include “Beatlecracker” (Dec 6), Sounds of Christmas (Dec 5), and Markham Concert Band seasonal concert (Dec 7). Tickets available through Flato box office or event pages.

Plan Your Holiday Season in Markham

Markham comes alive during December with festive lights, seasonal markets, performances, and family-friendly events. From skating at the Civic Centre to enjoying holiday concerts, there’s something for everyone.

If you’re looking to buy a home in Markham to enjoy these seasonal festivities year-round, contact Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchadani at Kaizen Real Estate, your trusted Markham realtors.

📞 Call us at 647-370-8656 or visit KaizenRealEstate.ca to find your dream home today!