Dec 5–6, 2026 · Costin Hall, Lantzville
Free parking.
Local vendors.
A tradition worth starting.
Celebrate the season with us. Shop, eat, and spend time with the people you love.
DatesDec 5–6, 2026
HoursSat 11–6 · Sun 10–6
LocationCostin Hall, Lantzville
AdmissionFree entry & parking
20+ hand-selected vendors
Curated specifically for Island Winter Market.
Festive food
Bratwurst, pretzels, German baking, and festive popcorn.
Time to spend together
Kids get a free colouring page at the door, one more reason to make a day of it.
The mid-island's newest tradition
Island Winter Market is brand new this year. A weekend of local makers, festive food, and time with the people you love, right here on the mid-island. Come be part of the first one.
Organized by the team behind Nanaimo Christmas Village
Plan your visit
Free parking
Parking is on-site at Costin Hall and always free.
Cash and card
Most vendors take cards. A few are cash only.
Accessible venue
Costin Hall is wheelchair accessible.
Donations welcome
Entry is free. A donation at the door is optional, half goes to our charity partner.
Come along for the season.
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