Bright and Merry Market: Oshawa Christmas Market 2026
Oshawa does its Christmas market in one Friday night. On November 20, 2026, the Bright and Merry Market runs through downtown from City Hall to Memorial Park. The evening ends at the North Parkette, just north of City Hall, where the tree lights at 8:30 p.m.
Last reviewed November 1, 2026 by the Durham Happening editorial team.
2026 details
- Date
- Friday, November 20, 2026
- Time
- 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Location
- Downtown Oshawa, City Hall to Memorial Park
- Address
- 50 Centre Street South, Oshawa
- Organizer
- City of Oshawa
Organizer details (checked November 1, 2026)
Downtown partners
The City lists Oshawa Public Libraries, Oshawa Senior Community Centres 55+, The Robert McLaughlin Gallery, St. George's Memorial Church, the Canadian Tank Museum and the Oshawa Museum as community partners. Visitors can also have a photo with Santa.
Bad weather
The City says that severe weather notices and other updates go on the event webpage.
Upcoming events
From the Durham Happening events calendar, updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Bright and Merry Market in 2026?
It is on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
What time is the Oshawa tree lighting?
The tree lighting at the North Parkette, just north of City Hall, is at 8:30 p.m.
Sources
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