Market watch

It’s a wonderful time of the year to visit enchanting Christmas markets in every corner of the province. Here are three of the best:

The historic Distillery District provides December’s most Instagramable backdrop at the Toronto Christmas Market (tochristmasmarket.com). In addition to dozens of vendors, there’s a merry-go-round and Ferris wheel that light up the night. Admission is free during the week, though make sure to buy advance tickets for the weekend crush. Nov. 14 to Dec. 22

Located in the Canadian Museum of History on the Hull side of the Ottawa River, the Museum’s Christmas Market (historymuseum.ca) is the place to get ahead on your Christmas shopping with more than 80 vendors selling artisan crafts and treats. Bonus: admission and coat check are free. Nov. 28 to Dec. 1

Christkindl Market (christkindl.ca) offers a German-themed holiday celebration in front of Kitchener’s city hall. It’s especially kid-friendly with clowns, puppet shows and a mesmerizing model train display. Grab a cup of glühwein and savour a taste of old Europe. Dec. 5 to Dec. 8