Shopping It Local: The Local Business Hub

10/15/2026

🍰🎄 **SO YOU THINK YOU CAN BAKE? 👀

Calling all holiday bakers, dessert lovers and Caribbean food enthusiasts! Get ready for a delicious showdown at the **8th Annual Holiday Pop-Up Marketplace**!

Come sample the flavours of the season and help us choose the winners in these exciting categories:

🍰 Best Caribbean Black Cake
🍷 Best Caribbean Sorrel Drink
🍪 Best Holiday Cookie
🧁 Best Specialty Dessert

Whether you’re a fan of traditional Caribbean holiday treats or creative seasonal desserts, this is one experience your taste buds won’t want to miss!

📅 Sunday, December 13, 2026
⏰ Contest starts at 4 PM
📍 Club Carib of Oshawa, 600 Wentworth St. E., Oshawa

🎄 Come for the treats, stay for the shopping, entertainment and community vibes!

Interested in participating? Contact the event info line for contest rules and the application process.

🔗 **www.ShoppingItLocal.com**

10/14/2026

📸 FREE FAMILY PORTRAITS — SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 ONLY!

✨ 2 holiday backdrop options
📷 3 shots/poses per family
⏱️ 5 minutes per session
🖨️ Instant prints available for $20

Appointments are available for pre-booking, so don’t wait until the last minute!

📅 Sunday, December 13, 2026📍 Club Carib of Oshawa, 600 Wentworth St. E., Oshawa

🎁 Shop local. Make memories. Celebrate community!

🔗 Visit www.ShoppingItLocal.com to book your family session and get event details.

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

🕯️ IT’S OFFICIAL! Drop Dead Candles IS A VENDOR! 🕯️

Drop Dead Candles is bringing its unique candle creations to the 8th Annual Holiday Market – Oshawa Edition! 🎄✨

📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026
📍 Club Carib, 600 Wentworth St E, Oshawa, ON

Hand-poured soy candles made with intention! Discover eco-conscious, ethically sourced candles created to bring something special to your space. Proudly queer-made, these candles are anything but boring! 🕯️💫

Looking for a unique gift or a little something to set the mood at home? Make sure you stop by and check out Drop Dead Candles!

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION | FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT
🛍️ Shop Local & Support Local!

📣 Tell a friend to tell a friend! Come out, meet local vendors and get your holiday shopping started.

For event information and vendor registration, visit ShoppingItLocal.com or follow on Instagram.

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10/14/2026

🎁 IT’S OFFICIAL! elichi_party.co IS A VENDOR! 🎁

Elichi Party Co. is joining the 8th Annual Holiday Market – Oshawa Edition! 🎄✨

📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026
📍 Club Carib, 600 Wentworth St E, Oshawa, ON

Create a little holiday magic with Elichi Party Co.! 🎉 Visit their personalized keychain bar and design a one-of-a-kind accessory, a thoughtful gift or a special keepsake. It’s a fun way to add a personal touch to your holiday shopping!

Come discover their creative offerings and find a gift made just for someone special. ❤️

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION | FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT
🛍️ Shop Local & Support Local!

📣 Tell a friend to tell a friend! Bring the family and discover the creativity of local businesses.

For event information and vendor registration, visit ShoppingItLocal.com or follow on Instagram.

10/14/2026

🧸 IT’S OFFICIAL! Teether Pals IS A VENDOR! 🧸

Teetherpals is bringing its fun and functional creations to the 8th Annual Holiday Market – Oshawa Edition! 🎄🎁

📅 Sunday, Nov 22, 2026 ⏰ 12 PM – 7 PM📍Topaz Catering & Event Centre
1230 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 1Z9

📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026
📍 Club Carib, 600 Wentworth St E, Oshawa, ON ⏰ 12 PM – 7 PM

Teetherpals is a small Canadian business established in 2020, specializing in adorable baby teethers, functional zipper pulls, custom pens and personalized keychains. ✨

Looking for a thoughtful gift, a fun accessory or something unique for the little ones? Stop by and explore what Teetherpals has to offer!

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION | FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT
🛍️ Shop Local & Support Local!

📣 Tell a friend to tell a friend! Bring the family and support the entrepreneurs behind the products you love.

For event information and vendor registration, visit ShoppingItLocal.com or follow on Instagram.

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10/14/2026

🎨 IT’S OFFICIAL! Sisters Cutie Prints and Crafts IS A VENDOR! 🎨

Sisters Cutie Prints and Crafts is joining us at the 8th Annual Holiday Market – Oshawa Edition! 🎄✨

📅 📅 Saturday, November 22, 2026
📍 Topaz Catering & Event Centre
1230 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 1Z9

Meet two young entrepreneurs turning creativity into business! 💕 Sisters Cutie Prints and Crafts offers homemade fidget toys, bracelets, magnets and accessories, with a fun and colourful collection designed to bring smiles to shoppers of all ages.

These kidpreneurs are learning the ropes of entrepreneurship while sharing their creativity with the community. Come show them some love and support their business journey! 🙌

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION | FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT
🛍️ Shop Local & Support Local!

📣 Tell a friend to tell a friend! Bring the family, explore the vendors and support young entrepreneurs.

For event information and vendor registration, visit ShoppingItLocal.com or follow on Instagram.

10/14/2026

🕯️ IT’S OFFICIAL! 3D Printing Service • Toronto IS A VENDOR! 🕯️

MAVKA is bringing unique, locally made gifts and décor to the 8th Annual Holiday Market – Oshawa Edition! 🎄✨

📅 Sunday, November 22, 2026
📍 Topaz Catering & Event Centre
1230 Sheppard Ave W, North York, ON M3K 1Z9

MAVKA is a Vaughan-based creative studio specializing in handmade candles, personalized gifts, home décor and 3D-made accessories. From Christmas décor and custom-made pieces to thoughtful gifts and home accessories, their collection is all about creativity, fun and finding something unique for you and the people you love. 🎁

Looking for a gift that stands out? Make sure MAVKA is on your holiday shopping list!

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION | FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENT
🛍️ Shop Local & Support Local!

📣 Tell a friend to tell a friend! Come explore local creativity and discover gifts with personality this holiday season.

For event information and vendor registration, visit ShoppingItLocal.com or follow on Instagram.

10/13/2026

IF YOU’RE GONNA SHOP 📣 SHOP IT LOCAL 🛍️

10/12/2026

🎄HOLIDAY SHOPPING SEASON IS HERE! ✨

Get ready for the 8th Annual Holiday Pop Up Marketplace — where shopping local meets holiday magic! 🛍️🎁

Support amazing local entrepreneurs, small businesses, vendors, creators and makers while finding unique gifts, treats, products and services for everyone on your holiday list. ❤️

📅 2026 SEASON DATES

🎄 Sun November 22nd 2026 (12pm-7pm)
📍 Topaz Event Center (1230 Sheppard Ave W, North York)

🎄 Sat Dec 12th & Sun Dec 13th (12pm-7pm)
📍 Club Carib of Oshawa (600 Wentworth St E, Oshawa)

✨ Come shop. Come discover. Come support local 🛍️

🎁 Bring your friends & family and make a day of it!

Vendor Details & Event Info:
📧 [email protected]
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🌐 ShoppingItLocal.com