Sunday, March 31
Special Events Centre
Swing into Spring!
With your Toronto Zoo’s third annual Spring Marketplace! Take in the beauty of the season and support local by shopping with 40+ artisans, producers, and processors at this indoor/outdoor Marketplace! Join the Toronto Zoo for the long weekend and enjoy vendor offerings, seasonal food & beverage, and the new season in the blossoming Rouge National Urban Park!
By shopping locally, you are helping to protect the environment by reducing your carbon footprint.
- Spring Marketplace Vendors
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3dforge.shop
We are a mom and pop family focused small business in Oshawa. We pride ourselves on precision, creativity and high quality 3d prints. We add a touch of whimsy in our designs with our bright colour palate and handpainted details on our flexi and collectors' items. We are always innovating and trying new things. There is nothing cooler or that makes us happier then when our customer is as excited or amazed as we are with 3dprinting.
Friday, March 29 ONLYAdventures of Lollipop Comics"The Adventures of Lollipop" educational comic book series for kids/all-ages, written and hand-drawn by Jennifer Cuthbert Lam. Join a young girl named Lollipop and her friends as they travel the world, learning fun facts about countries, world culture, history, science and much more!
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYAngie's Sweet TreatsHi! I'm Angie's Sweet Treats and I sell Jumbo cookies of all kinds, Brownies and Fudge (Chocolate, Cookies n cream, Peanut butter, M&M etc). I also specialize in Chocolate covered treats. I am so excited to apply to the Zoo market and I look forward to hearing back from you.
Atrisan Edge CoArtisan Edge Co. crafts bespoke woodworking creations, ranging from handcrafted charcuterie boards to innovative 3D-printed solutions, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Our products are carefully curated to elevate your living spaces with a touch of artistry and functionality.
Saturday, & Sunday March 30-31 ONLYÀṣẹ & CompanyAre you passionate about stationery and celebrating your culture? Look no further, because Àṣẹ & Company is here to provide you with the perfect mix of both! We offer a range of Afrocentric journals, spiral notebooks, greeting cards, washi tape, and much more that are sure to represent your unique identity.
Athena's Diaper Cakes & Hair PrettiesWe are a Scarborough based business specializing in one of a kind diaper cakes, handmade hair accessories, bow ties and crochet hats for children.
Beauty Cat COI am a Toronto local artist, and I am selling handmade pipe cleaner /crochet craft products and micro crochet jewelry. All products are made by hand with inspiration and creativity by myself and my mom. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Bethany Aikens CreationsBethany Aiken is an artist and a zookeeper. Working closely with animals and spending time in nature is what inspires her artwork. She aims to capture the unique personalities of animals through her bold, colourful painting style. Bring home an original acrylic or watercolour paintings to brighten up your home! High quality prints are also available.
Blue Dawn Jewellery & PhotographyBlue Dawn Jewellery & Photography is owned by Barb Nahwegahbow, Ojibway whose home territory is Whitefish River First Nation. She's lived in Toronto for the past 40+ years. In designing her jewellery she combines gemstones, metals, seeds, vintage elements to create unique pieces. Her photographs reflect her relationship with, and her love for, her First Family which is what Anishinaabe people call the natural world.
COY NaturalsThe gift that keeps on giving! These soy wax, wood wick candles not only smell amazing, but they’re all made in reusable mugs!
Cubed StyleWe are Camille, Candace and Christine, 3 sisters, who created Cubed Style Inc. We handcraft natural products for all skin and hair types. With our strong sisterly bond, we have created body and hair butters that not only smell great, but also make you feel amazing! Our homemade products are luxurious and moisturizing.
Dark Horse DesignsAmanda Currie, o/a Dark Horse Designs, is a designer/maker from Newmarket, Ontario, who creates custom jewellery and accessories by curating gemstone energies to facilitate personal transformation. She creates each unique piece with intention for growth and healing.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYdees.diy.decodees.diy.deco works in creating functional home decor resin art products such as trays, coasters, clocks, phone grips, keychains, bookends and Crystal infused wall Art. All pieces are hand poured and with curing time, create uniquely different designs, but nonetheless beautiful. These are wonderful feature additions to any space or to give as a gift for all occasions. Along with its timeless functionality and simple aesthetic, resin decor has a glass like brilliance and plastic like composition. This makes my products both alluring and versatile. All products options are customizable and the color combinations are endless.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYDooro StudioWe Dooro Studio believe that small accessories can have a big impact, transforming ordinary moments into extraordinary ones. Our brand is founded by Yaxin Ma, who aims to share her design to the world and provide trendy, high-quality phone charms and beaded jewelry for people to embrace their individuality.
Dragonfly Story TimeHello, My name is Christina and I'm a local author. My book was inspired by my daughter Alyssa and her obsession with wearing PJs. My husband illustrated it and it was launched at the Mississauga Children's Bookfest where they recreated it into a play. I was also nominated and a finalist for a literary award from the Mississauga Arts Council in 2023. We are delighted to see so many kids, parents, and teachers connecting with Ally and her love of pajamas and all the wonderful conversations it sparks for our readers.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYEsma Jay CreationsEsma Jay Creations creates custom designs on wooden cutting boards and other wood products using a Pyrography (a wood burning technique using a heated pen)
Saturday, & Sunday March 30-31 ONLYFaith and Sparkle's WorldFaith and Sparkle's World is an empowerment company specializing in diverse children's books inspired by Child Author Faith Abraham and her adventures with her sidekick dog, Sparkle.
Sunday March 31 ONLYFurbaesLooking furbulous in Furbaes! We create custom pet apparel, custom pet closets to organize your pet apparel, toy boxes and more! All our products are handcrafted and designed. We create personalized paw prints that are added to our closets and toy boxes.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYGreen GuacGreen Guac is a sustainable lifestyle brand that offers easy to use alternatives to single use items in your home. With machine washable & dryer friendly products, you can start to begin, or continue, your zero-waste journey in small strides to make an everlasting and large impact for our environment. Handmade in Bradford Ontario, small batch products allow for high quality items that will last in your home for years to come.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYHandicraftdesireWe are a Mexican indigenous artisan. We make indigenous beaded and wire crafts, all with an indigenous technique.
Saturday, & Sunday March 30-31 ONLYHarley’sHarley's is a small business operating out of our condo located in Toronto. All our products are handmade with love and attention to details. Our concrete planters and our eco-friendly Jesmonite home decor products are hand poured, making them one of a kind. Our planters are often paired with unique and rare succulents, making them the perfect gift for any occasion.
Sunday March 31 ONLYHockley DesignsI design and create beautiful crystal suncatchers with premium Egyptian crystals and semi precious stones. I also create jewellery with semi precious stones. All of my creations are infused with Reiki Energy.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYLaurie's Crafty CreationsI create handmade jewellery, mainly chainmaille. At least 90% of my suppies are produced here in Canada.
LazyBonesCozyUtilizing repurposed fabrics I create useful/mindful pieces for a variety of personal comfort & homeware products, while helping to keep fabric waste out of landfills. My signature piece, and where my company name was derived, is my Neck "Bone" Cushion. The unique shape is appealing and highly functional. Works on all your curves, neck, back, knee body! Offcuts from my larger projects are used in my “scrap busting” projects. Any crumbs too small, are then used in my zero waste production pieces.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYMeats and TreatsI have been in the business for over 14 years selling various cured meats and artisan cheeses!
migohouse gift shopI do handmade crochet potted plant, and cute crochet keychains. I also make beautiful Micro crochet jewelry.
Sunday March 31 ONLYMINTYARTZExplore a world of whimsy and cuteness! We curate a delightful collection of anime-inspired stickers, keychains, and pins, alongside charming pet-themed treasures. Express your unique style with our adorably crafted accessories. Unleash the joy of self-expression!
Monica Dear ArtA unique artisan style of art expression called scribble art to capture the essence of the subject.
Mother Muskwa Beading X Flying Star CreationsTwo local indigenous businesses come together to bring beautiful pieces to the Toronto Zoo Marketplace. Mother Muskwa Beading is a Cree mama creating beaded jewelry. Flying Star Creations is two indigenous moms (Ojibwe & Metis) sharing their love of creating and put their love and spirit into each piece. They create beautiful hand beaded keychains and dreamcatchers.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYNovember studioOur handmade cute shaped candles are very popular in my collection. We also make hand pure max melts. We have more than 30 scents that are rarely find. All candles and waxmelts are made by local soy wax and local fragrance oil. We have handcrafted scented plaster and traditional scents as well.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYOakridges FinestSmall scale fruit and vegetable farm focused on pesticide free growing and a focus on preserving for value added products such as jams and preserves.
Omo Bamboo ShopOmo Bamboo Shop is a zero waste business based here in Toronto. We sell a range of bamboo products as well as minimalist crafts made out of cement, soaps, body butter and minimalist textured art. Our products are primarily made of bamboo because of its sustainability compared to other woods MadebyOmo is the craft section where I personally hand make a range of things, such as; mini cement crafts, soaps, body butter, soy wax candles((pillar and container), cement pendant on sterling silver and textured art.
Saturday & Sunday, March 30-31 ONLYonce upon a designin a far far land of CHO, there lived an illustrator who drew cats and dogs and frogs and more. there were dark skies filled with the sun, stars and moon. every day told a story of good and bad. stories of memories had. the beginning
Quilter’s WorkshopQuilter's Workshop is a handmade business in Whitby, Ontario. I create sewn and quilted items for both home and baby! I've been in business since 2009 and create custom orders as well as participate in local craft shows & vendor events! My items are made using high quality materials and each piece is stitched with love!
Revl TeaREVL Tea is founded by a Certified Tea Sommelier. Our curated line of premium organic loose-leaf teas, raw honey, and tea accessories tempt you to taste the familiar and exotic.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYShe's A Glass ActI sell custom etched glass products: wine glasses, mugs, glasses, shot glasses, platters and baking dishes. Our motto is "If you can dream it I can design it." because there is nothing I like more than seeing a customer's face when they get a piece created specially for them.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYSmithers SausagesSmithers Sausages is a Hamilton based business making handmade, small batch gourmet sausages and condiments using Ontario Pork and as local as possible whole ingredients.
Sugar & IcedHand decorated sugar cookies in all kinds of fun and seasonal designs that taste as good as they look.
Friday, March 29 ONLYSweets by Lisa & MariaSweets by Lisa & Maria make delicious treats like caramel chocolate covered pretzels, smore inspired marshmallows, gluten free/vegan items, and more! They also make seasonally decorated items, stocking stuffers and other gift items.
Friday & Saturday, March 29-30 ONLYTasha's Geeky CharmI make everything completely by hand my items are made out of polymer clay and also UV resin. My art is based on everything geeky like video games, books, TV shows etc. and some of my items are based on nature as well like the woods and also animals. I really like to make things that bring me joy so that is why it's a mix of geeky and nature.
Sunday, March 31 ONLYThe Joy of HarvestJoy of Harvest is a family-owned business located in Highland Creek village in Scarborough. We use locally grown and some imported fruit and vegetables to make delicious jams, jellies and sauces. We sell the products that we make at Farmers Markets, Fairs and Festivals.
Triple C & Co BoutiqueLook no further as we strive to be your go to business for beautiful handmade scrunchies! We typically have up to 5000 scrunchies on display at our market events so you can't miss it! We have an abundance of pretty colors and beautiful prints! We're known for our gorgeous satin scrunchies as well as our fun prints for kids of all ages! We also make baby headbands, infinity scarves, jewelery and we also have curated hairclips. We have everyday beautiful useful accessories that we love, is practical, is affordable which makes our customers keep coming back for more!
Turn Write Pens by RobHand turned pens, shaving sets, peppermills and other small items in wood and/or acrylic.
Friday, March 29 ONLYWaterfall of WellnessWaterfall of Wellness (WoW Mississauga), an award-winning holistic wellness brand providing healing services, workshops, and self-care products honouring the Medicine Wheel Teachings. Carissa is an intuitive artisan and energy worker who is a conduit for intuitive healing. Every handcrafted item has a hidden gem, crystal inside. I believe everyone has hidden gems that are revealed along our healing journeys. This is represented in the Hidden Gem, crystal.
Friday, March 29 ONLYWild KraftsWild Krafts is a unique and eco-conscious business that celebrates the beauty of wildlife through a range of products including wildlife photography prints, as well as a delightful assortment of animal themed crafts such as stickers and magnets. Our mission is to bring the wonders of the natural world into the everyday lives of people while promoting wildlife conservation and appreciation!
Wood Works by ChrisHi! I’m Chris LaPine and I live in a world of wood. I select some of Canada’s most beautiful wood grains and turn them into breath-taking hand-made treasures. Some creations, like cutting boards, coasters and cheese cutters are designed to enhance your daily tasks. Others, like custom-designed coffee tables, display your aesthetic taste.
* Subject to change without notice.
Applications for the 2024 Spring Marketplace have now closed.
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Please note all events subject to change without notice.