Holiday Market
1100 Admirals Road
Welcome to a curated nomadic event! We're excited to showcase some of BC's finest artists and makers in an event and market combo that's sure to wow you. From food and alcohol to fine art, clothing, crafts, and more, our makers are incredibly creative and always pushing boundaries.
At this event, we recognize that home is where the family is. The Island is full of talented nomads looking for their next home, and we're excited to be hosting them this year at the Songees Wellness Centre on Admirals Rd in Esquimalt.
Mark your calendars for November 10th, 11th, and 12th of 2023. We can't wait to see you there!
Previously at the Round House in Esquimalt in 2018 and 2019.
The Nomad Holiday Market brings Artists from all over Vancouver Island.
These fine makers use their creative talents to create works of beauty for the eyes and tummies.
Admission is 5.00 at the door. 8.00 for a weekend pass (children free)
This year we will be donating to the Cool Aid Society
Event details
PrizesEach artist at the show will donate an item and with over 55 vendors that will be a lot of really great gifts. We will create 6 gift baskets and give two away each day. You won't have to be there to win. When you arrive fill out a ballot, make your way to the draw box as you take in all the talent the show has to offer. If your name is drawn, we will contact you by email or phone. |
clothing/food DriveWe have all see the news regarding homelessness and hunger. We will be donating part of the proceeds to the Cool Aid Society. Cool Aid offers help to provide life changing services to people who are impacted by poverty, colonization, homelessness and stigma. They offer housing, emergency shelter, health and dental care, employment assistance and social and recreational opportunities. Cool Aid's vision is a simple one... A community where no one is forced to sleep on the street or go hungry and everyone has the dignity that comes with home, health and connection. |
1100 Admirals Rd
Hours of OperationFriday Nov.10th 4 pm -8 pm
Saturday 11th 10 am - 6 pm Sunday 12th 11 am - 4 pm We are returning in 2023 and expanding with over 55 local and talented artists and crafts in a curated shopping experience. We are excited to have found a beautiful large space that can accommodate more artists and more shoppers. There will be local distilleries, live music, foodies, crafts, artists, balloon maker, colouring contest for the kids and more........... 5.00 or 8.00 for the weekend admission with proceeds going to the Victoria Cool Aid Society |
FoodFood or foodies that is the question ?
To eat or not to eat is not the question to ask at this event. We will have sweet things like chocolates and baked goodies. As an added bonus some distilleries, breweries and food trucks to entice your taste buds. |
ArtWhat is art anyway and who gets to be the judge of what is good art?
You do! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. This show will be a feast for eyes, as we showcase a wide variety of artists and crafts. Be prepared to shop and find some surprising good buys for gifts and yourself. |
Hand Crafted BeveragesIt is no secret that our Island makes some very fine craft beers, wine and spirits.
We will have a few at this show. Sample some wine, beer and whisky all made in B.C. |
Special thanks to our media Sponsor
Our location at 1100 Admirals Rd.
We acknowledge and respect the lək̓ʷəŋən peoples on whose traditional territory the Nomad Market stands and the Songhees, Esquimalt peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.