See you at Christmas in the Manger 2024!

A family-friendly artisan Christmas market in the country
Come on out and enjoy a Christmas in the Country! We look forward to seeing you at the 2023 Christmas in the Manger Christmas market in the Agricultural Hall and RCMP Barn here at the Saanich Fairground on November 23, & 24, 2024. The Christmas market runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Wonderful handcrafted and upscaled gifts for friends and family. Farm animals, family activities, live music (Brad Prevedoros) and hot foods! Food services in the Agricultural Hall (Dogwood Room, Sidney Lions) and the RCMP Barn (Mrs. Claus Kitchen) – yummy comfort foods and beverages. No dogs on the Fairgrounds, please (except documented service dogs).
Admission $3/day (children 6 and under FREE). Cash only please – we love loonies, twonies and small bills!
The Gingerbread House is back with Santa and Mrs. Claus! We have a fabulous FREE draw for super kids gifts - you could win a Barbie Dreamhouse or a drone!
NOTE: There is no ATM on site. Most vendors have the Square for online payments, but if you want to use cash, please bring cash with you or visit a local business (gas station next to the Fairground) or a financial institution in Saanichton or Brentwood Bay.
Are you a vendor at this year's Christmas market? Applications will open April 15, 2024 and will only be accepted until July 15, 2024 to allow us to finalize Saanich Fair planning. They will reopen September 15- November 1.
Apply Early to take advantage of the Early Bird Rate.