Holiday Shopping in the Hills

 As the season to give is upon us, explore the many shopping offerings within Halton Hills - only a 45 minute drive from Downtown Toronto. Big brands to small shops, this community offers something for every wish list. 

Big Brands in Halton Hills

Check out the Georgetown Marketplace with stores such as Sport check, Maurice’s, and Winners for shoppers of all interests. For a snack or treat on the go, stop by the food court and the brand new Black Creek Coffee House! Black Creek roasts its own beans locally in Acton, making a bag the perfect gift for any of your espresso drinking loved ones! Across the street, find Traditional Taste Bakery, serving beloved & authentic European baked goods to the community for over 10 years.

Searching for big brand names and deep discounts? The Toronto Premium Outlet mall is one of the first shopping centres of its kind in Canada! Conveniently located off the 401 at Trafalgar, it hosts over 130 of outlet retailers for savings of up to 65% off daily.

Boutiques in Downtown Georgetown

For a scenic, boutique shopping experience, look no further than Downtown Georgetown and Acton for your unique gifting needs. In Georgetown, start at Dini & Co for home gifts, find the latest styles at The Way We Were, Moxxi Boutique, Elizabeth’s Fashions, Creature Comfort Co for all kinds of pet gifts and The Sewing Café to make a cozy sweater for your friend.

Its worth the drive to Acton!

In Acton, unique local businesses include 70 Below Treats, for flash frozen stocking stuffers, Farm to Paw, for your furry family member or Concept Leather Company and The Olde Hide House for fine leather goods. Vinyland and Black Rose Guitar studio are the ideal stop for a vintage record or new instrument for the music lover in your life. Find a full list of local retail stores on the Visit Halton Hills Tourism Directory.

Checking out Glen Williams: Holiday Hamlet dreams

Finally, for high-end artisan goods, the Williams Mill Creative Arts studios offers both handcrafted items and expert-lead classes perfect to gift a personalized experience for people of all skill levels. Learn more about their holiday offerings and art studio hours here.

Holiday Markets: A Seasonal Specialty

Throughout the month of December, Halton Hills will be featuring a number of specialty holiday markets that are the perfect bance of shopping, dining, and exploring. On Saturday December 3rd and Sunday December 4th, walk the main street of Glen Williams as it transforms into a winter wonderland. Nestled along the banks of the credit river, explore over 30 artisans and craftspeoples’ creations. If you stop by on Sunday, sip on a hot drink while you browse through local artisans and vendors at the Williams Mill Creative Arts Studios!

In Georgetown, find the Holiday Markets on Saturday December 3rd and Saturday December 10th from 11:00am to 3:00pm! Head down to to Main Street for handmade crafts and local foods. Hosted by the Georgetown BIA, this market alongside local downtown shops have all you need to get your holiday season needs!

Beyond shopping, Halton Hills and surrounding communities have many outdoor activities and attractions to explore with friends & family. Make your shopping trip a full day adventure! Check out our winter fun page for seasonal activities on the go! We hope to see you soon.