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The Sideyard Merry Market (Shakespeare)
Spend the Afternoon in Shakespeare!
Sunday, November 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Shakespeare Optimist Hall | Shakespeare, OntarioJoin us for a festive day celebrating local makers, delicious food & coffee, holiday traditions, and community. 
Whether you’re searching for one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts, meeting friends for a festive latte or lunch, or bringing the kids to visit Santa, The Sideyard Merry Market is designed to be more than just a market.
It’s a place to slow down, gather, and celebrate the season together.
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SHOP LOCALBrowse a thoughtfully curated collection of 40 talented local makers, artisans, bakers, growers, and small businesses offering:
Handmade gifts
Holiday décor
Fresh baking & sweet treats
Home goods
Children’s items
Bath & body products
Seasonal creations…and so much more!
Every purchase supports a local small business.
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VISIT THE SIDEYARDOf course, The Sideyard will be serving up all your favourites while you shop!
Warm up with:
Freshly brewed coffee
Espresso beverages & specialty lattes
Signature Dirty Sodas
Refreshers Seasonal holiday drinks Fresh baked treatsGrab a drink, wander the market, and stay awhile!
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VISIT SANTA11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Bring the kids for a visit with Santa and enjoy a little holiday magic!
Every child will receive a complimentary hot chocolate and a candy cane while visiting Santa.
Sponsored by The Best Little Pork Shoppe
Sponsored by The Best Little Pork Shoppe
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KIDS’ HOLIDAY ACTIVITY CORNERHead upstairs to our Kids’ Holiday Activity Corner, where little ones can enjoy some festive fun while you take a break and enjoy the market.
Complimentary Activities:
Christmas colouring Make-your-own holiday ornament stationSponsored by Adams Building Supply
Perfect for keeping little hands busy while the grown-ups enjoy a coffee and some shopping.
Cookie Decorating KitsWant to make things a little sweeter?
Cookie Decorating Kits will be available for $5 and include:
• Two holiday cookies
• Icing
• Festive sprinkles
• Icing
• Festive sprinkles
Decorate, snack, and enjoy some holiday fun together!
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MERRY MARKET PASSPORTEvery shopper will receive a Merry Market Passport upon arrival.
As you explore the market, visit participating vendors and collect their signatures. Once your passport is complete, return it to The Sideyard before you leave for your chance to win our Merry Market Basket!
Filled with generously donated goodies from participating vendors, the basket celebrates the incredible talent and generosity of our local small business community — while encouraging shoppers to discover all that the market has to offer.
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HOLIDAY LUNCH & BISTROThe Best Little Pork Shoppe will be joining us for the day, serving up delicious lunch for hungry shoppers.
Grab your lunch and a drink from The Sideyard, then head upstairs to our Holiday Bistro — a cozy space to sit, relax, catch up with friends and neighbours, and enjoy a little time together in the middle of the holiday hustle.
Because we want you to do more than just shop — we want you to stay awhile.
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FEATURED MERRY MARKET SPONSORSA huge thank you to the local businesses and community members supporting The Sideyard Merry Market and helping bring this event to life!
Adams Building Supply
The Best Little Pork Shoppe
RJ Trucks
Grant & Cindy Scott
The Best Little Pork Shoppe
RJ Trucks
Grant & Cindy Scott
MERRY MARKET VOLUNTEERSA special thank you to those helping make the day run smoothly and creating a welcoming experience for our shoppers!
Adams Building Supply
Shakespeare Men’s Club
Shakespeare Men’s Club
We’re so grateful for everyone who is helping bring The Merry Market to life and making this community event possible!
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GIVING BACKADMISSION IS FREE!
While admission is free, donations in support of the Shakespeare Optimist Hall are warmly welcomed and appreciated.
Your generosity helps maintain this cherished community space and supports future events and initiatives that bring our community together.
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COME SPEND THE AFTERNOON WITH US!Bring your family. Bring your friends. Grab a coffee. Shop local. Visit Santa. Enjoy some lunch. Make a Christmas craft.
And most importantly — stay awhile.
We can’t wait to welcome you to The Sideyard Merry Market and hopefully start a new holiday tradition right here in Shakespeare.
Sunday, November 15, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Shakespeare Optimist HallShakespeare, Ontario
More than a market. A holiday tradition in the making.