The Cumberland Museum & Archives Winterfaire
November 15 & 16, 2025, from 10 am to 4:30 pm daily.
WinterFaire is not just a market; it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and the holiday spirit. This annual event is a cherished tradition that brings together artisans, crafters, and the community to celebrate the spirit of the season with handmade goods, homemade food, and vibrant festival music. WinterFaire supports local artisans, fostering community connections, and contributing to the ongoing work of the Cumberland Museum & Archives as its largest annual fundraiser.
WinterFaire takes place over two days, Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16, 2025, transforming three locations in the heart of downtown Cumberland into a bustling holiday market. This event is an excellent opportunity to find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and is attended by approximately 3000-4000 people over its duration.
We look forward to seeing you at this year’s WinterFaire, keep posted on our facebook .
Plan Your Shopping Adventure:
Enter through the Museum Giftshop, Admission is by donation (suggested $5) and all proceeds support the annual and special programming of the Cumberland Museum & Archives.
Check-in at the Museum on the day of the event. You will be given a weekend wristband to enter all locations (so keep it on and you won’t be asked to donate again), plus entry ballots for our fun and unique door prizes!
With over 75 vendors located at the Cumberland Cultural Centre (on both floors) and the Cumberland Recreation Institute you can shop till you drop. Venue doors open at 10 am until 4:30 pm daily.
Get Involved Become a Volunteer
FOR VENDORS | Applications are NOW OPEN.
Notifications of general acceptance will be sent out via email by July 18, 2025.
For additional information on participating as a vendor check out Vendor information here.
Scam Alert:
We value the trust and relationships we’ve built with our vendors and the community. Please note that all official communications related to WinterFaire will come from a Cumberland Museum email address. If you receive any suspicious messages or have concerns about your application, reach out to us directly at vendors@cumberlandmuseum.ca or info@cumberlandmuseum.ca.
We are committed to maintaining the integrity of our event through professional and secure correspondence. We look forward to celebrating the season with you!