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The North Pole Holiday Market in Oshawa closed early in Jan. 2026 due to low attendance and bad weather, with plans for 2026 uncertain.
The North Pole Holiday Market in Oshawa, Ontario, closed two days early on January 2, 2026, due to poor attendance and bad weather.
Despite going viral on social media, it drew only about 6,000 visitors—far below the projected 35,000.
Organized by Raymond Young and his daughter, the event featured igloo-style domes with a heated café, Santa’s igloo, food vendors, a kids’ arcade, and an outdoor movie tent.
With attendance low and financial viability uncertain, the market’s return in 2026 is unclear.
Young is now selling the insulated cast steel domes—available in four- and six-metre sizes—for use in backyards, off-grid homes, or AirBnBs, with setup and delivery options in Durham Region.
Buyers can contact organizers via the LMI Yurt Village Facebook page or the North Pole Holiday Market Instagram.
El Mercado de vacaciones del Polo Norte en Oshawa cerró a principios de enero de 2026 debido a la baja asistencia y el mal tiempo, con planes inciertos para 2026.