U of T Startup Holiday Market 2025

Looking for one-of-a-kind gifts and the chance to support emerging local businesses right here on campus? Join us at the U of T Startup Holiday Market, hosted in partnership with the U of T Bookstore, for a festive event showcasing innovative products and services available for purchase from the University of Toronto’s brightest entrepreneurs.

Why attend?

• Exclusive Products: Buy cutting-edge products and services not available in other stores – all created by U of T startups. Find apparel, skincare, tech gadgets, self care products, delicious snacks and more. There’s something for everyone!
• Community Spirit: Connect with students, alumni, staff, and the wider community in a celebration of local entrepreneurship and holiday cheer.
• Meet the Founders: Chat with the entrepreneurs behind the products, learn about their journeys, and get inspired.
• Festive Atmosphere: Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holidays with some music, treats, and the excitement of supporting local.

No registration required – just come by and shop UTE local!

Participating Vendors

• Eatable Foods Inc.
• Ecopal
• Elemental Notes
• FWPT
• Ginny
• Happy Cramps
• Indus Space
• La Luméa
• Morning Breath
• My Dorm Store
• NORM 
• PosePone
• Sleepyeve
• Toothpod
• Uma
• Wild Whimsy Woolies
• Yogi Delight

This is more than a holiday market—it’s a unique opportunity to engage with Toronto’s entrepreneurship community, find memorable gifts, and show your support for U of T’s entrepreneurs.

From 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., the UTE Community Winter Social will take place during the holiday market. Network with our dynamic ecosystem of entrepreneurs, community partners, staff, and students. Interact with U of T startup founders, participate in our startup open mic programming and shop for the perfect holiday gift. All are welcome.

We look forward to celebrating this festive season with you!