What ages are the hands-on cooking activities designed for?

COOKSMART's holiday festival activities are designed for children aged 4 to 14, with dedicated toddler-friendly sensory tasting areas and kitchen skill stations suited for both younger chefs and teens.

Are dietary restrictions and food allergies accommodated?

Yes! COOKSMART programs are 100% nut-free and our team is experienced in offering allergen-conscious recipes, including vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-sensitive alternatives.

Where in Mississauga or the GTA will the event take place?

The festival is taking place in an accessible community venue in Mississauga with ample parking and public transit access. The finalized venue will be unveiled to VIP waitlist subscribers first.

COOKSMART 10th Anniversary Holiday Festival | Cooking Classes & Holiday Market

COOKSMART’s 10th Anniversary Holiday Festival

Sunday, December 6, 2026

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Celebrating 10 Years • Unwrap Gift

Ten years of getting kids cooking. Let’s celebrate together.

We’re bringing GTA families, local food businesses and makers together for a holiday festival filled with hands-on activities, seasonal food and gift shopping.

Mississauga / Greater Toronto Area • Venue to be announced soon

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Three Ways to Celebrate With Us

We’re planning a fun-filled day with plenty for families to explore.

Make Something Together

Hands-on culinary activities inspired by COOKSMART’s love of good food, creativity, and practical kitchen skills for kids.

Taste Something Delicious

Artisan food vendors, seasonal treats, warming holiday drinks, and fresh local flavours to savour throughout the day.

Shop Something Special

A curated holiday market featuring local makers, handmade gifts, kitchen treasures, and small businesses worth discovering.

Sneak Peek

What’s Cooking at the Festival

Here is an early look at what we're preparing for kids, teens, and parents on December 6.

Culinary Station

Cookie & Pretzel Crafting

Kids craft holiday cookies with wholesome ingredients and take home their creations.

Live Kitchen

Junior Chef Demos

Interactive demonstrations showing easy knife-safe chopping, measuring, and food assembly.

Warm Delights

Cider & Cocoa Lounge

Hot spiced apple cider and a custom hot cocoa topping bar for warming up with friends.

Local Makers

Artisan Vendors

Shop handmade pottery, Ontario honey, jams, children's books, and holiday gifts.

Ten Years of Skills That Last

For ten years, COOKSMART has helped children learn their way around the kitchen, try new foods and build practical skills they can use throughout their lives.

This festival is a chance to celebrate with the families, schools, team members and community partners who have been part of that journey.

Pull Me to Crack Open Our Story!

Years of Cooking Excellence & Family Fun!

Click the cracker repeatedly to discover our milestones!

Loved by GTA Families

What Parents & Teachers Say

COOKSMART has inspired healthy habits in over 50,000 children across Ontario.

"My daughter used to be extremely picky. After one COOKSMART session, she was chopping bell peppers and eager to make salads for our whole family!"

Sarah M.

Parent • Mississauga, ON

"The focus on safety, kitchen science, and hands-on participation is phenomenal. The kids didn't want the workshop to end. Can't wait for this festival!"

David K.

Elementary Educator • Peel District

"COOKSMART provides skills kids use for life. A holiday festival bringing together good food, families, and community is the best way to celebrate 10 years."

Elena R.

Parent of two • Oakville, ON

Get Involved

Help us create an unforgettable day for local families.

Bring Your Business

Interested in becoming a vendor?

We’re especially interested in seasonal food, handmade gifts, kitchen-inspired products, children’s books and creative activities. Tell us about your business and what you’d like to bring.

Vendor submissions close on Nov 1, 2026.

Support the Celebration

Interested in sponsorship?

Support a family activity, contribute useful products or services, or explore a wider festival sponsorship. We’re looking for partners who share our interest in helping children build practical skills.

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about joining COOKSMART’s 10th Anniversary Holiday Festival.

COOKSMART's holiday festival activities are designed for children aged 4 to 14. We will have dedicated toddler-friendly sensory tasting areas, age-appropriate safety knives, and kitchen skill challenges suited for both younger chefs and teens.

Yes! COOKSMART programs are 100% nut-free. Our culinary educator team is deeply experienced in providing allergen-conscious recipes, including vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-sensitive alternatives so every child can participate safely.

General admission to the holiday marketplace and exhibition area is free! Specific hands-on culinary workshops and masterclasses will offer VIP pre-registration to reserve guaranteed kitchen ingredient kits.

The festival will be hosted at an accessible indoor venue in Mississauga / Peel Region with ample free parking and public transit connections. The exact location is being announced first to our VIP waitlist members!

Yes! We welcome Ontario food artisans, bakers, makers, and family-oriented businesses. You can submit your application directly on this page via the "Register Vendor Interest" button. Applications close November 1, 2026.

Join the VIP Guest List & Unwrap Your Free Holiday Pack

Get your free COOKSMART Holiday Kitchen Activity Pack, filled with an easy family recipe, Food Heads: Holiday Edition, a recipe gift sheet and Holiday Kitchen Bingo!

You’ll also receive VIP early-bird festival announcements, schedule releases, and attendee perks for Sunday, December 6, 2026.

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