Christmas Things to Do in Clarington & Durham Region in 2026
Looking for fun Christmas things to do in Clarington or Durham Region this holiday season? If you're looking for something a little more creative than the usual Christmas shopping or dinner out, why not make something?
Artilily & Co. is bringing a lineup of festive creative workshops to Bowmanville and Clarington this November and December, with options for families, friends, couples and anyone who loves a good Christmas craft.
Here are some of the creative things you can do this Christmas season!
Make Your Own Holiday Cards — November 7
Get a head start on your Christmas cards at the Lino Cut Holiday Card Workshop in Bowmanville.
You'll learn the basics of lino printing, carve your own festive design and use it to create multiple handmade prints. It's a fun way to make something personal for friends and family—and you'll even take your lino block home to use again.
📍 Tilted Glass Brewing Co., Bowmanville
📅 November 7, 2026 | 1–4 pm
Make Your Own Christmas Ornaments — November 8
Looking for a festive activity in Bowmanville? The Scandinavian Paper Ornament Workshop is a cozy afternoon of colourful paper crafting inspired by Nordic Christmas décor.
You'll create multiple handmade ornaments to take home and use on your Christmas tree, gifts or holiday décor. It's suitable for families, friends and beginners.
📍 Tilted Glass Brewing Co., Bowmanville
📅 November 8, 2026 | 4–6 pm
Make Handmade Clay Christmas Ornaments — November 20
Get your hands dirty and create your own collection of handmade clay Christmas ornaments.
You'll learn simple techniques for shaping, texturing and decorating clay, with plenty of room to make your ornaments your own. No previous experience is required and all materials are included.
📍 Bowmanville
📅 November 20, 2026
A Picture Perfect Crafty Christmas — November 21
Looking for a family Christmas activity in Clarington?
This special holiday experience combines Christmas crafting with a festive mini photo session. You'll create personalized clay ornaments while Laura from Gooseberry Studios captures holiday photos of your family.
It's a fun option if you're looking for a new family tradition—or a memorable Christmas gift for grandparents.
📍 Tilted Glass Brewing Co., Bowmanville
📅 November 21, 2026 | 2–4 pm
Paint Your Pet — December 5
Looking for a unique Christmas activity or a fun outing with friends?
At Paint Your Pet, you'll turn a favourite photo of your dog, cat or other beloved pet into your own painted portrait. You'll receive a custom outline and step-by-step guidance, making this workshop beginner-friendly.
It's also a pretty great Christmas gift idea for the pet lover in your life!
📍 Tilted Glass Brewing Co., Bowmanville
📅 December 5, 2026 | 2–4:30 pm
Make Your Own Matchbook Shadow Box — December 6
For something completely different, try a Matchbook Shadow Box Workshop.
Choose from thousands of vintage matchbooks to create a personalized framed piece of art. You can also bring small photographs or meaningful mementos to incorporate into your design.
📍 Tilted Glass Brewing Co., Bowmanville
📅 December 6, 2026 | 4–6 pm
Make This Christmas a Little More Creative
Whether you're looking for a Christmas activity in Bowmanville, a festive date night, a girls' night out, a family activity or simply an excuse to get creative, there's plenty of opportunity to make something this holiday season.
All Artilily & Co. workshops are designed to be approachable and beginner-friendly, so you don't need to be an artist to join in.
Explore all upcoming workshops and find your next creative Christmas activity.
