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    Canada’s love affair with chocolate runs deep, and it comes to life in vibrant chocolate festivals across the country. These celebrations of sweetness are a haven for chocolate lovers, featuring artisanal creations, tastings, workshops, and a chance to meet the masterminds behind your favourite treats. From creamy truffles to velvety hot cocoa, Canadian chocolate festivals showcase the diversity and artistry of chocolatiers, making them a must-visit for dessert enthusiasts.

    A Celebration of Cocoa Bliss

    Chocolate is more than a treat; it’s an experience, and Canadian chocolate festivals deliver this in spades. These events unite chocolate makers, chefs, and connoisseurs under one roof to celebrate everything cocoa. With interactive exhibits, live demonstrations, and opportunities to sample award-winning confections, these festivals offer an unforgettable journey into the world of chocolate craftsmanship. Whether you’re a fan of dark, milk, or white chocolate, there’s something for everyone to savour.

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    More Canadian Chocolate Festivals for You to Consider

    To March 14, 2025
    Delta Hot Chocolate Fest
    Cafes and Bakeries in Tsawwassen, Ladner, and North Delta, British Columbia
    www.southdeltalocal.ca

    The Delta Hot Chocolate Fest is a delightful celebration of warmth and indulgence, bringing the community together over delicious, handcrafted hot chocolate creations. Local cafés, bakeries, and restaurants showcase their unique takes on this classic winter treat, offering everything from rich, velvety cocoa to creative, gourmet flavours. Perfect for families, couples, and chocolate lovers alike, the festival not only satisfies sweet cravings but also supports local businesses. Whether you prefer traditional or adventurous flavours, the Delta Hot Chocolate Fest is a must-visit event to cozy up this winter!

    April 25-26, 2025
    ChocoFest 2025 – Alberta’s Premier Chocolate Tasting Festival
    Millennium Place, 2000 Premier Way, Sherwood Park, Alberta
    chocofest.ca

    ChocoFest 2025 is an exciting new chocolate-tasting festival that will attract thousands of attendees from across Alberta, providing home-based businesses, retail outlets and wholesale suppliers a platform to showcase their products and expand their reach while giving attendees an opportunity to taste a large variety of chocolates sourced from around the world.

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    August 4 – 7, 2025
    Chocolate Fest
    73 Milltown Blvd., St. Stephen, New Brunswick
    chocolate-fest.ca | tourismnewbrunswick.ca/festivals-events/chocolate-fest

    The Chocolate Fest in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, celebrates the town’s rich history as “Canada’s Chocolate Town.” Held annually, this festival offers indulgent tastings, chocolate-making workshops, family-friendly activities, and cultural events. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, explore local artisan creations, and learn about St. Stephen’s sweet legacy. Perfect for all ages, Chocolate Fest is a delightful celebration of community and confectionery excellence.

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    October 1-31, 2025
    Toronto Chocolate Festival
    Various Locations, Toronto, ON
    www.torontochocolatefestival.com

    The Toronto Chocolate Festival is an annual celebration of all things chocolate, held in the heart of Canada’s largest city. This decadent event features tastings, chocolate-themed dinners, and workshops led by renowned chocolatiers and pastry chefs. Visitors can explore artisan creations, innovative desserts, and chocolate pairings. Perfect for chocolate lovers, the festival highlights both indulgence and artistry, making it a must-visit for those with a passion for sweet experiences.

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    October 26, 2025
    THE OTTAWA CHOCOLATE SHOW
    Algonquin College Event Salons, Woodroffe Campus, Ottawa
    theottawachocolateshow.ca

    The Ottawa Chocolate Show is a must-visit event for chocolate lovers, bringing together artisanal chocolatiers, pastry chefs, and cocoa experts under one roof. Guests can sample a variety of handcrafted chocolates, truffles, and desserts while learning about the art of chocolate-making through live demonstrations and workshops. Whether you’re a connoisseur or simply have a sweet tooth, The Ottawa Chocolate Show offers a delectable journey into the world of fine chocolate, making it a perfect outing for families and food enthusiasts alike.

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    January – February 2026
    5th Annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Okanagan Valley Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the Central Okanagan Food Bank
    okanaganhotchocolatefest.ca

    Inspired by hot chocolate festivals around the world, the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival celebrates the culinary talent of the Okanagan Valley while raising awareness of select local charities. Locals can find participating locations and flavours on the festival’s flavour map page and roam throughout the Okanagan to sip and celebrate.

    January  – February 2026
    The 15th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Vancouver British Columbia Locations
    In Support of 3 Local Charity Organizations
    hotchocolatefest.com

    Since 2011, the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival has become the first city-wide initiative of its kind in the world. This January is the 15th season to feature the region’s best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, gelato and ice cream makers — all coming together to make the humble hot chocolate hotter than it has ever been before. With over 162 hot chocolate designs featured at 105 locations spanning 10+ municipalities, there’s much to discover this year. Look around, try out some new neighbourhoods, and experience as many of these exciting, time-limited flavours as you can.

    February 2026
    Calgary Meals on Wheels Presents YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Calgary Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, Alberta
    In Support of Calgary Meals on Wheels
    yychotchocolate.com

    Every February, participating cafés, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted awards of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, Cup That Runneth Over (most sold) and, new for 2024, the Most Creative Hot Chocolate. For 28 days, Calgarians can sip varieties of hot cocoas and vote to determine the blend that roasts them all!

    February 2026
    Chocolate and Cheese
    Twenty Wineries, Niagara and St. Catharines, Ontario
    wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com/experiences/detail/chocolate-cheese

    The Chocolate and Cheese event offers a decadent pairing of artisanal chocolates and gourmet cheeses, creating a rich sensory experience that delights food lovers. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in the region’s finest flavours. Choose Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Experiences from Twenty Wineries!

    February 2026
    The 15th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Vancouver British Columbia Locations
    In Support of 3 Local Charity Organizations
    hotchocolatefest.com

    Since 2011, the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival has become the first city-wide initiative of its kind in the world. This 15th season features the region’s best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, gelato and ice cream makers — all coming together to make the humble hot chocolate hotter than it has ever been before. With over 162 hot chocolate designs featured at 105 locations spanning 10+ municipalities, there’s much to discover this year. Look around, try out some new neighbourhoods, and experience as many of these exciting, time-limited flavours as you can.

    February 2026
    5th Annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Okanagan Valley Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the Central Okanagan Food Bank
    okanaganhotchocolatefest.ca

    Inspired by hot chocolate festivals around the world, the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival celebrates the culinary talent of the Okanagan Valley while raising awareness of select local charities. Locals can find participating locations and flavours on the festival’s flavour map page and roam throughout the Okanagan to sip and celebrate.

    February 2026
    Comox Valley Chocolate Festival
    Courtenay, British Columbia
    larchecomoxvalley.org/events/cvchocolatefest

    Indulge your sweet tooth at the Comox Valley Chocolate Festival! This delectable event, hosted by L’Arche Comox Valley, showcases the region’s finest chocolate creations, live entertainment, and fun activities for all ages. Proceeds support community programs for individuals with disabilities. Don’t miss this chocolate lover’s dream!

    February 2026
    Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Participating Victoria’s Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre
    hotchocolatefestvictoria.com

    Victoria Hot Chocolate Festival is a month-long event from February 1 to 28, 2025. Participating local businesses showcase their creativity and community spirit by creating hot chocolate experiences that support the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre. $1 of each purchase supports the BC SPCA.

    February  – March 2026
    Chocolat Moncton: Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Participating Businesses in Moncton, Dieppe, Shediac and Greater Moncton Area, NB
    In Support of Inclusion Advocacy SENB
    chocolatmoncton.com

    Indulge in the Chocolat Moncton Hot Chocolate Festival! Sip on delicious creations from participating businesses in Moncton, Dieppe, Shediac, and Greater Moncton. Each purchase donates $0.50 to Inclusion Advocacy SENB, which supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join us in fostering acceptance and inclusion, one cup of hot chocolate at a time!

    More Canadian Chocolate Festivals for You to Consider

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    April

    April 25-26, 2025
    ChocoFest 2025 – Alberta’s Premier Chocolate Tasting Festival
    Millennium Place, 2000 Premier Way, Sherwood Park, Alberta
    chocofest.ca

    ChocoFest 2025 is an exciting new chocolate-tasting festival that will attract thousands of attendees from across Alberta, providing home-based businesses, retail outlets and wholesale suppliers a platform to showcase their products and expand their reach while giving attendees an opportunity to taste a large variety of chocolates sourced from around the world.

    May

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    August

    August 4 – 7, 2025
    Chocolate Fest
    73 Milltown Blvd., St. Stephen, New Brunswick
    chocolate-fest.ca | tourismnewbrunswick.ca/festivals-events/chocolate-fest

    The Chocolate Fest in St. Stephen, New Brunswick, celebrates the town’s rich history as “Canada’s Chocolate Town.” Held annually, this festival offers indulgent tastings, chocolate-making workshops, family-friendly activities, and cultural events. Visitors can enjoy live entertainment, explore local artisan creations, and learn about St. Stephen’s sweet legacy. Perfect for all ages, Chocolate Fest is a delightful celebration of community and confectionery excellence.

    September

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    October

    October 1-31, 2025
    Toronto Chocolate Festival
    Various Locations, Toronto, ON
    www.torontochocolatefestival.com

    The Toronto Chocolate Festival is an annual celebration of all things chocolate, held in the heart of Canada’s largest city. This decadent event features tastings, chocolate-themed dinners, and workshops led by renowned chocolatiers and pastry chefs. Visitors can explore artisan creations, innovative desserts, and chocolate pairings. Perfect for chocolate lovers, the festival highlights both indulgence and artistry, making it a must-visit for those with a passion for sweet experiences.

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    October 26, 2025
    THE OTTAWA CHOCOLATE SHOW
    Algonquin College Event Salons, Woodroffe Campus, Ottawa
    theottawachocolateshow.ca

    The Ottawa Chocolate Show is a must-visit event for chocolate lovers, bringing together artisanal chocolatiers, pastry chefs, and cocoa experts under one roof. Guests can sample a variety of handcrafted chocolates, truffles, and desserts while learning about the art of chocolate-making through live demonstrations and workshops. Whether you’re a connoisseur or simply have a sweet tooth, The Ottawa Chocolate Show offers a delectable journey into the world of fine chocolate, making it a perfect outing for families and food enthusiasts alike.

    Novenber

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    2026 January

    To February 14, 2025
    The 14th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Vancouver British Columbia Locations
    In Support of 3 Local Charity Organizations
    hotchocolatefest.com

    Since 2011, the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival has become the first city-wide initiative of its kind in the world. This January is the 14th season to feature the region’s best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, gelato and ice cream makers — all coming together to make the humble hot chocolate hotter than it has ever been before. With over 162 hot chocolate designs featured at 105 locations spanning 10+ municipalities, there’s much to discover this year. Look around, try out some new neighbourhoods, and experience as many of these exciting, time-limited flavours as you can.

    To February 16, 2025
    4th Annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Okanagan Valley Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the Central Okanagan Food Bank
    okanaganhotchocolatefest.ca

    Inspired by hot chocolate festivals around the world, the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival celebrates the culinary talent of the Okanagan Valley while raising awareness of select local charities. Locals can find participating locations and flavours on the festival’s flavour map page and roam throughout the Okanagan to sip and celebrate.

    February

    February 2026
    Calgary Meals on Wheels Presents YYC Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Calgary Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, Alberta
    In Support of Calgary Meals on Wheels
    yychotchocolate.com

    Every February, participating cafés, restaurants, and chocolatiers compete for the coveted awards of YYC’s Best Hot Chocolate, Best Spirited Hot Chocolate, Cup That Runneth Over (most sold) and, new for 2024, the Most Creative Hot Chocolate. For 28 days, Calgarians can sip varieties of hot cocoas and vote to determine the blend that roasts them all!

    February 2026
    Chocolate and Cheese
    Twenty Wineries, Niagara and St. Catharines, Ontario
    wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com/experiences/detail/chocolate-cheese

    The Chocolate and Cheese event offers a decadent pairing of artisanal chocolates and gourmet cheeses, creating a rich sensory experience that delights food lovers. It’s a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in the region’s finest flavours. Choose Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Experiences from Twenty Wineries!

    February 2026
    The 15th Annual Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Vancouver British Columbia Locations
    In Support of 3 Local Charity Organizations
    hotchocolatefest.com

    Since 2011, the Greater Vancouver Hot Chocolate Festival has become the first city-wide initiative of its kind in the world. This 15th season features the region’s best chocolatiers, pastry shops, bakeries, cafes, gelato and ice cream makers — all coming together to make the humble hot chocolate hotter than it has ever been before. With over 162 hot chocolate designs featured at 105 locations spanning 10+ municipalities, there’s much to discover this year. Look around, try out some new neighbourhoods, and experience as many of these exciting, time-limited flavours as you can.

    February 2026
    5th Annual Okanagan Hot Chocolate Fest
    Various Participating Okanagan Valley Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the Central Okanagan Food Bank
    okanaganhotchocolatefest.ca

    Inspired by hot chocolate festivals around the world, the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival celebrates the culinary talent of the Okanagan Valley while raising awareness of select local charities. Locals can find participating locations and flavours on the festival’s flavour map page and roam throughout the Okanagan to sip and celebrate.

    February 2026
    Comox Valley Chocolate Festival
    Courtenay, British Columbia
    larchecomoxvalley.org/events/cvchocolatefest

    Indulge your sweet tooth at the Comox Valley Chocolate Festival! This delectable event, hosted by L’Arche Comox Valley, showcases the region’s finest chocolate creations, live entertainment, and fun activities for all ages. Proceeds support community programs for individuals with disabilities. Don’t miss this chocolate lover’s dream!

    February 2026
    Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Participating Victoria’s Cafes, Restaurants, and Chocolatiers, British Columbia
    In Support of the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre
    hotchocolatefestvictoria.com

    Victoria Hot Chocolate Festival is a month-long event from February 1 to 28, 2025. Participating local businesses showcase their creativity and community spirit by creating hot chocolate experiences that support the BC SPCA Victoria Community Animal Centre. $1 of each purchase supports the BC SPCA.

    February  – March 2026
    Chocolat Moncton: Hot Chocolate Festival
    Various Participating Businesses in Moncton, Dieppe, Shediac and Greater Moncton Area, NB
    In Support of Inclusion Advocacy SENB
    chocolatmoncton.com

    Indulge in the Chocolat Moncton Hot Chocolate Festival! Sip on delicious creations from participating businesses in Moncton, Dieppe, Shediac, and Greater Moncton. Each purchase donates $0.50 to Inclusion Advocacy SENB, which supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join us in fostering acceptance and inclusion, one cup of hot chocolate at a time!

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