Thorpe Toys

05/14/2026

It’s market season again and we are looking forward to seeing everyone!
This week we’ll be setting up the toy booth at:
👉 Thursday 4-7:30pm, Toronto
👉 Saturday 9-1pm, Bradford
👉 Monday 3-7pm, Toronto
👉 Sickkids Local Market, Tuesday 11-2pm, Toronto

Hand-crafted wooden toys made in Waterloo by the Thorpe family since 1975. They are built for fun and built-to-last.

For Sorauren and Sickkids we are bringing a small selection of our toys and games, not the FULL LARGE rack you might have gotten familiar with. (The mini simply can’t hold one of every toy we make!)

If you are looking for a specific toy, it’s always best to order online - ThorpeToys.com - and ask Gerry to bring it to the market for pickup. (And we can do that at any market Thorpe Toys or attends)

Come on by and play with our toys.
All ages welcome!

12/04/2025

It's a big weekend this weekend as the holidays are upon us in full!
This weekend we are going crazy and doing 2 multi-day shows in Mississauga.
Fair December
❄️ Saturday 10-4pm;
❄️ Sunday 10-4pm
📍 at Cawthra Park Secondary School
From Lex’s Pantry only - no toys.

Experience the Magic: Fifth Annual Mississauga Festival of Trees🌲 Friday 7:30pm-10:30pm;
🌲Saturday 10-6pm;
🌲Sunday 10-6pm
🌲(and the following weekend)
📍 at the Small Arms Inspection Building at the foot of Dixie
BOTH Thorpe Toys & From Lex's Pantry products will be available
AND

you can always go to both.

10/29/2025

We are excited to announce that we will be part of the York Region United Way Holiday Market this year. Come on by Wednesday Nov 19th from 9-5pm in Newmarket! See you there!

🎄 Celebrate the holiday season at the York Region United Way Holiday Market!

Join us on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the York Region Administrative Centre in Town of Newmarket and shop unique gifts from local artisans, enjoy festive activities and make a difference in your community. 🎁✨

Learn more at york.ca/HolidayMarket

09/19/2025

Yesterday’s star visitor at the booth
We want to be taking more photos and videos for you to see our toys in use, but we are often busy helping parents and kids find just the right toy to take home.
So, yesterday we brought .co to the market with us and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results!
Watch for more photos and videos of our toys shot by Jessica of .co coming soon.
We ❤️seeing yours too!

07/12/2025

🚨 Toronto! We’re back at Allan Gardens Farmers' Market tomorrow!
🗓️ Saturday, July 12 | 🕙 10am–2pm
📍 Outside on the northwest side of Allan Gardens (near Carleton & Jarvis)

It’s a double-feature day under our tent — stock up on spice blends and handcrafted wooden toys in one spot:

🧂 From Lex’s Pantry — Lex is bringing our small-batch, globally-inspired spice blends — gluten-free, vegan, additive-free, and made in Toronto.
🧸 Thorpe Toys — Gerry is bringing the family’s handcrafted wooden toys, made in Waterloo and built to last (and be loved) for generations.

🌻 While you're here, check out everything else the market has to offer:
🍅 Farm-fresh produce
🍯 Local honey
🥗 Fresh meals to grab and go (or enjoy in the Children’s Garden)
💐 Flowers, crafts & more

💬 Come by, shop local, and stock up for summer.
👉 Tag a friend, bring a tote, and swing by before your weekend fills up!

06/07/2025

Today's from 10-2pm we are at Allan Gardens Farmers Market in Toronto at Jarvis & Carleton

We will be setup with Thorpe Toys and From Lex’s Pantry inside the Children's Conservatory which is on the north-west side of the building. There will be vendors outside in the teaching garden as well which you can access from Gerrard.

If you haven't been to this market, or haven't been to Allan Gardens since the Palm House reopened, it's a great day to come for a visit.

It's the perfect place to pick up local staples from a tightly curated group of farmers, bakers and makers. Grad a new toy and then pickup your morning coffee from our friends at Spirited Tarts, a breakfast grilled grilled cheese from Magic Oven, and stock up on your spices for dinner.

Here's the list:
with eggs, preserves, and meat 🥚
with fruit, veg, and jams 🥕
with fruits and veg 🥬
with coffee and treats ☕️
with bread and baked goods 🍞
with honey 🍯
Magic Oven with delicious prepared food 🥪
with pizza and more 🍕
From Lex’s Pantry with spice blends 🌶️
Thorpe Toyswith artisanal wooden toys 🚙
with dream catchers 🪶

11/29/2024

🎄✨ Join us at the Mississauga Festival of Trees from Dec 5-8 & Dec 13-15 at the Small Arms Inspection Building!
Discover our beautiful handcrafted wooden toys that spark joy and creativity in every child. 🌟 Perfect for parents and grandparents looking for unique gifts! 🎁❤️

Join us at the historic Small Arms Inspection Building from Dec 6-8 & 13-15 for a festive adventure that’ll spark imagination and create memories. Explore our unique wooden toys alongside 80+ local artisans, surrounded by stunning art installations and twinkling holiday lights!
Bring the family for a day of fun, lights, and holiday spirit! Don’t miss out on the workshops, live entertainment, and pay-what-you-can admission. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering us for the first time, we can’t wait to have you drop by the booth and play with our toys!

11/27/2024

We are super excited to be bringing a limited collection of grab-and-go gift bags to tonight.
No muss, no fuss, but the coolest stuff!
Ready as a stocking stuffer, Hanukkah gift, or a host gift for the little ones in the house.
Only available in person, and only available until we sell out!
See you tonight in Newmarket from 5-8pm!

11/12/2024

We’re excited to announce that Thorpe Toys will be at Fair November from November 14-17 at the University of Guelph! 🎉 We can’t wait to reconnect with all our returning friends and customers we’ve met over the decades—your support means the world to us!
Join us to explore our handcrafted toys, perfect for holiday gifting. 🎁 Enjoy FREE admission and discover unique creations from talented artisans. Bring your friends and family for a fun-filled shopping experience, and don’t miss out on supporting local artisans while finding one-of-a-kind treasures.
See you there! 🌟