The twinkle lights are shining along Bank Street, festive window displays are bringing a little extra magic to the neighbourhood, and your favourite local shops are ready to help you check off that holiday gift list.
Grab a seasonal latté, bundle up and get ready to explore because Glebe Spree is back for 2026, bringing plenty of holiday cheer and exciting chances to win!
From November 14 to December 31, the Glebe Business Improvement Area (BIA) is inviting shoppers to celebrate the season, support local businesses and enter for a chance to win a Glebe shopping spree. Whether you're hunting for the perfect gift, grabbing a bite with friends, treating yourself or picking up everyday essentials, shopping local has never been so rewarding!
With over 140 participating businesses and $13,000 in Early Bird and Grand Prizes, there are plenty of reasons to make the Glebe your holiday shopping destination.
Shop Local for Your Chance to Win Big!
This holiday season, your purchases could turn into something extraordinary! Glebe Spree is giving shoppers six chances to win a holiday shopping spree, plus surprise prizes throughout the season.
Here's what's up for grabs:
- 🎉 2 x $1,000 Early Bird Prizes: Get your completed ballot in before December 6 for your chance to win!
- 🛍️ 4 x $2,500 Grand Prizes: Submit your completed ballots by December 31 for a chance to win one of four incredible Glebe shopping sprees!
- 🎁 $100 Any Day Prizes: From November 16 to December 11, lucky shoppers could be surprised with a $100 gift certificate at select participating businesses. You never know when or where a little holiday magic might strike!
From holiday gifts and cozy cafés to local restaurants, wellness experiences and neighbourhood favourites, there are so many ways to shop, explore and win in the Glebe.
How to Enter Glebe Spree 2026
Joining the fun is easy! Here's how to turn your local purchases into a chance to win:
- Pick up a Glebe Spree ballot at any participating business or print one at glebespree.ca.
- Shop local and collect stickers! For every $15 you spend before tax at participating businesses, you'll receive one Glebe Spree sticker.
- Fill your ballot. Collect 10 stickers, representing $150 in purchases, to complete your ballot.
- Enter to win! Fill in your contact information and drop off your completed ballot at any participating business before the contest deadline.
And the best part? You can keep shopping, collecting and entering! Every completed ballot gives you another chance to win.
Don't forget about Two Sticker Tuesdays! Shop at participating businesses on Tuesdays and receive two stickers for every $15 spent before tax. It's an extra little holiday bonus to help you fill your ballot even faster!
Ready, Set, Spree!
Glebe Spree officially kicks off on Saturday, November 14, and runs until December 31, 2026.
A heartfelt thank you to our 2026 sponsors: CAA North and East Ontario and Poulet Rouge for supporting this year’s Grand Prizes Your generosity helps make this cherished community tradition possible.
Let’s make this holiday season one to remember. Shop local, collect your stickers and be part of something special, right here in the Glebe.
For full contest details, visit glebespree.ca
