It’s holiday bazaar time. Start — and dare we say, complete? — your holiday shopping with a festive lineup of local winter markets.
One-day or weekend markets
Keep an eye on the calendar for Libbie Mill’s winter festivities.
Photo via @libbiemillrva
Friday, Nov. 15-Sunday, Nov. 23
Merry Midtown at Libbie Mill Midtown | Friday, Nov. 15 | 6-9 p.m.
- Get your holiday season started with music, food trucks, seasonal drinks, carriage rides, and vendors in the market square.
Craft + Design at Main Street Station | Friday, Nov. 21-Sunday, Nov. 23 | Times vary
- The Visual Arts Center of Richmond attracts thousands of shoppers for this museum-quality contemporary craft show in Shockoe.
Richmond Moon Market at Stone Brewing | Saturday, Nov. 22 | 12-5 p.m.
- This indoor craft and wellness market brings together Central Virginia’s weirdest, wildest, and most wonderful artisans.
Richmond Craft Show at Henrico Sports + Events Center | Saturday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 23 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Find handmade crafts, jewelry, and art for everyone on your list.
Holiday Market by Simple Fitness at Simple Fitness| Sunday, Nov. 23 |11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Stop by Westwood Avenue for 20+ local vendors, raffles, and holiday gift deals.
Friday, Nov. 28-Wednesday, Dec. 3
Holiday Maker Market at Väsen Brewing Company | Friday, Nov. 28-Saturday, Nov. 29 | 12-5 p.m.
- This two-day market will feature 70+ artisans. In Väsen’s words, “Kick off your holiday shopping the right way: local and with a beer in hand.”
Christmas at the Inn at The Virginia Cliffe Inn | Friday, Nov. 28-Tuesday, Dec. 2 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- This ticketed five-day event features festive decorations, handcrafted items, and baked goods.
Small Business Saturday at Hardywood Richmond | Saturday, Nov. 29 | 12-5 p.m.
- Shop from local artists and makers in the barrel room while you enjoy a seasonal Gingerbread Stout.
Christkindlmarket at St. Stephen’s Church | Wednesday, Dec. 3 | 4:30-7:30 p.m.
- This holiday craft fair is put on by the Farmers Market at St. Stephen’s and also features hot beverages and carolers.
Thursday, Dec. 4-Sunday, Dec. 7
The Bizarre Bazaar at Richmond Raceway | Thursday, Dec. 4-Sunday, Dec. 7 | Times vary
- General admission is $10+ for this locally owned gift show spread across four exhibition buildings with 475+ vendors.
VMHC Holiday Markers Market at the Virginia Museum of History + Culture | Friday, Dec. 5 + Saturday, Dec. 6 | Times vary
- The museum is celebrating VA250 with a roster of regional artisans. Friday market hours are 5-8 p.m. and Saturday hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Holidaze Market at Gallery5 | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- RVA Krampusnacht returns with a holiday market before the annual Yuletide Monsters Parade kicks off at 5:30 p.m. in Carytown. Bring unwrapped, new toys to donate to the Toys for Tots drive, then sip on warm drinks while you peruse the market of local artists and crafters.
Christmas Market at Benchtop Brewery | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 12-5 p.m.
- Shop from local vendors and enjoy plenty of drinks, food, and music.
Merry Market at Maymont | Saturday, Dec. 6-Sunday, Dec. 7 | 12-5 p.m.
- Expect live music, food and drinks, crafts, a holiday train, and visits with Saint Nicholas on the Carriage House Lawn. Tickets are $10 for non-member adults, $6 for kids.
Holiday Cheers at Basic City and Legend | Saturday, Dec. 6 | 12-6 p.m.
- The monthly Richmond Makers Market returns to Manchester for one days of festivities across two breweries.
Broad Street Holiday Market at Quirk Hotel, Bar Solita, and Common House | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Head to the Arts District to shop from local vendors and see the Quirk’s signature pink tree.
Winter Art Market at SCRAP Creative Reuse | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Find unique gifts for everyone on your list at this craft store market.
Holiday Market at Pizza Bones | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 12-5 p.m.
- Shop from local makers and grab lunch in Union Hill.
Holiday Villages at Main Street Station | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 12-5 p.m.
- The annual Richmond Night Market event will feature DJ sets, live music, a gift wrapping station, and dozens of artisans.
Holiday Artisan Market at Zorch Pizza Parlor | Sunday, Dec. 7 | 1-5 p.m.
- Find gifts from local vendors and enjoy a slice, drinks, and games in the Southside parlor’s backyard.
Friday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 21
Hand/Thrown Holiday Market at the ICA | Friday, Dec. 12-Sunday, Dec. 14 | Times vary
- Find something special from a local ceramicist. Saturday and Sunday market hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Carytown Artisan Market at City Stadium | Saturday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 14 | Times vary
- Expect craft beverages and food trucks on both days, plus live music and 150+ vendors.
90s Mall Holiday Market at Bingo Beer Co. | Saturday, Dec. 13-Sunday, Dec. 14 | 12-5 p.m.
- This totally rad shopping experience will feature pictures with Santa, food court snacks, and arcade games.
Strangewards Holiday Market at Strangeways Brewing | Sunday, Dec. 14, Saturday, Dec. 20 + Sunday, Dec. 21 | 12-5 p.m.
- This indoor market at the Scott’s Addition brewery will feature three days of home decor, art, jewelry, vintage goods, and handmade apparel.
Richmond Moon Market at Stone Brewing | Saturday, Dec. 20-Sunday, Dec. 21 | 12-5 p.m.
- The winter Moon Market will have local crafts, live music, and more.
Christmas Market at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery | Sunday, Dec. 21 | 12-5 p.m.
- Make your list and check it twice before heading to the Richmond barrel room for local shopping.
All season long
Sunday, Dec. 22-Tuesday Dec. 30
Holiday Makers Market with RVA Black Farmers Market at Stony Point Fashion Park | Saturdays + Sundays: Dec. 22-Dec. 21 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
- Kick off the season with a tree lighting on Saturday, Nov. 22, then stick around for nine weekend market dates.
Winter Wonderland at Diversity Richmond | Daily: Friday, Nov. 28-Tuesday, Dec. 30 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Diversity pulls out the best thrifty wares, antiques, books, clothing, ceramics, and more for its holiday boutique, located in the Iridian Gallery rooms towards the back of the store.
Made in RVA Holiday Shop at Art Works | Tuesdays-Sundays: Friday, Nov. 28-Sunday, Dec. 28 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Fill your stockings with original art, pottery, jewelry, and more local gifts.
Winter Market at Studio Two Three | Daily: Friday, Nov. 28-Tuesday, Dec. 23 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
- Shop hundreds of works of local art at this market — don’t forget to swing by Shop Two Three down the block for more goodies.
Bizarre Market at Visual Arts Center of Richmond | Daily: Saturday, Nov. 29-Tuesday, Dec. 23 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
- For month-long market magic, stop by Bizarre Market’s location at VisArts — the market is now in its 21st year.
Holiday Bazaar Shop at Floris (VMFA) | Saturdays-Wednesdays in November, Saturdays-Thursdays in December, through Saturday, Dec. 27 | 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
- Find gifts and work from local artists after you browse the galleries — plus, enjoy a variety of decorated trees.
This year, RVA Black Farmers Market will set up at Stony Point Fashion Park for a series of seasonal markets.
Photo by Shaddai Randolph, Heritage N Motion
Did we forget the bazaar that’s been on your calendar since last winter? Let us know so we can add to our list and shop small this season.
