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Your guide to holiday markets, bazaars, and craft fairs in Richmond

Here are several places to stock up on goods from local artisans and traveling markets.

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Richmond is bursting with locally-made treasures to wrap up under the tree.

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It’s holiday bazaar time. Start — and dare we say, finish? — your holiday shopping with a plethora of locally crafted gifts from these winter markets.

One-day or weekend markets

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Richmond Flower Truck will be on hand for Libbie Mill’s winter festivities.

Photo via @libbiemillrva

Nov. 15-17

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.

Nov. 22-24

Craft + Design at Main Street Station | Friday, Nov. 22-Sunday, Nov. 24 | Times vary

  • The Visual Arts Center of Richmond attracts thousands of shoppers for this museum-quality contemporary craft show in Shockoe. Tickets start at $16.80 for non-members.

Richmond Moon Market at Stone Brewing | Saturday, Nov. 23 | 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. 23-Sunday, Nov. 24 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

  • Find handmade crafts, jewelry, and art for everyone on your list.

Small Business Sunday Market at Main Line Brewery | Sunday, Nov. 24 | 2-6 p.m.

  • Bring the family — pups included — for this indoor-outdoor market with live music and games.
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Craft + Design features work by hundreds of artists plus education areas, workshops, and special events.

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Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Holiday Maker Market at Väsen Brewing Company | Friday, Nov. 29-Saturday, Nov. 30 | Times vary

  • This two-day market includes a block party on Saturday with over 60 vendors.

Christmas at the Inn at The Virginia Cliffe Inn | Friday, Nov. 29-Tuesday, Dec. 3 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

  • This five-day event features festive decorations, handcrafted items, and baked goods.

Small Business Saturday at Hardywood Richmond | Saturday, Nov. 30 | 12-5 p.m.

  • Shop from local artists and makers in the barrel room while you enjoy a seasonal Gingerbread Stout.

Winter Art Market at SCRAP Creative Reuse | Sunday, Dec. 1 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

  • Find unique gifts for everyone on your list at this craft store market.

Holiday Market at Zorch Pizza Parlor | Sunday, Dec. 1 | 1-5 p.m.

  • Find gifts from local vendors and enjoy a slice, drinks, and games in the Southside parlor’s backyard.

Christkindlmarket at St. Stephen’s Church | Wednesday, Dec. 4 | 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.
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Maymont’s Merry Market returns to the Carriage House Lawn in December.

Photo by Michael Lee

Dec. 6-8

The Bizarre Bazaar at Richmond Raceway | Thursday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Times vary

  • General admission is $11 for this locally owned gift show spread across four exhibition buildings with 475+ vendors.

Hand/Thrown Holiday Market at the ICA | Friday, Dec. 6-Sunday, Dec. 8 | Times vary

  • Find something special from a local ceramicist — hours include First Friday shopping from 5 to 9 p.m. and market hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Holiday Market and Puzzle Exchange at Moving Mountains Tattoo | Friday, Dec. 6 | 6-9 p.m.

  • Bring a puzzle for the exchange, shop from local vendors, and get some insight with a tarot reading.

Holidaze Market at Gallery5 | Saturday, Dec. 7 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

  • RVA Krampusnacht returns with a holiday market before the 12th annual Krampus Walk kicks off at 6 p.m. in Carytown. Bring unwrapped, new toys to donate to the Toys for Tots drive, then sip on hot toddies while you peruse the market of local artists and crafters.

Merry Market at Maymont | Saturday, Dec. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8| 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. 7-Sunday, Dec. 8 | 12-6 p.m.

  • The monthly Richmond Makers Market returns to Manchester for two days of festivities at two breweries.

Holiday Local Goods Market at Quirk Hotel | Sunday, Dec. 8 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

  • Head to the Arts District hotel to shop from 40+ vendors and see the signature pink tree.

A Black Christmas at Shalom Farms | Sunday, Dec. 8 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

  • The final RVA Black Farmers Market of the year will feature vendors, pictures with Santa, and music by DJ Peeace.

Holiday Villages at Main Street Station | Sunday, Dec. 8 | 12-8 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 Strangeways Brewing | Sunday, Dec. 8 | 12-5 p.m.

  • This indoor market at the Scott’s Addition brewery will feature home decor, art, jewelry, vintage goods, and handmade apparel.
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Expect a jolly visitor on Sunday at this year’s Carytown Artisan Market.

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Dec. 13-15

Holiday Makers Market at Uptown Neon | Saturday, Dec. 10 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

  • Find this market block party between Uptown Neon and The Glass Ceiling — look for a coffee truck, vintage clothes, and a Polaroid photo booth.

Odd Bazaar Holiday Market at Odd Bird | Saturday, Dec. 14 | 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

  • Head to Jackson Ward to find vintage goods, books, art, treats, and libations from Garden Party.

Kismet Holiday Makers Market at Starr Hill | Saturday, Dec. 14 | 12-5 p.m.

  • This market promises 25+ local vendors, plus an appearance from sexy Santa — aka local drag king Teddi Baerbach — and eats from Eat My Eggroll.

90s Mall Holiday Market at Bingo Beer Co. | Saturday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 15 | 12-5 p.m.

  • This totally rad shopping experience will feature pictures with Santa, food court snacks, and arcade games.

Carytown Artisan Market at City Stadium | Saturday, Dec. 14-Sunday, Dec. 15 | Times vary

  • Expect artisans and food trucks on both days, plus live music from Flat Branch on Saturday and visits with Santa from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Sunday.

Holiday Market at Pizza Bones | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 12-5 p.m.

  • Shop from local makers and grab lunch in Union Hill.

Holiday Artisan Market at Main Line Brewery | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 2-6 p.m.

  • Bring the whole family for an indoor-outdoor market with live music, games, and plenty of vendors — plus, it’s pup-friendly.
An image of a mother and daughter in a holiday-decorated shop.

Shop local at holiday markets + craft fairs this season.

Dec. 20-22

Christmakkuh Market at Susie’s | Saturday, Dec. 21 | 12-5 p.m.

  • Check out the new Cary Street restaurant and shop from local makers including Molly Made Virginia, La Lyra, and Bear Ceramics.

Richmond Moon Market at Stone Brewing | Saturday, Dec. 21-Sunday, Dec. 22 | 12-5 p.m.

  • The winter Moon Market will have local crafts, live music, and more.

Shop Small Holiday Market at Bingo Beer Co. | Saturday, Dec. 21-Sunday, Dec. 22 | 12-5 p.m.

  • Get your last-minute gifts from local vendors at the Scott’s Addition brewery.

Christmas Market at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery | Sunday, Dec. 22 | 12-5 p.m.

  • Make your list and check it twice before heading to the Richmond barrel room for local shopping.

Christmas Market at Benchtop Brewery | Sunday, Dec. 22 | 12-7 p.m.

  • Shop from local vendors and enjoy plenty of drinks, food, and music.

All season long

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Also on the agenda for February: the Achy Breaky Heart Mart at Studio Two Three.

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Bizarre Market at Visual Arts Center of Richmond | Daily through 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 20th year.

Holiday Boutique at Diversity Richmond | Daily through Dec. 23 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

  • Diversity pulls out the best vintage 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 through Dec. 29 | 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 through 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.

Holiday Bazaar Shop at Floris (VMFA) | Saturdays-Wednesdays in Nov., Saturdays-Thursdays in Dec., through Dec. 29 | 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.

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.

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