Here’s a list of holiday markets and sales in the Memphis area.
– Palladio Home & Garden, Central Avenue (near Cooper), throughout the holiday season, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop for art, antiques, candles and more at this elegant Midtown collection. Palladio offers handmade Christmas decorations and winter craft and decor items.
– The ‘Tiny Shop,’ Jay Etkin Gallery (942 S. Cooper), November 9 through Mid-January, Tuesday-Saturday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Small original works of art by local artists, curated by Memphis artist Mary Long.
– Junior League Merry Marketplace, Racquet Club (5111 Sanderlin Ave.), November 10th, 10 a.m – 8 p.m. and November 11, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., $10 in advance, $15 at the door.
Shop for handmade gifts with proceeds benefiting the mission of the Junior League, support local women and children in need). Click here for exact hours and special events.
– Crafts and Drafts, Crosstown Concourse Plaza, November 11, 10 a.m – 4 p.m.
Choose from handmade arts and crafts from more than 60 vendors, as well as a large variety of beers available for purchase. Food trucks will be on hand if you get hungry after all that shopping.
– Faith Missions Craft Fair, 3755 N. Germantown Road, November 11, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The 10th Annual Faith Missions Craft Fair will feature a variety of vendors selling everything from hand-sewn clothing to quilts to homemade fudge.
– Deck the Halls at Bingham & Broad, 2563 Broad Avenue, November 12, noon – 4 p.m.
Early holiday shopping, 10 percent off gifts, door prizes and merry refreshments.
– Erica Bodine Pottery’s 4th Annual Holiday Sale, Memphis Made, November 16, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Shop ceramics from this local artists, appetizers will be served and the taproom will be open with beers for purchase.
– MCA’s 67th Annual Holiday Bazaar, Rust Hall (1930 Poplar Avenue), November 17 – 18, $50 Preview Night and Party/Saturday free
Memphis’ original artist market returns this year with a carefully curated collection of handmade gifts and fine art. The Bazaar kicks off with an Early Bird Sale & Party Friday, Nov. 17 from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.($50 — refreshments and hors d’oeuvres and first dibs on artwork) and continues Saturday, Nov. 15 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. with an open market with free admission.
– Memphis Potters Guild Annual Holiday Show & Sale, Memphis Botanic Garden, Opening Reception November 17, 5 – 8 p.m. Shopping November 18, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., November 19, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., free admission
Local artists will sell porcelain, stoneware, earthenware, ceramics and more. The opening reception is Friday, November 17 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. and the market is open Saturday, November 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
– Snowden Arts Bazaar, November 19, noon – 5 p.m, Snowden School
More than 50 local artists will sell their work at the Snowden Arts Bazaar. This annual event benefits the Snowden School’s art department.
– Mistletoe Village at Starry Nights, Shelby Farms Park, November 24-December 29
This year, Mistletoe Village will be inside First Tennessee Foundation Visitor Center. Enjoy hot cocoa, gift shop, and an artisans’ shop on the porch featuring holiday gift items.
– Memphis Arts Collective Market, 1501 Union Avenue, Nov. 24 – Dec. 24
Members of the Memphis Art Collective host a nearly month-long market every year; this year it opens on Friday, November 24 and runs through Christmas Eve, for you last-minute shoppers. Hours available here.
– Bartlett Holiday Market, Bartlett Station Municipal Center (5868 Stage Road), November 25, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Shop for handmade jewelry, boutique clothing and accessories, children’s items, wind chimes and more in the banquet hall of the municipal center.
– Gift: A Christmas Holiday Market, Saddle Creek (7509 Poplar Ave.), November 25 – December 24
This pop-up shop, sponsored by Modern Made Memphis and Etsy, features jewelry, bath and body, accessories, art, home décor, pet wear and local foods from more than 30 Mid-South vendors. Open Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sundays 12:00 p.m. – 5 p.m.
– Holiday Makers Market, 7743 Church Street, Millington. November 25, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Shop for wreaths, crafts, decorations and more at this market, hosted by the Millington Arts Council on Small Business Saturday, Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies and capture a memory at the photo booth for $10 and up.
– Tsunami Holiday Artist Market, 928 S. Cooper, November 26, 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Shop for pottery, jewelry, woodwork and more. Snacks will be served and adult beverages will be available for purchase.
– Farmers Market Christmas Craft Show, Agricenter International (7777 Walnut Grove), December 2, 8 am. – 5 p.m.
Shop for an array of crafts from local artisans at the Agricenter while picking up fresh regional produce.
– Train Show & Sale, 2425 S. Germantown Road, December 2, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Shopping for someone who’s into trains? Check out this annual Christmas event featuring operating postwar era-style model railroads with trains from yesterday and today. Accessories and parts will also be for sale, and there will be door prizes and activities for children.
– Sowing the Seeds Holiday Artisan Sale & Open House, 2924 Walnut Grove,December 2, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Local artists, makers, and craftswomen will sell their homemade items at this one-day only shopping event that features refreshments, treats and a raffle, and benefits a nonprofit that offers mothers and families education and support services.
– Metal Museum Holiday Open House and Shopping, 374 Metal Museum Drive, December 3, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Shop for unique hand-made gifts in the Museum Store and enjoy hot cocoa or spiced cider and warm yourself by the fire pit.
– Sunday Funday Art Show, High Cotton Brewery, December 3, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Celebrate the giving season at this afternoon shopping event featuring more than a dozen artists and makers.
– Crosstown Seasonal Market, Co-Motion Studio (416 N. Cleveland), December 9, 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Shop for art, jewelry, skin care items and more from local artists, artisans and craftspeople at this popup market in the Crosstown neighborhood.
– Memphis Farmer’s Market Holiday Market, GE Patterson and S. Front, December 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Shop with all your favorite market vendors, plus a few extras for the holidays.
– Memphis Maker Holiday Market, Muddy’s Midtown (585 S. Cooper), December 9, 11 a.m., 4 p.m.
Shop for handmade gifts from more than 20 vendors, plus enjoy live music and lunch from local food trucks. (Formerly the Indie Memphis Market)
– Alternative Market, 1738 Galloway, December 10, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Fair trade shopping for home decor, baskets, scarves, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, toys, fair trade coffee and chocolate, nativities and holiday decor.to benefit craftspeople and small farmers in developing countries.
– Holiday Gift and Art Market, Memphis Jewish Community Center, December 10, 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., December 11, 9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Shop for holiday gifts and artwork. This year’s artists TBA.
– The Women’s Exchange, 88 Racine Street, throughout the holiday season, Monday-Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Women’s Exchange offers unique handmade holiday gifts, such as art, toys, clothing and baby gifts, all made by local women.
– Cooper-Young Community Farmers Market, First Congo parking lot, Saturdays year-round, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Cooper-Young Farmers Market switches to Winter Market hours and vendors starting November 4. Shop for local produce and pre-made foods, Memphis Made beer, hearty winter soups, handmade jewelry, lotions and potions and much more.
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