Before making your list and checking it twice, stop by these Arizona holiday markets that make it a breeze to shop small during this season of giving.
Nov. 15 to Nov. 17: Vintage & Vino Holiday Market
Queen Creek
Set to take place at the Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek, Vintage & Vino’s 10-year anniversary market is gearing up for Friday, Nov. 15, from 3 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers will have the chance to check out a charm/hat bar, permanent jewelry, photos, music, crafts, and festive fun–all with a glass of wine in hand. For more information, visit www.sipandshoparizona.com/vintageandvinomarket.
Nov. 17: Second-Annual Queer Holiday Market
Phoenix
On Sunday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Greater Phoenix Equality Chamber of Commerce hosts the second-annual Queer Holiday Market with over 70 local LGBTQ+ creators and business owners at Warehouse 215. In addition to shopping artwork, vintage goods, candles, CBD products, and more, guests can sip mimosas and enjoy brunch eats. Admission is free, and the first 100 shoppers will receive a shopping bag filled with goodies and coupons. For more information, visit equalitychamber.org.
Nov. 29 and Nov. 30: PS I Love Arizona Holiday Market
Mesa
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. during Thanksgiving weekend, locals are invited to shop the goods of 200-plus vendors at Arizona Athletic Grounds in Mesa. For more information, visit www.azgrounds.com.
Nov. 2 to Dec. 21, Saturdays: Meet Santa at the Market
Scottsdale
Scottsdale’s beloved farmers’ market welcomes a special guest of honor every Saturday through Dec. 21. Santa will welcome kids, kids at heart, and four-legged friends as they shop, sip, and snack their way through the aisles lined with vendor booths. The market takes place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with Santa expected from 9 a.m. to noon. Visits and photos with Santa are free. For more information, visit scottsdazzle.com.
Dec. 6: 18th-Annual Crafeteria Holiday Market
Phoenix
Frances welcomes its 18th-annual Crafeteria Holiday Market on Friday, Dec. 6. The Arizona holiday market will be held in the Frances parking lot from 6 to 10 p.m., giving locals the chance to shop small this season and peruse goods from over 40 local vendors and artists. For more information, visit www.shopfrancesboutique.com.
Dec. 6 to Dec. 22, Weekends: Holiday Street Fair
Gilbert
During December weekends leading up to Christmas, SanTan Village in Gilbert hosts Made with Love Market’s Holiday Street Fair. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, shoppers can check everyone off of their holiday list. Seventy-plus local vendors will be selling everything from sweet treats and baby goods to home accents and too-cute clothes and jewelry. For more information, visit www.madewithloveaz.com.
Dec. 8: Hanukkah Holiday Bazaar
Scottsdale
At 4 p.m. on Dec. 8, stop by the annual Hanukkah Holiday Bazaar, a festive celebration of community, culture, and creativity, at the Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus Library in Scottsdale. Event-goers can expect the goods of local artisans and small business, and joyful activities like bounce houses, face painting, and a snow princess appearance. An $18 donation is suggested. For more information, visit www.bjephoenix.org.
Dec. 14: Merry Merchantile Market
Scottsdale
The Merry Merchantile Market is back on Saturday, Dec. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., transforming Scottsdale Civic Center into a winter wonderland of festive fun. Shoppers will be able to peruse the goods local vendors, making it easy to find something special for everyone on your list. Free to attend. For more information, visit merchantilemarket.com.
Dec. 14: Holly Jolly Market
Scottsdale
Andaz Scottsdale hosts its Holly Jolly Market on Saturday, Dec. 14, joining forces with Creative Communal. The festival holiday event will bring together local makers for gift shopping, live music, and more from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Attendees can RSVP here.
Dec. 13 to Dec. 15: Second-Annual Art at Anthem
Phoenix
The second-annual Art at Anthem hosts a diverse lineup of 60 juried artists (selling everything from paintings to pottery to photography), live entertainment, face painting, balloon tricks, train rides, and gourmet food vendors, just in time for holiday shopping. This festive event will take place at Outlets North Phoenix and will be open to the public from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. For more information, visit oakcreekartsandcraftsshow.com.
Dec. 12 to Dec. 14: Phoestivus
Phoenix
Phoestivus, presented by Community Food Connections, returns for its 15th year in Downtown Phoenix. Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market hosts the Arizona holiday market for three festive days of local shopping and holiday cheer, spotlighting 175 small businesses, music, live performances, great food, and the beloved Phreddie the Yeti and Hipster Santa. Phoestivus is open Dec. 12 and Dec. 13, from 5 to 10 p.m., and Dec. 14 from, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is open to all ages and good pets, and a donation of $5 per person is suggested. For more information, visit www.phoestivus.com.