Shop for gifts at these 2025 holiday markets in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and beyond. Here's a growing list of Christmas markets, church bazaars, crafts markets, arts markets and more. Some of the markets are part of festivals, some include live music, Santa visits, or other family activities. Please scroll down for a day-by-day list that's growing every day. Know of more that should … [Read more...] about Big list of Holiday Markets in the Triangle 2025
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Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Holiday Market Dec. 6
Raleigh Retro Gamers is presenting Triangle Town Holiday Market on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m., at Triangle Town Center, 5959 Triangle Town Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free, family-friendly event will feature lots of vendors, activities cosplay and more. Raleigh Retro Gamers Triangle Town Holiday Market … [Read more...] about Raleigh Retro Gamers’ Triangle Town Holiday Market Dec. 6
Holiday Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery Nov. 28 to Dec. 14
Mark Hewitt Pottery, 424 Johnny Burke Road, Pittsboro, NC, is holding their annual Holiday Kiln Opening. Holiday Kiln Opening Twice a year Mark makes and fires over 1000 lovely pots and invites everyone to his pottery for an Open Studio event called a Kiln Opening! It’s a great way to see the pottery workshop, the massive wood kilns, the showroom/barn, and shop for beautiful pottery … [Read more...] about Holiday Kiln Opening at Mark Hewitt Pottery Nov. 28 to Dec. 14
The Mistletoe Market at Healing Green Farms Dec. 7
Shop for holiday gifts at the Mistletoe Market at Healing Green Farms, 2728 NC Hwy 42, Willow Springs, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. This is a free event presented by The Happy Hippie. Parking is free. At this event: … [Read more...] about The Mistletoe Market at Healing Green Farms Dec. 7
Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
The Durham German Market is a free event on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3:30 to 8:30 p.m., at Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, Durham, North Carolina. This is a festive, family-friendly event that’s free to attend! Enjoy live German music and browse unique creations from over 90 local artisans. Enjoy warm mulled wine or hot chocolate, as well as bratwurst, pretzels and … [Read more...] about Durham German Market at Durham Central Park Dec. 6
Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Soulful Holiday Open House is a fun, free holiday event on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 5:30 to 9 p.m., at John Chavis Memorial Park, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is for all ages. Enjoy: … [Read more...] about Soulful Holiday Open House at John Chavis Memorial Park Dec 12 — Inflatables, crafts, photo ops, more…
Holiday Patchwork Market at Durham Armory Dec. 6-7
The Patchwork Market features makers and vintage vendors. This market gives the community a chance to meet the makers who create the unique, quality goods. Two large seasonal markets are held at Durham Armory, 220 Foster Street, Durham. Admission is free. Find information on their upcoming markets on The Patchwork Market's Facebook page. The Holiday Patchwork Market takes place Saturday, … [Read more...] about Holiday Patchwork Market at Durham Armory Dec. 6-7
7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair at Pace Family Farms Dec. 6 (and more holiday markets)
Pace Family Farms, 12701 Buffalo Road, Clayton, is holding its 7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is an outdoor event and features more than 70 vendors. Shop for hand crafted products for your gift list! It's free to attend. There will be food available for purchase. … [Read more...] about 7th Annual Christmas Craft Fair at Pace Family Farms Dec. 6 (and more holiday markets)
Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
The annual Scandinavian Christmas Fair takes place Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Kerr Scott Building at the NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under. The Scandinavian Christmas Fair is a celebration of the rich traditions of the Nordic countries: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland and … [Read more...] about Scandinavian Christmas Fair Dec. 6
Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season in Downtown Durham on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Downtown Durham Tree Lighting. This is a free event. This is a rescheduled date. It will take place at CCB Plaza, 201 Corcoran Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 4 to 7 p.m. Highlights … [Read more...] about Downtown Durham Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6
