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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Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season at Wendell Wonderland on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., in downtown Wendell. This event takes place on Main Street and Third Streret. Make sure to check out Lake Myra Lights while you're there! This is a free event. The event features: … [Read more...] about Wendell Wonderland Dec 5
Small Business Saturday and Christmas Tree Sale at Hartwell Nov. 29
Hartwell, at 620 W South Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a Small Business Saturday Market, and Christmas Tree Sale, on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12 to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Bring your own camera/phone to take FREE pictures with Santa. The event includes: … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday and Christmas Tree Sale at Hartwell Nov. 29
Handcrafted DURM Holiday Market Nov. 29
Handcrafted DURM Market takes place several times throughout the year at Durty Bull Brewing Company, 206 Broadway Street, Suite 104, Durham, North Carolina. Shop for fresh and funky crafts of all sorts, jewelry and accessories and more. These events are free to attend. Handcrafted DURM Schedule Handcrafted DURM Holiday MarketSaturday, November 29, 20252 to 6 p.m.Free Celebrate … [Read more...] about Handcrafted DURM Holiday Market Nov. 29
Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event in Wake Forest
Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event takes place on November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Graham (upstairs at The Cotton Room), 306 S White Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina. It's free to attend and features: … [Read more...] about Sleigh the Small Biz Saturday Holiday Shopping Event in Wake Forest
The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend
The annual Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market takes place on Thanksgiving Weekend at NC State Fairgrounds. Specifically, it will be at the Jim Graham Building, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh. This is the Triangle's largest marketplace for arts, crafts, and seasonal favorites. There will be over 200 exhibitors from all over the Southeast. Santa at The Christmas … [Read more...] about The Christmas Carousel Holiday Gift Market returns to Raleigh Thanksgiving weekend
Bright Spirits Holiday Market Nov. 29
Bright Spirits Holiday Market is a local artisan market taking place behind MAX JR mini mini mart on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 12 to 5 p.m. Celebrate Small Business Saturday and get a jump on your holiday shopping by shopping for hand-made crafts. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about Bright Spirits Holiday Market Nov. 29
Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Bynum Front Porch, at 950 Bynum Road, Pittsboro, North Carolina, is hosting the Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for local art, crafts, jewelry, handmade soaps and much more, while you enjoy music from the Bynum Front Porch Pickers. Also, snack on tasty treats, hot cider and chicken cracker stew. While you're there, enjoy Bynum's … [Read more...] about Bynum Front Porch Holiday Bazaar Nov. 29
Durham Art Walk Holiday Market Nov 22-23
Shop for holiday gifts and art for yourself at Durham Art Walk Holiday Market on Saturday, November 22, and Sunday, November 23, 2025. The event features tons of artists, as well as live music and some special features. Art lovers can shop local artists, enjoy live music, and dine at great restaurants, all within Durham's city center. There will be both indoor and outdoor … [Read more...] about Durham Art Walk Holiday Market Nov 22-23
Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
Engage NC is hosting Raleigh Inclusive Market on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at The Legacy Center, 5501 Six Forks Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. Admission is free. At this market, local artists and makers with Autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities will showcase their handmade and small-batch produced goods. Shoppers can connect directly to the … [Read more...] about Raleigh Inclusive Market Nov. 22 — artists/makers with autism and IDD
