The holiday shopping season is rolling in fast, and if you’re looking to skip big box stores and score some sweet deals on locally made goods this year, look no further than a holiday market. These seasonal shopping pop ups host a plethora of area small businesses selling everything from home goods and clothing to artwork, baked goods, and so much in between.
Here are 14 in and around Detroit to explore for the 2024 holidays:
Downtown Detroit Markets
This year’s market returns on Nov. 7 with more than a dozen small businesses and local vendors. Whether the loved ones on your list want clothing and fashion accessories, pet gear, beauty products, food, or games, this market has it all. Nov. 7-Jan. 5.. Downtown Detroit Markets, Cadillac Square, Detroit; deckedoutdetroit.com.
Holiday Vintage & Handmade Market by Chic & Unique
More than 100 makers, boutiques, and small businesses set up shop selling their best work and goods. Get some of your holiday shopping and support these area businesses at this indoor market. Nov. 16. $5 for general admission. Macomb Sports & Expo Center, 14500 12 Mile Road, Warren; Eventbrite.com.
Jingle & Mingle Underground Market
Held in the basement level of the Ferndale parking structure, this event returns with a variety of “artists and makers, authors and bakers.” Shop uncommon and unique items for the edgier people in your life. Music, food, games, and art projects, too. Nov. 16-17. Ferndale “dot” parking garage, 215 W. Troy, Ferndale; ferndaleunderground.com.
Eastern Market Holiday Markets 2024
In addition to the regular Saturday Markets that operate year-round, Eastern Market hosts additional markets to cater to the holiday shopping needs of as many people as possible. It all kicks off with the All Things Detroit Holiday Shopping Experience and Food Truck Rally on Nov. 3 followed by Thanksgiving food for purchase on Nov. 26, and holiday gift items and trees Dec. 1, 8, 15, and 22. Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St,, Detroit; easternmarket.org.
Kerrytown District KindleFest
The KindleFest Market closely mirrors Christkindlemarkts in Germany and features artisans and vendors selling holiday goods, traditional food, and more in a beautifully decorated and festive outdoor setting. Dec. 6. Kerrytown District area; kerrytowndistrict.org.
McDougall Hunt Christkindl Market
Hunt Street Station and the German American Business Council of Michigan team up to host “Detroit’s true and only authentic German Christmas Market.” Enjoy crepes, Glühwein, Feuerzangenbowie, and other warm drinks alongside plenty of vendor boots. Dec. 6-8. Hunt Street Station, 2200 Hunt St., Suite 417, Detroit; gabcmi.org.
Kris Kringle Market
This 17th annual open-air market is back with an array of holiday décor, unique gifts, and seasonal food sold by over 35 hand-picked vendors. In addition to shopping, this market also offers photos with Santa, a child-sized gingerbread house for kids, and a s’mores station. It also coincides with The Big, Bright Light Show. Dec. 6-7. Downtown Rochester area, downtownrochestermi.com.
Winter Markt
Birmingham brings the magic of a European winter markt to life with holiday light displays, ice sculptures, live entertainment, carriage rides, and vendor booths featuring local artists and vendors. There’s a Santa House and children’s activity area, too. Dec. 6-8. Shane Park, Birmingham; allinbirmingham.com.
Detroit Urban Craft Fair
Michigan’s longest running indie craft fair is back for its 19th year! This year’s fair will feature more than 100 new and returning vendors selling one-of-a-kind artwork and crafts for the holidays. Dec. 7-8. $5, kids 12 and under are free after 1 p.m. Masonic Temple, 500 Temple St., Detroit; detroiturbancraftfair.com.
Mistletoe Market
More than 40 artisans will share Michigan-made arts, crafts, and culinary treats at this indoor-outdoor market in downtown Plymouth. The market will also expand beyond the walls of The Gathering pavilion to offer additional vendors lining Penniman Avenue. Visitors will also enjoy a festive performance from Plymouth’s own Synergy Dance Academy at no cost. Dec. 12-14. The Gathering, 736 Penniman Ave., Plymouth; downtownplymouthevents.com.
Tinsel & Treasures
This holiday market has been ranked as one of the top 200 Sunshine Artist shows for the last 10+ years. Purchase high-quality seasonal décor and gifts as well as cocktails and concessions. Dec. 13-15. $4 for general admission, free for kids 12 and under. Embassy Suites Livonia, 19525 Victor Parkway, Livonia; hcshows.com.
Holiday Vintage Market
Rust and Retro Vintage Market brings more than 50 area businesses together for its fourth market. Find vendors selling a mix of vintage, antique, and handmade goods, along with local food. Dec. 13-14. $5 general admission. $20 for VIP tickets, free for kids under 12. Springfield Oaks Activity Center, 12451 Andersonville Road, Springfield Township; rustandretrovintagemarket.com.
A Very Merry Holiday Market
This holiday market will feature a variety of community brands and vintage sellers including The Lowry Estate, Flamingo Vintage, The Velvet Tower, Not Sorry Goods, Fashion ReWork, and many others. Holiday collections from Chico’s, White House Black House Market, and Soma will be available as well as a collection of custom kids’ jackets called “Daring and Darling Denim” and housewares from Rescue Rescuers. Noon-5 p.m. Dec. 16. No cost for admission. Playground Detroit, 2845 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; thelowryestate.com or Facebook.com.
The Michigan Makers Winter Craft Fair
More than 300 vendors will be on-site for this enormous holiday market at the Suburban Collection Showplace. Choose from thousands of giftable wares, including hand-poured soy candles, crocheted blankets and scarves, delicate artisan jewelry, hand- made ceramics, and even Michigan-made beer, wine, and spirits. Dec. 14. No cost for admission. $10 parking. Suburban Collection Showplace, 46100 Grand River Ave., Novi; themichiganmakers.com.
Did we miss your favorite holiday market? Tell us about it in the comments so we can add it to our list.
This story originally appeared in the November 2024 issue of Hour Detroit magazine. To read more, pick up a copy of Hour Detroit at a local retail outlet. Our digital edition will be available on Nov. 6.
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