Join us Sunday, November 22nd from 4–8pm at Brown Truck Brewery (1234 N Main St, High Point, NC 27262) for a special edition of the Molten Makerfaire!In collaboration with Molten Makerspace, Brown Truck Brewery will host a vibrant evening of creativity, craft, and community. Sip local beers and ciders while exploring a lineup of makers, artists, and small businesses.This monthly makerfaire encourages vendors to go beyond the booth! Expect free and interactive experiences, hands-on demos, and engaging activities for all ages. Whether you’re shopping, sipping, or just soaking in the vibe, there’s something for everyone.✨ Second Monday & Fourth Sunday of every month🍷 Creative vendors & local sips🎨 Interactive art, demos, and more. Come curious, leave inspired.
Discover the 42nd Annual Seagrove Pottery Festival, North Carolina's premier celebration of handmade pottery! Join us on November 23rd and 24th for a weekend filled with stunning artisan pottery, delicious food vendors, and family-friendly activities. Meet talented potters, explore unique crafts, and experience the rich tradition of Seagrove's pottery heritage. Sign up for our newsletter for exclusive updates and offers. Don't miss this iconic event in Seagrove, NC!
Welcome to one of the Carolinas’ Most Loved Christmas Shows - the 5th Annual Christmas Extravaganza 🎅🏻
This show is the perfect way to skip out on big box stores this Black Friday and choose to support SMALL on Small Business Saturday at this three day show at the Cabarrus Arena and Events Center!!
The first 250 shoppers each day get a SWAG BAG full of goodies! For re-entry snap a picture at one of our backdrop displays for reentry all weekend long!
🛍️ OVER 200 + INDOOR VENDORS
🌲 CHRISTMAS TREE DISPLAY
🎅 FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA
🥐 HELMUT'S STRUDEL MADE ONSITE
✨ PERMANENT JEWELRY & TRUCKER HAT BAR
🎀 ORNAMENTS MADE ONSITE
☕️ COFFEE BAR, EGGNOG & SPECIALTY TREATS
🎁 GIFT WRAPPING STATION
🥂 MIMOSA BAR & SO MUCH TO COME
🎟️ $10 ADMISSION - 12 & UNDER FREE
🚙 FREE PARKING
💌 Nov 27th, 28th & 29th, 2026
⏱️Friday & Saturday: 10AM-6PM
⏱️Sunday: 10AM-4PM
📍Cabarrus Arena + Events Center
Tickets: RELEASE ON OCT 1ST, 2026
We hope to see you all here in your BEST Christmas outfits!
"A Dickens Holiday" is a festive event that transforms downtown Fayetteville, NC, into a Victorian-era wonderland. Celebrating over 25 years, the festival offers a nostalgic journey with horse-drawn carriage rides, character actors from the period, and enchanting musicians and carolers. Visitors can explore over 100 unique vendors, enjoy delicious food, and participate in activities like the "Ghost of Christmas Past" exhibit. The highlight is a candlelight procession led by Queen Victoria, culminating in the lighting of the holiday tree, signaling the start of the season.
Sun Valley Commons Holiday Spectacular🎄
Looking for a Christmas event for your family? The Sun Valley Commons Holiday Spectacular will be offering so many festivities for the family such as:
🛍 Vendor Market & Holiday Gifts
🎶 Christmas Music
⛱️ Kids Zone & Crafts
🎅🏼 Letters to Santa!
🎄 Christmas Tree Farm
☕️ Hot Cocoa &Coffee
!📧 For sponsorship opportunities please email Paige at sponsorships@sunnydaymarkets.com to receive a sponsorship package!
📆 Date: Dec 5th, 2026
⏰️ Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00PM
📍 Location: Sunday Valley Commons - 6467 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail, NC 28079
The Yuletide Experience is a Viking themed winter solstice celebration put on by The Viking Experience NC at their village site in Oxford, North Carolina. The 2026 event runs Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6, starting at 10 am each day, with a holiday vendor market, mead, games, axe throwing, a children's tent, a Saturday night processional and Sunday competitions.
The Mistletoe Market 🎅🎄
Come out and enjoy our Mistletoe Market!
Discover unique gifts, festive treats, and holiday cheer 🎁🌟
🛍 Vendor Market
🥂 Mulled Wine & Wine Tastings
🎶 Live music
✨️ Permanent Jewelry
🧢 DIY Hat Bar
🚛 Food Trucks
🎅 More To Come!
The more, the merrier—bring your friends & family to enjoy a day full of holiday magic! 🪄
🎄FREE ADMISSION
FREE PARKING
📧 For sponsorship opportunities please email Paige at sponsorships@sunnydaymarkets.com to receive a sponsorship package!
Date: Dec 5th & 6th, 2026
Time: Sat: 11-4 Sun: 11-3
Location: 28030 Austin Rd, Albemarle, NC 28001
The Big Crafty does so much for this community! It’s like a vortex of uplifting energy! It gives artists an incredible opportunity to showcase their work, to be part of the artist community here in Asheville and make connections with other makers, and it gives the broader Asheville community the opportunity to find unique and special handmade gifts and treasures while also supporting small businesses. It truly benefits everyone! The Big Crafty has opened up so much possibility for my business personally. The amount of exposure alone has been so enriching. It feels amazing to see my supporters showing up time after time at The Big Crafty, sharing their stories about how my pottery has impacted their lives, and hearing how excited they are to share my pottery with other people in their lives. Just knowing that so many local folks come looking for me at The Big Crafty each time is so hea...
The Hometown Christmas Artisan Craft Market, a special edition of Favored Conference and Events Artisan Craft Markets in partnership with the Kernersville Museum Foundation and the Kernersville Chamber of Commerce, transforms downtown Kernersville into a true old-fashioned Christmas celebration—where everything comes alive with twinkling lights, hometown pride, and holiday cheer around every corner.
As part of Kernersville's Hometown Christmas, this festive market features local artisans, seasonal shopping, food trucks, and more. Downtown during the market there will be carolers, Santa Claus, and the beloved annual Christmas Tree Lighting (7–8 PM at Town Hall), the lighted flower displays with hot cocoa, donuts, and live performances from local choirs and musicians. Guests can use trolley rides throughout the evening—bringing the entire downtown into one glowing Christmas experience.
Vendor Holiday Storefront Competition (Highly Encouraged and Recommended)
As part of this special Hometown Christmas Market, all participating vendors are HIGHLY encouraged and it is requested to decorate their booth or space with an old-fashioned, festive Christmas theme. This is not only encouraged—it is part of a friendly storefront decorating competition designed to bring a cohesive, hometown holiday feel throughout the market.
We are looking for creativity rooted in tradition: warm lights, classic Christmas colors, nostalgic décor, handmade touches, and small-town holiday charm. This will further build the Hometown Christmas feel. *NOTE: Power will not be accessible to the booths, so please plan accordingly for any decor.
Judging will take place during the event hours.
Prizes will be awarded for the Best Holiday Booth Display & Most Creative Display.
Winners will be selected based on creativity, presentation, and overall Christmas spirit.
As part of the Artisan Craft Market: Crafting For a Cause, hosted by Favored Conferences and Events in Kernersville, NC, each market supports a local nonprofit within the community. We are committed to serving our neighbors, supporting small businesses, and uplifting local artisans by providing a vibrant marketplace for unique, handmade goods and meaningful holiday shopping.
Once applications are submitted and reviewed, vendors will only be charged upon acceptance. No payment is required unless approved. All official communication will come directly from the Favored Conferences and Events team via @favoredevents.net email addresses or through Eventeny. For questions or concerns, please call 786.627.2848.
We hope you join us for the celebration that stretches across town for an unforgettable holiday tradition for all ages.
🎅🏻Food trucks and vendors will start serving at 4 PM—come hungry!
🎄BYOB- Bring Your Own BLANKET! Visit the Shepard-Pruden Library to catch a glimpse of the Grinch, and enjoy story time in the Cupola House Gardens (pending good weather). This free event starts at 4:00 PM.
🎅🏻 The youth and adults of Chowan County are busy at work decorating gingerbread houses for YOU to judge! Stop by 101 W Water Street to pick your favorite one. P.S. Just look for the balloons! Voting begins at 4:00 PM.
🎄Wander over to the Trolley on the Waterfront to purchase a cup of warm cocoa and sprinkle in some of your favorite things! Yum!!
🎅🏻Calling all kids! Enjoy a FREE bounce house and take in the festive sights of the Barker House decked out for Christmas. This opportunity opens at 4:00 PM.
🎅🏻Join the Edenton Fire Department for their Annual Chili Cookoff in front of the Barker House! Sample delicious chili and help decide this year’s winner by casting your vote starting at 4:30 PM.
🎄Santa is coming to town! Main Street Edenton Tree lighting ceremony will begin at 5:30 PM. Santa’s meet and greet will begin around 6:00 PM after the ceremony as ended
Calling All Boats! The Annual Edenton Flotilla will be parading through Edenton Bay at 6:15, fully decked out in bows of holly!
Jingle all the way to the Brightspeed's Merry + Bright Christmas Drone Light Show – it's a free community bash you won't want to miss! Picture this: a sky full of drones twinkling with festive holiday characters and colors. Stroll through our Holiday Market, where 30+ local vendors offer one-of-a-kind gifts and tasty treats. Snap a free photo with Santa, hop on the Christmas Train, and sing your holiday favorites during our concert featuring Northwood High School Band + Choir! Vendors will be on hand with kids’ crafts and activities, and favorite snow sisters will make an appearance.
Come join us at our Holiday Nightmare Edition of the Geek and Grub Market! This fun, free and family friendly event will feature 40 + vendors, fun activities and special guests.
Join us Monday, December 7th from 4–8pm at NOMAD Wine Works (432 N Wrenn St, High Point, NC) for a special edition of the Molten Makerfaire!In collaboration with Molten Makerspace, NOMAD will host a vibrant evening of creativity, craft, and community. Sip local wines and ciders while exploring a lineup of makers, artists, and small businesses.This monthly makerfaire encourages vendors to go beyond the booth! Expect free and interactive experiences, hands-on demos, and engaging activities for all ages. Whether you’re shopping, sipping, or just soaking in the vibe, there’s something for everyone.✨ First Monday & Third Sunday of every month🍷 Creative vendors & local sips🎨 Interactive art, demos, and moreCome curious, leave inspired.
🎅🏻 Welcome to the Wilmington Christmas Extravaganza! 🎄✨
Wilmington, NC: we are bringing the Christmas magic to the Wilmington Convention Center for a full weekend of indoor holiday shopping, festive fun, and supporting SMALL this Christmas season! ❤️
Skip the big box stores and shop from incredible small businesses, makers, boutiques, artisans, and holiday vendors all under one roof!
🛍️ 150+ INDOOR VENDORS
🎅 FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA
💚 FREE PICTURES WITH THE GRINCH
🎶 LIVE MUSIC (TBA)
🎀 ORNAMENTS & HOLIDAY GIFTS
✨ PERMANENT JEWELRY & TRUCKER HAT BAR
☕ COFFEE, SPECIALTY TREATS & HOLIDAY GOODIES
📸 CHRISTMAS PHOTO BACKDROPS
🥂 HOLIDAY FESTIVE ADULT BEVERAGES
🎄 FESTIVE FUN & SO MUCH MORE!
🎟️ $7 ADMISSION
🚗 Wilmington Parking Deck: $3–$11 for all-day parking
💌 December 12th & 13th, 2026
⏱️ Saturday: 9AM–4PM
⏱️ Sunday: 10AM–4PM
📍 Wilmington Convention Center
10 Convention Center Dr, Wilmington, NC 28401
We cannot wait to bring this holiday shopping experience to Wilmington!
Grab your friends, bring the family, wear your BEST Christmas outfits, and come ready to shop small this Christmas season! 🎅🏻🎁✨
🎄✨ You're Invited to Old Waxhaw Christmas! ✨🎄
Join us for a magical evening of holiday cheer on December 12, 2026! Enjoy festive activities, local vendors, and the spirit of the season with friends and family.
📍 Where: Museum of the Waxhaws
🕒 When: 10AM-4PM
Don’t miss out on this wonderful celebration—bring your holiday spirit and join us for a night to remember! Happy Holidays! 🎅🎁
Sunny’s Market is a vibrant pop-up market series that transforms locations into unforgettable community experiences.Currently hosted at the Atrium Health Ballpark (home of the Cannon Ballers) in Kannapolis, NC, our events have quickly grown into one of the region’s most exciting destinations.More than just a market, Sunny’s Market is a celebration of community, creativity, and culture — with the scale and energy of a music festival. Each event is FREE and brings together a curated mix of 100+ local vendors, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly entertainment, filling the stadium with a buzzing atmosphere all day! Our markets consistently draw 5,000+ attendees per event and are supported by strong marketing investments, both digital and on-the-ground, to ensure robust attendance and visibility.
Our mission is twofold:
Help vendors truly grow and build a living doing what they love.
Create a destination where families and the community can come together, shop local, and have an unforgettable day.
Kick off your holiday season in the enchanting Historic Downtown Southport with Southport WINTERFEST, a celebration that brings back favorite holiday traditions for all ages. The City of Southport invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy seventeen festive events that embody the spirit of the season. From heartwarming gatherings to dazzling parades, Southport’s winter wonderland promises joyful memories for everyone.
The Asheville Winter Wonderland Craft & Vendor Market is a two-day outdoor vendor market held at Tanger Outlets Asheville on December 12–13, 2026, running 10am–4pm each day. Hosted by Hometown Vendor Market, the event brings together local independent businesses specializing in food, drinks, jewelry, handmade crafts, home decor, fashion, art, and wellness. Vendors can choose from General or VIP booth packages and are responsible for bringing their own tables, chairs, and tent.
The Waxhaw Winter Holiday Market is a curated one-day event featuring handmade goods, food, and holiday shopping held before the Waxhaw Christmas Parade. Only handcrafted items are allowed — vendors must make, bake, or grow what they sell. The event runs from 10 AM to 2 PM on Sunday, December 13, 2026.
Join us Monday, December 14th from 4–8pm at Brown Truck Brewery (1234 N Main St, High Point, NC 27262) for a special edition of the Molten Makerfaire!In collaboration with Molten Makerspace, Brown Truck Brewery will host a vibrant evening of creativity, craft, and community. Sip local beers and ciders while exploring a lineup of makers, artists, and small businesses.This monthly makerfaire encourages vendors to go beyond the booth! Expect free and interactive experiences, hands-on demos, and engaging activities for all ages. Whether you’re shopping, sipping, or just soaking in the vibe, there’s something for everyone.✨ Second Monday & Fourth Sunday of every month🍷 Creative vendors & local sips🎨 Interactive art, demos, and more. Come curious, leave inspired.
Sunny’s Market is a vibrant, community-driven pop-up market bringing together the best in local vintage, handmade, art, and small businesses. Known for its high energy, curated vendors, and fun atmosphere, Sunny’s Market has become a go-to destination for shoppers and creatives alike.
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