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Photo courtesy of the Downtown Holiday Market.
Holiday Market Guide
December 12, 2022 @ 1:00pm
Hanukkah begins this week. Christmas and Kwanzaa are almost here. You are running out of time to get gifts. Peruse our Holiday Market Guide, make your shopping plans and buy local. Note: All descriptions courtesy of event hosts and edited for clarity.
Through 12.18
Four Seasons Holiday Market
A portion of the proceeds are donated to Children’s National Hospital. The market is located on the GW terrace and front courtyard of the hotel and features 6 bespoke wooden market stalls as well as alpine décor. Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC will be servicing a pop-up bar featuring hot chocolate and a holiday cocktail during these times. Hourly snow flurries will delight and enchant shoppers of all ages! Free+. 12 p.m. Four Seasons Hotel: 2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC; fourseasons.com // @fourseasons
Through 12.23
Downtown Holiday Market
The beloved outdoor market continues to support small businesses and entrepreneurs across the region, welcoming shoppers for a safe, secure and enhanced shopping experience in the heart of the District this year. The beloved outdoor market will be located in Penn Quarter, transforming two city blocks on F Street into a one-stop shop, open-air winter wonderland. Guests can make the most of their holiday shopping experience this winter supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs across the region, finding unique, festive treasures in the heart of the District through December 23. The outdoor shopping village’s expansive footprint allows for wide aisles for shopping, browsing and enjoying the foods and live entertainment. Free+. 12 p.m. Penn Quarter: Centered at 8th and F St. NW, DC; downtownholidaymarket.com // @downtownholidaymarket
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12.17
The 2022 Procrastinator’s Holiday Market
This year’s Procrastinator’s Holiday Market (PHM) will be a one-day indoor/outdoor event at the new Bryant Street NE. We will bring the community together for a day of last-minute holiday gift shopping, special festive menus, and entertainment for the whole family. There will be holiday-themed activities, such as free holiday train rides and a children’s toy drive for the less fortunate. Free+. 12 p.m. Bryant Street: 514 Rhode Island Ave. NE, DC; procrastinatorsmarket.com // @BladensburgRoad
Eckington Place Holidaze
Eckington Hall and DC Bouldering Project will be collaborating on Eckington Place Holidaze, a holiday market on December 17 along the woonerf on Quincy Lane. The market will feature an eclectic group of vendors selling a variety of goods, from jewelry, art, ceramics, vintage clothing, candles, books, collectibles, amazing food and of course, beer. Hours of the market will be 1-8 p.m. Come imbibe, stuff your face and shop for family, friends or self amongst some of the region’s most creative makers. Free+. 1 p.m. Eckington Hall: Quincy Ln. DC; eckingtonhall.com // @eckingtonhall
Home for the Holidays at Carlyle Crossing
Come and join us here in the Carlyle Crossing Plaza for a day of warm and cheerful activities: ornament decorating, meet Santa, photo booth, holiday entertainment, hot drinks and more. Shop local featuring vendors from the area including, Astrid’s Art Studio, Chandra Designs, Doughboy Creamery, Fast Snail Creative Greetings & Designs, Grateful Pup, Le Chau Kettle Corn Little Sweet House Bakery, MomE 2 MomE and Mother Clusters. The holiday pop-up event is free and open to the community – all are welcome! The event is located in the plaza off Mandeville Lane and parking is available within the garage off Mill Road. While you are here, make sure to stop by the leasing office to see our model apartments outfitted with local Alexandria products. Free+. 1 p.m. Carlyle Crossing: 2495 Mandeville Ln. Alexandria, VA; carlylecrossingva.com // @CarlyleCrossing
The Last Minute Market
Get your last minute holiday shopping done at the Arts Walk! We will have specials, pop-ups from our maker friends, and more! Stay tuned for more details. Free+. 10 a.m. Brookland Arts Walk: 716 Monroe St. NE, DC; brooklandartswalk.com // @brooklandartswalk
Winter Wonderland
Sleigh bells are ringing and the (imaginary) snow is glistening! It’s time to enter our magical Winter Wonderland festival, where humans and furry friends can come together to celebrate the holidays. Our Winter Wonderland will include activities such as pictures with Santa, games for all ages, tasty treats, a holiday market with local vendors and samples! There’s something for everyone — you’ll be sure to leave the park with a bag full of goodies. Ugly sweaters are highly encouraged! Free+. 10 a.m. Bark Social: 935 Prose St. North Bethesda, MD; barksocial.com // @bark_social
12.17 + 12.18
DC Holiday Market
We’ve curated the best-of-the-best for you! Our diverse collection of 70 designers, emerging brands & artists has something for all – jewelry, housewares, gourmet artisanal gifts, art, fashion, leather goods and so much more! Aside from feeling great for supporting hundreds of small businesses, check these perks: Get a free ltd-edition tote bag, each market has it’s own design and colors! Enjoy refreshing drinks on us all weekend. Hit our DIY station for free gift wrapping and ribbon! Get snapped! Take portraits and video in our photo booth. Our printed booklet is filled with inspiration, small business stories, a map and seller directory, and even activity pages! $10. 10 a.m. Union Market: 1309 5th St. NE, DC; uniquemarkets.com // @uniquemarkets
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12.18
Market at the Bank
The Takoma Collective is a group of Takoma Park based artists/creators/makers. Our mission is to provide opportunities for local small businesses & creators to work, to grow & to promote their craft. We serve the community through events, education, and a collection of curated & diverse talent. We aim to bring together great design & community in thriving, vibrant spaces and to honor the tradition of local manufacturing & artistry. Our first Collective effort is to host the Market at The Bank series of markets in the old Takoma Park Bank. This is a temporary reactivation of a 100-year-old, landmark building in the heart of downtown Takoma Park. Free+. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The Takoma Park Bank: 6950 Carroll Ave. Takoma Park, MD; marketatthebank.com // @marketatthebank
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