SF’s Most Festive Holiday Markets & Fairs 2019
Start your holiday shopping at the Bay Area’s best Holiday Fairs
By Becca Bandit - posted 12/13/2019
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Get your holiday shopping started at all the Bay Area’s best holiday markets and fairs.
Find something for everyone on your list.
- For the book lovers in your life, score 80% off everything at Chronicle Books Holiday Warehouse Sale (Dec. 12-14, 2019).
- Those with a sweet tooth can go chocolate crazy at Ghirardelli’s Annual Warehouse Sale (Dec. 13-15, 2019).
- Have a drink and shop vintage finds at the Head West Holiday Marketplace inside the Hangar 1 Distillery (Dec. 14, 2019).
- Support the ladies and join Girl Gang Craft for their Annual Holiday Market featuring 120+ women-owned businesses (Dec. 14, 2019).
- See the “elves” at work at the Misfit Maker Factory where over 30 Bay Area artists will be making small sculptures and other giftables. (Dec. 14, 2019).
- Stroll through Off The Grid’s new holiday market, Emperor Norton’s Holiday Bazaar, inspired by traditional European Christmas markets (Nov. 29 – Dec. 24).
Friday, November 15
San Pablo’s “Le Marché Pop-Up” Sample Sale Holiday Gifting & More (Nov. 14-16)
The Bay Area’s favorite home decor warehouse sale is back! Good News: We’re having our biggest ever Le Marché Pop Up! (No—really. We’re back with a brand new location to host all your French favorites and more!) Come help us celebrate beginning of a new ...
2024 “Holiday Artisan Market” at the Asian Art Museum (Nov. 15-16)
The Asian Art Museum’s Holiday Artisan Market returns, featuring one-of-a-kind handmade goods by local makers this weekend (November 15-16, 2024)
Asian Art Museum’s Holiday Artisan Market 2024
– Friday, Nov 15., 2024 | 9 to 10 AM (member early access)– Friday, Nov 15., 2024 | 10 AM ...
Saturday, November 16
San Pablo’s “Le Marché Pop-Up” Sample Sale Holiday Gifting & More (Nov. 14-16)
The Bay Area’s favorite home decor warehouse sale is back! Good News: We’re having our biggest ever Le Marché Pop Up! (No—really. We’re back with a brand new location to host all your French favorites and more!) Come help us celebrate beginning of a new ...
Holiday Mercato (Sonoma)
The holidays are coming and it’s time to get festive! Join us at Jacuzzi for our annual holiday market. We’ll be featuring seasonal products and gifts from Jacuzzi & The Olive Press, as well as many additional local makers & shops.
Sunday, November 17
Castro Stroll – Holiday Shopping (SF)
**Join Us for an Enchanting day at the CASTRO STROLL!**
Get ready to kick off the holiday season in style at the Castro Stroll “Holiday Shopping” Event on
Sunday, November 17! This festive day invites locals and visitors alike to experience the vibrant spirit of the ...
Thursday, November 21
2024 Holiday Market w/ Free Cocktails at Embarcadero Center (SF)
Join us for a magical evening at our Holiday Market! Dive into the festive spirit as you shop local artisans and retailers, groove to live music, sip on delightful drinks, and savor tasty lite bites. Plus, discover the mystique of tarot readings to add a ...
Saturday, November 30
“Holidays Thrift Fest” w/ 150+ Vintage Vendors (Alameda County Fairgrounds)
Back for one day by popular demand, just in time for the Holidays! Thrift Fest is a celebration of vintage & maker vendors featuring clothing from years gone by as well as featuring one of a kind jewelry, collectibles, home goods, & more.
A selection of ...
Sunday, December 1
“Spiritual WTF” Holiday Marketplace (Walnut Creek)
Welcome to the Spiritual WTF?! Holiday Marketplace! Join us at the Heather Farm Community Centerfor a unique shopping experience. Discover a variety of spiritual and whimsical gifts perfect for the holiday season. From crystals to tarot cards, essential oils to handmade jewelry, you’ll find something ...
Berkeley’s “Winter Witch” Yule Marketplace (2024)
Bay Area, join us in preparing for Winter Solstice on Sunday, Dec. 1st in Berkeley! We’ll have witchy artisans, tarot readers, psychic readers, reiki, and even henna.
Find everything you need to create your Yule altar, including altar cloths, cauldrons, candles, incense, herbs and spices, decorations, ...
Thursday, December 5
Berkeley’s Annual Holiday Gift Fair (2024)
Spend your holidays in Downtown Berkeley! The Chamber’s 6th Annual Holiday Gift Fair is coming back on Thursday, December 5th from 3 to 7pm at Hotel Shattuck Plaza. Get gifts for everyone on your list in one place while supporting local businesses. First 100 shoppers ...
6th Annual Berkeley Holiday Gift Fair (2024)
Spend your holidays in Downtown Berkeley! The Chamber’s 6th Annual Holiday Gift Fair is coming back Thursday, December 5th from 3 to 7pm at Hotel Shattuck Plaza. Get gifts for your entire list in one place while supporting local businesses. We hope to see you ...
Friday, December 6
Winter Festival Marketplace (Palo Alto)
Ring in the holidays at the Gamble Garden Winter Festival! Enjoy free coffee and one-stop shopping for holiday gifts, greenery, and décor in the festive Gamble Garden atmosphere.
Friday, December 6, 10am-4pmSaturday, December 7, 10am-4pm
$5 per person, includes 1 raffle ticket to win a beautifully decorated ...
Ruby’s Clay Studio Holiday Sale (SF)
One of a kind pottery perfect for holiday gifting!
On sale handmade mugs, vases, dinnerware, wall art and more!
Opening reception: Friday December 6th from 4-8 during the Castro Art Walk!
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Winter Wonderland at Marin Art and Garden Center (Dec. 6-15)
Winter Wonderland at Marin Art and Garden Center
Winter Wonderland returns December 6–15, 2024 with the Ross Auxiliary Winterfest December 7. Skating tickets are on sale now! Lace up your skates for a spin under falling snow and twinkling lights! $30 per person (+fees) includes skate ...
North Beach Vintage Holiday Market 2024
Yesterdays Collective presents the North Beach Holiday Market on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the recently landmarked Paper Doll building, 524 Union Street. This festive event, set in the heart of North Beach, will offer a unique shopping experience ...
Petaluma Tree Lighting Celebration (2024)
Join an evening of fun and welcome in the Holidays with the Theatre Square tree lighting event!
Live music and performances including Santa’s Mailbox, visit with Santa, a laser light show, and more!
Friday, December 6, 5:30p-7:30p, Tree Lighting at 6:30p
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Saturday, December 7
Pop-Ups on the Plaza: Black Holiday Market (SF’s Ferry Building)
Celebrate local Black-owned businesses and get ready for the holiday season with a day of delicious food, crafts, community, and family fun at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. The south arcade of the Ferry Building will be transformed for a special holiday market featuring 15+ ...
Muir Beach 2024 Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 7-8)
The Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair returns to the beautiful Muir Beach Community Center (19 Seacape Drive) on Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday shoppers can browse charming booths featuring original ...
2024 Handcrafted Holiday Sale at Walnut Creek (Dec. 7-8)
Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join us for a weekend of holiday shopping with handcrafted items made by Community Arts’ teaching artists and students! This year’s Handcrafted Holiday Sale will include over 55 artist vendors across ceramics, photography, drawing, painting, ...
Redwood City’s “Hometown Holidays” Festival & Parade (2024)
Get ready for a jolly day of festive fun at Redwood City’s Hometown Holidays on December 7th, from 10am-6pm! Whether rain or shine, downtown and Courthouse Square will be packed with fun for the whole family. Enjoy a spectacular parade, live entertainment, thrilling carnival rides, ...
SF’s Holiday Secondhand Sale (Dec. 7-8)
Another big sound hand Double Vision Thrift sale!
photo and vintage prints
clothes, bags, shoes, jewelry, mended and redesigned items.
two day event
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Holiday Artisan Market by Creative Communal (Berkley)
❄️Join us at the Holiday Artisan Market presented by Creative Communal at Makers Row! Discover a vibrant showcase of local makers featuring unique handmade gifts, delicious treats, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Enjoy live music that fills the air with festive cheer, while kids can engage in ...
Sunday, December 8
SF Holiday Maker Market & Chocolate Gallery 2024 (SF’s Ferry Building)
A one-day-only holiday market with everything made right here in San Francisco. Get your gifts and stocking stuffers—and maybe something nice for yourself—from local brands.
In addition, the holiday market will include a Chocolate Gallery filled with San Francisco chocolate makers. Share the joy of locally ...
SF’s “Shipyard Holiday Art Show” w/ 50+ Artists
Get ready to kick off your holiday shopping by joining our festive event in Building 101 of the Hunters Point Shipyard! Experience the holiday spirit with over 50 artists and their creations in our Shipyard Studios.
Shipyard Holiday Art Show (2024)
December 8, 2024 | 11a to ...
Muir Beach 2024 Holiday Arts Fair (Dec. 7-8)
The Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair returns to the beautiful Muir Beach Community Center (19 Seacape Drive) on Saturday, December 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, December 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday shoppers can browse charming booths featuring original ...
2024 5th Annual Bernal Heights “Holidays on the Hill” Faire (SF)
The Bernal Heights annual neighborhood “Holidays on the Hill” event is BACK. It’s Sunday, December 8th from 11am to 4pm.
Neighbors started this during the pandemic for people to get to know their neighbors and support local artists, craftspeople and small businesses. Now we are celebrating ...
2024 3rd Annual “Winter Wonderland” Faire at Aquatic Fourth Street Berkeley
We are excited for the return of our holiday market where you can support small businesses, shop for holiday gifts for friends and family, and get your grub on with amazing foods that just happen to be plant based!
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Bring fun and don’t forget:
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La Peña’s Holiday Mercado: Shop Local Artisans & Crafts (Berkley)
La Peña’s Annual Holiday Mercado – Buy Local for the Holidays! Find the perfect handcrafted gifts for your loved ones while supporting over 40 local artisans and vendors. Discover unique crafts, Latin American imports, and enjoy delicious traditional foods. Bring the whole family and shop ...
Wednesday, December 11
Ferry Building 2024 Holiday Open House (SF)
FREE with RSVP (does not include wine passport) Optional wine tasting passport is $28.52
thank you!!!
Friday, December 13
21+ Holiday Night Market “Twas the Night” at Children’s Fairyland (Oakland)
One holiday party to YULE them all! Join Oakland’s most magical and musical Night Market within the enchanting world of Fairyland’s storybook-themed park. Twas the Night Before Winterland invites you to an adults-only (21+) holiday affair under the stars!
Join us on Friday, December 13, 6-10 ...
Saturday, December 14
“Oakland Coffee Holiday Market” at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza (2024)
Each ticket enters you to win fabulous coffee prizes!*
A holiday market for coffee lovers and those who have coffee lovers on your shopping list. Buy gifts. Sample coffee. Try out home brew gear. Buy new and used coffee equipment. Live Music by Land Shark. Celebrate ...
2024 Kimochi “Silver Bells” Holiday Craft & Food Fair (SF)
Kimochi’s Silver Bells Craft & Food Fair is one of San Francisco’s most anticipated arts & craft fairs during the holiday season. Find Asian and Asian American-inspired handicrafts and goodies for your holiday gifts. A raffle featuring items from the event’s vendors will be held ...
