Holiday Markets and Craft Fairs in Huntsville and North AL

There are two kinds of people in the world, the people who spend the days leading up to Christmas standing in line at the store and the people who shop in November and early December and spend their holidays enjoying their family. We all aspire to be that second type of person, right? Well, RCM is making it easier with this list of great Huntsville holiday markets and craft fairs. The perfect place to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

For more holiday fun including all the places to hear holiday music, catch Santa, cavort with holiday cheerfulness and just plain get in the holiday spirit visit the main page of our comprehensive 2022 Holiday Happenings Guide sponsored by Galaxy of Lights at Huntsville Botanical Gardens.

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Under the Christmas Tree Market

Date/Time: November 4-6
Cost: $5 – $10
Location: Von Braun Center – South Hall
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Kick off the holiday season this November 4,5, and 6th at Under the Christmas Tree, presented by Randolph School. Browse from more than 100 vendors in the VBC South Hall and pick out the perfect gifts for yourself and everyone on your holiday shopping list – family, friends, coworkers and even pets! Shoppers can get tickets to shop early at Mimosas at the Market and enjoy special events with Santa throughout the weekend. 

Christmas Open Barn

Date/Time: November 4-5
Cost: Free
Location: Cedar Grove Farms
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The shop and barn are filled with gorgeous, neutral French alpine and traditional red and green Christmas decor to give your home an incredible holiday look and feel. Come shop the farm for amazing real touch florals, one of a kind vintage, hard to find ornaments, candles, gifts, and gourmet foods.

2022 Gingerbread Marketplace

Date/Time: November 4-6
Cost: Free – $2
Location: Alabama A&M Agribition Center
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The Gingerbread Marketplace is a huge holiday shopping experience for those looking for UNIQUE gift items just in time for Christmas! This will be the 7th annual event and will be held on Saturday, November 12th from 9:00am-4:00PM at The Alabama A&M Agribition Center! (The address is 4925 Moores Mill Road Huntsville, AL 35811). There…

Piper & Leaf Holiday Market

Time: November 12, 2022 @ 10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Piper and Leaf Farm and Tea Brewery
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Join at The Piper and Leaf Farm HQ for a Holiday Market featuring goods by local makers! There will be live music, food trucks, brew demos, Farm Tours, and amazing vendors selling their goods! Get your gift shopping done, sit back, listen to music, and eat! It's going to be a great day to #shoplocal and #shopsmall!

Holiday Market at MidCity

Time: November 13, 2022 @ 5:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: MidCity Huntsville
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The Holiday Market at MidCity is back! Come ready to #SHOPLOCAL. We want our local makers, bakers, makers, and farmers to #FEELTHELOVE. Who are you bringing with you?!? 🎉Over 140 local vendors!!! 🎶Live music 🎅🏽Santa and several special characters will be visiting with shoppers 🥰 🍽TONS of food options all throughout MidCity 💰free to enter,…

A Christmas in Candyland

Time: November 18-20
Cost: Free
Location: Downtown Athens
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Don't miss this weekend of holiday fun!

Kris Kringle Market

Time: November 19, 2022 @ 9:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Discovery Middle School
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The Kris Kringle Market is back in 2022! We are excited to announce that in conjunction with the City of Madison, Madison Parks and Recreation, and the Madison City Schools, the much loved arts and crafts festival will be returning. Santa will be there from 10am - 3 pm - plus actives for the kids!…

Arab Christmas Extravaganza

Time: November 19, 2022 @ 8:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Downtown Arab
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The Christmas Extravaganza is held each year at the Farmers Market in the heart of downtown Arab the Saturday before Thanksgiving. This is a great opportunity to come and knock out some Christmas Shopping with over 20 vendors, food trucks and live entertainment

Advent Market

Time: November 19, 2022 @ 9:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Summit Crossing Community Church Madison
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Join to shop a huge variety of local handmade goods, globally curated gifts and delicious treats all while supporting the clean water work of Neverthirst around the world!

Christmas at Merrimack Market

Date/Time: November 19 & December 10
Cost: Free
Location: University Pickers
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Don't miss the Merrimack Christmas Market at University Pickers. The market will host vendors selling produce, art, handmade items, vintage, antiques and estate sales.

December Markets

 

2nd Annual Holiday Market and Tree Lighting Ceremony at Redstone Arsenal

Date/Time: December 2-3
Cost: Free
Location: Redstone Arsenal MWR Activity Field
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Join Family and MWR at the 2nd Annual Holiday Market and Tree Lighting Ceremony! Official lighting of the Redstone Arsenal Tree is Friday, December 2, at 6 p.m.

NEACA Christmas 2022 Craft Show

Date/Time: December 2-4
Cost: Free
Location: Von Braun Center – South Hall
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Come join for the NEACA Christmas 2022 Craft Show. Please note that the Von Braun Center does charge for parking. There will be around 150 crafters with items ranging from jewelry, pottery, home decor, outdoor decor, dolls, clothing, kitchen accessories, childrens items, food and much more. There will be a drawing for a $20 gift…

Yule, Y’all

Time: December 3, 2022 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lowe Mill
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Show your spirit early this year at ‘Yule Y’all’, our Christmas Market with a southern twist and twinkle. Discover the work of hand picked makers from across the south who will peddle their unique crafts and wares. Inside, keep your eyes peeled for unique seasonal artwork from participating Lowe Mill A&E studios. You’ll be sure…

Simply Christmas Artisan Craft Show

Time: December 3, 2022 @ 8:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Monte Sano United Methodist Church
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Simply Christmas is an annual event featuring artists, craftspeople, authors, woodworkers, jewelry makers, and more at Monte Sano United Methodist Church. For over ten years Monte Sano UMC has welcomed over 60 vendors who sell their own unique, handmade items. Find a special, one of a kind gift for your loved one and celebrate the season! Join for live music throughout the day and a chili lunch provided by the Mission Team.

Cullman Christkindlmarkt

Date/Time: December 9-11
Cost: Free
Location: Festhalle Farmers Market
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The Cullman Christkindlmarkt is BACK! This German Christmas Market will be one for the whole family to enjoy year after year. You will find hand-made gifts, activities for the kids, food & drink, and of course SANTA! Don't miss all the feels of Christmas at this year's Cullman Christkindlmarkt.

Christkindlmarket Huntsville

Time: December 10, 2022 @ 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Orion Amphitheater
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Arts Huntsville presents Christkindlmarket, a FREE Bavarian style holiday arts market with approximately 70 juried arts vendors, live entertainment and Bavarian-influenced food and beverages at The Orion on December 10 & 11.

Christmas on the River Holiday Market

Time: December 10, 2022 @ 10:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Ditto Landing
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Get to work on your Christmas Shopping while enjoying a stroll down Christmas Card Lane! When: December 10 | 10 AM- 4 PM For details and updates, please visit the Facebook event.

Nerdy Noel Market

Time: December 11, 2022 @ 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Stovehouse
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After 6 years, Nerdy Noel is ready for a BIGGER space and MORE NERDINESS! Join Sunday, December 11th at the new location: STOVEHOUSE
There will be TONS more vendors, TONS more shopping, TONS more room, and best of all: BUNNIES! Huntsville House Rabbits, a satellite rescue of Alabama Rabbit Rescue, is the sponsored charity and they will be there with bunnies that are available for adoption and fostering, plus bunny-themed goodies and a silent auction. Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy nerdy/pop culture shopping, cosplay, door prizes...and FUN!

Hanukkah Craft Fair

Time: December 11, 2022 @ 12:00 PM
Cost: Free
Location: Temple B’nai Sholom
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Please join for the 2nd annual Hanukkah Craft Fair, Sunday, December 11 from 12 – 4:00 p.m. With the holiday season starting, this is the perfect time to shop for gifts, pick up something from the bake sale and learn about the upcoming silent auction fundraiser.

Last Minute Holiday Market at the Orion

Time: December 17, 2022 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Orion Amphitheater
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This winter market is designed with the procrastinator in mind! Featuring local and regional makers, the Last Minute Holiday Market is the perfect place to find that unique, hand-crafted gift from vendors in and around Huntsville. Spend the day shopping and spreading holiday cheer while enjoying The Orion's Winter Park festivities including ice skating, photos…

Winter Solstice Artist Market

Time: December 17, 2022 @ 11:00 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Lowe Mill
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Welcome to this year’s Winter Solstice Artist Market, Lowe Mill's last and largest artist market of the year! The Winter Solstice Market is the perfect place to bring your out-of-town family members to show them the best local artist and makers North Alabama has to offer. Stroll through the artist market throughout the grounds, and take a step inside to shop the fantastic studio artists in the building! The Winter Solstice Market is the perfect place to find any last minute gifts as we get ready to celebrate the holidays – and the end of the year. Happy holidays, y’all!