We’ve made our list, checked it twice, now we’re ready to shop. If you want to keep your holiday spending local while browsing an array of gifts, check out these 14 holiday markets that prove there’s no place like Lexington for the holidays.
Holiday Market at Hamburg, Hamburg Pavilion
Stuff your stockings with gifts from local makers and artists. Creative Kentucky Makers will host this market with 60+ vendors on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Providence Holiday Marketplace, Providence Christian Church, Nicholasville
Explore this annual market on Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. to find artisan and handcrafted gifts from local artists. Expect jewelry, woodworking, candles, pottery, baked goods, and more.
Bluegrass Creative Market, Lakeside at Lexington Green
This quarterly shopping experience returns with a holiday edition on Saturday, Nov. 9 + Sunday, Nov. 10. Browse Kentucky-made gifts (think candles, pottery, or jewelry) as you sip cocktails and grab food from local food trucks.
Holiday Market, Champions at Keene Trace Golf Club
Start your shopping early — browse gift-worthy creations from local makers and boutiques at this market on Sunday, Nov. 10.
Holiday Craft Fair, Preston Greens Senior Living
Discover one-of-a-kind creations from local artisans at this sip-and-shop experience on Thursday, Nov. 14.
Holiday Market, The Kentucky Castle, Versailles
Be jolly as you shop local vendors and enjoy decorations, holiday appetizers, and a hot chocolate bar. The market is Saturday, Nov. 16 + Sunday, Nov. 17 — tickets are $20.
MixMas Market, Manchester Music Hall
Grab food and drinks while shopping local on Friday, Nov. 22 + Saturday, Nov. 23. Lexington Mercantile Co. hosts this shopping event showcasing gifts from local vendors, makers, and boutiques.
Crafted Social’s Winter Market gives us warm thoughts.
Photo via @crafted_social
Holly Day Market, Alltech Arena at Kentucky Horse Park
The annual Junior League of Lexington event returns Saturday, Nov. 23 + Sunday, Nov. 24 featuring vendors from across the country. Browse gifts and decorations including clothing, toys, books, and ornaments.
Transylvania University Makers Market, William T. Young Campus Center
Explore creations from Transy students, faculty, and staff at this annual shopping experience on Friday, Dec. 6.
Crafted Social Winter Market, Greyline Station
Support local artists, designers, and craftspeople by shopping their creations. The indoor market will be open Friday, Dec. 6 + Saturday, Dec. 7
Woodland Triangle Holiday Shop Hop, Poppy & Pomelo
Sip and shop on Saturday, Dec. 7 + Sunday, Dec. 8 at this Woodland neighborhood market featuring 12 local shops, deals, and $1,800+ in raffle prizes.
Michler’s Christmas Market, Kentucky Native Cafe
The local greenhouse will be blooming with holiday gift ideas at its annual market on Saturday, Dec. 7 + Sunday, Dec. 8. Browse local vendors (see who will be there on its website) and indulge in seasonal treats, mulled wine, and holiday music.
Art on the Town Holiday Market, Fifth Third Pavilion
Need a creative gift idea? This market features handmade offerings from 20+ local artists on Sunday, Dec. 8. Plus, explore hands-on crafts, holiday treats, and live music.
Sip & Shop International Market, International Book Project Inc.
Grab a hot drink and browse creations from local and global creators on Saturday, Dec. 14. Plus, snap a seasonal photo with Hank the Horse.
