Holiday Markets & Shopping Events
With only a few weeks left until Christmas, many of us have already begun our holiday shopping. Whether you’ve just started shopping or are still searching for the perfect gift for someone special on your list that you can’t find online, there are plenty of holiday markets popping up across the city where you can snag some unique local finds that are sure to please. Local gift markets are a great way to cross some names off your holiday shopping list while also supporting artisans and vendors in our community.
Here’s a rundown of new and returning holiday markets happening in and around the Pensacola area this month, where you’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
The City of Gulf Breeze Jolly Holiday Market
- When: December 6 from 9 am to 2 pm
- Where: Gulf Breeze Community Center | 800 Shoreline Dr., Gulf Breeze
The City of Gulf Breeze Parks and Recreation will be hosting a fun-filled day of holiday shopping December 6 from 9 am to 2 pm inside the Parks and Recreation Community Center in Gulf Breeze. Shop unique gifts and crafts from more than 100 local vendors, artists and businesses. For more information, visit gulfbreezechamber.com/holiday-parade.
East Hill Holiday Makers Market
- When: December 2 from 3 to 7 pm
- Where: Seville Square | 1011 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola
Enjoy an afternoon of holiday shopping, food trucks, photos with Santa and fun holiday activities in Cordova Square at the annual East Hill Holiday Makers Market on December 2. Hosted by the East Hill Neighborhood Association, this carefully curated outdoor market will feature more than 40 craft and farm vendors with items ranging from fresh produce and handmade treats to clothing, accessories and more. The Neighborhood Association will also host its annual Holiday Tree Lighting event, where attendees are invited to enjoy holiday carolers and hot chocolate from 5 to 7 pm. This family friendly event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit myeasthill.org and follow the East Hill Neighborhood Association Facebook page.
Palafox Holiday Market
- When: December 3, 10 & 17 from 4 to 8 pm
- Where: 50 N. Palafox St., Pensacola
Shop your favorite local artisans and vendors at the special holiday evening edition of Palafox Market on select Wednesdays from 4 to 8 pm at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza in downtown Pensacola. This special holiday shopping event will host more than 50 local and regional vendors featuring locally made art, beautifully handcrafted goods, jewelry, accessories, housewares, plants and more. Come support local small businesses, eat, drink and buy gifts for everyone on your list under the beautiful glow of holiday lights with live music, visits from Santa, gift wrapping stations and more. For complete details, check out visitpensacola.com.
Craft & Vintage Holiday Market at Odd Colony
- When: December 14 from 12 pm to 4 pm
- Where: Odd Colony Brewing Co. | 260 N. Palafox St., Pensacola
Enjoy tasty brews and support local artisans and vendors while shopping unique finds for everyone on your list at Odd Colony’s annual Craft & Vintage Holiday Market. This festive market features numerous local vendors selling everything from vintage goods, clothing, art and self-care products to handmade jewelry, housewares and more. Avoid the crowds and long lines at retail stores and snag some one-of-a-kind gifts at Odd Colony’s Holiday Market on December 14 from 12 to 4 pm. The market is free and open to the public. For complete event details, follow Odd Colony on Facebook
Hot Glass Cold Brew: Holiday Pajama Party
- When: December 5 from 5 to 9 pm
- Where: First City Art Center | 1060 N. Guillemard St., Pensacola
Don your most festive—and comfiest—set of holiday pajamas and head over to First City Art Center (FCAC) on December 5 for a good ol’ fashioned pajama party—Hot Glass Cold Brew style! This annual celebration of art, community and local artists will include a large holiday arts market, glass blowing and pottery demonstrations, live music, food trucks, kids activities, a gallery opening showcasing works from FCAC’s Gallery 1060 artists and more. Tickets cost $30 for members and $40 nonmembers, and admission includes a handmade artisan glass or ceramic cup, entertainment and your choice of two complimentary craft beers (or wine) from Pensacola Bay Brewery (for adults 21+). Member entry begins at 5 pm, followed by general admission entry at 6 pm. For tickets and event details, visit firstcityart.org.
Christmas Caravan Arts & Crafts Show
- When: December 5 & 6 at 9 am
- Where: St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church | 3200 N. 12th Ave., Pensacola
Find unique Christmas gifts and goodies at St. Christopher’s annual Christmas Caravan event on December 5 from 9 am to 4 pm and December 6 from 9 am to 3 pm. This festive holiday market features numerous arts and craft vendors, a silent auction, bake sale, tasty food, children’s activities, adoptable dogs from A Place of Hope Small Dog Rescue and more. For more information, visit scpen.org.
German Winter Market
- When: December 5 & 21 at 4 pm
- Where: Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten | 208 Newman Ave., Pensacola
Call it what you like—A Christmas market, Christkindlemarkt, Winterfest or Weihnachtsmarkt—Gary’s has teamed up with the organizers of Pensacola Arts Market to host a German-style holiday market in the biergarten featuring a variety of artisan crafted goods from local vendors, photos with Santa, kids activities and more. Whether you’ve just started shopping or you’re seeking the perfect last minute gift for that last special someone on your list, this authentic German-style market has you covered. Head to Gary’s on December 5 and 21 at 4 pm and enjoy bratwursts, pretzels with beer cheese, German beer and lots of Glühwein. This free family-friendly event is open to all ages. For more information, visit garysbrewery.com and follow Gary’s Brewery & Biergarten on Facebook.
Pensacola Downtown Holiday Market
- When: December 6, 13 & 20 from 10 am to 5 pm
- Where: Community Maritime Park | 301 W. Main St., Pensacola
Get your Christmas shopping done early at the Holiday Market at Community Maritime Park on December 6. The festive holidaythemed market will feature multiple art and craft vendors, local food trucks, a bounce house for the kids, live music, and of course, Santa. Come out for a fun-filled day of holiday shopping at this annual open-air holiday market. The entry fee is $5, and kids under 12 are admitted for free. For tickets and event details, visit apexshowsandevents.com.
Alyssa’s Christmas Gift Market
- When: December 6 from 9 am to 3 pm
- Where: Alyssa’s | 4586 Chumuckla Hwy., Pace
Every Saturday through Christmas, the front porch and parking lot at Alyssa’s will be buzzing with holiday cheer and fabulous finds. Shop from a rotating variety of local vendors offering everything from handcrafted gifts and seasonal décor to tasty treats and one-of-a-kind treasures. Whether you’re shopping for your bestie, your picky uncle, someone extra special— or just treating yourself—Alyssa’s annual Christmas Gift Market is the perfect place to check off your Christmas list. Admission is free and all ages are welcome. With different vendors each weekend, you never know what you’ll find! For details, visit shopalyssas.com.
Milton Holiday Market
- When: December 13 from 10 am to 5 pm
- Where: Jernigan’s Landing | 5158 Willing St., Milton
Finish checking those names of your holiday shopping list at the Milton Holiday Market on December 13 at Jernigan’s Landing in downtown Milton. This free family-friendly event will feature a variety of passionate makers, creatives and small businesses selling products ranging from handmade gifts and accessories to festive holiday crafts, home decor items and more. Grab the entire family and head to downtown Milton to enjoy a fun-filled day of holiday shopping with live music, food trucks, photos with Santa, a bounce house for the kids and more. For more information, follow Apex Shows and Events on Facebook.
