Explore unique gifts and support local artisans by vising one of Athens' many local holiday markets! These community events are filled with handcrafted treasures, freshly made treats, and plenty of holiday spirit - maybe even a visit from Santa at a few spots. Here's a list of some of the best holiday markets in and around town.
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11th Annual Holiday Market Hosted by Athens Academy
- Location: 1281 Spartan Lane Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Wednesday, November 19 from 4pm to 6:30pm and Thursday, November 20 from 8am to 5pm
- Highlights: Find over 80 local vendors selling handmade gifts and holiday items in the Sinkwich Spartan Center.
- More Info: Athens Academy Holiday Market
- Note: $5 Admission required for November 19 market.
Jingle + Mingle Holiday Market by Hadden Estate at DGD Farms
- Location: 1150 Cliff Dawson Road Watkinsville, GA
- Date and Time: Friday, November 21 from 9am to 3pm
- Highlights: Kick off your holiday shopping with local shops and makers! Ladie's Night tickets are limited and can be found in the link below.
- More Info: Jingle + Mingle Holiday Market by Haddeen Estate at DGD Farms
2025 Holiday Market at Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF)
- Location: 34 School Street Watkinsville, GA
- Date and Time: Friday, November 21 from 4-8pm. Saturday, November 22 from 10am-5pm. Sunday, November 23 from 10am-3pm.
- Highlights: This popular market combines art and tradition. Shop local handmade pottery, paintings, fine art, woodwork, and more. Entry fee is required.
- More Info: 2025 Holiday Market at Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (3-Day Event!)
Athens Farmers Market 2025 Holiday Artist Market at Bishop Park
- Location: 705 Sunset Drive Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 29 from 9am to 3pm
- Highlights: Browse one-of-a-kind gifts, homemade baked goods, and locally grown produce.
- More Info: Athens Farmers Market Holiday Market at Bishop Park
First Annual Winter Craft Market at Dancefx Athens
- Location: 396 Foundry Street Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 29 from 10am to 2pm
- Highlights: Enjoy 20+ vendors, a kid's craft area, and pictures with Santa!
- More Info: First Annual Winter Craft Market at Dancefx Athens
Athens Library Store Holiday Market
- Location: 2025 Baxter Street Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 29 from 10am to 4pm
- Highlights: Swing by the lobby of the ACC Library to shop local artisan gifts and goods including cookbooks, poinsettias, handcrafted jewelry, comics, and more.
- More Info: Athens Library Store Holiday Market
Christmas in Statham, GA Holiday Gift Market
- Location: Downtown Statham, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 29 from 3pm to 8pm
- Highlights: Shop dozens of local vendors from 3-8pm then enjoy a parade and visit from Santa at 6pm.
- More Info: Christmas in Downtown Statham, GA
Beechwood Shopping Center's 2025 Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Festival
- Location: 196 Alps Road Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, November 29 from 6pm to 9pm
- Highlights: Kick-off the holiday season with shopping, a tree lighting, visit with Santa, food trucks and more.
- More Info: Beechwood Shopping Center's Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Festival
The Holly Jolly Molly's Market at Molly's Coffee Co.
- Location: 8830 Macon Highway Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Sunday, November 30 from 10am to 3pm
- Highlights: This market will showcase 20+ local vendors selling pottery, pastries, prints and more.
- More Info: The Holly Jolly Molly's Market at Molly's Coffee Co.
UGArden Holiday Market
- Location: 2510 S. Milledge Avenue Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 6 from 10am to 2pm
- Highlights: Shop handcrafted herbal teas, natural salves, seasonings, and a variety of houseplants.
- More Info: UGArden Holiday Market at UGArden Student Community Farm
2nd Annual Christmas Market at el Carretonero
- Location: 124 Rowe Road Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 6 from 11am to 5pm
- Highlights: Guests will enjoy food, crafts, holiday, drinks, face painting, and visits with Santa from 1-5pm
- More Info: Christmas Market at El Carretonero
Handmade HollyDay Market at Treehouse kid & craft
- Location: 585 Barber Street, Studio G, Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 6 and Sunday, December 7 from 10am-4pm
- Highlights: Stop by this annual market to shop unique gifts and finds from our local vendors and artists.
- More Info: Handemade HollyDay Market at treehouse kid & craft
Malcom Bridge Shopping Center Holiday Market
- Location: 2421 Malcom Bridge Road Bogart, GA
- Date and Time: Tuesday, December 9 from 6-8pm
- Highlights: Stop by for free photos with Santa AND The Grinch, ornament painting at Twisted Moon Studios, after-hours shopping, and a craft with me!
- More Info: Malcom Bridge Shopping Center Holiday Market
Athens 2025 Holiday Market at Big City Bread Cafe
- Location: 393 N Finley Street, Studio C, Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Thursday, December 12 and Friday, December 13 from 5-9pm
- Highlights: This event is a must-visit for those looking for unique handmade items. This market showcases pottery, textiles, jewelry and more.
- More Info: Athens Holiday Market (2-Day Event!)
Beechwood Shopping Center's 2025 Holiday Market & Carnival
- Location: 196 Alps Road Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Friday, December 12 from 6-9pm
- Highlights: Beechwoods' second holiday market features slides, swings, carousels, and more visits with Santa!
- More Info: Beechwood Shopping Center's Holiday Market & Carnival
Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival at Pittard Park
- Location: 115 Parkview Road Winterville, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 13 from 9am to 9pm
- Highlights: Shop dozens of vendors while enjoying holiday train rides, live performances, free photos with Santa, and more.
- More Info: Winter Wonderland Christmas Festival at Pittard Park
Athens Area Vendors Group Presents: Christmas Stop and Shop at East Athens Baptist Church
- Location: 4325 Lexington Road Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 13 from 10am-3pm
- Highlights: Shop over 50 local vendors and enjoy free face painting and photos with Santa!
- More Info: Athens Area Vendors Group Presents: Christmas Stop & Shop
Indie South's 2025 Holiday Hooray at General Time Athens
- Location: 100 Newton Bridge Road Athens, GA
- Date and Time: Saturday, December 14 from 10am to 5pm and Sunday, December 15 from 10am to 3pm
- Highlights: Shop over 100 small local businesses and vendors in this 2-day event that celebrates creativity and craftsmanship.
- More Info: Indie South's 2025 Holiday Hooray at General Time Athens (2-Day Event!)
