Holiday markets are a great place to find unique gifts, seasonal home decor, handmade clothing and more. Plus, shopping locally and supporting independent artists is especially important this time of year.
From intimate markets at micro-breweries and coffee shops to annual arts festivals, these holiday events across the First State make it easy to check every person off your seasonal shopping list.
Lavender Fields Holiday Art & Craft Market
Friday, November 29-Sunday, December 1 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
At Lavender Fields in Milton, enjoy live music, deals and discounts in The Cottage Store, a special holiday menu in The Wildflower Cafe, yard games and more. Shop plenty of local vendors selling gifts, holiday decor, sweets, apparel and more.
18864 Cool Spring Road, Milton
Lewes Historical Society Holiday Village & Market
Friday, December 6, 4-7 p.m. | Saturday, December 7, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This free Holiday Village & Market will take place at the Lewes Historical Society’s campus at 110 Shipcarpenter Street in Lewes. Shop local vendors and enjoy the outdoor holiday atmosphere at this charming, historic venue. Browse for art, gifts, fresh greenery and much more on Friday evening and Saturday morning and afternoon. While you’re in town, you can also enjoy the Holiday House Tour of Lewes. Find tour times and tickets online.
110 Shipcarpenter Street, Lewes
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Holiday Stroll in Downtown Milford
Saturday, December 7 | 3-8 p.m.Â
Downtown Milford Inc. invites you to the 19th Annual Holiday Stroll and Fifth Annual Christmas Market in historic Downtown Milford. Experience Christmas the old-fashioned way with classic shops, a fire truck display, art galleries, restaurants, music and more.
Downtown Milford
Weekend Wonderland at Bethany Beach
Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21
Bethany Beach’s annual Weekend Wonderland is back to encourage you to shop local this holiday season. Visit local businesses for holiday specials and in-store attractions. Plus, take the town trolley on a tour of decorations for the Coastal Christmas Showdown.
Bethany Beach
Scout Cafe Holiday Market
Sunday, December 8 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
This open-air holiday market will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Scout Cafe’s back garden. Last year’s holiday market was a big hit, so the Wilmington hangout is sure to impress again. With a great list of vendors, a cozy atmosphere and a visit from Santa, it’s sure to be a fun afternoon. Plus, grab lunch and a drink inside the cafe before or after you shop around.
2316 Baynard Boulevard, Wilmington
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Holiday Celebration and Market at Glasgow Park
Friday, December 13 to Saturday, December 14 | 5-8 p.m.
The annual holiday celebration at Glasgow Park is fun for the whole family. With music, a holiday train ride, crafting, refreshments and more, there are plenty of fun activities to supplement your shopping day. Gift and artisan food vendors will be selling wares throughout the celebration.
2247 Pulaski Highway, Newark
Krampus Fest & Yuletide Market at Liquid Alchemy
Saturday, December 16 | 2-6 p.m.
Don your Krampus mask, traditional German garb or holiday-themed costumes and head to Liquid Alchemy in Wilmington for this annual festival and Yuletide market. From 2-6 p.m., sip and shop local artists selling one-of-a-kind gifts, home decor and more. A bottle of mead makes a great holiday gift, and Liquid Alchemy offers gift cards, honey-centric gift boxes and cocktail kits for the season. Come for the market and stick around for the other activities including photos with actors wearing traditional Krampus costumes and masks, axe throwing, tarot reading and live music.
28 Brookside Drive, Wilmington
Brandywine Holiday Festival of the Arts
Saturday, December 21, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Sunday, December 22, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.Â
It’s no secret that Brandywine Festival of the Arts brings together some of the best local artisans and juried vendors. The holiday version is no different! Shop last-minute gifts from over 150 local and regional artists and artisans. Admission costs $5, and children under 12 get in free.
Chase Center at the Riverfront | 815 Justison Street, Wilmington
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