Are you looking to find some unique holiday gifts, away from the long department store lines, and without breaking the bank?
You’re in luck. There are tons of craft shows, holiday markets and pop-up boutiques in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne counties with plenty of handmade items for sale during the holiday season.
Take a day trip (or log on virtually) with the family in November or December 2021 to one of these holiday markets in metro Detroit, and shop till you drop.
Note: Due to COVID-19, some market hours may vary and some markets may be following COVID-19 safety protocols. Call your chosen market for details and be sure to wear a face mask and practice social distancing while out and about.
November
Downtown Detroit Markets
Nov 10-Dec. 31, 2021
- Address: Cadillac Square and Capitol Park area, Detroit
- Times: Vary by location
- Cost: Varies
Head to downtown Detroit to hit up one of the multiple pop-up markets this holiday season. Here, shoppers can peruse a wide-variety of holiday goodies like chocolates. Face masks and social distancing is required.
Holiday Market at the Anton Art Center
Nov. 18-Dec. 23, 2021
- Address: Anton Art Center, 125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens
- Times: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, noon-8 p.m. Thursday, noon-5 p.m. Friday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday (closed Monday)
- Cost: Free/admission, fees/items on sale
Affordable and unique holiday gifts, decor and artwork from Michigan artists.
Holiday Markets at Eastern Market in Detroit
Nov. 21,23 and 28; Dec. 5, 12 and 19, 2021
- Address: Eastern Market Shed 5, Detroit
- Times: Vary by day
- Cost: Free/admission, fees/items on sale
Find all types of Michigan-made gift goodies at this sale. For all ages.
December
Kris Kringle Market in Downtown Rochester
Dec. 3-4, 2021
- Address: On West Fourth Street between Walnut and Main streets, downtown Rochester
- Times: 4-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
There will be food, warming stations and live entertainment alongside the goodies for sale at this open-air market. COVID-19 restrictions apply.
Detroit Urban Craft Fair at Detroit Masonic Temple
Dec. 3-5, 2021
- Address: Detroit Masonic Temple, 500 Temple St., Detroit
- Times: 6-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
- Cost: $10/Friday night $5/Saturday 10am-12pm, $2/Saturday 2-7pm and all day on Sunday, free/children 12 and under
Featuring more than 100 handmade crafters and indie artists, this fair offers an opportunity for shoppers to find one-of-a-kind items and meet the creators.
Dearborn WinterFest Market
Dec. 11, 2021
- Address: Wagner Park, Dearborn
- Times: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
More than 30 vendors set up shop to sell handcrafted body care products, wood and metal novelties, arts, clothing, food and more. Kids activities, live entertainment and more included.
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