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 with the family in November and December 2022 to one of these holiday markets in southeast Michigan and shop till you drop.
Downtown Detroit Markets
Nov 11-Dec. 31, 2022
- Address: Cadillac Square and Capitol Park area, Detroit
- 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. Face masks and social distancing is required.
Holiday Market at the Anton Art Center
Nov. 17-Dec. 23, 2022
- Address:125 Macomb Place, Mount Clemens
- 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. 20, 22 and 27; Dec. 4, 11 and 18, 2022
- Address: 2934 Russell St. Sheds 3, 4 & 5, Detroit
- Cost: Free/admission, fees/items on sale
Tuesday market dates are primarily focused on food vendors and the Sunday dates feature plenty of Michigan-made gift options. For all ages.
St. Nick’s Warehouse 42nd Annual Arts & Crafts Show at Henry Ford II High School
Nov. 26-27, 2022
- Address: 11911 Clinton River Road, Sterling Heights
- Cost: $3/person
This annual juried arts & crafts show, presented by Henry Ford II High School Athletic Boosters, has more than 250 booths.
HOLIDAY BAZAAR 2022 at Cairns Community Center
Nov. 27, 2022
- Address: 58 Orchard St., Mount Clemens
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
Shop from 30 vendors and small businesses and curb your appetite at the food trucks outside. There will also be live entertainment and a special appearance by Santa Claus.
Detroit Urban Craft Fair at Masonic Temple
Dec. 2-4, 2022
- Address: 500 Temple St., Detroit
- Cost: $10/Friday night $5/Saturday 10 a.m.-noon and Sunday 11 a.m.-noon, $2/Saturday 2-7 p.m. and 2-6 p.m. Sunday, free/children 12 and under noon-close Saturday-Sunday
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.
Birmingham Winter Markt and Tree Lighting at Birmingham Shopping District
Dec. 2-4, 2022
- Address: 151 Martin St., Birmingham
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
Enjoy shopping from local vendors and artisans, holiday lights, ice sculptures, live entertainment and more. The tree lighting takes place on Friday, Dec. 2 at 6 p.m. and will feature Santa Claus and carolers.
Kerrytown District KindleFest at Ann Arbor Farmers Market
Dec. 2, 2022
- Address: 303 Detroit St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
This annual holiday market features a variety of local and regional artisan set-ups, toys and gifts for sale, kids activities, live music, fire pits and more. There will also be more fun at Fourth Avenue between Ann & Catherine, which will include food trucks and beer and wine available for sale.
Kris Kringle Market in Downtown Rochester
Dec. 2-3, 2022
- Address: On West Fourth Street between Walnut and Main streets, downtown Rochester
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
The event will feature one-of-a-kind shopping, specialty foods, fresh greens & wreaths and handcrafted gifts for the holiday.
Harbor Holiday Bazaar at MacRay Harbor
Dec. 11, 2022
- Address: 30675 N. River Road, Harrison Township
- Cost: Free/admission, fees vary/items on sale
Enjoy this holiday shopping event, which features wreaths, woodwork, jewelry, candles, soap, cocoa bombs and other handmade items.
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