Pop-up holiday markets can be great places to tie in the rest of your seasonal gift shopping. With a diverse array of local vendors, you can even give everyone on your list a gift. At the very least, you avoid the perils of online shopping supply chain issues and marvel at some of the cleverest ornaments and handmade soaps the city has to offer. At best, you walk away with a feeling of generosity and a cup of hot chocolate with little marshmallows to warm your hands.
We know that your time on this earth is precious, especially during the demanding and stretched period that is the holiday season. That’s why we’ve simplified your hunt. Here is our list of upcoming holiday markets in San Antonio.
When: Sunday, December 5 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: The Witte Museum
What: Over thirty vendors, photos with Santa, and discounted admission to the museum.
When: Saturday, November 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Tobin Center for Performing Arts
What: The fifth annual fine arts and high-end crafts market will return with festive music and food.
When: Saturday, December 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Tour of the Americas
What: Enjoy hot chocolate and music while shopping for goods from local artisans, food vendors and boutiques.
When: Saturday, December 11 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: San Antonio Museum of Art
What: A night market with unique local vendors and artisans.
When: Every Wednesday in December before Christmas, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Pearl
What: Shop direct from local creators with a different musical performance from a local band every week, from Noah Harris to Grupo Tan Tan.
Pearl hosts a holiday market every Wednesday before Christmas.
Joel Pena for mySAWhen: Saturday, November 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: The Brick in Bluestar
What: A group of socially responsible pop-up shops featuring local artisans with products that strive to be more ethical and natural products. An alternative to the popular Brickmas Holiday Market, which is currently unscheduled.
When: Saturday, December 4, from noon to 5 p.m.
Where: Smack’s Chicken Shack
What: A celebratory event for Tim Burton fans, with opportunities to meet Alex Vincent, the original horror film actor Child’s play.
When: Friday, December 3, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Victoria’s Black Swan Inn
What: Shop from the holiday vendors and artisans in the notoriously haunted house.
