Holiday markets are opening their doors around the DMV. Whether you’re shopping for gifts or yourself (or a little of both!), you’ll find scores of handmade items from local vendors — plus holiday treats, warm beverages and, at some markets, live music, a holiday home tour or more.
We’ll continue to update this page throughout the season, so check back for updates!
2026 holiday markets in Washington, D.C.
DC Holiday Market
Dupont Circle; Nov. 12-Dec. 23
The DC Holiday Market in Dupont Circle offers 40 days of holiday shopping and fun, with nearly three dozen small businesses offering you a huge mix of items. If you’re looking to check off everyone on your Christmas list, this is a solid place to do it. Plus, it’s just a block from the Metro. Weekdays 12-8 p.m.; weekends 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; free admission. (Closed Nov. 26 and Nov. 30.)
L-R: Nina Palazzolo; Getty Images
L-R: Nina Palazzolo; Getty Images L: DC Holiday Market in Dupont Circle; Downtown Holiday Market on F Street NW
Downtown Holiday Market
F Street NW between 7th & 9th; Nov. 13-Dec. 23
The Downtown Holiday Market is a BIG holiday shopping experience, with 120+ vendors offering handcrafted gifts, art and treats to enjoy as F Street NW is transformed to get you into the holiday spirit. Get artsy inspiration before you stop at the National Portrait Gallery just a few steps away. Open this Fri. through Dec 23; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Mon. through Thurs. 12-8 p.m.; free admission.
Bonus: Two vintage (but not-technically-holiday) markets in D.C.
Boozy Book Fair: ‘90s Edition
Merry Pin; Nov. 14
Still miss the Scholastic book fair coming to your school? The Boozy Book Fair: ‘90s Edition at the Merry Pin (7350 Georgia Ave. NW) brings together cocktails (and mocktails), crafting stations and “all the bookish magic you remember.” 5-9 p.m. (hourly timed entry, last entry at 8 p.m.); admission $18.
Stuck in the 2000s vintage market
Union Market; Nov. 15
For the fashion lover, MCM-obsessed millennial, or any Gen Z’er who wants to bring back Y2K, DC Bound hosts a Stuck in the 2000s vintage market at Dock 5 at Union Market (1309 5th St. NE). Sun. 1-6 p.m.; $10 early entry, free after 2 p.m.
2026 holiday markets in Virginia
Alexandria Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show
Old Town; Dec. 4-20
At this outdoor market, listen to carolers as you explore handcrafted items, holiday décor and more from local artists, plus hot drinks and seasonal treats at John Carlyle Square in Old Town. Kids can enjoy an ornament-making station and take photos with Santa.
Del Ray Artisans Gallery’s Holiday Market 2026
Del Ray; Dec. 4-6, 11-13, 18-20
Different artists will be featured each weekend, letting you shop fine arts and handmade crafts — including glass, textiles, glass, prints, paper crafting — from a rotating selection at the Del Ray Artisans gallery in the Nicholas A. Colasanto Center (2704 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria). Fri. 6-9 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; free admission.
Fairfax Annual Holiday Market
Old Town Square; Dec. 4-6, 11-13
Shop from local artists while enjoying live music for two weekends at Old Town Square (10415 North St., Fairfax). Craft vendors will vary based on the weekend. Free photos with Santa will be available for kids on Dec. 6 (1-4 p.m.) and pets on Dec. 12 (1-4 p.m.). Fri. 5-8 p.m.; Sat. 12-6 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.; free admission.
Herndon WinterMarkt
Herndon; Dec. 12
Explore a European-style holiday market known for its collection of holiday food, drinks, gifts and handcrafted Christmas decorations at the intersection of Lynn and Station streets in Herndon. After shopping, enjoy traditions including a holiday model train show, Santa’s workshop and a holiday homes tour. 12-6 p.m.; free admission.
2026 holiday markets in Maryland
Christmas Market and Holiday Craft Show
National Harbor; Saturdays through Dec. 19
National Harbor’s holiday market (100 American Way, National Harbor) is now open every Saturday until Christmas. Every Saturday features a rotating selection of artisans and crafters, so each stop will be one-of-a-kind. Whether you’re looking for trinkets or sweet treats, there’s something for you here. Saturdays through Dec. 19; 12-7 p.m.; free admission.
BlackRock Center for the Arts Holiday Market
Germantown; Dec. 12
Shop for handcrafted jewelry, candles and more at a holiday-themed version of the monthly artists’ market at BlackRock Center for the Arts (12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown). You can also stop by ScrapHappy, their pay-what-you-can art supplies thrift store. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. market; 12-4 p.m. thrift store; free admission.
Brentwood Arts Exchange Holiday Craft Fair
Brentwood; Dec. 12
Shop handcrafted items from more than a dozen local artisans and taste seasonal sips from Maryland Meadworks at Brentwood Arts Exchange (3901 Rhode Island Ave., Brentwood). 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; free admission.
