Get in the festive spirit with a cup of cocoa (or mulled wine) and a stroll through twinkly tents full of locally-sourced crafts and foods—and possibly the perfect gifts.
When: November 24-December 23, noon to 8 PM
Where: 8th and F Sts., NW
What: Can’t decide which vendors you want to visit? This collection features over 150 local rotating vendors, with 60 on site each day. Get sweets from Capital Candy Jar, espresso from Vigilante Coffee and detailed stationery from Miks Letterpress. Don’t miss Migues Magnificent Mini Donuts for a mid-shopping sugar rush.
When: October 24 – December 31
Where: 116 King St., Alexandria
What: With over 30 fashion and lifestyle brands encompassing both men’s, women’s, and children’s items you are bound to find something for everyone. Added bonus: the pop up also has an ongoing schedule with paint and barre classes.
When: December 1-23, from 11 AM to 7 PM
Where: 300 John Caryle St.
What: Drop your little ones off at Children’s Corner for games and fun while you cross out names on your gift list. A Toy Drive by Volunteer Alexandria will be accepting donations to help provide holiday gifts for families in need.
When: December 7 – January 1, times vary
Where: Old Town, 123 S. Fairfax St., Alexandria
What: American Fields first pop-up features Made in USA products from Bradley Mountain (luggage), Abbott NYC (cologne), Story Dry Goods (leather products), and more.
When: December 9, from 10 AM to 3 PM
Where: Women’s Club of Bethesda, 5500 Sonoma Road
What: Head up north to sample Bethesda’s festivities with hourly giveaways and vendors like Le Fashion Cottage, Tara at Home, and Beehavin’.
When: November 25 – December 23, times vary
Where: Union Market, 1287 4th St., NE
What: Shop local retailers and find the perfect ring, beauty product, leather accessory, or homeware for your friends at this pop-up shop from Carolyn Misterek (Matine) and Mallory Shelter (Mallory Shelter Jewelry).
When: December 16, 22, & 23 from 10 AM to 7 PM.
Where: Shiloh Baptist Church, 1500 Ninth St., NW
What: In its 27th year, this annual market features over 80 pop-up shops from international artists.
When: December 1-3, 8, 15, & 22, times vary
Where: the Heurich House, 1307 New Hampshire Ave., NW
What: Dupont’s sole crafts market features the work of over 40 local artists including ceramics, prints, and handmade jewelry. Pick up a new scent for your home at JSquared Candle Co. Guests are welcome to take a break from the cold and walk through the historic—and seasonally decorated—house.
When: December 2-3, 8-10, 16-17 & 22, times vary
Where: 2001 S St., NW; 1924 8th St., NW
What: If you’re hungry, this is the market for you. Glen’s Garden Market will run in Dupont and Shaw. On paleo? Try paleo-friendly brownies at Bakefully Yours. Avoiding gluten? Sample gluten-free whoopie pies Stevie G’s Gluten Free Bakery. For chocoholics, don’t miss Chouquette Chocolates. Vendors rotate daily.
When: December 2, from 11 AM to 5 PM
Where: House of Sweden, 2900 K St., NW
What: Indulge in all things Swedish by munching on prinsesstårta cake, sipping some glogg (mulled wine), and browsing Swedish textiles, books, bread, and Kosta Boda glassware. The market ends with a traditional, candle-lit Lucia procession at 5 PM.
Made in DC Pop-Up Shop
When: December 1-3, 8-10 & 15-17, times vary
Where: 4340 Connecticut Ave., NW
What: A one-stop shop for gifts and Christmas trees (from December 1-3 & 8-10). Santa will also be taking visitors.
Market 7 Flea’s Holiday Market
When: December 9, from noon to 5 PM
Where: Riverside Recreation Center, 5200 Foote St., NE
What: Shop crafts and trinkets from all African-American-owned businesses at this Ward 7 community market.
When: December 1 & 2, from 10 AM to 6 PM and 9 AM to 4 PM, respectively
Where: Christ Lutheran Church, 3810 Meredith Dr., Fairfax
What: The 47th annual market will serve traditional Norwegian food, such as nokkelost (cheese with cloves and cumin seeds), krumkakker (Scandinavian waffles) and julekake (Christmas cake). Market-goers can also enjoy live accordion and folk dancing while trying on snow-themed Nordic sweaters.