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19 festive holiday markets to find one-of-a-kind gifts in and around L.A.
There are many benefits to shopping small this holiday season. You can support L.A.’s creative community. You won’t have to worry about supply chain issues or whether your gift will arrive in time. There’s no unnecessary packaging that comes with shipped gifts and, most important, it’s a good excuse to get out of the house and experience L.A.
Thanks to vaccines and booster shots, holiday markets are back with a vengeance this year, offering one-of-a-kind gifts in unexpected places. In Ojai, you can shop for handcrafted goods in the hotel rooms of the Ojai Rancho Inn. At Angel City Brewery in the Arts District, you can sample IPAs while shopping for jewelry and ceramics by local artists. Many public parks and avenues will close down to host outdoor events. Even if you don’t purchase something, you’ll enjoy a unique experience and connect with others.
Shop for unique items at these outdoor flea markets in and around Los Angeles. From Long Beach to Ventura, we’ve selected our favorite spots.
Read on for a selection of holiday markets and craft fairs in and around Los Angeles this holiday season. In addition to our roundup of L.A.’s best gift shops, check out our roundup of flea markets, another great option — and experience to have — in your search for unique gifts.
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In Todo Craft Fair
Boyle Heights Holiday market
In Todo was founded by designers Kristen Gonzalez (Selva Negra), Shobha Philips (Proclaim), Adele Tetangco (et Tigre) and Aliya Wanek in an effort to bring visibility to BIPOC artists, designers and makers in Los Angeles. The latest market will be staged at Suay Sew Shop, a sustainable sewing and production company that’s collaborating with In Todo on a custom In Todo Community Dye Bath. Attendees can bring their old clothes, sheets, fabric, and dye them in one of the colors offered. There will be 100-plus vendors featuring apparel, art, ceramics, home, food, beauty and beverages.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 8.
Admission: Free.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 8.
Admission: Free.
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Makeshift Muse
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
The spotlight is on more than 50 small businesses at the Makeshift Muse holiday block party presented with Angel City Brewery and LA Truly on Traction Avenue and Rose Street in the Arts District. In addition to gifts, the family-friendly event will offer live music, food and drinks and photo booths.
When: 1 to 7 p.m. Dec. 15.
Admission: Free.
When: 1 to 7 p.m. Dec. 15.
Admission: Free.
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Mujeres Makers Market
Holiday market
This monthly pop-up retail experience generally features more than 50 vendors, all women of color. On the first Sunday of every month, you can shop for vintage goods, handmade Latinesque items, candles, soaps, clothing and more. In honor of Día de los Muertos, the November pop-up will offer music, community altars, face painting, arts and crafts, a La Catrina contest and dance performances. The two-day event in December at El Presidio de Santa Bárbara will feature holiday-themed decor, music, photos and food. In addition, the organizers are planning to add some elements of Posadas, a holiday celebration common in Mexico and within the community in California.
When: Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Dec. 3 and 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
When: Nov. 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Dec. 3 and 4, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Admission: Free
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Maum Market
Pasadena Holiday market
Arnold Byun and Kioh Park launched the MAUM monthly market in January in an effort to highlight Korean and Asian makers. The latest pop-up in November, an outdoor experience hosted at One Colorado in Old Pasadena, will feature works by 26 Asian makers spanning ceramics to sustainable clothing, including Glee + Co, Eunjin Bae, Serein Botanicals and Rise and Shine Jewelry.
When: Nov. 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at One Colorado in Pasadena; Dec. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Platform Park, 8806 Washington Blvd. in Culver City.
Admission: Free but reservations are required.
When: Nov. 12, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at One Colorado in Pasadena; Dec. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Platform Park, 8806 Washington Blvd. in Culver City.
Admission: Free but reservations are required.
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These Hands Makers Collective Holiday Pop-up
Culver City Holiday market
These Hands Makers, which hosts classes on knitting, candle-making and shibori dyeing, hosts a holiday pop-up with Lola and Diosa, Daggers and Pearls, Weird Luck, Thunder Textile and Virgo Vintage, among others.
When: Nov. 12, 3 to 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
When: Nov. 12, 3 to 8 p.m.
Admission: Free
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Dear Handmade Life’s Patchwork Show Modern Makers Festival
Long Beach Holiday market
Dear Handmade Life, a networking group for creatives in Los Angeles, sponsors this annual craft fair in the parking lot of Marine Stadium in Long Beach as a way to highlight small businesses. This year’s show will feature more than 200 makers, from jewelers to potters, as well as kids’ coloring stations, hands-on DIY classes and more than 10 food trucks. The event is bike- and dog-friendly, and even includes a bike valet.
When: Nov. 13, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
When: Nov. 13, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Admission: Free
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The Conscious Collective Makers Market
Ventura County Holiday market
More than 20 artists, designers and makers will sell locally made artisanal goods, including jewelry, ceramics and specialty food items, in the parking lot of the Ojai Valley Woman’s Club.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 19, Dec. 3 and Dec. 17.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 19, Dec. 3 and Dec. 17.
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Renegade Craft Tour
Chinatown Holiday market
Walking the Renegade Craft Fair at the Los Angeles State Historic Park is a little like experiencing an alfresco Etsy convention as independent designers take a break from their online shops and set up booths where you can view their handmade wares in person.
In addition to the promise of a good workout walking around the L.A. park near Chinatown, the holiday installment of Renegade will offer original paintings and prints, soaps and candles, pottery, jewelry, clothing and artisanal foods.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets are allowed.
In addition to the promise of a good workout walking around the L.A. park near Chinatown, the holiday installment of Renegade will offer original paintings and prints, soaps and candles, pottery, jewelry, clothing and artisanal foods.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets are allowed.
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Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair
Pasadena Holiday market
More than 150 artisans will set up at Central Park in Old Town Pasadena in November for the annual curated selection of independent makers offering original fashion and jewelry design, paper goods, home goods and art. The event will repeat in December on San Fernando Boulevard in downtown Burbank between Magnolia Boulevard and Angeleno.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 9 and 10, Central Park, Pasadena; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8, San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia and Angeleno in downtown Burbank.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets are welcome.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 9 and 10, Central Park, Pasadena; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8, San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia and Angeleno in downtown Burbank.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets are welcome.
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Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Pomona Holiday market
The long-running festival returns to the Pomona Fairgrounds where more than 100 artists will share handmade jewelry, clothing, photography, specialty foods, hand-turned wood, ceramics, blown glass and ornaments.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 8.
Admission: $4-$9. Parking, $17 (credit card only).
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 8.
Admission: $4-$9. Parking, $17 (credit card only).
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Midland Market
Boyle Heights Holiday market
The third annual holiday market hosted by Paige Appel and Kelly Harris of Midland Shop, which will close its Culver City bricks-and-mortar store on Nov. 5, will showcase more than 80 local designers offering “beautiful gifts, wares and stunning lifestyle goods,” according to the shop owners.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7. $10 in advance; $12 at the door. Children under 12 are free to enter.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7. $10 in advance; $12 at the door. Children under 12 are free to enter.
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Prosperity Market
Fairfax Holiday market
Prosperity Market, a mobile market devoted to supporting Black farmers, food producers and artists, hosts an in-person pop-up market on Dec. 3 at the Original Farmers Market on 3rd Street, near the Grove.
“We have farmers, food producers, packaged food, hot food. We always have music,” Prosperity Market founders Kara Still and Carmen Dianne told The Times. “We have a DJ. I would say we’re like 70% food, and then we have 30% artists. Sometimes we’ll have children’s events. We do raffles. We’ll bring in community partners. It really is about creating a space where people can have access to all of these goods via all of these Black producers and be together. A space for people to be together and to learn stuff and try some new things.”
In addition to the event at the Grove, Still and Dianne have curated four special collections by some of their favorite local Black-owned businesses for the holidays: Flavor, Snack, Self-Care and Produce, priced between $45 and $55. Online ordering launches on Nov. 25 and closes Dec. 15. Local delivery (fee applies) and pick-up will be available on Dec. 17.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3
Admission: Free
“We have farmers, food producers, packaged food, hot food. We always have music,” Prosperity Market founders Kara Still and Carmen Dianne told The Times. “We have a DJ. I would say we’re like 70% food, and then we have 30% artists. Sometimes we’ll have children’s events. We do raffles. We’ll bring in community partners. It really is about creating a space where people can have access to all of these goods via all of these Black producers and be together. A space for people to be together and to learn stuff and try some new things.”
In addition to the event at the Grove, Still and Dianne have curated four special collections by some of their favorite local Black-owned businesses for the holidays: Flavor, Snack, Self-Care and Produce, priced between $45 and $55. Online ordering launches on Nov. 25 and closes Dec. 15. Local delivery (fee applies) and pick-up will be available on Dec. 17.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3
Admission: Free
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Craft Contemporary Holiday Marketplace
Mid-Wilshire Holiday market
Shop for one-of-a-kind contemporary crafts by more than 20 Los Angeles-based makers at the Holiday Marketplace held in the courtyard of Craft Contemporary, formerly the Craft and Folk Art Museum.
Guests can enjoy music and refreshments while shopping for ceramics, textiles, glassware, jewelry and artisanal chocolate. On Dec. 7, the event will include a workshop on making gift wrap and cards from recycled materials from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Class fee: $15.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8.
Admission: Free with museum admission of $9. On Dec. 7, a preview will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., which includes refreshments. Sunday admission is pay-what-you-can.
Guests can enjoy music and refreshments while shopping for ceramics, textiles, glassware, jewelry and artisanal chocolate. On Dec. 7, the event will include a workshop on making gift wrap and cards from recycled materials from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Class fee: $15.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8.
Admission: Free with museum admission of $9. On Dec. 7, a preview will be held from 10 to 11 a.m., which includes refreshments. Sunday admission is pay-what-you-can.
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Heather Levine Ceramics Holiday Studio Sale
Glassell Park Holiday market
Ceramicist Heather Levine opens her studio for her annual holiday sale, where guests can shop for handmade bowls, vases, planters, coffee mugs, even pendant lamps by Los Angeles artists. In addition to Levine, this year’s lineup includes ceramicists Heather Rosenman, Betsey Carter, Pawena Studio, Joan Laidig Ceramics, MH Studio, Morgan Peck, Pilar Wiley Studio, Kylie Ruan and Matthew Rosenquist.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7.
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7.
Admission: Free
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Unique World
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
Sonja Rasula has reconceived her long-running Unique Market as Unique World, a shopping experience she describes as “fresh and different” and unlike other markets. “I’ve remodeled the entire thing as a homage to the great, old department stores which felt like curated presentations and more atelier-like,” she says. Instead of aisle-after-aisle of exhibitors, Rasula is curating exhibitors into groupings and presenting them cohesively: home, fashion, accessories, kids and stationery. Additionally, the event will offer interactive experiences including tattoo artists, tarot card readings, nail art stations and custom monogramming.
When: Noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8. 11 a.m. to noon. VIP preview Dec. 7.
Admission: $20. Children 14 and younger, free. VIP admission, $50.
When: Noon to 6 p.m. Dec. 7 and 8. 11 a.m. to noon. VIP preview Dec. 7.
Admission: $20. Children 14 and younger, free. VIP admission, $50.
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Deck the Halls Ojai Holiday Market
Ventura County Holiday market
Hotel rooms become showrooms at Deck the Halls, an annual event where designers from all over California set up shop in the 18 rooms of the hip Ojai Rancho Inn. Artists and makers from L.A., Ojai and beyond include Fixed Air, Kris Chau, Eunbi, Simeona Leona, Matthew Ready, All Roads Studio, Alexis Smart, Lookout and Wonderland, High Tide, Sherlise Lee, Debbie Bean, Block Shop, Wonder Valley, Milena Silvano, Agnes Baddoo, Zen Bunni, Bliss and Mischief, Sam Roberts, Tavin, Shop Summer Camp, Rory’s Place, Sama Sama Kitchen and many more.
There will be live music curated by Carlos Niño and Annelise Stabenau.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 17
Admission: Free
There will be live music curated by Carlos Niño and Annelise Stabenau.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 17
Admission: Free
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West Coast Craft Market
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
The West Coast Craft Market in Los Angeles brings together more than 150 artists, designers and makers at this outdoor market held at Row DTLA. The event will feature vintage goods and apparel, ceramics and candles and jewelry.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 10.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets allowed.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 10.
Admission: Free. Leashed pets allowed.
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Mujeres Market Orange County
Santa Ana Holiday market
In 2017, Gloria Lucas started Mujeres Market as a place where individuals who identify as women of color, femmes of color, or queer or trans people of color could sell their homemade or independently created products. This year’s holiday market will feature more than 100 vendors as well as DJs, food, photo ops and a cash bar.
When: noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 18
Admission: Free
When: noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 18
Admission: Free
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