Holiday Shopping at Michigan's Open-Air Markets
Have yourself a merry little Christmas by knocking out your holiday shopping at some of West Michigan's most unique shopping venues. Check out local artisans and specialty shops who display their wares at open-air holiday markets, offering some of the most fantastic products, treats, and handcrafted goods imaginable. From European-style marketplaces to shopping experiences that feature artisan cocktails and fine crafts, there’s something undeniably festive about these outdoor holiday bazaars.
Kerstmarkt-Holland
Weekends, Nov. 20-Dec. 11
8th Street and Pine Avenue
Holland, MI
Find a plethora of handmade goods and holiday cheer at the Kerstmarkt-Holland. Located just 20 minutes north of The Hotel Saugatuck in the quaint town of Holland, this open-air European-style Christmas market runs over multiple weekends leading up to Christmas. Eighteen wooden booths line the 8th Street Marketplace, showcasing the handcrafted items of talented vendors. With everything from soaps to wreaths to scarves, you're sure to find the perfect fine-quality gift! The Kerstmarkt, now in its 25th year, is a tradition brought over from the Netherlands. It provides a delightful, festive venue for local artisans to introduce their craft to shoppers who gather to enjoy delicious food and drink, skillfully made treasures, and artisan demonstrations.
Winter's Eve Markets
Fridays, Nov. 5 & 19
400 Culver St.
Saugatuck, MI
Come for the cocktails, stay for the shopping. The Winter's Eve Market is held on two separate Saturday evenings in November when you can enjoy an open-air shopping experience under the lights. Browse more than 35 local crafters, growers, and producers in the Outdoor Plaza at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts here in Saugatuck. Before you begin shopping, grab a craft cocktail or hot toddy to warm you from the inside. Start your holiday shopping off right at the Winter's Eve Market as you peruse the Michigan-made art, fine craft, and edible product offerings, with live music adding to the vivacious atmosphere.
Outdoor Holiday Market
Saturday, Dec. 4
400 Culver St.
Saugatuck, MI
Fresh holiday greens and handcrafted jewelry. Artisan baked goods and trendy home decor. These are a few of our favorite things, and you can find them (and more) at the Outdoor Holiday Market on Dec. 4, at the Saugatuck Center for the Arts. Forty art and fine-craft vendors will display their locally produced goods at the Outdoor Plaza and Pavilion. While you shop, enjoy a specialty holiday beverage from the bar and food from local vendors. Live bands will perform holiday favorites on the outdoor stage, setting the festive mood as you tackle your holiday shopping list.
