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NJIB’s Guide to 25+ New Jersey November Holiday Markets 2025

‘Tis the Season to shop local! And we’re starting to see pop-ups all over the Garden State getting into the spirit of shopping local. Curated markets will help you find the best gifts for the holidays – for your friends and family or yourself! Let’s help our local community this year and shop local businesses.

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NJIB’s Guide to New Jersey November Holiday Markets 2025:

Featured Events!

Bell Works Fresh Holiday Markets
November 29, 30, December 3, 7, 10, 13, 14, 17, & 20 (Wed 11 am – 4 pm, Sat & Sun 12 pm – 4 pm)

The Bell Works Holiday Market in Holmdel, NJ is a festive indoor shopping experience that transforms the iconic Bell Works building into a winter wonderland of local creativity. Hosted by Bell Works Fresh, the market features dozens of artisans, makers, and food vendors offering handcrafted gifts, seasonal décor, jewelry, candles, treats, and more. With live music, delicious bites, and a vibrant community atmosphere, it’s the perfect place to shop small, support local businesses, and get into the holiday spirit—all in one beautifully designed, weatherproof venue.
Bell Works 101 Crawfords Corner Road Holmdel, NJ
Cost: Free

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Princeton’s Artist Winter Village
November 13 – 16, 20 – 23, 28 – 30

These festive pop-up shops, run by talented regional creatives, offer fun and unique gifts in cozy textiles, jewelry, hand-poured candles, charming children’s wear, pottery, wood, and so much more. From November 13 through December 21, four Chalets will be open for business Thursday through Sunday, 12-6pm. In addition to the Chalets, ten additional artists will join the village on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-4pm. Vendors change each week.
Hinds Plaza, Princeton, NJ
Cost: Free

Merry Market
November 15, 11 am – 4 pm

This event is a wonderful opportunity to begin your holiday shopping with our artisan vendors, who will offer a delightful selection of handmade gifts, including soaps, candles, jewelry, food, and many other items. There will also be festive music from our carolers and a photo opportunity with Santa!
Main Street, Mullica Hill, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Denville Makers’ Market
November 16, 8:30 am – 1 pm

Get a jump on your holiday shopping and visit the Denville Makers’ Market. It will take place in the Bloomfield Ave parking lot alongside the popular Denville Farmers’ Market. Spend a morning with family and friends enjoying early holiday shopping brought to you by local crafters. You’ll meet local artisans, celebrate their crafts, and enjoy unique and handmade items you won’t find anywhere else. While there, you can also support local farmers and purveyors to stock up on the best the season has to offer.
Denville Farmers’ Market, 51 Bloomfield Ave, Denville, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Vernon Holiday Market
November 22, 11 am – 2 pm

50+ local and handmade vendors with unique gifts, holiday décor, and one-of-a-kind treasures—perfect for everyone on your list Plus delicious food vendors, Live music, community cheer, and plenty of festive fun.
Cobblestone Village, MT Creek Parking Lot, Vernon, NJ
Cost: Free

Shop, Gather, & Give – Fall Farmers Market
November 22, 12 pm – 4 pm

A local market will be collecting non-perishable food items for a nearby food pantry while showcasing a lineup of specialty vendors featuring fall-flavored foods, Thanksgiving-themed treats, and hostess gifts. Visitors can enjoy offerings from Cream Ridge Winery and Twin Lights Brewing, live music, and seasonal photo ops. The event will include craft coffee, sourdough bread, baked goods, jams, desserts, candles, soaps, floral arrangements, clothing, accessories, handcrafted jewelry, spiritual readings, organic skincare, and more.
Calgo Gardens, 462 Adelphia Rd, Freehold, NJ
Cost: Free with Non Perishable Food Item

Holidazzle Art Auction and Holiday Market
November 22, 4 pm – 6 pm

Celebrate art, creativity, and holiday cheer at FAF’s Holidazzle Art Auction & Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 22 at SJAC’s new Artist Studio & Gallery in Woodbury. Guests can enjoy wine, light bites, and local art, including murals painted LIVE this season at Lot 323 — plus shop one-of-a-kind gifts from local vendors.
122 N. Broad St. Woodbury, NJ
Cost: Free

Milltown Holiday Craft & Maker’s Fair
November 22 & 23, 9:30 am – 3 pm

A large selection of vendors: handmade jewelry, candles, soaps, laser-engraved wood goods, baked desserts, home décor, plants, artisan crafts, and more. This is an early-holiday shopping opportunity – A great chance to get unique gifts before the rush.
21 W Church St, Milltown, NJ
Cost: Free

Holiday Artisan Market at Unionville Vineyards
November 22 & 23, 12 pm – 5 pm

Your one-stop shop for holiday gift buying! Artisans line the rooms of the tasting room barn with handcrafted goodies, treats, and more for the holiday season. Blue Jersey Band will be playing live jazz each day 1-4PM. Delicious bites by Kulinary Kings on Saturday and Ms. Fu’s Yummy Food Truck on Sunday. No cover needed and families are welcome.
9 Rocktown Road, Ringoes, NJ
Cost: Free

Jingle Fest Craft Show
November 23, 10 am – 5 pm

This event features over one hundred arts and crafts exhibitors from three states, located in the gym and café. Santa will be there too. Attendees will discover a diverse selection of handcrafted goods and artistic creations, offering something special for every taste. The fair is hosted by the Wayne Hills Class of 2026 and organized by P.J.’s Promotions. Shoppers can browse a diverse selection of items including florals, holiday decor, ceramics, pottery, jewelry, chain saw animals, fine art, chocolates, charcuterie boards, birdhouses, fiber, lighted bottles, hand painted ornaments, and glassware. Also, apparel, license plate, puzzle art, paper tole, resin and diamond art, pet treats, carpet bags and signs. Other unique finds include dried herb mixes, turned wood bowls, carpet bags, stain glass, bonsai, photography, sports clocks, soft sculpture and so much more.
Wayne Hills High School , 272 Berdan Ave, Wayne, NJ
Cost: $3

Swedish Christmas Fair
November 23, 10 am – 3 pm
The Swedish Christmas fair has something for everyone; there is a great selection of food items, crafts, and gifts. Swedish handicrafts like handmade Christmas decorations, linen, and wooden items plus a variety of cheeses, herring, and other Swedish delicacies as well as home baked goods (bread, cookies, and cakes) are available for you to buy. Glögg, a typical Swedish spiced holiday drink, is also being offered. There are raffles with wonderful prizes, and activities for younger children. A highlight of the fair is the beautiful Lucia pageant and her choir singing and lightening up the holiday season at 1:30pm, a beautiful and truly unique Swedish tradition! The Swedish Christmas Fair is hosted by the NJ Chapter of SWEA, Swedish Women’s Educational Association. SWEA is a global nonprofit organization promoting Swedish language, culture, history, and tradition.
26 Northview Avenue, Upper Montclair, NJ
Cost: Admission is $2

Downtown Candlelight Shopping
November 28, 6 pm – 9 pm

Candlelight Shopping features Santa, carriage rides, carolers and twinkling luminarias lining the quaint streets. With over 200 shops and restaurants offering distinctive gifts and friendly customer service, businesses along Kings Highway and Downtown Haddonfield’s charming side streets – which include Mechanic Street, Ellis Street, Tanner Street, Haddy Lane, Kings Court, and Haddon Avenue – welcome everyone to shop in their beautifully curated stores and find delightful holiday treasures. Discover an array of incredible gifts in distinctive shops, food/beverage establishments, and boutiques, while enjoying the festivities and town-wide twinkling décor.
Downtown Haddonfield, NJ

Sea Isle City Winter Village
November 28 (11 am – 8 pm) & 29, (10 am – 4 pm)

Families will enjoy a visit with Santa and his special guests, holiday performances and music, and a second chance to shop for gifts at the Shopping Village to get started on your holiday shopping.
Excursion Park (JFK Blvd & Pleasure Ave) 2 41st Street Sea Isle City, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Winter Village at the Red Mill Museum
November 28 – 30

Marketspace Vendor Events joins The Red Mill Museum Village’s 16th Annual Festival of Trees and Dickens Days to present the Winter Village at The Red Mill in 2025. This five-day, family-friendly holiday market offers festive shopping in a heated outdoor setting with more than 50 local craft artisans, food trucks, and daily activities. Guests can stroll through the Festival of Trees, enjoy the Victorian charm of Dickens Days with theatrical carolers and horse-drawn carriage rides, and capture memories at the event’s photobooth. The market is dog-friendly, and general admission (free for children six and under) supports the museum.
56 Main St, Clinton, NJ

Kringle Cove – A Magical Pop Up
November 28 – 30, 12 pm – 5 pm

The event will showcase incredible handcrafted goods and unique holiday gifts by local and regional makers and small businesses, holiday music, delicious food & libations, craft workshops, kids activities, festive décor, music, and more. During the event, guests can also experience WCP’s first pop-up weekend of Kringle Cove – your winter wonderland escape! From cheerful themed nights to live holiday music and smores stations, every visit will feel like a celebration. Indulge in WCP’s exclusive holiday menus, sip on merry cocktails, and enjoy family-friendly events.
Whitechapel Projects in Long Branch, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar
Select Dates and Locations Nov 28 – December 21

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Join The Bazaar for a festive and fun filled Holiday Bazaar in Asbury Park. The Bazaar is inspired by the traditional “Weihnachtsmarkts” holiday markets held in Germany and was rated the best holiday market in New Jersey by Food & Wine. The Holiday Bazaar will showcase handcrafted goods and unique holiday gifts by local and regional makers and small businesses, holiday music and entertainment, Photos with Santa, delicious food and libations, craft workshops, kids activities, festive décor, music, and more.
2025 DATES & LOCATIONS:
Grand Arcade of Convention Hall, Asbury Park, NJ: November 28 (12 pm – 8 pm), November 28 & 29 (12 pm – 5 pm), December 5-7, 12 – 14, 19 – 21 (Fridays 3-8 PM, Saturday & Sundays 12-5 PM)
The Asbury Hotel, 210 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ – November 30, December 7 & 14 (12 pm – 5 pm)
Cost: Free

Annual Wildwoods Holiday Shopping Village
November 29, 10:30 am – 3 pm

The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce presents The Annual Wildwoods Holiday Shopping Village… a completely outdoor shopping experience. Experience Small Business Saturday like its meant to be. Local small business vendors will be on hand for you to purchase the perfect holiday gift! Local artisans, jewelry, specialty shops, handcrafted items, holiday decorations, baked goods, boutique shops, gifts, holiday entertainment & music, raffle & more. This event will also serve as a gift drop location for The Lynch Who Stole Christmas From The GrYnch Program.
Byrne Village, 3400 Pacific Ave, Wildwoods, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Christmas at the Hangar
November 29, 10 am – 4 pm
Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum invites the community to celebrate the holiday season at Christmas at the Hangar, a free event that transforms its WWII-era aircraft hangar into a festive winter wonderland. Guests can enjoy live music, meet Santa Claus, shop from local artisan vendors, and take part in family-friendly activities including kids’ crafts, free face painting, and complimentary hot cocoa and cookies. The event also offers raffle baskets, photo ops, and 20% off all gift shop purchases. Leashed dogs are welcome, and visitors are encouraged to dress warmly for the occasion.
500 Forrestal Road, Cape May, NJ
Cost: Free

Greater Ramsey Unico Italian Christmas Craft Fair
November 29, 10 am – 4 pm

Celebrate Small Business Saturday at the Italian Christmas Craft Fair hosted by The Greater Ramsey Unico & Marshmallow Events Come join the Greater Ramsey Unico in celebrating Small Business Saturday at the Italian Christmas Craft Fair! With over 40 local handcrafters, food and Santa, there will be something for the entire family to enjoy. Cash 50/50 will be held by the Greater Ramsey Unico Chapter with all proceeds benefitting the chapter in helping the community. Take a picture with Santa while enjoying a tasty Italian treat and Free admission.
575 Darlington Aven, Ramsey, NJ
Cost: Free

Holiday Artisan Market at Grounds For Sculpture
November 29 & 30, 10 am – 5 pm (Members can enter at 9 am)

Kick off the season with creativity, flavor, and festive spirit at the Holiday Artisan Market at Grounds For Sculpture, featuring more than 50 local artisans offering handcrafted jewelry, pottery, woodworking, original art, skincare, gourmet treats, and more. Enjoy seasonal bites and beverages by Constellation Culinary Group in the Auditorium, then explore 42 acres of art-filled gardens and galleries — and complete your day with a meal at Rat’s Restaurant, where the cuisine is as artful as the surroundings.
80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton Township, NJ
Cost: Included with admission — $12–$25 for non-members; free for members

HP Night Owl Markets
November 29 (4 pm – 8 pm ) & 30 (1 pm – 5 pm)

Join downtown Highland Park for their outdoor holiday markets featuring local artists, artisans, crafters and food vendors! #ShopSmall and do all your holiday gift shopping downtown. Come by the markets to browse unique, handmade goods, and to enjoy live music, free arts and crafts, and other festive activities.
Municipal Lot between 2nd & 3rd Ave, Next to 212 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ
Cost: Free

Montclair Flea Holiday Market
November 29 & 30, 11 am – 6 pm

Get into the festive spirit at the Montclair Flea Holiday Market, a seasonal shopping destination you won’t want to miss! Discover a curated selection of vintage treasures and handmade goods, perfect for holiday gifts or unique finds for yourself. Savor delicious eats while enjoying a full bar to keep the holiday cheer flowing. Live music will add to the festive atmosphere, making it a vibrant event filled with the best holiday vibes. Bring your friends and family to experience the joy of the season while supporting local artisans and vendors.
1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ
Cost: Free

Thanksgiving Craft Show
November 30, 10 am – 5 pm

This is the ultimate shopping day you have been waiting for with one hundred and forty exhibitors participating from three states with arts, crafts, and photography. The show is held in two gyms, the vestibule and café so make sure you visit each area where you will find unique arts, crafts, and photography. The event is sponsored by Project Graduation and organized by P.J.’s Promotions. Shoppers can browse booths filled with Holiday décor, apparel, resin, hand crafted jewelry, table runners and pillows, fiber, crochet animals, soft sculpture, country crafts, hand painted ornaments and glassware, porch and door signs, jeweled utensils, heat packs and ceramics. Also, wood bowls, pens, charcuterie boards, birdhouses, bonsai, soaps, candles, stained glass, sports clocks, florals, pottery, Mandala and diamond art, and so much more. Homemade pickles, beef jerky, kettle korn, desserts, chain saw animals and tie dye will be set up outside.
Paramus High School, 99 East Century Road, Paramus, NJ
Cost: $3

Henville Shopping Village
November 30, 10 am – 4 pm

The annual Shopping Village at MudHen Brewing Company offers the perfect opportunity to wrap up holiday shopping while enjoying festive family activities. This popular event invites visitors of all ages to browse a variety of local vendors set up in the parking lot, featuring unique gifts, handcrafted items, and specialty products. In addition to shopping, guests can enjoy hot cocoa and s’mores stations, adding a warm and sweet touch to the holiday experience. Families can also take advantage of creative entertainment, including caricature artists, face painting, and live music in the Biergarten, creating a lively and cheerful atmosphere.
Mudhen Brewing, 127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood, NJ
Cost: Free to attend

Asbury Fresh Porta Holiday Pop Up Markets
November 30,  12 pm – 4 pm

A series of shopping events featuring a curated collection of 25 local handmade artists & makers coming together for a holiday celebration.
Porta Asbury Park 911 Kingsley Street Asbury Park, NJ
Cost: Free

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