If you’re on the hunt for the perfect handmade or vintage gifts for your friends and family, we guarantee you’ll find something for everyone on your list — and maybe a little something for yourself, too — at these holiday markets in Central PA:
Holiday Arts Market with Lancaster East Side Market (Dec. 2)
Lancaster East Side Market will once again be hosting its annual Holiday Arts Market on Saturday, December 2. Make your way to the Eastern Market Building at 308 E. King Street from 9 a.m.–3 p.m. to shop local this holiday season and support your favorite — and find new favorite — crafters, artists and food artisans! Over 50 vendors will have all of the best local goods on sale all day long. While you shop, listen to live music and make a day of it. Vendors include Lori Stahl, Ellister’s Elixirs, My Peruvian Treasures, stellascloset, Snowywinds Studios, Harvest Moon Bagel Co. and more! 308 E. King St., Lancaster; (610) 337-9222
Creatively Lancaster Makers Market at Tellus360 (Dec. 9)
Grab a pint and shop local at the Creatively Lancaster Makers Market, a curated pop-up market of talented makers hawking their original creations, unique wares and beautiful designs. On Saturday, December 9, from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. at Tellus360, you’ll find a wide assortment of talented artists, hobbyists, crafters, creators, bakers, designers, upcyclers and more! And new this time around, there will be live music from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Mail a letter to Santa (for free!), grab a coloring book or indulge your inner DIY heart with a card making kit that includes all the materials to make three fun handmade cards, all designed by Paper Jane Studio. Other vendors include Leicester Longwool Co, Eclecticity, Crafty Intentions, Letters by Lew, Plant Friendly, Partake Goods, Typothecary Letterpress, Dovekie & Finch and more! Find all of the handmade gifts you need this holiday season right downtown! 24 E. King St., Lancaster; (717) 393-1660
Christkindlmarkt at the Lancaster Liederkranz (Dec. 10)
Celebrate the holiday season at the Lancaster Liederkranz with its traditional German Christmas Market on Sunday, December 10, from noon–6 p.m. Over 30 local vendors will be set up in the outside pavilion, as well as traditional German food and drink, including beer and Glühwein, a hot mulled spiced-wine. Enjoy live music while you shop! And bring the kids for pictures with Santa, children’s crafts and face painting. There will even be a bonfire and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony. There’s something for everyone at this fun-filled holiday event. Admission and on-site parking are both free! The event is open to the public. Please note: The majority of the vendors accept cash only. 722 S. Chiques Rd., Manheim; (717) 898-8451.
Christmas Makers Market at SUPPLY (Dec. 15 & 16)
Get all your shopping done in one place, and support local makers this Christmas season at the Christmas Makers Market at SUPPLY on Saturday, December 15, and Sunday, December 16. There will be 75+ vendors and food trucks, including Lancaster Burger Company, Penny’s and Lancaster Cupcake, plus the local brand walk in love. Stop in on Saturday from 6–9:30 p.m. and on Sunday from 9 a.m.–4 p.m. You don’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind show! 280 S. Oak St., Manheim.
Punk Rock Flea Market (Dec. 16 & 17)
Make your way to the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square for the extra-special holiday edition of the Lancaster Punk Rock Flea Market on Saturday, December 16, and Sunday, December 17. More than 150 handmade and vintage vendors will be set up from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on both days. Vendors include Basura Thrift Boutique, Wailing Wizard Art, Muckychris, This Urban Cottage, Various Imaginations and more! 25 S. Queen St., Lancaster; (717) 239-1600.
- Photos in order:: Lancaster Liederkranz; Punk Rock Flea Market
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