Whether you’re an artist, maker, shopper, or lover of unique gifts, the holiday season always brings out the best and most diverse markets in the region, from the sip and shop artist markets in local Bellingham breweries and cideries to the expansive markets of Allied Arts and the Pacific Arts Market (find more information on these in the following Agenda). There are even upcoming BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) holiday markets! Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, winter solstice, or simply the chance to cozy up and gather over fun gifts and winter bonfires, stopping by some of Bellingham’s favorite holiday markets is a seasonal must.
As an artist and serial gift-giver, I love to peruse the markets for unique, handmade gifts and treats. And while this is not a definitive list (keep checking Bellingham Alive’s online calendar, local newspapers, and the social media accounts of your favorite breweries, community organizations, and galleries for upcoming announcements), here are a few suggestions to get you checking off your list.
Valley Made Holiday Market – This Skagit monthly pop-up market is moving to Christianson’s Nursery for the holidays! In both November and December, there is a ticketed Holiday Market Sip & Shop followed by the free-to-attend, weekend-long Valley Made Holiday Markets. valleymademarket.com
Holiday Bellingham Makers Market – Join the artists of the Bellingham Makers Market at the Fairhaven Cruise Terminal for two weekends filled with shopping, music, and giveaways. Find details in the following Agenda! bellinghammakersmarket.com
THEE Holiday Market and BIPOC Holiday Market – 2BB Productions has announced that their holiday markets spotlighting BIPOC makers were so popular in 2023 that they’ll each be two-day markets in 2024! For the location and hours, keep an eye on their Instagram account. instagram.com/2bbproductions
