(Los Angeles Times photo illustration; Photos by Christina House / Los Angeles Times, Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times, Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times, Silvia Razgova / For The Times, Bryan Santamaria and Christina Foste, Renegade Craft, Venice Fest, Heather Levine)
Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts at these 23 L.A. holiday markets and craft fairs
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- Whether at a large market or an artist’s studio, you’ll find something special at this year’s holiday markets in L.A.
- Shop for ceramics, jewelry and artisanal foods and other handcrafted wares during the winter season holiday markets.
If you prefer shopping small and avoiding big-box stores and jam-packed malls, L.A.’s annual holiday markets and craft fairs are a good place to start.
Featuring handmade works by independent designers and artists, these markets offer an opportunity to find something truly special by local makers, each with their own personal story. Whether at a large event such as the Renegade Craft Fair at the Santa Monica Airport or more intimate pop-ups like the winter market at Plant Material in Altadena, where many of the artists lost their homes in the Eaton fire, your support will not only help these artists but also the entire Los Angeles community.
The best stocking stuffers, gift shops, gifts under $40, gifts for teens, food gifts, experiences gifts, gifts for gardeners and many more finds are on the L.A. Times Holiday Gift Guide.
Also, if you’re feeling ambitious and want to head north, you’ll find L.A. artists represented at the Findings Market Holiday Fair in Ventura on Nov. 29, Homespun Market on Dec. 6 in Santa Barbara and West Coast Craft in San Francisco on Nov. 22 and 23.
To help you plan your holiday shopping — and make the most of your time during this busy season — we’ve compiled a chronological list of winter markets, open studios and craft fairs in Los Angeles. Did I miss one of your favorites? Please send me a message at lisa.boone@latimes.com.
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Renegade Craft Tour
Santa Monica Holiday market
(Renegade Craft)
Walking the Renegade Craft Fair at Los Angeles State Historic Park in the spring 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.
The holiday installment will stay outdoors but move to the Santa Monica Airport in early November, where 275 artists will share original paintings and prints, soaps and candles, pottery, jewelry, apparel and artisanal foods.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9
Admission: Free; leashed pets are allowed.
The holiday installment will stay outdoors but move to the Santa Monica Airport in early November, where 275 artists will share original paintings and prints, soaps and candles, pottery, jewelry, apparel and artisanal foods.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 8 and 9
Admission: Free; leashed pets are allowed.
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Little Desert Ceramics Pop-Up
Santa Monica Holiday market
(Courtesy of Bryan Santamaría and Christina Foster)
Bryan Santamaría, who began collecting rare cactuses and succulents many years ago, offers a selection of his ceramic vessels, which include plants, at this holiday pop-up at Craig Krull Gallery at Bergamot Station in Santa Monica.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9
Admission: Free
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Dear Handmade Life Patchwork Show
Long Beach Holiday market
(Patchwork)
Celebrate Small Business Saturday in the parking lot of Marine Stadium as Dear Handmade Life, a networking group for creatives in Los Angeles, hosts its largest show of the year. The pet- and bike-friendly event will feature local makers, live music, food trucks and DIY craft stations. Event and parking maps as well as a list of craft activities and special experiences will be posted to the show’s Instagram a few weeks before the event.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29
Admission: Free
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29
Admission: Free
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Green & Bisque Clayhouse Holiday Market
Pasadena Holiday market
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Green & Bisque Clayhouse, formerly known as Xiem Clay Center, will host a holiday sale highlighting the work of more than 70 local ceramic artists, many of whom are members of the studio. “It’s inspiring to see that all the work presented at the market was created and fired right here in our studio,” says owner Bridgette Mathews. Additionally, the event will feature food vendors and live music.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29 and 30
Admission: Free.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 29 and 30
Admission: Free.
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A Victorian Holiday at the Queen Anne Cottage at the Arboretum
Arcadia Holiday market
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The lawn outside the historic Queen Anne Cottage at the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden will be transformed into an outdoor marketplace for the holidays offering handmade goods by local vendors. Victorian carolers and dancers will also be on hand, along with visits with Santa, and there will be tours of the cottage, built in 1885-1886 and rarely open to the public.
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 29 and 30, Dec. 6 and 7 and Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free with admission to the Arboretum, which ranges from $8 to $18. Queen Anne Cottage tours, $10 to $25 (includes garden admission).
When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 29 and 30, Dec. 6 and 7 and Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free with admission to the Arboretum, which ranges from $8 to $18. Queen Anne Cottage tours, $10 to $25 (includes garden admission).
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Smorgasburg for the Holidays
Downtown L.A. Holiday shopping & dining
(Silvia Razgova)
In honor of the holidays, the popular outdoor food festival at Row DTLA will add special programming every Sunday through Dec. 21. The festive atmosphere will be enhanced by more than 70 food vendors offering everything from boba to burritos and barbecue, the holiday market, arts and crafts, specialty food gifts, book signings and entertainment during Smorgasburg.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays from Nov. 30 through Dec. 21
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays from Nov. 30 through Dec. 21
Admission: Free
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Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair
Pasadena Holiday market
(Gil Riego Jr.)
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 Avenue.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16 in Central Park in Pasadena; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14 at 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. 15 and 16 in Central Park in Pasadena; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14 at San Fernando Boulevard between Magnolia and Angeleno in downtown Burbank
Admission: Free; leashed pets are welcome.
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Venice Winter Fest
Mar Vista Holiday market
(Venice Fest)
Venice Boulevard will be transformed into a holiday-inspired street festival with more than 300 local makers offering one-of-a-kind gifts at Venice Fest, which is held three times a year. Additionally, the day-long, kid- and dog-friendly event will include live music and DJs, festive bites from food trucks and interactive winter-themed activities for all ages.
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 22
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 22
Admission: Free
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Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Pomona Holiday market
(Scott Smeltzer / Daily Pilot)
The long-running festival returns to the Pomona Fairgrounds, where more than 100 artists will sell handmade jewelry, clothing, photography, specialty foods, hand-turned wood, ceramics, blown glass and ornaments.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7
Admission: $4 to $9; parking is $18 (credit card only).
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 5 and 6; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7
Admission: $4 to $9; parking is $18 (credit card only).
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Heather Levine Ceramics Holiday Studio Sale
Glassell Park Holiday market
(Heather Levine)
Ceramist Heather Levine opens her studio for her annual holiday sale, where guests can shop for handmade bowls, vases, planters, coffee mugs and pendant lamps by Los Angeles artists. In addition to Levine, this year’s lineup includes ceramists Heather Rosenman, Betsey Carter, Pawena Studio, Joan Laidig Ceramics, MH Studio, Morgan Peck, Mariana Micheli Studio, Kylie Ruan, Matthew Rosenquist, BX Ceramics and Kai Kai Pots. After 13 years, it will be her final holiday sale in the studio, as Levine recently lost her lease.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6
Admission: Free
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Craft Contemporary Holiday Marketplace
Mid-Wilshire Holiday market
(Milan Dileo)
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 more.
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7
Admission: Free with museum admission of $9
When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7
Admission: Free with museum admission of $9
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In Todo Craft Fair
Boyle Heights Holiday market
(In Todo Craft Fair)
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. There will be more than 70 vendors featuring apparel, art, ceramics, home, food, beauty and beverages.
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6
Admission: Free
When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6
Admission: Free
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Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge Holiday Ceramic Sale
La Cañada Flintridge Holiday market
(Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge )
Explore a diverse range of handmade ceramic mugs, bowls, lamps and sculptures at the Community Center of La Cañada Flintridge’s annual Holiday Ceramic Sale. During the weekend event, which spans several rooms, the center will also host glass flameworking demonstrations and offer raffles of 40% off Ceramics and Glass Arts programs. A portion of the proceeds from the artists’ work will benefit the Ceramics and Glass Arts programs at the Community Center, which offers programming for all ages.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7
Admission: Free
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BX Ceramics Holiday Studio Sale
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Potter Becki Chernoff of BX Ceramics opens her studio in Pasadena for an annual holiday sale. Chernoff will sell complete dinnerware sets, cups, vases, cake stands, serving bowls, spoon rests and more.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7
Admission: Free; the studio address will be posted the week before the sale.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 7
Admission: Free; the studio address will be posted the week before the sale.
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Umu Studios Holiday Sale
East Pasadena Holiday market
(Ann Cutting)
Umu, an artist-run ceramic studio in Pasadena, hosts its annual holiday market featuring lighting, home decor, functional ware and sculptural work. Artists include Carol Horst Ceramics, Joan Laidig Ceramics, Mariana Micheli Studio, Fritz Keramik, Diana Lin Ajemian and Ann Cutting Ceramics.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13
Admission: Free
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Mid-City Winter Market
Mid-Wilshire Holiday market
(Hannah Sloan)
Art advisor Hannah Sloan has curated this pop-up marketplace in the gallery and courtyard of Hannah Sloan Curatory & Advisory in Mid-City. The event, which Sloan describes as “intimate and community-focused; part neighborhood gathering, part contemporary craft fair,” will feature artisans, ceramists and textile artists, astrologers, vintage clothing and one-of-a-kind objects.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 12-14
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 12-14
Admission: Free
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Fourmi Space Holiday Market
Glendale Holiday market
(Juliana Yamada / Los Angeles Times)
Ceramist Rami Kim will host a sale of ceramics and other works by local artists in the garden behind her studio. Full details, including the address, will be posted on Instagram closer to the event.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
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Specks and Keepings Open House
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Fiber artist Debra Weiss will host an open house for the holidays featuring one of a kind artworks, weavings and wearable objects, including jewelry and scarves. Address will be provided one week prior to the sale on her Instagram.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13
Admission: Free
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13
Admission: Free
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Unique Markets
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
(Unique Markets)
The 18th annual holiday event at the Cooper Design Space Penthouse in downtown Los Angeles will include 100 emerging brands and artists selling everything from apparel to home goods. You can also expect holiday portraits with free prints and a free gift wrapping station where you can make your own wrapping paper and gift tags.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Pick your price ranging from $5 to $20; all proceeds go toward the Unique World nonprofit, which provides education, mentorship and grants to small businesses.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Pick your price ranging from $5 to $20; all proceeds go toward the Unique World nonprofit, which provides education, mentorship and grants to small businesses.
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Winter Market at Plant Material
Altadena Holiday market
(Lisa Boone/Los Angeles Times)
Many of the vendors in attendance at last year’s winter market held at Plant Material nursery in Altadena were affected by the January Altadena wildfire, including Linda Hsiao of Knotwork L.A., Nicholas Berkofsky of Fell Knives and Erin Berkowitz of Berbo Studio. While the shop remains closed, the event returns to the nursery grounds and will offer a variety of handcrafted goods, pottery and plant-related gifts from more than 30 local vendors. Additionally, Ornaments for Altadena will give away holiday decor to families affected by the fires, and Plant Material will give away free California native trees to Altadena families.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
Parking: Aveson Global Leadership Academy at 575 W. Altadena Drive across from Plant Material.
When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
Parking: Aveson Global Leadership Academy at 575 W. Altadena Drive across from Plant Material.
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MH Ceramics Holiday Studio Sale
Pasadena Holiday market
(Mariah Tauger / Los Angeles Times)
The annual holiday market hosted by Mizrahi-Hellmann Ceramics in Pasadena will include more than 30 vendors offering ceramics, jewelry, clothing, specialty wooden crafts and food.
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14
Admission: Free
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Makeshift Muse
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
(Francesca Lee)
Presented in partnership with Angel City Brewery and LA Truly, the third annual block party in the Arts District will feature more than 50 artists, makers and small businesses. Located on Traction Avenue and Rose Street, the family-friendly event will offer live music, food and drinks and photo booths.
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 14
Admission: Free
When: Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 14
Admission: Free
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Maum Market
Downtown L.A. Holiday market
(Row DTLA)
Arnold Byun and Kioh Park launched the MAUM monthly market in January 2022 to highlight Korean and Asian makers. The latest pop-up at ROW DTLA, an outdoor experience hosted at ROW DTLA, will feature works by Asian makers spanning one-of-a kind ceramics to sustainable clothing, apothecary goods, snacks and jewelry. Food & drink pop-ups and music throughout the day
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 20.
Admission: Free. RSVP to get vendor highlights and day-of updates.
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 20.
Admission: Free. RSVP to get vendor highlights and day-of updates.
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Updates:
3:00 a.m. Nov. 5, 2025: This story was updated with information about 2025 holiday markets in the L.A. area.
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