‘Tis the season to be jolly — and shop locally for all of your holiday gifting. In Hoboken and Jersey City, there are a ton of holiday markets happening {Union Square who?} and unique vendors that are not to be missed, so we’ve rounded up the list to get your holiday calendar and planning in order. From artisan-made gifts to our Hoboken Holiday Market to craft fairs and more, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone on your list {while shopping locally and probably sipping some hot chocolate}. Here’s a list of holiday markets in Hoboken and Jersey City for the 2018 holiday season that you must attend. Happy holiday shopping!
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Holiday Art Market Opening Reception at 107 Bowers in Jersey City {Saturday, December 1st but runs through December 22nd}
The Holiday Art Market is a great opportunity to support local businesses and artists. Artwork will be available for purchase. Click here for more info and for updates on vendors.
Hoboken City Hall Holiday Crafts Fair {Sat + Sun December 1st and 2nd}
Located at Hoboken’s City Hall, the craft fair will house three floors of unique handcrafted gift items created by local artisans including: handprinted silk scarves by Sissi Siska, jewelry by Wendy Setzer, Jordan McLeod, Jennifer Storcks and Christi Love, The Painted Flame {soy wax candles, tea lights, wax melts, electric wax warmers}, and more. Get more information here.
Project Market 2018 — {Sat + Sun, December 1st and 2nd}
Project Market is back for a 6th year at City Hall in Jersey City {280 Grove Street}. This heated outdoor market {yes, heated!} will highlight local businesses that will be available to shop. Also enjoy food, drinks, and more at this annual market. Get more information here.
JC Oddities Holiday Market {Sunday, December 9th}
The JC Oddities Market pops up for a special holiday edition of their market, bringing over 20 vendors of the old and the odd. Check out wares by Brain Fever: Artwork by Sammi, Antisocial Jewelry Company, Lonely Bones Jewelry & Taxidermy, Bash and Pop Records, and more to be announced. The market will take place inside the Harborside Atrium in Jersey City {210 Hudson Street} which is easily accessible by light rail, PATH, and car. Admission is free. Get more information here.
See More: Hoboken Girl’s Hoboken Holiday Market is Happening December 17th
Holiday Marketplace at HCCC in Jersey City {Sunday, December 9th from 1-4PM}
Join the Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Development at the Hudson Community College Culinary Center {1 Newkirk Street, 1st Floor, Jersey City} for a day of family fun. The Holiday Marketplace will feature shopping with local businesses, family fun that includes face painting, balloon animals, face painting, and more. Get more information here.
HDSID Holiday Markets {December 10-13th from 4-8PM, December 17th-21st from 4-8PM, December 22nd from 12-5PM}
The HDSID is hosting a variety of holiday markets this season — rotating its 10-20 vendors throughout each event, so you’ll keep wanting to come back for more! Located at the Grove Street PATH Plaza, this market is easily accessible whether you’re coming from Hoboken, NYC, or other parts of Jersey City. Shop art, jewelry, home accessories, clothing, and more at budget-friendly prices {all while supporting local businesses}. Get more information here.
Growing in Jersey City Holiday Market {Sunday, December 16th}
Growing in Jersey City’s Holiday Market is back for its second year and will take place at NonLinear Knitting Studio in Jersey City {195 New York Avenue}. Explore local art, food, gifts, jewelry, and clothing items from vendors that include Little Batch Candle Co, Clear Suds, Jessie’s Closet NY, Lo and Rae Swimwear, and more. Get more information here.
Hoboken Holiday Market hosted by Hoboken Girl {Monday, December 17th}
The Hoboken Girl hosted Hoboken Holiday Market is happening on Monday, December 17th at Birch Hoboken from 6-10PM. The entry fee is $10, and a portion of each ticket sold goes to charity {+ all online purchases receive a free glass of sparkling Chandon!}. There will be over 20 carefully curated vendors to shop, and Birch will also be offering some delicious holiday drinks {think: spiked milkshakes} for purchase. The location is only two blocks from the PATH, making it an easy one-stop-shop for all your last-minute gifting needs. Click here to get your entry ticket!
Will you be visiting any holiday markets this year? Share which ones in the comments below!
See More: A List of Brick-and-Mortar Hoboken Shops to Support
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