It’s the time of year to eat, drink, be merry, and shop. With all of your favorite brands + businesses showcasing their very best of the season, it’s impossible to avoid a little extra spending. But at least when you shop at local businesses, you know your money is supporting your community and the businesses that make it special. The Historic Special Improvement District {HDSID} is making local shopping easy with their Happy Holiday Market, happening throughout November and December in Jersey City — right where the farmer’s market happens by the Grove Street PATH plaza.
Held on Mondays and Thursdays {plus the last weekend before Christmas, just in case you still have some shopping left in you!} throughout November and December, you can shop anywhere from 10-20 vendors rotated throughout each event, making each Holiday Market date a little different than the previous one. Located at the Grove Street PATH Plaza in Jersey City, the Holiday Market is easily accessible whether you’re coming from Hoboken, NYC, or other parts of Jersey City. Vendors will be selling art, jewelry, home accessories, clothing, and more at budget-friendly prices. Keep reading to check out 10 of our favorite vendors that will be making an appearance at the markets this year.
Lily Lough Jewelry
Lily Lough Jewelry Boutique was motivated with the sole purpose to curate a chic collection of fashion jewelry that women young and old could enjoy for any occasion, and most important, for an affordable price. Lily Lough is passionate about creating a multidimensional product line that suits the needs of these women, Lily Lough Women.
Dates at the market:
- November 18th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 5th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 19th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Change Is…Vintage & More
Lovingly curated vintage clothing, accessories, and kitsch with a focus on items from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s.
Dates at the market:
- November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 5th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
The Darling Bower
Botanical watercolors and custom artisan goods made from watercolor designs such as greeting cards, wall art, gift wrap, and tea towels.
Dates at the market:
- November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Axol and Friends
Axol and Friends is a socially-conscious startup that designs characters in the image of endangered plant and animal life. Their goal is to raise awareness of rare endangered species while also raising money to empower youth to be activists and environmental conservationists.
Dates at the market:
November 25th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
December 2nd from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Goodway Bakery Rum Cakes
Goodway Gourmet Bakery has been baking for nearly 40 years. They offer the best in artisan baked products. Their items are all-natural and made from scratch each day.
Dates at the market:
- November 18th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- November 25th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 2nd from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 5th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 9th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 16th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 19th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 23rd from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Waited Collective LLC
Waited Collective is a design/build and product company dedicated to good craftsmanship and sustainability- we strive to create beautiful objects and minimize waste.
Dates at the market:
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 16th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 19th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 23rd from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Albabuys
If you are looking for an artistic piece of jewelry that stands for a quality that resonates with you, you will find that treasure at Albabuys. At Albabuys great impetus is given to design, style, and quality. Find silver jewelry with 18k gold plating and semi-precious stones.
Dates at the market:
- December 9th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 21st from 12:00PM-6:00PM
- December 22nd from 12:00PM-6:00PM
Barnyard River Candle
Homemade soy wax candles that will help get you into the holiday spirit.
Dates at the market:
- December 21st from 12:00PM-6:00PM
BANGtea
BANGtea imports exceptional teas direct from farmers in Taiwan. The teas are sustainably grown using natural farming techniques — this means no pesticides ever. It’s easy to brew for beginners, while the tea connoisseur will appreciate the quality of oolong we provide.
Dates at the market:
- December 19th from 4:00pm-8:00PM
- December 21st from 12:00PM-6:00PM
- December 22nd from 12:00PM-6:00PM
City View Threads
Check out their handmade clothing + accessories for women that are fashion-forward and easy to wear.
Dates at the market:
- November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
Make sure to catch the HDSID Holiday Market — happening on the following dates at the Grove PATH Plaza in Jersey City:
- Monday November 18th + Thursday November 21st from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- Monday November 25th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- Monday December 2nd + Thursday December 5th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- Monday December 9th + Thursday December 12th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- Monday December 16th + Thursday December 19th from 4:00PM-8:00PM
- Saturday December 21st + Sunday December 22nd from 12:00PM-6:00PM
- Monday December 23rd from 4:00PM-8:00PM
For more information about Artist & Maker Market, or if you’re interested in becoming a vendor please email artistandmakermarket@gmail.com.
Get more information on the event’s Facebook page here, including a list of even more vendors. Which vendors are you most excited to see at the markets? Share with us in the comments below!
This post is sponsored by the Historic Downtown Special Improvements District
