Shop NEPA's Holiday Markets for Unique, Handcrafted Gifts
Step into a world of magic at NEPA’s holiday markets. Check off your holiday shopping lists while enjoying festive activities for the whole family to enjoy. Get into the seasonal spirit while you shop through a wide array of handmade goods and delicious holiday treats. With so many options, you’ll be sure to find something for everyone on your nice list!
In addition to great gifts, these holiday markets offer a unique variety of festive activities. Handmade crafters, artisans, and small businesses are bringing their creativity to ensure that you can step into the gift exchange with confidence. Visits with Santa and parades and tree lightings are making this holiday task even more magical. Specialty food and hot chocolate will ensure that you don’t have to shop on an empty stomach. These holiday markets have become a staple of the NEPA holiday season, offering the community convenient opportunities to shop local.
November 22 & 23 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Holiday Craft and Gift Fair at St. Maria Goretti Parish Hall in Laflin takes place on Saturday and Sunday, November 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. More than 25 vendors will offer handmade items such as home décor, jewelry, baked goods, ornaments, and other seasonal gifts. Guests can browse a wide range of artisan products at their own pace, with free admission, free, accessible parking.
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November 22 & 23 | Times Vary
Artisans’ Marketplace at The Waverly Community House in Waverly takes place on Saturday, November 22 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, November 23 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More than 40 artisans will feature handcrafted items like jewelry, pottery, textiles, woodwork, fine art and specialty foods. Enjoy a luncheon from Bailey’s Café, baked goods from the Comm Bakeshop and seasonal décor. Admission is $5 per person with kids 12 and under free.
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November 23 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sip Savor & Shop at The Hofford Mill in Weissport takes place on Sunday, November 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can explore the historic mill while enjoying Christmas-inspired cocktails and a curated selection of local craft vendors. Handmade gifts, seasonal décor, and artisan goods will be available alongside festive drinks and the mill’s relaxed holiday atmosphere.
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November 28 & 29 | Times Vary
Winterfest at the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds takes place Friday, November 28 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 29 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event features more than 250 craft vendors, local wineries, breweries, and a café area. Highlights include the Friday night Parade of Lights, the Saturday morning FA LA LA 5K, live entertainment, horse-drawn rides, and free admission and parking for all visitors.
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November 29 | 10 a.m – 2 p.m.
Christkindl Market at The Perla Building in Tamaqua takes place on Saturday, November 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Over 35 vendors—including artisans, crafters, and local businesses—will offer handmade and specialty items during this Small Business Saturday celebration. Food and drinks from the Tamaqua Area High School Class of 2026 parents and Hope & Coffee will be available, with proceeds supporting local causes.
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November 29 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Holiday Vendor Market at The Bank Downtown Lobby in Wilkes-Barre takes place on Saturday, November 29 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers can browse locally made gifts, gourmet foods, soaps, candles, and artisan crafts in a festive downtown setting. The event offers convenient access to small business shopping in downtown Wilkes-Barre with a variety of vendors and seasonal goods.
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November 30 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The 13th Annual Buy Local Holiday Marketplace at the Scranton Cultural Center in Scranton takes place on Sunday, November 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors can explore five floors of shopping featuring over 95 regional vendors with handcrafted goods, gourmet foods and art. Admission is $5, and the first 1,000 shoppers receive a reusable shopping bag courtesy of Peoples Security Bank & Trust.
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Sundays, November 30 – December 21 | 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Christkindlmarkt at Wallenpaupack Brewing Company in Hawley takes place every Sunday from November 30 through December 21 from 12 to 5 p.m. Each weekend features local artisans offering handcrafted gifts, décor, jewelry, and art, alongside craft beer and warm food. The series concludes on December 21 with a brunch with Santa event, including photos and family-friendly festivities.
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December 5 | 4:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Wassailfest & Downtown Hazleton’s Holiday Night Market takes place on Friday, December 5 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at CAN DO Community Park in Hazleton. Guests can sample local beverages, browse artisan vendors, and purchase the limited-edition Wassailfest mug. The evening offers free pictures with Santa, and free hot chocolate.
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December 5 | 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
North Pole at Dymond’s Farm in Dallas takes place on Friday, December 5 from 5 to 9 p.m. Families can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus for $10 photos that include a printed keepsake and goodie bag. The event also features ornament painting, food and craft vendors, raffles, and pet-friendly fun in a relaxed, rural setting.
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December 5 & 6 | Times Vary
La Festa Di Natale Holiday Market in Downtown Pittston takes place Friday, December 5 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, December 6 from 2 to 8 p.m. The weekend features local vendors, seasonal food, and live music throughout the downtown, culminating in the Toy Truck Parade at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Santa’s arrival and the tree lighting ceremony follow the parade.
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December 5, 6 & 7 | Times Vary
Lackawanna Winter Market at Courthouse Square in Scranton runs Friday through Sunday, December 5–7, with hours Friday 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. 4 p.m. The weekend begins with Scranton’s Christmas Tree Lighting on Friday and continues with dozens of vendors offering local crafts, gifts, and food. Live entertainment and community activities fill the square, creating a festive shopping village in the city center.
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December 5, 6 & 7 | Times Vary
Factoryville Christmas Market at Christy Mathewson Park takes place Friday through Sunday, December 5–7, with hours Friday 6 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. 6 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Modeled after a German Christkindlmarkt, the event offers artisan gifts, seasonal food, and festive drinks amid lights and bonfires. Visitors can enjoy live music all weekend while shopping.
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December 6 | 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The Holiday Makers Market at Renegade Winery in Stroudsburg takes place on Saturday, December 6 from 12 to 5 p.m. Hosted by the Pocono Center for the Arts, it features handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, and home décor from local artisans. Live music and wine tastings add to the warm atmosphere, making it an inviting afternoon destination downtown.
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December 6 & 7 | Times Vary
Christmas Market at Christmas in Montrose takes place on Friday, December 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, December 7 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The market features over 80 handmade vendors housed in 30 wooden storefronts, offering a European-style holiday shopping experience. Highlights include Friday’s Parade of Lights, live reindeer, carriage rides, and the Jingle Bell 5K race.
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December 13 | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
5th Annual Countdown to Christmas Holiday Vendor Fair at Nuremberg-Weston Volunteer Fire Co. in Weston takes place on Saturday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers will find a wide variety of crafters and vendors offering unique holiday gifts, handmade goods and seasonal items, along with food available for purchase throughout the day. The fair also features a Tricky Tray Raffle benefiting the fire department.
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December 13 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Deck the Halls Craft & Vendor Market at 900 Rutter Avenue in Forty Fort takes place on Saturday, December 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shoppers can explore handmade gifts, seasonal décor, and gourmet foods from juried local artisans. The event combines quality craftsmanship and a lively indoor setting, perfect for finishing holiday shopping while supporting local makers.
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December 13 & 14 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Last Chance Merry Market at AlleyCrafts & The Coffee Garden in Kingston takes place Saturday and Sunday, December 13–14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The indoor market highlights handmade jewelry, décor, art, and baked goods from local artisans. Visitors can sip seasonal drinks from The Coffee Garden while browsing thoughtful, last-minute gifts.
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December 14 | 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Holiday Market at Lace Village in Scranton takes place on Sunday, December 14 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Over 50 local vendors will sell gifts, décor, and handmade goods alongside live entertainment, fire pits, and food. Visitors can meet Santa for Toys for Tots photo donations and enter raffles supporting the Julia Hockey Mazur Foundation.
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December 20 & 21 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Holiday Pop-Up Craft Market at AlleyCrafts in Kingston takes place Saturday and Sunday, December 20–21 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pop-up vendors inside the boutique and coffee shop will feature handmade books, jewelry, crystals, and artisan gifts. Shoppers can relax with a warm drink, explore local creativity, and complete their holiday lists before the season ends.
Learn MoreYour Ultimate NEPA Holiday Bucket List
The holidays in NEPA sparkle with festive lights, joyful traditions and winter charm. From tree farms and twinkling displays to markets, parades, and train rides, the season transforms the region into a wonderland of celebration.
Article Updated from its Original Version Published on 11/20/2019.
