Small Business Saturday falls on Nov. 30 this year and while shopping small and shopping local are firmly ingrained among folks across the East End, a little friendly reminder before the holiday season is fully upon us won’t hurt. All of these holiday markets we’ve included in this little round-up are slated to feature a slew of goods handmade from local artisans and craftspeople.
We get it, life is expensive. But if there’s ever an opportunity during the year to not shop the big box stores this is certainly it.
Merry Market & Co.’s Pints, Pours and Pop-ups
When: Saturday, Nov. 30, noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Shelter Island Craft Brewery
This holiday-themed series includes sipping local and shopping small across some of the best breweries and distilleries around. For this Fireside Winter Edition, all are welcome to enjoy the brewery’s cozy atmosphere while perusing through unique, hand-made goods crafted from about 30 local vendors. There’ll be live music, a food truck and plenty of opportunity to take in all the soon-to-be-wintertime wonder. For more Merry Market Co. events, click here.
The 4th Annual Holiday Makers Market
When: Saturday, Nov. 30, and Sunday, Dec. 1, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: The Church 48 Madison St., Sag Harbor
Curated by Susan Neiland (who handcrafts jewelry inspired by the sea), this two-day market features a unique selection of gifts and handmade goods made by over 20 unique artisans and craftspeople. Items will include everything from ceramics and clothing to fine art and home goods. To check out some of the participating artisans, click here. On Saturday, shoppers will be able to grab a bite to eat one of the food trucks slated to be in The Church’s parking lot, where there will also be a community sing-along at 1 p.m. There’s a $5 admission for adults, kids age 12 and under can enter the market for free.
Holiday Market of Westhampton Beach
When: Saturdays from Nov. 30 through Dec. 28, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church, 40 Main St., Westhampton Beach
Shoppers can expect a bunch of handmade goods ranging from art, clothing and jewelry to accessories, specialty foods and baked goods. If you find yourself hanging around WHB on Dec. 14, don’t forget to attend the Christmas Tree and Menorah Lighting Celebration beginning around 5 p.m.
Friends Bazaar Art & Fine Crafts Within Reach
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Ashawagh Hall, 780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton
The 14th annual Friends Bazaar sees the Springs locale offering shoppers a chance to peruse through a slew of handmade goods, from paintings and ornaments to wood-ware, furniture and skin products.
The Bridgehampton Association’s Holiday Fair
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, 2463 Main St., Bridgehampton
Set to occur in the Parish House at St. Ann’s Episcopal Church, the annual holiday fair features greenery and holiday plants as well as baked goods, crafts, jewelry and other handcrafted treasures. There’ll also be books from the association’s Book Bay available for purchase plus a raffle.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: East Hampton Village Hall, 86 Main St.
Including a selection of handmade goods from local vendors sure to make your holiday shopping situation a breeze, this market is now in its second year, acting as part of the village-wide Santa Fest, an-all day celebration of all-things holiday. This year, the market will also include a free gift-wrapping station from the Ladies Village Improvement Society as well as a gingerbread house competition, hot cider and treats.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Hayground School, 151 Mitchell Lane, Bridgehampton
Featuring more than 40 local artists, food purveyors and vendors, the artisanal food and craft bazaar showcases some of the East End community’s finest craftspeople. There will also be a raffle, live music and, more likely than not, complementary homemade cookies from the Hayground kitchen.
Winter Welcome Day and Holiday Market
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Parrish Art Museum, 279 Montauk Highway, Water Mill
In addition to docent tours and art-centric activities for both kids and adults, the museum’s holiday market will feature 20 vendors of ceramics, jewelry, gifts, food and much more! Free and open to all.
3rd Annual Magic of Montauk Holiday Fair
When: Saturday, Dec. 14, and Sunday, Dec. 15, 2 to 7 p.m.
Where: Village Green, 742 Montauk Highway, Montauk
This family-friendly fair will feature holiday gift vendors, hot cocoa contest, plenty of activities for the kiddies plus festive treats, food trucks, beer and wine, live music, a Santa meet-and-greet and live reindeer.
By Hand Artisan’s Holiday Gift Show
When: Saturday, Dec. 14 and Sunday Dec. 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Ashawagh Hall, 780 Springs Fireplace Road, East Hampton
Now in its 25th year, this holiday market showcases unique gifts handmade from local artisans ranging from edible goods and toys to ceramics and handmade toys. Starts at 10 a.m. and continues until 4 p.m., both days. Participating craftspeople include Sag Harbor Glass, Vicki Knits, Made in the Hamptons, Hampton Soaptique, Beads and Boards and Silk and Sea Designs. Admission is free and refreshments will be served. Remember, happiness is handmade! BONUS: Ashawagh Hall will be offering a third holiday market, aka the Holiday Bazaar, starting on Friday, Dec. 20 and continuing through Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 21 and 22. Just in case you need a quick last minute gift.
