Holiday Festival of the Arts
Visitors can browse vendor booths filled with locally produced fine art and handmade crafts from over 100 regional artisans. The indoor festival also features live music, artist demonstrations, and hands-on workshops and activities for children.
Nov 20 – Dec 24, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
10AM–6PM; closes at 3PM on December 24.
Parking
Parking is dependent on the location of the Festival and local parking laws.
Tips & Advice
- Visit on a Saturday or Sunday if you want live music and free kids' activities alongside the artisan booths.
- Watch for the location announcement in November, since the festival moves to a new spot every year and parking depends on where it lands.
- Out-of-town visitors can book a discounted stay at Hotel Leo through the festival's offer, good for the whole run of the festival.
- Take your finds to the main checkout area to pay, because Allied Arts staff handle every sale instead of the individual artists.
- If you're saving your shopping for the last minute, plan around the Thanksgiving closure and the early close on Christmas Eve.
Special Events & Promotions
- Live music and free kids' activities on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Out-of-town visitors get a discount on Hotel Leo stays for the length of the festival when they book through the festival's offer.
Links & Contact
Run by Allied Arts of Whatcom County
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to see and do?
It's an indoor festival with booths from over 100 regional artisans, plus live music, workshops for children and artists demonstrating their craft.
Is there anything for kids?
Yes. There are workshops for children, and free kids' activities and live music on Saturdays and Sundays.
Is everything handmade?
Yes. All products must be handmade, and the festival focuses on locally produced fine art and craft.
Do I pay at each booth?
No. Like a store, the festival has a main checkout area, and Allied Arts staff handle every transaction.
How can musicians or teaching artists perform at the festival?
Allied Arts reaches out to musicians and teaching artists to book the weekend entertainment. If you're interested, email holidayfestival@alliedarts.org.
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