Illustration of a small village Christmas market at night with a brass band and children holding lanterns (Handworks Holiday Market)
Christmas Markets

Handworks Holiday Market

Visitors can browse unique handmade arts, crafts, and holiday gifts from more than 140 regional artisan exhibitors. Guests can also stop by for photos with Santa and enjoy on-site food concessions.

Nov 20 – Nov 21, 2026 All ages General admission $10.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Market: Friday 9am - 7pm; Saturday 9am - 4pm. Santa photos: Friday 10am - 5pm; Saturday 10am - 3pm.

Food & Drink

Food concessions are available at the event.

Accessibility

The market is stroller friendly.

Location

Mississippi Trade Mart · 1200 Mississippi St, Jackson, MS 39202 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and crafty

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a stroller if useful; strollers are allowed, making it easier to move around the market floor with young children.
  • Plan Santa photos within the listed windows: Friday 10 a.m.–5 p.m. or Saturday 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
  • Check admission options before arriving: children under 12 enter free, and guests 65 and older pay $8.
  • Leave time to browse more than 140 artisan booths, where at least 70% of each booth must be handmade items.
  • Food concessions are available at the show, so visitors can take a break without leaving the event.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: photos with Santa on Friday and Saturday.
  • Children under 12 get in free, and seniors 65 and over get a reduced rate.
  • Group packages at a reduced per-ticket rate. Call ahead to reserve.

Links & Contact

Run by Handworks Market

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we see Santa?

Yes. Santa is new this year, and you can get photos with him on both Friday and Saturday during part of the market hours.

Are strollers allowed?

Yes. It's a stroller-friendly show.

Is there food?

Yes, there are food concessions on site.

Is everything handmade?

At least 70% of each booth has to be handmade. More than 140 regional artisans exhibit.

Can I sell at the market?

Yes. Artisans can apply online to exhibit at the 2026 Handworks Holiday Market.

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