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Christmas Markets

Novato Holiday Crafts Faire

Visitors can browse handmade holiday goods from more than 50 artisan vendors offering jewelry, ceramics, wreaths, ornaments, specialty foods, and bath and body products. The gathering also offers food options and entertainment throughout the venue.

Dec 4 – Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Admission is free to the public on both days.

Hours

Fri 6PM-9PM; Sat 10AM-4PM.

Food & Drink

Food will be available.

Parking

Parking is listed at the Margaret Todd Senior Center Main Parking Lot, the Hill Education Center Parking Lot for overflow, and the Hill Recreation Area Bocce Ball and Pickle Ball Court Parking.

Location

Margaret Todd Senior Center · 1560 Hill Road, Novato Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday gift shoppers

Vibe

Festive and crafty

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring cash for your holiday shopping, because not every vendor will be able to take credit cards.
  • Head to the Hill Education Center lot or the bocce and pickleball court lot if the senior center's main lot is full.
  • Plan to eat while you shop, since food is available and entertainment runs throughout the faire.
  • Choose between the Friday evening and Saturday daytime sessions, since admission is free on both days.

Links & Contact

Run by Novato Parks, Recreation and Community Services

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 website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of crafts are for sale?

Over 50 artisans sell handmade jewelry, ceramics, specialty foods, wreaths, ornaments, bath and body products and more.

Is there food and entertainment?

Yes. Food is available and there's entertainment throughout the faire.

Do vendors take credit cards?

Not all vendors are guaranteed to accept cards, so bring cash.

Where do I park?

Park in the Margaret Todd Senior Center main lot. Overflow parking is at the Hill Education Center lot and the Hill Recreation Area bocce ball and pickleball court lot.

How can I become a vendor?

Fill out the 2026 Holiday Crafts Faire vendor application from Novato Parks, Recreation and Community Services.

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