Illustration of an indoor Christmas market hall with tables of candles, wreaths and ornaments under garlands (Valdosta Merry Marketplace 2026)

Valdosta Merry Marketplace 2026

Visitors can browse and shop merchandise from nearly 100 artisan and boutique vendors gathered from across the Southeast. Families can participate in a character breakfast and meet favorite characters. Guests can also visit Santa to have professional photos taken.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

vjsl.org

When

Hours

Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Breakfast is available during the special ticketed Character Breakfast.

Going?

Location

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James H. Rainwater Conference Center · 1 Meeting Pl, Valdosta, GA 31601 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Choose the ticketed Friday A Very Merry Preview if you want first access to vendor booths in a more relaxed, crowd-controlled shopping setting.
  • Remember that A Very Merry Preview replaces the traditional Saturday Early Bird special, making Friday the early-shopping option this season.
  • For the Character Breakfast, choose the Saturday 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. session that best fits your family’s schedule.
  • Attend the Character Breakfast for a chance to take a photo with Santa before the general crowd arrives.
  • Allow time to browse the nearly 100 vendor booths, with artisans and boutique vendors gathered from across the Southeast.

Special Events & Promotions

  • New this year: A Very Merry Preview, a special-ticket Friday evening of first-access shopping that replaces the Saturday Early Bird
  • Character Breakfast on Saturday morning with two seatings, a separate ticket, character meet-and-greets and a Santa photo before the crowds

Links & Contact

Run by Valdosta Junior Service League

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of shopping is there?

Nearly 100 artisans and boutique vendors from across the Southeast set up booths.

What is A Very Merry Preview?

It's a special-ticket shopping night on Friday before general admission opens. You get first pick of the vendor booths with festive décor in a smaller, crowd-controlled setting. It replaces the old Saturday Early Bird special.

Is there something special for kids?

Yes. The Character Breakfast is a separately ticketed Saturday morning breakfast where kids meet their favorite characters and can get a photo with Santa before the crowds arrive. Santa is also there for professionally made photos.

Where does the money go?

Proceeds fund dozens of Valdosta Junior Service League community projects supporting health, education and welfare in Lowndes County and the surrounding areas.

How can I become a vendor?

Download the 2026 vendor application, and email the registration chair at merrymarketplace@gmail.com with any questions.

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