Can you believe the holidays are upon us? Before you know it, the stores will be packed with shoppers – skip the crowds and support local by heading to these 2025 holiday markets and Christmas bazaars near Olympia and throughout Thurston County. You will love the unique items you find, handcrafted just for you.
Winter Craft Fair
November 1, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Faith Community Center
7075 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey
The Faith Lutheran School is holding their Winter Craft Fair on November 1, 2025 so you can get a jump on that holiday shopping! There will also be a live raffle and concessions. This holiday market in Lacey is a fundraiser for the nonprofit. Free parking and free admission.
Homemade for the Holidays
November 7, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
November 8, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurston County Fairgrounds
3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey
Over 70 vendors will be at the South Sound Makers Market holiday bazaar in Lacey. Admission is free and the market is dedicated to being a 100% handmade and handcrafted market. There will be food trucks to keep you shopping energy up!
Girlfriends Holiday Market
November 14, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
November 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurston County Fairgrounds
3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey
This holiday market in Lacey needs no introduction! The Girlfriends Holiday Market is known for its eclectic mix of vintage, classic, antique and handmade gifts! Find seasonal decorations, holiday gifts and more. There will be food available as well. Friday admission is $10, Saturday is $5. Kids under 16 are free.
South Bay Holiday Market
November 15, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
South Bay Grange
3918 Sleater Kinney Road NE, Olympia
Head to the South Bay Grange for an old-fashioned holiday market with all kinds of gifts. Find arts, wellness items, ceramics, jewelry, skincare products and more. Get your holiday décor, including wreaths as well!
Annual Christmas Bazaar
November 15, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
First United Methodist Church of Olympia
1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia
First United Methodist Church of Olympia is once again holding their Christmas Bazaar that is great for holiday shopping! Find vintage and handmade gift items, food and more. There will be kids’ activities and a snack bar. Need to deck your halls? Check out their Christmas wreaths! Sales from the bazaar benefit families through local and national nonprofits.
P.E.O. Holiday Bazaar
November 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
McLane Grange
931 Delphi Road SW, Olympia
Wach of the South Sound chapters of P.E.O. will sponsor a booth with fall and Christmas items, including reasonably priced gifts such as treat-filled mugs and teacups, loaded pockets, dog and cat treats, bird feeders, P.E.O.-specific decor items, aprons, handcrafts and more.
Proceeds of this international women’s philanthropic organization benefit higher education for women.
Oblate Christmas Bazaar
November 21-22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Saint Martin’s University TUB Student Center
(behind Marcus Pavilion)
5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey
The Oblate Christmas Bazaar, put on by the Saint Martin’s Abbey Oblates, will have one-of-a-kind holiday gifts; handmade crafts and artwork by local artisans; beautiful holiday decorations; specialty foods to enjoy or give as gifts; and holiday inspiration for your home, kitchen and wardrobe!
Swede Hall Holiday Bazaar
November 21, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
November 22, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
18543 Albany Street SW, Rochester
The Swede Hall is once again having their holiday Bazaar just before Thanksgiving! Perfect for getting decorations to deck your holiday table, small gifts for those coming for Thanksgiving and of course, any December holidays!
Holiday Artisan Market
November 22, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Marie Bed & Breakfast
123 Cushing Street NW, Olympia
The Marie Bed & Breakfast is once again hosting their Holiday Artisan Market! Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks while shopping for everyone on your list, including yourself!
Olympia High School Holiday Bearzaar
November 22, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Olympia High School
1302 North Street, Olympia
The Olympia High School Holiday Bearzaar is a huge craft show with 150 local vendors spread throughout campus. Get hungry while shopping? Concessions provided by New Market Culinary Arts students. Enter the raffle with over 100 items and check out the book fair, being put on between OHS Bears Who Read club and Browser’s Bookstore. Proceeds benefit the students of Olympia High School. Early birds can pay $5 and get in at 8:15! Admission is free at 9:30 a.m.
Lincoln Student Makers Market
November 22, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Lincoln Options Elementary School
213 21st Avenue SE Olympia
This unique holiday market in Olympia has items all made by Lincoln Options Elementary students! Students will be running their booths, so you can meet the artists behind your gifts. There will also be a student art gallery, student performances and music, activities and more. Enjoy coffee and tasty treats while you shop.
Craft Market
November 22: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Arbutus Folk School
705 4th Avenue E, Olympia
The Arbutus Folk School’s craft market is all about finding gifts made by local artists! You will be surprised by the variety of items – from bag and pottery to games and cutting boards – you are sure to find something for everyone on your list.
Tenino Holiday Market 2025
November 28 – 30, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Kodiak Room
225 Sussex SW, Tenino
The Tenino Holiday Market at The Kodiak Room is a great place to find local artisans sharing their gift items, décor and treats for the season. Set up like a retail store, shop all the areas and check out once! Tenino Arts and the Tenino Area Chamber of Commerce host the Market. Admission is free. Find out more by visiting the Tenino Holiday Market Facebook event page.
Holidays in the Northwest Market
November 28 – 19, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thurston County Fairgrounds
3054 Carpenter Road SE, Lacey
Want to shop on Black Friday, but looking for something locally-made? Check out the Holidays in the Northwest Market in Lacey. Put on by the South Sound Makers Market, there will be over 85 vendors with all kinds of handmade and handcrafted gifts. Enjoy food trucks while you shop. Free admission.
Native Holiday Market
December 12-13, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
The Evergreen State College
House of Welcome Longhouse
2800 Dogtooth Lane NW, Olympia
Check out the Native Holiday Market at The Evergreen State College for unique items you won’t find anywhere else. This holiday market in Olympia showcases gift and décor items from Native artists. Find handmade jewelry, art, carvings, weavings, pottery and more. Delicious food will be available as well.
Kris Kringle Holiday Market
December 13, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Lacey Community Center
6729 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey
Modeled after the European Christmas Markets, the Krist Kringle Holiday Market in Lacey is a lively, holiday-themed event. It serves as a fundraiser for the Community Grants program of the Community Club of Lewis-McChord, which directly helps the JBLM community. Find vendors, entertainment, a hot cocoa and cider bar, food trucks and even free photos with Santa.
