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holiday artisan market

December 6-7, 2025

Saturday, December 6 from 12pm-8pm
Sunday, December 7 from 11am-4pm

Get ready for a twinkly weekend of great shopping and small-town holiday vibes! The Holiday Artisan Market is back in historic Occoquan - this year taking place in the heart of the historic district on parts of Union and Commerce Streets. Most parking in town will remain open and shuttle service will also be available from a local commuter lot.

FREE entry to all events during the Holiday Artisan Market.

Shop til you drop

Saturday, December 6 from 12:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, December 7 from 11:00am-4:00pm

85 curated artisans (and 40+ in-town shops!) will be decked out with unique holiday gifts, decor, and goodies. Occoquan businesses will also be open late on Saturday, December 6, to match the hours of the market (open until 8pm!). A vendor list to be announced closer to date.

Santa arrives by boat

Saturday, December 6 at 11:30am

The big guy heads into Occoquan by boat on Saturday, December 6. Watch him float into town at the town dock around 11:30am, then parade up to the opening of the market at 12:00pm, where he will meet-and-greet with families.

Santa Sing-A-Long

Saturday, December 6 at 1:00pm

 

Join Santa for a sing-a-long at our beautifully lit tree in front of Town Hall (314 Mill Street)!

Shop late & Firepits

Saturday, December 6 from 5:00pm-8:00pm

 

While you are shopping late through the market and at local businesses, pop by our holiday themed firepit area for marshmallow roasting and more!

Gingerbread contest awards

Sunday, December 7 at 3:45pm

 

The winners of our beloved community gingerbread contest will be announced just before the close of the market on Sunday! Contest entry information will be made available closer to the event date.

Vendor Information

 

Interested in applying to be a vendor? Space is very limited and all work must be original, handmade, and created by the crafter or artists.

 

APPLY NOW!

know before

you go

 

Can I walk around the event with an adult beverage I purchased in town?

Yes! The Town of Occoquan has a special license that allows visitors ages 21+ to purchase alcoholic beverages from a restaurant or festival food vendor and carry it within the limits of the festival. Outside alcohol is not permitted.

Are strollers permitted on shuttles?

Yes! We recommend folding them up before the bus arrives to conserve space.

 

Are pets allowed on shuttles?

Service animals are welcome on our shuttles. Therapy dogs and other animals are not permitted on shuttles, however well behaved leashed pets ARE welcomed at the market and throughout town.

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