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.
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.
