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Shop Local With The Best Holiday Markets in Madison

Posted on December 5, 2024   |   Updated on September 30, 2025
Ilana Nevins

Ilana Nevins

Female friends are looking at woolen hats at outdoor Christmas market stall

Check out some of Madison's best holiday markets popping up across the city. (Betsie Van der Meer/Getty Images)

Looking to get some local, handmade gifts or some cozy holiday drinks? Check out these five holiday markets happening this month.

Today! Stop by the Chazen Museum of Art to get your favorite festive beverage and shop beautiful handcrafted art. The market starts at 3 p.m. (750 University Ave.).

The perfect market for all your holiday shopping needs, every vendor has been vetted so gifts are ethically and humanely produced. Check it out on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Monona Terrace (1 John Nolen Dr.).

For the second year in a row, come celebrate the Black community and culture! The celebration features Black-owned businesses and the opportunity to get a photo with Black Santa.

The Holiday Black Bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 14 from 2 to 6 p.m. at The Orpheum Theater (216 State St.).

Stop by this indoor farmers’ market to check out over 60 vendors. It’s your one-stop shop for delicious treats and holiday gifts. Visit the market on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Dec.14, and 21 from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Monona Terrace (1 John Nolen Dr.).

Looking for more Christmas? What about Christmas in America’s Little Switzerland? This Christmas-themed market will have Christmas music, sleigh rides, and, of course, Santa visits. Stop by on Dec. 6, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown New Glarus.

More December cheer here ✨

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