9 Not-to-Miss Holiday Markets This Month

Made South

With all the holiday shopping events taking place in and near Williamson County, there’s no need to procrastinate or wait for Black Friday Deals. Check out these local holiday markets where you can shop local and find one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list.

 

mistletoe-market1.Franklin High School Mistletoe Market Gift Show and Silent Auction
810 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, 37064
Nov 5, 10a-4p
Admission-FREE

Over 80 vendors will be on hand showcasing one of kind merchandise and services, great gifts for shoppers in the market for the holidays, birthdays and more! Vendors of original art, holiday decorations, boutique clothing, jewelry and handbags, home decor, food favorites and gift items all under one roof.

Highlighting this year’s event is the first ever silent auction “Wreaths Under the Mistletoe” featuring holiday wreaths, arrangements and more donated by area florists and businesses. The silent auction will be held from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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nolensville-holiday-open-house2. Holiday Open House in Historic Nolensville
Nov 5th, 10a-6p
Admission – FREE

Kick off the holiday spirit in historic downtown Nolensville and shop from 11 participating Nolensville small businesses.

 

Participating stores include:

Three French Hens
The Tanner House
Nolensville Toy Shop
The Painted Dragonfly
Amish Country Feed Mill
Village Antiques
The Chase Lounge
Roses and Rustics
Peacock Lane
Shabby Lane
Nana’s Diner

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Brentwood Christmas Crawl3. Brentwood Christmas Crawl
Nov 3-5
Admission – FREE

Get ready for the Brentwood Christmas Crawl, a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, where you can shop 16 unique, retailers and begin marking names off your holiday shopping list. From home decor to women’s apparel to children’s clothing, the Brentwood Christmas Crawl offers a little bit of everything.

This shopping experience takes place Thursday, November 3rd through Saturday, the 5th. The 16 participating stores include: Hot Pink, The Snooty Fox, Stacey Rhodes Boutique, Spruce, Vignette, Raine, Southern Vintage Market, Copper Penny, Pear Tree Avenue, Maxi B. Home, BOCONI, Royal Bambini, Plaid Rabbit, Mignon’s, C’est Moi and Momma Nik’s Cheesecake.

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holiday shopping4.Shopapalooza
Brentwood United Methodist Church
309 Franklin Rd, Brentwood, 37027

November 9, 9:30a-7p
Admission – FREE

Shopapalooza is a free shopping event that benefits the Brentwood United Methodist Day School. There will be lots of unique offerings like jewelry, books, food, homemade bath soaps and scrubs, home decor, clothing, accessories, unique art and lots more. It’s the perfect spot to get a head start on Christmas gifts for family, friends and teachers.

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christmas-village 5. Christmas Village
Nashville Fairgrounds
1125 Wilson Dr, Nashville, 37204
Nov 11, 9a-9p

Nov 12 9a-6p
Nov 13 12p-6p
Admission – $10

More than 260 merchants and 25,000 shoppers from all over the U.S. participate in this premier consumer show.

A variety of unique seasonal and gift items are offered, including: toys for all ages, clothing for children and adults, jewelry, food items, pottery, collectibles and unusual pieces for the “person who has everything”.

Christmas Village is organized and operated solely through the volunteer efforts of the Nashville Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club to benefit the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center and other Pi Beta Phi philanthropies.

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santa-and-kids6. Williamson County Parks & Rec Holiday Arts and Crafts Show & Kar Klassic
Williamson County AgExpo Arena
4215 Long Ln, Franklin, 37064

Nov 12, 9a-4p and Nov 13, 12p-4p
Admission – $2

This family friendly event features an invitational car show along with great holiday shopping, visits and photos with Santa, and a community band concert.

Over 140 vendors will be participating in the arts and crafts show, with unique, handmade gifts, holiday and home décor, jewelry, apparel and other goodies made by local crafters and artists. Select holiday gifts for the whole family! Vintage and repurposed gifts, original art, pet items and more will be for sale at the show, so bring a shopping list.
Santa will be on hand to listen to wish lists and take photos with the kids on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The 13th annual Kris Kringle Kar Klassic is included in show admission, and adults and kids alike will enjoy viewing restored cars representing one hundred years of automotive history and attendees can vote for their favorite vehicle.

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chs-holiday-show7. Centennial Holiday Craft Show
Centennial High School
5050 Mallory Lane, Franklin, 37067
Nov 19 9a-5p & 20 12p-4p
Admission – $4 for one day, $5 for weekend pass

The Centennial Holiday Show include 195+ artisans from 12 states all in one location offering affordable, hand-made crafts for your entire family. Don’t miss this great opportunity to begin your holiday shopping early.

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holiday-bazaar8. First United Methodist Church
7316 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, Tennessee 37135
November 18 6p-8p & November 19 9a-2p
Admission – FREE

Join the First United Methodist Church in Nolensville for a holiday bazaar including shopping, food, fun and more.

Confirmed Vendors include:

Mary Kay
Thirty One Gifts
Premier Jewelry
Pampered Chef
DoTERRA
Local craft vendors featuring sewing, gifts, soy candles and bows
LipSense
Scentsy
Rodan+Fields
Delicious Desserts by Jennifer
6R Farms – featuring gift able CSA shares
Usborne Books
LuLaRoe
Younique – Friday only

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made-south9. Made South
The Factory at Franklin
Nov 18 5p-9p  & 19 9a-5p
Admission – $15-$59

 

The Made South Holiday Market is a celebration of Southern creativity and hospitality, featuring 130 of the finest Southern makers & artisans. You can also enjoy chef demonstrations from Springer Mountain Farms, Southern distiller tastings, live music and more!

10% of proceeds will benefit Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and the first 2000 guests on Saturday will receive a free Made South Holiday Market Reusable Shopping Bag.

Buy tickets here.

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