Christmastime is swiftly approaching, and there are only days left to get our holiday shopping completed. That’s what holiday markets are here for anyways! Get your Christmas spirit on while helping out local vendors and getting your shopping done.
So without further ado, here’s a list of the holiday markets across Miami, where they are, and when they’re open.
Open now through December 24: Vivo! Dolphin Mall’s Christmas Village
Head on over to Vivo! Dolphin Mall’s magical Christmas Village, a pop-up extravaganza filled with light displays, festive drinks an igloo village and most importantly: your one-stop shop for all your holiday shopping needs! In collaboration with the Florida Marketplace Group, the Christmas Village is hosting over 10 retailers, local makers, designers and boutiques, for an array of holiday gifts and treats.
- Where: Vivo! Dolphin Mall; 11401 NW 12th St Miami, FL 33172
- Hours: Thursday & Friday 4 p.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
December 16: Little River Flea
Support sustainable and local at the holiday version of this flea market with more than 30 vintage and handmade vendors, a live DJ and more to get you in a jolly mood and get all the gifts you need! Better yet, it takes place at Higher Ground Wynwood which means you can get some festive drinks in too (happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m.).
- Where: Higher Ground; 2217 NW Miami Ct Third Floor, Miami, FL 33127
- Hours: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
December 17: Coastal Holiday Market at Nikki Beach
Walk into a winter wonderland at Nikki Beach’s Coastal Holiday Market. Under the twinkling garden lights, this magical shopping experience will spotlight local and festive brands offering an array of handcrafted gifts, holiday decor and delectable treats to help cross gift shopping off your list. Enjoy live entertainment from musicians and a live DJ while you’re there.
- Where: Nikki Beach; 1 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
- Hours: 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
December 17: Sunday’s at Shoma Christmas Edition
Sundays at Shoma Bazaar is getting a holiday twist this year! In addition to free yoga, a dog adoption event in partnership with Tito’s & Dade County Animal Services, ornament decorating activities and a visit from Santa Claus, the food hall will house several pop-up shops from local brands so you can check off some of your Christmas shopping.
- Where: Shoma Bazaar; 9420 NW 41st St, Doral, FL 33178
- Hours: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Open every Wednesday: Gateway Market
This dazzling market located in Sunny Isles Beach has dozens of vendors from food to artisanal items, live music and games and activities for the whole family to enjoy! It’ll be open past the holidays, but if you want to catch their charming decor, including their fully-lit castle, you might want to check it out during the holidays.
- Where: Gateway Park; 151 Sunny Isles Blvd, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
- Hours: Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.