Shop for Christmas gifts at Treasure Coast holiday bazaars, winter arts and crafts fairs

Holiday bazaars and winter arts and crafts fairs kick off this weekend on the Treasure Coast.

Here’s where to go to shop for some Christmas gifts this year in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties — and have a little fun at the same time.

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Holiday bazaars and winter arts and crafts fairs kick off this weekend on the Treasure Coast. In this Dec. 12, 2020, photo, a rainy morning didn't stop some from exploring the Holiday Shopping Fair at Riverside Park in Vero Beach.
Holiday bazaars and winter arts and crafts fairs kick off this weekend on the Treasure Coast. In this Dec. 12, 2020, photo, a rainy morning didn't stop some from exploring the Holiday Shopping Fair at Riverside Park in Vero Beach.

31st annual Light Up Night

Where: Businesses across Sebastian

When: 5:30-8 p.m. Dec. 3

Details: Participating locations use decorations, offer sales, discounts, door prizes, family-fun activities, food, refreshments

Website: sebastianchamber.com

3rd annual Winter Vendor Event

Where: Hobe Sound Farmers Market, 1425 S.E. Bridge Road

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 4

Details: Shopping, food trucks, petting zoo, pony rides, kids’ zone, Christmas trees for sale, photos opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus; bring pantry items and new or gently used toys as donations

Website: facebook.com/MCFarmBureauWC

Holly Fair in the Gardens

Where: All Saints Episcopal Church, 2303 N.E. Seaview Drive, Jensen Beach

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 4

Details: Christmas gift shop, decorated Christmas trees, wreaths for sale, bake shop, raffles, silent auction from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Website: facebook.com/AllSaintsJensenBeach

Gilty Pleasures: Artisanal Market & Open House

Where: The Gilt Complex, 608 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart

When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 4

Details: Local artists, craftsmen and small businesses with fine art, crafts, fresh flowers, jewelry, vintage items, prints, high-end books, stationary, hand-painted greeting cards, mobiles, pottery, marble decor; refreshments from 4-8 p.m.

Website: facebook.com/TheGiltComplex

Christmas Holiday Bazaar

Where: MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, 9221 S.E. Event Center Place, Port St. Lucie

When: 2-8 p.m. Dec. 11

Details: Over 80 booths of art and craft inspiration and creativity by exhibitors from across Treasure Coast, paintings, contemporary art, wood art, handmade clothing, soaps, jewelry, metal art, shell art, home decor, baked goods, candles, glass art; music, children’s zone, educational resources, giveaways and swag, food and drinks

Website: facebook.com/Events4allCorp

Whiskers in Wonderland Holiday Bazaar

Where: Humane Society of St. Lucie County, 8890 Glades Cut Off Road, Port St. Lucie

When: 5-8 p.m. Dec. 11

Details: Local home-based businesses, activities, crafts, fake snow, live music, food vendors

Website: hsslc.org/event/whiskers-in-wonderland

Holiday bazaars and winter arts and crafts fairs kick off this weekend on the Treasure Coast. In this Dec. 12, 2020, photo, a rainy morning didn't stop some from exploring the Holiday Shopping Fair at Riverside Park in Vero Beach.
Holiday bazaars and winter arts and crafts fairs kick off this weekend on the Treasure Coast. In this Dec. 12, 2020, photo, a rainy morning didn't stop some from exploring the Holiday Shopping Fair at Riverside Park in Vero Beach.

Holiday Shopping Fair

Where: Riverside Park, 3258 Riverside Park Drive, Vero Beach

When: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 11, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 12

Details: Arts and crafts vendors, commercial vendors, hand-crafted goods, jewelry, clothing; food, snacks, desserts, hot chocolate, beer, wine, mimosas, cocktails, specialty drinks for sale

Website: pottcevents.com/holiday-shopping-fair-at-riverside-park.html

6th annual Peacock Arts & Crafts Fair

Where: Cool Beans Brew, 1115 Delaware Ave., Fort Pierce (outdoors behind building)

When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 19

Details: Local artists and crafters, live painting and crafting demonstrations, unique Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers

Website: facebook.com/coolbeansbrew1

Laurie K. Blandford is TCPalm's entertainment reporter and columnist dedicated to finding the best things to do on the Treasure Coast. Follow her on Twitter @TCPalmLaurie and Facebook @TCPalmLaurie. Email her at laurie.blandford@tcpalm.com. Sign up for her What To Do in 772 weekly newsletter at profile.tcpalm.com/newsletters/manage.

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