2026 Buy Local Holiday Markets

Posted By: Maud Bentley Community, General News,

The holiday season is here, and Charleston is full of festive markets perfect for finding unique gifts, enjoying tasty treats, and spending time with family. From craft fairs to holiday pop-ups, this guide has all the details you need to explore the best holiday markets in Charleston and soak up the seasonal spirit.

(Do you know of a market not listed below? Let us know!)

Daniel Island Holiday Market
Saturday | Nov. 14, 2026 | 10am – 4pm
DI Recreation Center

Holiday Festival of Lights
Nightly | Nov. 13 – Dec. 31, 2025 | 5:30pm – 10:00pm
James Island County Park

Charleston Holiday Market (Gilmore Shows)
Friday–Sunday | Nov. 20–22, 2026 | Times Vary
North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center

CHRISTkindlmarkt 
Friday–Sunday | Dec. 4-6 & Dec. 11–13, 2026 | Times Vary
Mt. Pleasant, 99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Southern Living Illumination Holiday Market 
Friday–Saturday | Dec. 4–5, 2026 | Times Vary
The Charleston Visitors Center

Isle of Palms Holiday Street Festival
Saturday | Dec. 5, 2026 | 2pm-7pm
Front Beach, Isle of Palms

Holiday Market - Marion Square
Saturday & Sunday | Dec. 5–6, 2026 | 9am – 3pm
Marion Square, Downtown Charleston

Mount Pleasant Holiday Market & Craft Show
Saturday | Dec. 12, 2026 | 11am – 4pm
Town of Mount Pleasant Farmers Market Pavilion

Holiday Market – Marion Square 
Saturday & Sunday | Dec. 12–13, 2026 | 9am – 3pm
Marion Square, Downtown Charleston

Buy Local Block Party
Saturday | Dec. 19, 2026 | 11am – 3pm
Holy City Brewing

The Holy City Holiday Market
Friday–Sunday | Dec. 18–20, 2026 | Times Vary
Firefly Distillery

Holiday Market – Marion Square
Saturday | Dec. 19, 2026 | 9am – 3pm
Marion Square, Downtown Charleston