Our area is known for its enthusiastic support of local talent: artisans, craftspeople, and small business owners who create everything from jewelry and pottery to home décor, clothing, and finely crafted food & drink. Makers markets bring together the best of local and regional creators for everyone to enjoy. As the holiday season approaches, these markets are perfect for finding gifts with a personal touch that reflect the spirit of our community.

Dive into the holiday shopping season with these six markets happening in November. Each one offers something unique, from live music and food vendors to handmade goods that make thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts.

November 7 - Festifall Arts Market 

Festifall returns to Chapel Hill for its 53rd year! Join us at our annual celebration of creativity from around the Triangle. Meet artists, enjoy live performances, and shop paintings, pottery, jewelry, woodwork, clothing, soaps, candles, and more. Expect more vendors this year! This event is free and open to all.

  • New Location: Rosemary/Columbia Lot
  • 100 East Rosemary St, Chapel Hill
  • 12 pm - 5 pm

Two people looking at paintings at the Festifall Arts Market

November 8th The Bazaar 

On Sunday, The Bazaar invites you to explore a lively market filled with artisans, food trucks, and live music. With over 30 talented local maker offering handmade goods, there’s something for everyone. Eats from an array of food and drink vendors. Discover the ideal spot for mingling, unique finds, and enjoying the local vibe.

  • Carrboro Commons
  • 301 Main Street, Carrboro
  • 12 pm – 5 pm

November 8th Oak & Ink Book Market

Calling all Indie genre book lovers! Local authors, bookish artisans and bookish related vendor artists will be at this market! Free to attend.

  • Botanist and Barrel Cedar Grove Winery
  • 105 Persimmons Hill Lane, Cedar Grove
  • 1 pm- 4 pm

November 14th -  Shindig and Holiday Market

How fun does this sound? Shop the holiday market for handcrafted products, local honey, artisan cheeses and pastries, dried flower wreaths, planters and herbs and so much more. Then get ready to do-si-do at a square dance with a live band and live caller. Shop small, drink cider, eat onigiri, and dance!

  • Botanist and Barrel Cedar Grove Winery
  • 105 Persimmon Hill Lane, Cedar Grove
  • Market 3 pm -6 pm | Square Dance 6 pm

People square dancing at Botanist and Barrel Cedar Grover Winery

The following weekend, continue your journey of discovering local crafts at the Hillsborough Holiday Bazaar and Arts on Market where the atmosphere is lively and enjoyable. No stress here!

November 21 - Hillsborough Holiday Bazaar

40 plus artists and vendors will showcase their wares at this holiday arts fair on the historic courthouse lawn in downtown Hillsborough. Enjoy pastries and beverages from Larry's Coffee, live entertainment and kid's art making. Free admission to the bazaar.

  • Historic Courthouse
  • 150 E. King Street, Hillsborough
  • 10 am - 4 pm

November 22nd - Arts on Market

Arts on Market brings together North Carolina artists and craftsmen in a welcoming outdoor setting on the Village Green in Southern Village. Live music sets the tone for an enjoyable shopping experience from various artisans, bakers, and makers. This market is a wonderful opportunity to find pieces that reflect the charm and creativity of the region. Free admission

  • Southern Village Green
  • 401 Market Street, Chapel Hill
  • 12 – 4 pm

Each of these markets brings together our community’s creativity and offers a shopping experience that’s more personal than anything you’d find in big-box stores. Discover truly unique gifts this November, support local artisans, and bring home something special that tells a story.

(Top image credit: Arts on Market)