5 MA Holiday Markets To Visit This Weekend

MASSACHUSETTS — It's getting down to the wire for shoppers who've yet to order or purchase gifts for their family members and loved ones.

However, there are plenty of opportunities to get those gifts this weekend with a variety of holiday markets.

Here are five markets to check out:

Pelham House Resort Winter Market

Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

14 Sea St., Dennis Port

Pelham House Resort’s beloved Winter Market returns, bringing a full day of festive cheer to the Cape. Guests can browse a curated lineup of more than 20 local artisans while enjoying seasonal bites and holiday cocktails from the cash bar. Featured vendors include Cape Cod Beach Creations, Cozy Heaven Crochet, Capeology, Swirls Jewelry, Cords & Company, and The Coastal Collective. A special Winter Market menu will be available with cozy favorites like Pelham House Clam Chowder, Farm Vegetable Minestrone, Baked Mac n’ Cheese, and Mini Lobster Rolls. Admission is free. For more information visit Pelham’s website here.

The Liberty Hotel Christmas Stroll

Sunday, 1 to 6 p.m.

215 Charles St., Boston

The Liberty Hotel debuts its first-ever Christmas Stroll, transforming the iconic 4th- and 5th-floor rotundas into a dazzling holiday marketplace. The event will showcase a highly curated mix of Boston’s most beloved local vendors, including PORSCHE Burlington, Beacon Hill Bakery, Candlefish, Boston Candle Lux, Vose Galleries, Carola’s Cakes, and Carolyn & Mackin Gallery. Guests can shop artisan gifts, handcrafted goods, and seasonal treats beneath the hotel’s famous upside-down Christmas trees—one of the city’s most photographed holiday displays. Admission is free, and valet parking is available for a special rate of $25. For more information visit the Liberty’s website here.

First Street Market Holiday Market Series

Dec. 12 and 19, 5 to 10 p.m.

57 First St., Cambridge

First Street Market’s Holiday Market Series is back, transforming the space into a warm and charming winter marketplace each Wednesday evening. More than 25 local vendors will fill the market with handcrafted goods, farm-fresh foods, and unique holiday finds. Guests can sip cozy seasonal cocktails or hot cocoa from the bar, enjoy live music, and savor dishes from Amba Café, available for purchase. This year features the market’s largest vendor lineup yet. For more information, visit First Street Market’s website here.

Snowport

Now through Dec. 28

100 Seaport Blvd., Boston

This year, the Holiday Market features over 125 independently-owned businesses and an expansive dining area with 20 local food and beverage concepts. Visitors can expect returning favorites, fresh new faces and a few surprises along the way, officials said.

The market will showcase a collection of small businesses featuring everything from apparel and accessories to home decor, gourmet gifts, unique art and toys and games.

The market now has extended holiday hours. They are:

• Monday - Thursday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.
• Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Jack's Abby Christmas Market

Dec. 13 and 14, 12 to 6 p.m.

100 Clinton St., Framingham

The German-inspired brewery Jack's Abby has celebrated Oktoberfest, but they're also prepped for another major German holiday milestone: The Christmas market.

The market will return on Saturday and Sunday for the second of two consecutive weekends.

The German Christmas Market features 12 unique vendors each weekend showcasing a selection of handcrafted goods, holiday treats and locally made gifts.