Shop Local Handcrafted Gifts In Oakland County This Holiday Season

WATERFORD, MI — Guests can visit the Oakland County Farmers Market this holiday season and shop for one-of-a-kind items that were handcrafted by local artisans.

This year’s Holiday Market will take place Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 3 - 7 p.m. While shopping for special gifts for friends and family members, guests will have the opportunity to connect with the local artisans and learn the stories behind their handcrafted offerings.

Booths will be fully stocked with an array of items like handcrafted jewelry, homemade soaps and lotions and specialty food items perfect for the season’s gift-giving occasions.

In addition to shopping for decorations, artisan crafts and specialty food items, the Holiday Market will feature a variety of activities for all ages, including photos and visits with live reindeer and elves from 3:30-6:30 p.m., s’mores, wagon rides, holiday music and a drawing for a gift basket of market goodies.

"The Holiday Market is such a fun time to shop with us," Oakland County Farmers Market Manager Brad Wethy said. "From the aroma of the fresh greenery and freshly prepared treats to the glow of the multicolored lights and excitement in the air as children visit the live reindeer, this is a fun and festive atmosphere you can only find this time of the year here."

The Oakland County Farmers Market is open year-round from 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays through the end of December. Winter hours begin in January when the market will be open 7 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Saturdays. The market is located at 2350 Pontiac Lake Road in Waterford.