Support Local Artists And Charities By Shopping These 6 NJ Gift Markets

The giving season has arrived. If you’re looking for a unique gift, it may reveal itself at holiday bazaars and art and craft fairs coming up in New Jersey.

Not only are these seasonal events a great place to find meaningful gifts and handcrafted items, but they’re also a great way to support local artists, charities and small businesses in New Jersey.

We’ve rounded up a few that are already on the calendar. Are you planning a fall or holiday event? Feature it so nearby readers see it all across Patch — including in roundups like this!

Gift events in New Jersey include:

Friends Holiday Market

• Date: Saturday, Nov. 22
• Location: Bernards Township Library (32 S. Maple Ave., Bernards)
• Details: Start your holiday shopping early at the Friends of the Bernards Township Library’s Holiday Market, which will host over 15 women artisans who offer a variety of handcrafted items ranging from ceramics to jewelry, baked goods and more.

Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar

• Dates: Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays (Nov. 28 through Dec. 21)
• Location: Grand Arcade of Convention Hall, Asbury Park Hotel & Whitechapel Projects
• Details: Shop for handcrafted goods and unique holiday gifts by local and regional makers and small businesses at the Asbury Park Holiday Bazaar. Attendees will also be able to enjoy holiday music, entertainment and more.

Montclair Holiday Flea Market

• Dates: Saturday & Sunday (Nov. 29 through Dec. 28)
• Location: Montclair Flea (1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair)
• Details: Shop from curated vendors offering everything ranging from festive decor and handmade gifts to vintage treasures and cozy accessories.

Noyes Holiday Market & Gingerbread Village

• Dates: Saturday & Sunday (Dec. 6 & 7)
• Location: Noyes Art Garage of Stockton University (2200 Fairmount Ave., Atlantic City)
• Details: Shop from craft vendors, take photos with Santa, enjoy food, drinks, live music and more at the Noyes Holiday Market & Gingerbread Village. Attendees are also welcome to donate a new, unwrapped toy for kids ages newborn through 10 years old and receive a free parking voucher for the WAVE garage.

Winter Craft Fest

• Date: Saturday, Dec. 6
• Location: Berkeley Township Recreation Center (Bayville)
• Details: Shop unique handmade gifts, seasonal decor and more from 25+ local vendors. In the spirit of giving, event organizers will also be collecting new, unopened toys to be donated to local families in need this holiday season. Tickets/reservations can be found here.

Howell Holiday Market

• Date: Sunday, Dec. 14
• Location: Echo Lake Park (1205 Maxim Southard Road, Howell)
• Details: Shop for handmade and homemade goods from local farmers, bakers, makers and creators at the Howell Holiday Market.