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Shop local at these holiday markets in Austin

‘Tis the season to start shopping for the holidays and anything you can buy, you can buy local at one of these holiday markets.

A woman looking through an array of art pieces and post cards framed at the Armadillos Christmas Bazaar.

Hundreds of vendors set up shop for the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar each year.

Photo by Jennifer Ramos

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The countdown is on to the holiday shopping season, and this year, we want you to go in prepared.

Consider this your reminder to start your gift shopping and maybe do it locally. These markets featuring Austin makers and creators are a great place to start.

The Front Market, Waterloo Park

Get ahead of the holiday shopping crowds at this two-day pop-up with 150+ vendors on deck. Stop by from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 and Sunday, Nov. 24.

Blue Genie Art Bazaar, 6100 Airport Blvd.

You can peruse hundreds of locally made goodies at this twice-annual holiday bazaar, from now until Tuesday, Dec. 24. Pro tip: you can also shop online.

A shirt reading "Expand your mind" in the foreground and art prints in the background.

Hundreds of makers showcase their work each year at Blue Genie.

Photo by Blue Genie Art Bazaar

Bee Cave Holiday Market, Hill Country Galleria

Get the perfect gift from local vendors for your loved ones or take a spin at the ice skating rink at this market on Fridays + Saturdays in December.

German-Texan Heritage Society Christmas Market, German Free School

The 29th annual market from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 7 will serve up Glühwein, offer Christmas decor imported from Erzgebirge in eastern Germany, and offer kid-friendly activities. Get tickets for $8.

A tall Christmas tree adorned with large red, gold, and green ornaments stands in an open courtyard with yellow and orange walls. The area is decorated with garlands along the stair railings and a small fountain built into the wall. The sky is clear and blue.

Say hello to Santa for us at Hotel Viata’s Christmas Tree Lighting.

Photo courtesy Hotel Viata

Christmas Tree Lighting + Holiday Market, Hotel Viata

Grab some unique gifts after you watch the Christmas tree lighting, enjoy a live choir performance, and take the kiddos to visit Santa Claus at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8.

Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, Palmer Events Center

Shop for an array of upscale gifts while listening to live music from Jackie Venson, Shinyribs, Carolyn Wonderland, Warren Hood, Ray Benson, The Tiarras, and more. Tickets for the market — which runs 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m. from Saturday, Dec. 14 to Monday, Dec. 23 — start at $12.

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