The holidays are just around the corner and it’s never too early to start shopping for gifts. Pop-up markets are the perfect opportunity to support local businesses and to purchase the most thoughtful and unique gifts. With so many handcrafted and handmade items featured, these goodies bring a deeper meaning to those loved ones you are shopping for.
Here are six pop-up markets in and around Edmonton, perfect for some early holiday shopping.
Posh Market: A Holiday Pop-Up
For locals, by locals. Posh Market is hosting a Holiday Pop-Up market with over 80+ vendors. It’s a full holiday experience with crafts, hot cocoa, live music, a holiday photobooth, and so much more.
Plus, if you’re one of the first 30 shoppers daily, you get a free signature holiday goodie bag.
When: Nov 22-23, 12pm-7pm
Where: Alberta Aviation Museum
Malla MRKT: Winter Social Girls Club Market
Want a shopping date with your girls? Malla MRKT is featuring a lineup of festive weekends filled with shopping, snacks, and social fun. Shop 35+ of the cutest local small businesses, plus workshops, bake sale, charm bars, book swaps, and more.
Bonus: First 20 shoppers each day receive a tote swag bag.
When: Nov 22-23 & Nov 29-30, Mall Hours
Where: Kingsway Mall, Level 2
Mochi Market
For those K-pop and anime lovers out there, MOCHI Market is your go-to. With over 75+ vendors, K-pop music, maid cafe, and more, there is plenty to see and do in this space. Find the best kawaii gifts and artisan goodies at this market.
As an added bonus, there will be also be a Santa’s Arrival Parade kicking off the day!
When: Nov 22, 12-5pm
Where: Mill Woods Town Centre
The Mom Market: Enjoy Christmas Market
Another Christmas market to add to your list. It’s an afternoon full of holiday cheer with a curated selection of local vendors, festive treats, seasonal decor, and handmade gifts. Shop for some goodies while embracing the holiday spirit with festive music playing as well.
When: Nov 22, 12-4pm
Where: Enjoy Centre – St Albert
Hello Pretty Market: A Very Pretty Holiday
It’ll be a magical weekend before December hits with Hello Pretty’s festive market. Over 80 local vendors, sweet treats, festive cocktails, and more, it’s a warm and cozy shopping event with the prettiest vibes in Edmonton.
Get your tickets here!
When: Nov 29-30, 12-5pm
Where: Enjoy Centre – St Albert
Boundary Market
It’s the most wonderful time of the year with The Boundary Market and Duggan’s Boundary Irish Pub. It’s both a mini market and brunch experience with festive vibes, cozy food, and local makers. Come eat, shop, and celebrate the holiday season early at this event.
When: Nov 30, 11am-3pm
Where: Duggan’s Irish Pub
If you’re looking for some fantastic date ideas this month, check out this round-up of November events in Edmonton.
