The 23rd annual Sugar Plum Market is back with a Melody of the Season theme. The market features more than 100 vendors for all your gifting needs, while a raffle serves as one of Fort Bend County’s major fundraisers supporting local charities.

10505 Cash Rd

Already bummed about Texas Renaissance Festival wrapping up for the year? Travel back to a different moment in time at the 21st annual Dickens Market, a Victorian-themed Christmas showcase that features 83 booths with crafts and delicious food galore. The proceeds benefit the Cypress Creek Community Chorale, enabling them to present free public concerts in December and May.

6823 Cypresswood Dr

The Velvet Stocking Christmas Market returns to Webster for its 43rd year. Known as one of the longest-running holiday bazaars in the Galveston Bay area, this market brings together local artisans selling handmade fine art and intricate crafts.

311 Pennsylvania Ave

This local holiday staple features more than 270 merchants (25 of whom are new to the market this year), offering everything from home goods, clothes, and seasonal gifts to toys, jewelry, and gourmet food. The market first began in 1981 as a way to help raise funds for the Houston Ballet’s foundation, academy, and scholarship programs. Expect vendors like Pomp and Circumstance Boutique, the Round Top Collection, Bear Creek Smokehouse, and Two Tequila Sisters. Take a glance at the 14-page list of merchants before you go so you’re not overwhelmed.

1 Fannin St

Head over to Big Top in Conroe for the ultimate family affair. The market is made up of handcrafted goods and premanufactured items for every budget. Most vendors are Texas-based. There’s also a diverse array of food options so you can stop for a mid-shopping bite. Whether you’re hungry for a hearty dish or light festival snack, there are lots of options ranging from smoked barbecue to Tex-Mex.

500 Collins St

Katy’s largest gift market includes over 130 unique vendors with plenty of one-of-a-kind gift options. Santa plans to make an appearance, and there will be food and drinks available on the second level of the venue. Kids under 12 get in for free, with strollers allowed for the littles.

6301 S Stadium Ln

Enjoy a day of shopping and sweet giveaways while supporting small, local businesses at this annual event. Guests take a stroll to sample treats from a variety of merchants. This is also a great way to discover the hidden spots, businesses, and other gems of downtown Rosenberg.

2100 Avenue G

This annual holiday market is open to anyone looking for some festive fun, live music, and, of course, shopping from over 70 local makers. Santa has been known to make a surprise visit to take pictures with children and collect letters to bring back to the North Pole, so make sure the kids are ready with their wishes just in case. Keep an eye on the market's Instagram page for more information on the vendors chosen for this year’s pet-friendly event.

714 Yale St

This installment of BLCK Market celebrates both the holidays and the city’s Black community with a day of live music, food and drinks, gifts from local Black-owned businesses, and activities for the whole family. If you’re looking for a gift sooner, the group also hosts several themed and not-themed events every month.

1201 Main St, Ste 101