Top 9 Christmas Markets In Washington DC

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The stunning capital of the United States of America, Washington DC is a major city that boasts astonishing landmarks, luxurious boutique stores, exquisite restaurants, and modern tourist attractions. Here, you’ll find the legendary United States Capitol and the fascinating Smithsonian Museum. With as many offerings as Washington, you will never run out of things to do here and places to visit. When the winter air starts to envelop the city, and fairy lights begin to appear from one home to another, Christmas Markets emerge in the busiest areas in Washington DC. If you are planning to spend your holiday on this side of the US, here is a list of the top Christmas markets in Washington DC. Feel free to browse below.

1. SWEA Christmas Bazaar

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If you are planning to explore the beautiful city of Washington DC this advent season, be sure to drop by the SWEA Christmas Bazaar and get to buy fantastic gift items that will surely put a smile on the faces of your loved ones. This one-day event invites retailers from everywhere to showcase their goods and make them available to the people of Washington. Here, you can get your hands on those Orrefors glassware that you’ve wanted for a long time now. Also, have a taste of freshly baked bread and some Swedish culinary delights as you explore the bazaar.

SWEA Christmas Bazaar

Address: 2900 K Street NW #100, Washington D.C. 20007

Website: SWEA Christmas Bazaar

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2. The Downtown Holiday Market


From November 27 through December 23 of this year, the Downtown Holiday Market will have its 15th anniversary. Open on a daily, everyone is welcome to explore this paradise of sparkling lights and Christmas ornaments and score some fantastic finds. Whether you are shopping for yourself or for someone else, you will surely find an interesting item here that will make you shell out some cash. Filled with lovely chalets with Christmas carols playing in the background, it is a wonderful place to feel the festive spirit. The Downtown Holiday Market is easy to find as it is within a short distance from the Smithsonian American Art Museum.

The Downtown Holiday Market

Address: F St NW &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States

Website: The Downtown Holiday Market

Opening hours: Nov 27 - Dec 23: 12pm - 8pm (daily)

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3. Junior League of Washington Holiday Shops


Need to do some last-minute shopping? Junior League of Washington Holiday Shops is your go-to for your Christmas presents this advent season. Mark your calendar because this one will open its doors to the public on November 23 and will only last till the next day. Featuring numerous holiday shops, this shopping district is where you’ll find the most fabulous gifts for your loved ones, whether you are looking for some home decor and glassware for your parents, clothing for your best friend, toys for the little ones, or sweet treats to that special someone. To top it all off, this bazaar is organized as a fundraising event that gives back to the communities in Washington DC. What better way to spend this season of giving than by giving back, right?

Junior League of Washington Holiday Shops

Address: 1309 5th St NE, Washington, District of Columbia 20002

Website: Junior League of Washington Holiday Shops

Opening hours: Nov 23: 10am - 6pm; Nov 24: 10am - 5pm

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4. Heurich House Museum Christkindlmarkt


A Christmas market for all ages, nesting in the fascinating Heurich House Museum, this superb shopping site is a unique place to score some gift items for your loved ones. With the museum’s vintage rustic interior design and antique furnishings, you will surely marvel at its beauty after choosing from a variety of artisan goods that are set on the garden area of this mansion. Roughly 40 vendors from Washington and neighboring towns will present their goods in this 18th-century property.

Heurich House Museum Christkindlmarkt

Address: 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036, United States

Website: Heurich House Museum Christkindlmarkt

Opening hours: Dec 6: 4pm - 8pm; Dec 7: 12pm - 8pm; Dec 8: 12pm - 6pm

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Annie Leguennec

Annie Leguennec

My name is Annie. I am a local Tour guide based in Philadelphia enjoying fully what the city has to offer with its deep history, street arts, murals, architecture, traditional food, black history, Farmer Markets, green space, a melting pot of neighborhoods and its great locals. I am looking for to welcome you and show you this incredible city where you will gain a better understanding of the city's rich heritage and its continuing legacy as the birthplace of the United States of America. Book my tour. Explore and learn about this unique city where you will walk on the footsteps of our America's founding Fathers. My tours are conducted in English, French and Italian.

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Stephanie Eley

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I'm a graduate of ITMI, International Tour Management Institute and 17 years as a licensed Tour Director and Program Director. My expertise began in NYC and Washington, DC where I'm a licensed guide and has expanded to Europe, South America, Cuba and the Western / Southwestern National Parks of the US. I'd love to introduce you for a day or a week to Denver, Colorado and the 4 corners region of the US: Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Arizona! Let's GO!! stepheley@gmail.com

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5. Maryland Christmas Show


Nothing compares to the joy of buying Christmas presents for the important people in your life during the yuletide season. With Christmas ornaments decorating the place and the sound of Christmas carols playing in the background, Maryland Christmas Show is a place that you should not miss if you happen to swing by Maryland. This charming Christmas store is now on its 35th season of operation, continuously giving its customers a plethora of gift ideas for many Christmases now. It features the finest artisans in the area to provide you with an unforgettable shopping experience in a setting that is filled with Christmas festive spirit.

Maryland Christmas Show

Address: Frederick County Fairgrounds, 797 East Patrick St. Frederick, Md. 21705

Website: Maryland Christmas Show

Opening hours: Nov 29 - Dec 1; Fri & Sat: 10am - 6pm; Sun: 10am - 5pm

Price: From 4 USD

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6. First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Edition


Start your Christmas holidays with a bang by immersing yourself in the offerings of First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Edition and feeling the festive spirit in this bustling shopping district. Covering the historic streets of Calvert and West Streets, the place will be filled with stalls by local artisans, selling excellent specialty goods. Whether you feel like giving a piece of fabulous jewelry to your special someone or a gorgeous vase for your mom, you have a lot of gift choices in this charming bazaar. Plus, after bagging everything you need and trying out the culinary eats in the Calvert and West Streets, make the most of the experience by watching a high-energy live concert and swaying to the sound of fantastic music.

First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Edition

Address: Calvert and West Streets, Po Box 6295, Annapolis, Maryland 21401

Website: First Sunday Arts Festival Holiday Edition

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7. Holiday Market at Del Ray Artisans


If you’re tired of the typical shopping malls that sell common retail goods, why not check out the Holiday Market at Del Ray Artisans this Christmas season? It is a known fact that most people appreciate art. So, this Christmas might as well give your loved ones a lovely masterpiece that they can admire and put on display in their homes. Made by local artisans, you can choose from a wide selection of products, including intricately designed vases, pieces of jewelry, glassware, clay pots, and papercrafts. What makes this bazaar more wonderful is that a fraction of each artisan’s earnings will be given back to the community by promoting art throughout the area.

Holiday Market at Del Ray Artisans

Address: 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 22301

Website: Holiday Market at Del Ray Artisans

Dates: Dec 6 - Dec 8

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8. Kris Kringle Christmas Market

Posted by Kris Kringle Christmas Market on Thursday, 8 December 2016

A relatively small Christmas market but it is complete with all your needs to celebrate this season of giving. Kris Kringle Christmas Market is a magical paradise of sparkling fairy lights and lovely Christmas ornaments. It is a bazaar that has one of the most beautiful settings near Washington. Lots of vendors sign up every year to participate in this holiday gathering to promote their goods and interact with buyers. It is a brilliant idea to support local retailers. Plus, be sure to bring your kids here. Aside from the enchanting setting, it features a real-life Santa whom they can interact with and take pictures of.

Kris Kringle Christmas Market

Address: Charles County Fair, Maryland, United States

Website: Kris Kringle Christmas Market

Opening hours: 13 Dec - 15 Dec

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9. Glen Echo Park Holiday Art Show & Sale

Posted by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture on Saturday, 4 November 2017

One of the most extended celebrations of the Holiday season in the United States, Glen Echo Park Holiday Art Show & Sale is open from November 23 to January 5. It features a wide variety of Holiday items, from home decor to pieces of jewelry, Christmas ornaments, paintings, to the most unique choices. What’s more interesting about this bazaar is that its sellers are locals of Maryland. Goods are presented in a fabulous setting with bright furnishings and expansive windows that allow lots of natural light for delightful shopping convenience.

Glen Echo Park Holiday Art Show & Sale

Address: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812

Website: Glen Echo Park Holiday Art Show & Sale

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Fall in love with Washington DC this yuletide season

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It is no doubt that Washington DC is one of the most beautiful cities in the United States. Its iconic landmarks and luxurious shopping districts are what enchant tourists from all over the world. Washington DC is extra stunning during the Christmas season, and if you plan to visit this city and spend your holidays in it, you might benefit from this guide of the top Christmas markets. Try to visit as many of them as you can for a memorable yuletide celebration experience.

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