Christmas season in Washington, D.C. wouldn't be complete without a visit to a holiday market next to the National Portrait Gallery. The market takes over two entire blocks of F Street NW between 7th to 9th Streets NW. With over 70 vendors selling various crafts and handmade art on the festive days from the end of November till Christmas, this fair is a good place for holiday shopping.
Dozens of artists from the Washington D.C. area put their works, which include collages, illustrations paintings, and photography on display. There are also ceramics, pottery, jewelry, glass, woodworking, apparel, and wonderful textiles. Every item on display could be a perfect gift for your friends and family.
Holiday Market features exhibits, movies, festive food, and great performers that play in various genres—from rock to salsa. Stop by the Christmas Market to hear oldies, classic rock and pop favorites by bands like 49 Cent Dress, All New Genetically Altered Jug Band, Alpha Dog Acoustic Blues, and more. Listen to ethnic tunes by bands like Afro Nuevo that plays Latin Jazz, cha-cha, guajira, and son. The 2020 music will be played live on the Market Screen and then posted on the YouTube channel.
Don't forget to warm up with a cup of hot cocoa and try delicious Christmas foods, like delicious hot mini donuts that come right out of the oven. Also, there are German sausages, pretzels, hot mulled cider, and seasonal favorites like stollen and German gingerbreads.
Practical info
When is the Downtown Holiday Market held?
The Downtown Holiday Market runs from the last week of November until Christmas every year, with opening hours varying from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays and from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays. The market is an ideal location for Christmas shopping, with over 70 vendors displaying and selling handmade art and crafts to visitors. Show more
What is the location of the Downtown Holiday Market?
Located in the heart of Washington D.C., the Downtown Holiday Market spans two blocks of F Street NW from 7th to 9th Streets NW, with convenient access for visitors via public transportation services such as the Metrobus and the Metrorail. The market is easily accessible and showcases the best of local handmade art and crafts. Show more
What goods are available for purchase at the Downtown Holiday Market?
With over 70 different vendors, the Downtown Holiday Market offers visitors a wide range of handmade art and crafts such as ceramics, glass, jewelry, woodworking, textiles, and apparel. Additionally, the market showcases the works of artists from the Washington D.C. area in various mediums including collages, illustrations, paintings, and photography. Show more
What kind of music is played at the Holiday Market?
The Downtown Holiday Market features live music in several genres with performances by various bands, including 49 Cent Dress, Alpha Dog Acoustic Blues, and Afro Nuevo. Music played ranges from rock to Latin Jazz and cha-cha. In 2020, the market music will be broadcasted live on the Market Screen and YouTube. Show more
What Christmas-themed foods are available at the Holiday Market?
To savor the warm Christmas spirit, visitors can enjoy various festive foods at the Downtown Holiday Market, including German sausages, pretzels, hot mulled cider, stollen, gingerbreads, and fresh mini donuts. Guests may also warm up to a cup of hot cocoa while discovering and purchasing goods from the variety of vendors. Show more
