Christmas Carousel
Guests explore a holiday market hall filled with a juried selection of merchants from across Texas offering diverse goods. The festive weekend includes seasonal signature events, ranging from product showcases to children's activities and receptions.
What to Expect
Juried holiday shopping market featuring merchants from across Texas.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Organizer
Junior League of Abilene
Food & Drink
Food and drink are offered at specific ticketed events: the Sugar Plum Soirée includes dinner, Sweet Shoppe Debut includes assorted desserts and two drink tickets for holiday cocktails, and Santa's Stories and Sweets includes a cookie and make-your-own candy salad.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and families with young children
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
Tips & Advice
- Buy Market Hall tickets through the Abilene Convention Center, as that is where the event directs visitors for those tickets.
- If you want to attend a signature event, check its separate ticket details because the event offers several distinct activities.
- Children attending Santa’s Stories and Sweets need their own ticket; parents and older children not joining story time need regular Market Hall access.
- Merchants interested in exhibiting should submit the online application promptly because space in each category is limited.
- Choose the November 7 or November 8 Santa session carefully, since the ticket for the latter is valid only for that day’s seating.
Special Events & Promotions
- The Sugar Plum Soirée on November 5 is an exclusive style show with dinner.
- A group can book a Sugar Plum Soirée table for eight; VIP tables include wine and vendor gift bags.
- The Sweet Shoppe Debut on November 5 is a separately ticketed early-access preview with desserts and drink tickets.
- Children can book Santa’s Stories and Sweets on November 7 or 8; the ticket includes the child’s Market Hall access afterward, while accompanying adults need regular Market Hall access.
- A Louis Vuitton purse raffle is drawn on November 8; winners need not be present.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Christmas Carousel include?
Guests can attend the Market Hall and signature events throughout the weekend.
How do I get tickets for the Market Hall?
Market Hall tickets can be purchased directly through the Abilene Convention Center.
Can merchants apply to take part?
Yes. Christmas Carousel is a juried show, and merchants can submit an online application. Space in each merchandise category is limited.
What happens at Santa’s Stories and Sweets?
Children have story time with Santa and a cookie, make a candy salad and receive a goodie bag. Santa is also available for pictures and Christmas lists.
What is included in the Sugar Plum Soirée?
The style show features vendors and a commentated product showcase with dinner service.
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