Illustration of a christmas market scene (Holly Jolly Holiday Fair)
Christmas Markets

Holly Jolly Holiday Fair

Visitors can browse around 200 booths offering handmade, holiday, and vintage items alongside savory treats from food and dessert trucks. Entertainment throughout the weekend includes performances by acapella groups, soloists, dancers, DJs, and magicians. Guests can also join DIY classes hosted by artists and meet Santa for photos.

What to Expect

Holiday market with 200 handmade and vintage booths and live entertainment

Event Details

Ages

All ages (Children under 8 free Sunday only; infants in carriers free)

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Holly Jolly Holiday Fair

Food & Drink

Local food and drink trucks and food vendors offer savory treats, desserts, and sweets.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Anderson Civic Center
3027 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Anderson, SC 29625
Anderson, SC
29625

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Friday: $15. Saturday: $8. Sunday: $8. Children under 8 are free on Sunday only. Every person requires a ticket because attendance is limited, except infants carried in a baby carrier. DIY classes require separate tickets; no class price is stated. – Get tickets
  • Hours: Friday 3-9p; Saturday 9-6p; Sunday 11-5p.

Tips & Advice

  • Buy tickets online ahead of time, because attendance is capped and no tickets are sold at the door for times that have already sold out.
  • Bring little ones on Sunday, when kids under 8 get in free and you can get free professional pictures with Santa.
  • Snap a picture at the exit with the re-entry sign so you can come back free on Sunday without buying another ticket.
  • Get DIY class tickets before your visit, since the hands-on classes with the artisans need their own ticket on top of admission.
  • Come hungry, since food trucks, food vendors and a big selection of sweets are there all weekend alongside the booths.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Friday VIP Night: first dibs on the booths, live music, VIP specials and a free glass of wine or coffee (limited tickets)
  • Friday VIP Night extras: free canvas shopping bag, gift wrapping station and custom hand-lettered gift tags
  • Saturday: DIY classes with the artisans (separate tickets required)
  • Sunday: princess meet-and-greet with story time, plus a magic show
  • Sunday: free professional pictures with Santa, and kids under 8 get in free

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do kids need their own ticket?

Yes. Attendance is limited, so every person needs a ticket. Infants carried in a baby carrier don't need one, and kids under 8 get in free on Sunday only.

What do you get on Friday VIP Night?

VIP Night gets you first dibs on the 200 handmade, holiday and vintage booths, plus live music and VIP specials all night. You also get a glass of wine or coffee, a canvas shopping bag, gift wrapping and custom hand-lettered gift tags, all free.

What is there to eat?

Food, drink and dessert trucks are there all weekend, along with food vendors. Save room for the big selection of sweets.

Can I come back on another day with the same ticket?

Yes, for Sunday. Take a picture at the exit or the photo booth with the re-entry sign and you get back in free on Sunday. Friday ticket holders need a new ticket for Saturday.

How can I get involved as a vendor or helper?

Vendor applications are open, and there's a vendor interest form. You can also join the Elf Squad as a volunteer and earn Jolly merch and Jolly Bucks to spend at the fair.

Tags

holiday markethandmade craftsartisanal productsSanta visitsfestive foodlive musicfamily friendlyholiday shoppingcommunity celebrationseasonal activities

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team