Mat-Su Holiday Marketplace
Visitors can browse more than 100 mini specialty shops showcasing creations by Alaskan artists and craftsmen. Offerings include handmade jewelry, original artwork, clothing, home décor, and specialty treats. The festive indoor shopping experience is hosted directly on the center's artificial turf soccer field.
What to Expect
Over 100 mini specialty shops featuring Alaskan artists and craftsmen.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Specialty treats are among the offerings.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday gift shoppers and families
Vibe
Festive and practical
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $5 admission; kids ages 12 and under are free; Sunday is free for Military with ID or anyone who brings two cans of food to a local food bank.
- Hours: Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 11am-5pm.
- Parking: Free parking is available at the sports center.
Tips & Advice
- Use the sports center’s free parking; the event page says spaces are plentiful and easy to access.
- If you visit Sunday, bring two cans of food for the local food bank to qualify for free admission.
- Military visitors can receive free Sunday admission by showing ID, so bring valid identification if using this offer.
- Wear comfortable shoes for browsing more than 100 shops across the indoor artificial-turf soccer field.
- Children ages 12 and under enter free, so families can factor that admission offer into their visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children ages 12 and under enter free.
- Sunday admission is free for military visitors with ID.
- Sunday admission is free for anyone bringing two cans of food for a local food bank.
- This year's early event date gives shoppers a head start on holiday shopping.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I browse at the marketplace?
More than 100 specialty shops feature work by Alaskan artists and craftspeople, including jewelry, artwork, clothing, home décor, and treats.
Are there food options?
Vendors offer specialty treats.
Is admission free for children?
Yes, children ages 12 and under enter free.
Are there other free-admission offers?
On Sunday, admission is free for military visitors with ID and for anyone bringing two cans of food for a local food bank.
Can I apply to sell at the marketplace?
Yes. Vendor registration is available online, and vendors can access an event packet with participation information.
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