Junior League of Indianapolis Holiday Mart
Holiday Mart features a curated marketplace of small business merchants offering clothing, jewelry, handbags, gourmet foods, art, home décor, and children's items. Managed entirely by Junior League of Indianapolis volunteers, the shopping event serves as the organization's largest annual community fundraiser. Guests can also take advantage of complimentary coat and bag check services during their visit.
What to Expect
Annual Junior League fundraiser featuring small business merchants and specialty shopping.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Junior League of Indianapolis
Food & Drink
Gourmet foods are among the merchandise for sale.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers looking for gifts and specialty goods
Vibe
Festive and bustling
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General Admission pre-sale: $12 until 9/25; $15 from 9/25 through 11/19. General Admission at the door: $20 on 11/20 and 11/21. – Get tickets
- Hours: November 20: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; November 21: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Parking: Parking is available through the Indiana State Fairgrounds for $10 per vehicle.
- Accessibility: Wheelchairs are available upon request.
Tips & Advice
- Buy general admission tickets in advance, because pre-sale tickets cost less than tickets bought at the door.
- Use the free bag check to drop off purchases as you shop so you aren't carrying everything through the pavilion.
- Leave your coat at the free coat check when you arrive so your hands are free for shopping.
- Plan for the Fairgrounds per-vehicle parking fee, which you still pay on Shoppers Eve before using the free valet at the front steps.
- If you want to shop Shoppers Eve, buy that ticket separately, because general admission tickets don't cover it.
Special Events & Promotions
- Shoppers Eve returns in 2026 as a separate evening session on Thursday, November 19, and it needs its own ticket.
- Free valet parking at the Blue Ribbon Pavilion front steps on Shoppers Eve only.
- This is the 55th annual Holiday Mart.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of merchants are there?
Small business merchants sell clothing, jewelry, handbags, gourmet foods, art, home décor and children's items.
What is Shoppers Eve?
It's an evening shopping session on the Thursday before general admission, and it's back for 2026. It needs its own ticket, and free valet parking is available at the front steps of the Blue Ribbon Pavilion.
Is there a coat or bag check?
Yes, both are free. You can drop off your shopping bags as you go so you don't have to carry everything.
Where do I park?
Park through the Indiana State Fairgrounds, which charges a fee per vehicle. On Shoppers Eve, free valet is available at the Blue Ribbon Pavilion's front steps after you pay the Fairgrounds vehicle fee.
Where does the money go?
Holiday Mart is the Junior League of Indianapolis's largest fundraiser. It raises money for the League's community projects and programs, and it is run entirely by JLI volunteers.
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