Holiday Mart
Visitors can browse a festive merchandise market filled with gifts, clothing, accessories, and holiday and home decor from local vendors. Hearty dining options are available on site at the Bruins Bistro, offering dishes like BBQ nachos, taco soup, chicken salad croissants, and refreshments.
What to Expect
Large annual school fundraiser featuring local shopping vendors and Bruins Bistro.
Event Details
Ages
Adults only for Preview Party and Sip N Shop; strollers allowed during general admission hours.
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
University School of Jackson Parents’ Club
Food & Drink
Bruins Bistro serves BBQ nachos, taco soup, chicken salad on a croissant, pimento cheese sandwiches, and a sausage and cheese plate, alongside Coca-Cola products.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and families
Vibe
Festive and social
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General admission: $15.
- Hours: Friday 9:00 am–5:00pm; Saturday 9:00 am–5:00pm; Sunday 12:00–4:00 pm.
- Parking: Free parking is available at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Additional parking is at First United Methodist Church, with a shuttle from the church parking lot to the Civic Center entrance.
- Accessibility: Strollers are welcome during general admission hours.
Tips & Advice
- Buy Preview Party or Sip N Shop tickets in advance, because special event tickets sell out quickly and are only sold at the door if any remain.
- Leave the kids and strollers at home for the Preview Party and Sip N Shop, since both evening events are grown-up only affairs.
- If the Civic Center lot is full, park at First United Methodist Church and take the shuttle that runs to the Civic Center entrance.
- Take a break at the Bruins Bistro for BBQ nachos, taco soup, chicken salad croissants or pimento cheese sandwiches, washed down with a Coca-Cola product.
- You can buy general admission tickets at the door, so a shopping-day visit doesn't need to be booked ahead the way the special events do.
Special Events & Promotions
- Preview Party opens Holiday Mart on Thursday, November 19. It's adults only, needs a separate ticket and is sponsored by Robinson Toyota.
- Sip N Shop evening event with its own ticket. It's adults only and sponsored by Susan Cox Development.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my kids and a stroller?
Yes, strollers are welcome during general admission hours. The Preview Party and Sip N Shop are for grown-ups only, so kids and strollers sit those out.
Where do I park?
Parking at the Carl Perkins Civic Center is free. There's more parking at First United Methodist Church, with a shuttle from the church lot to the Civic Center entrance.
What food is available?
The Bruins Bistro serves BBQ nachos, taco soup, chicken salad on a croissant, pimento cheese sandwiches and a sausage and cheese plate. It also has Coca-Cola products.
Can I get tickets at the door?
General admission tickets are sold at the door. Special event tickets are only sold at the door if the event hasn't sold out, and they tend to sell out quickly.
How can I become a merchant?
Email usjholidaymart@usjbruins.org if you'd like to sell at next year's Holiday Mart. There's also a New Merchant Information page.
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