Merry Marketplace 2026
Visitors can explore a curated lineup of local and regional vendors offering holiday décor, unique gifts, clothing, and jewelry. Guests can browse vendor booths for fashion, food, and seasonal items in a festive market setting.
What to Expect
The Junior League of Odessa's signature holiday shopping market and fundraiser
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Junior League of Odessa
Food & Drink
Ticketed special events include a hot brunch with champagne and a cash bar at Sip & Shop, breakfast at Breakfast with Santa, and hors d’oeuvres, drink tickets, and a cash bar at the 21+ Premier Shopping Party.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers, with a family-friendly santa breakfast
Vibe
Festive and sociable
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: General Admission: $11.00. A ticket is required for each stroller or wagon brought into Merry Marketplace; stroller and wagon tickets are available Saturday and Sunday only. No strollers or wagons are permitted Friday, November 6. – Get tickets
Tips & Advice
- Leave the stroller or wagon at home on Friday, since they are only allowed on Saturday and Sunday with an extra ticket.
- Buy your tickets in person at the Ector County Coliseum Box Office on a weekday to avoid the online fees.
- Get the 3-Day Pass if you plan to shop more than one day, since it also covers a cart, wagon or stroller.
- Get Sip & Shop brunch tickets early, because only a limited number of individual tickets are sold for the new Friday morning event.
- For Breakfast with Santa, buy a ticket for every adult and every child, because everyone in the family needs one.
Special Events & Promotions
- Premier Shopping Party on Thursday, November 5 (21+, separate ticket): shop selected vendors before the public opening, with two drink tickets, heavy hors d'oeuvres and live music.
- Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, November 7: breakfast, children's activities and photos with Santa. Every adult and child needs a ticket.
- A 3-Day Pass covers all the shopping days and includes a cart, wagon or stroller.
- Sponsor packages offer exclusive shopping and reserved brunch tables at Sip & Shop.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a stroller or wagon?
Not on Friday, November 6. Strollers and wagons are allowed on Saturday and Sunday, and each one needs its own ticket.
What can I shop for?
Local and regional vendors sell gifts, holiday décor, clothing, jewelry, fashion and food.
Can I buy tickets without paying online fees?
Yes. Buy them in person at the Ector County Coliseum Box Office on weekdays. It closes daily for lunch.
Is there anything just for kids?
Yes. Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, November 7, includes breakfast, children's activities and photos with Santa. Adults and children each need a ticket.
Can I bring kids to the Premier Shopping Party?
No. The Premier Shopping Party is 21+, and no children or strollers are allowed.
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