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Mistletoe Market

Visitors can shop from an array of artisan vendors and regional crafters set to festive seasonal music. The event features delicious treats, specialty libations, and a gourmet hot chocolate station. Children can bring their holiday wish lists to drop into Santa's mailbox, and onsite gift wrapping is available.

What to Expect

Free artisan craft market with a gourmet hot chocolate station.

Event Details

Food & Drink

The market offers delicious treats, specialty libations, and a gourmet hot chocolate station.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Bridge View Center
102 Church St., Ottumwa, IA 52501
Ottumwa, IA

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free admission. Onsite gift wrapping is available for a free-will donation.
  • Hours: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring children’s completed letters to Santa so they can leave them in the market’s mailbox for delivery.
  • Visit in the morning if seeing Santa matters, since his special appearance is scheduled for that part of the market.
  • Set aside time to browse artisan vendors and connect with area crafters, the market’s central shopping activity.
  • Bring money for a free-will donation if you want to use the onsite gift-wrapping service.
  • Treat Breakfast with Santa as a separate session rather than assuming it is part of the market.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free admission to Mistletoe Market.
  • Santa makes a special appearance on the morning of the market.
  • Breakfast with Santa is a separate session on the morning of the market.
  • Onsite gift wrapping is available for a free-will donation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I shop for at Mistletoe Market?

The market features artisan vendors and regional crafters, with seasonal music, specialty libations, treats, and a gourmet hot chocolate station.

Can children take part in a holiday activity?

Children can bring letters to Santa for delivery to his mailbox.

Will Santa be there?

Santa makes a special appearance on the morning of the market.

Is food and drink available?

Treats, specialty libations, and gourmet hot chocolate are available.

Can I have a purchase gift-wrapped?

Onsite gift wrapping is available for a free-will donation.

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team