St. Nicholas Market
Visitors can browse one-of-a-kind gifts and handmade goods from dozens of indoor and outdoor artists and artisans. The event features photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, food from St. Nik’s Smokehaus, and a benefit drawing for unique handcrafted items. Guests can also contribute to the holiday food drive kick-off by dropping off non-perishable donations at the entrance.
What to Expect
Holiday market supporting local artisans, non-profits, and community outreach ministries.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Temple
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Christ Episcopal Church
Food & Drink
St. Nik’s Smokehaus serves lunch, and listed vendors include baked-goods sellers and Sunny’s Lemonade; Smokehaus proceeds support local outreach.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Local gift shoppers and families
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free entry.
- Hours: 9 AM to 4 PM.
- Pets: Furry friends are welcome to get their photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Tips & Advice
- Bring your own camera for the photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and bring your dog along too if you want them in the picture.
- Pack a few non-perishable food items before you leave home so you can drop them at the food drive donation area on your way in.
- Come on Saturday if you want the full market, since that's when 15+ outdoor vendors set up on the church lawn and in the community garden lot.
- Plan to eat lunch at St. Nik's Smokehaus while you shop, because every dollar spent there goes to local outreach.
- Buy a few chances in the Jingle Bell Draw for a shot at handmade prizes while helping provide holiday meals for Bell County families.
Special Events & Promotions
- The CTLC Holiday Food Drive kicks off at the market, with a donation area at the entrance for non-perishable items.
- Jingle Bell Draw: buy chances to win handmade items, with proceeds going to the holiday food drive.
- Outdoor market on Saturday, with 15+ more vendors on the church lawn and in the community garden lot across the street.
- Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and pets are welcome in the picture.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we get photos with Santa?
Yes. Bring a camera and get your photo taken with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Furry friends are welcome in the photo too.
Is there food at the market?
Grab lunch at St. Nik's Smokehaus. All of the proceeds support local outreach.
How can I help with the holiday food drive?
The market kicks off the CTLC Holiday Food Drive. Bring non-perishable items and drop them at the donation area on your way in.
What is the Jingle Bell Draw?
It's a benefit drawing. You buy chances to win unique, handmade items, and the proceeds help the CTLC Holiday Food Drive provide more than 2,000 holiday meals to Bell County families.
Who benefits when I shop here?
Every purchase supports local artists and artisans and the local outreach ministries of Christ Episcopal Church. Local non-profits also take part in the market.
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