The holidays aren’t all about the presents, but things just wouldn’t be the same without gifts under the tree and goodies in stockings. Visit holiday markets across the Highland Lakes to find the perfect something for your family and friends to open on Christmas morning.
Christmas bazaar
Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
17534 Texas 29 East in Buchanan Dam
The Buchanan Art Gallery‘s annual Christmas bazaar also includes a bake sale. It’s a sales-tax-free day.
Christmas at the Barn
Various days through Dec. 23
Green Acres, 6038 Texas 71 in Spicewood
Grab your gifts in the Hill Country with a visit to Green Acres’ annual market, Christmas at the Barn. The glamping venue offers shoppers a rural escape and unique experience just outside of Spicewood. Mark your calendars for noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 16 for a chance to meet Santa Claus.
Horseshoe Bay Holidaze
5:30- 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3
7405 FM 2147 near Bay Pharmacy in Horseshoe Bay
Dozens of vendors set up shop for a weekday market in the heart of Horseshoe Bay. Listen to live music, meet Santa Claus, and stick around until dark for the lighting of the city’s Christmas tree.
Hill Country Cowboy Christmas
10 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 5-14
John L. Kuykendall Event Center, 2200 RR 152 West in Llano
Shop vendors during the day and enjoy goat roping at night in this Western-style holiday extravaganza.
A Dickens of a Christmas market
Dec. 7
Downtown Llano
Get your Christmas shopping done in a Dickensian wonderland on Llano’s historic square. The city comes alive for its annual “A Christmas Carol”-themed celebration with a market, carriage rides, costume contests, games, and more.
Bertram Country Christmas
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 7
Downtown Bertram
Christmas goes country in Bertram. Visit the city’s cozy downtown and shop dozens of vendors to the tune of live music while “snow” falls, reindeer run, and a parade drums up the fun.
Market Day on Main Street
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 7
Main Street in Marble Falls
The regular market in downtown Marble Falls takes on an extra glow around the holidays, bringing a bounty of handcrafted and locally sourced goods that make perfect gifts. After visiting the market, you can shop, dine, sip, and stroll through the city’s beautiful downtown. Don’t forget to stop at Walkway of Lights in Lakeside Park.
Gift Bazaar and Concert
2-5 p.m. Dec. 12
Marble Falls Public Library, 101 Main St.
The shopping bazaar opens at 2 p.m. Music begins at 4 p.m. Perfect for unique gift shopping in a holiday atmosphere.
Marble Falls Handmade Holiday Market
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 14
618 Avenue L in Marble Falls
The Marble Falls Holiday Market offers one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts from local artisans. Shop, enjoy a warm beverage, and sit down for a meal. Items include woodcarved pieces, candles, decorations, soap, lotion, art, baked goods, and more. A portion of the vendor fees goes to the Senior Activity Center.
Christmas on the Square market
Noon to 9 p.m. Dec. 14
Downtown Burnet
Burnet goes all out for Christmas with its annual celebration on the courthouse square. The all-day affair features vendors, a parade, photos with Santa and the Grinch, chances for prizes, artificial snow, music, and more.