There’s shopping and then there’s shopping local. When it comes to the holidays in Norfolk, there are plenty of opportunities to check off the items on your shopping list while supporting the small businesses that form the backbone of our community. Here are a few of our favorite upcoming holiday markets for 2024.
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Holiday Yule Log Bonfire and Marketplace
Dec. 7, 2024
Noon – 8 p.m.
Town Point Park
113 Waterside Dr, Norfolk, VA 23510
(757) 441-2345
Price: Free
Filled with plenty of holiday cheer and good tidings, the Holiday Yule Log Bonfire and Christmas Marketplace on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024 is the perfect way to welcome in the holiday season. For one afternoon, Town Point Park along the Downtown Norfolk Waterfront is transformed into a festive outdoor wonderland highlighted by a towering Yule Log Bonfire and also featuring a local artisans market, Christmas caroling, hot chocolate and whiskey tastings, and a visit from the Big Man himself! The event is free (including Santa visits) and open to the public.
Holidays in the Wild: The Virginia Zoo
Dec. 7, 2024
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Virginia Zoo
3500 Granby Street, Norfolk, Va 23504
info@virginiazoo.org
Price: Free with Regular Zoo Admission
The holiday season just got a little more WILD at the Virginia Zoo! Join for some wintertime festivities at the Virginia Zoo’s Holiday Market.
Activities
11:30 a.m.: Animal Ambassador pop up in Event Pavilion
1–3 p.m.: Strolling carolers by Doorway Singers
2 p.m.: Animal Ambassador pop up in Event Pavilion
2:30 p.m.: Raffle prize winner announced
Every person entering the Zoo for the event will be entered into a raffle to win a 30″ Coca-Cola polar bear
Coco-Cola Caravan in the Fountain Plaza
Coca-Cola holiday ornament FREE to first 300 guests
Free photos with Santa
Coca-Cola merch available to purchase via QR code only
Norfolk Animal Care Center at Zoo Entrance
Train Rides ($)
Holiday themed wine options from Waters Edge Winery ($)
Holiday music in the Event Pavilion
Holiday Vendor Market (extra cost)
Holly and Houseplants at Selden Market
Dec. 7, 2024
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
You Don’t Even Grow Here! 757 BST has partnered with Selden Market to present Holly and Houseplants, a Holiday Houseplant and Craft Market, on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.!
Tis the season to dash through the vendor wonderland and deck your halls with some falalalafoliage!
Entry is free and open to the public.
NEON Holiday Market
Dec. 14, 2024
Noon – 4 p.m.
The Plot
776 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510
Price: Prices Vary
Get ready for the holidays and shop local in the NEON District on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024 from noon to 4 p.m. Pop by for live music, food and drinks, handmade goods and local art.
STAGE LINE UP: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. The Singing Santas
Ghent Holiday Market
December 8 2024
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
730 Spotswood Ave.
Norfolk VA
Price: Free
The Ghent neighborhood will host a holiday market on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 730 Spotswood. Santa will be on hand, and there will be live music from Dan Pellegrino, along with 70 vendors for local shopping. Makeup date for bad weather is Dec. 15.
COVA Christmas Market
Dec. 14, 2024
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
COVA Brewing Company
9529 Shore Dr., Norfolk, VA
Price: Free
Haul out the holly, it’s time for the annual Christmas Market at COVA!
Join the fun Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for a fun-filled day celebrating the holiday season! There will be 40+ local craft vendors, a holiday scavenger hunt, food trucks and live music.
Food Trucks include @vb_glazedandinfuzed 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and @losbirriabros 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Winter Solstice Market at Selden
Dec. 21, 2024
7 p.m.
Selden Market
208 E. Main St., Norfolk, VA
Price: Free
Celebrate the longest night of the year with an enchanting evening at Selden Market’s Winter Solstice Market! This special event features:
- Mystical vibes and a magical ambiance.
- Curated vendors with unique handmade goods, art, and more.
- Chill tunes to set the mood.
- Specialty drinks and snacks to keep you cozy.
