Arts and Entertainment

Mistletoe Market at Wells Theater

November 23 2024

2 p.m.-7 p.m.
Wells Theater 108 E. Tazewell St., Norfolk, VA Price: Free

Step back in time and celebrate the season in true “Retro Wonderland” flavor with Virginia Stage Company as we proudly partner with local artists, artisans, and crafters for our annual Mistletoe Market!

Happening just before Norfolk’s beloved Grand Illumination Parade, the market will be filled with handmade treasures, a cozy bar serving warm drinks and snacks, and fun activities for the little ones—including photos with Santa himself!

Nestled in the heart of downtown Norfolk, The Wells Theatre is a true hidden gem. This National Historic building still dazzles with its restored original structure—dressed to the nines for the holidays.

And no holiday event would be complete without the sweet sounds of The Doorway Singers! They’ll be spreading cheer as they carol down Tazewell and Granby Streets.

Arrive early to snag a great parking spot and explore our local artisan market—no tickets needed! If you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of one of our most infamous holiday guests: The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come!

VENDORS INCLUDE…

  • The VSC Costumers’ Collection

  • Crystal Liora Designs (Facebook) (Instagram), A collection of unique fluid art paintings and jewelry, where vivid colors blend into expressive, eye-catching pieces that are sure to be a conversation piece.

  • Ryan Clemens’ Christmassy Creature Portraits (Instagram) Playful, one-of-a-kind, miniature portraits of all sorts of charming characters. From alligator to zebra, Ryan’s menagerie is full of spirit animals with Christmas spirit!

  • Noonday Collection (Facebook) (Instagram), Noonday Collection is a people first lifestyle brand that collaborates with artisans in underserved communities to create our selection of soulful goods one handcrafted piece at a time.

  • Spring’s Geeky Crafts (Instagram), Geeky crafts of all kinds, 3D prints, crochet toys, and more.

  • Tinseltown 757 (Facebook) (Instagram), Sparkle like a star! Fairy Mary has dozens of hair tinsel colors to choose from! Get ready for the sparkly fairy hair of your dreams! 💖

  • LA NEIGE HOME DECOR (Facebook) (website), One-of-a-kind coastal themed ornaments and holiday decor

  • Kymela’s Dabblings (online store) Unique items for unique people.

  • Loose Leaf Lettering (Instagram), a wide variety of art prints, flower crowns, stickers, and keychains from across several fandoms and niches.

  • and more!

The Grand Illumination Parade takes place every year, bringing thousands of spectators out to the streets of Downtown Norfolk to take in the beauty, magic, and electric holiday spirit to kick off the season. The theme of this year’s parade is Gingerbread Dreams, so get ready to see the streets filled with all things holiday sweets!

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