We updated our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy on October 7, 2026.
2026 holiday season
18 holiday markets, Christmas bazaars, and craft shows in Durham from Nov 1, 2026 through Christmas Eve.
Every craft fair and market from November 1 through Christmas Eve is listed, since that is when holiday shopping happens. 🎄 Holiday marks the 7 whose name says holiday.
The first Durham holiday fair is Herbal Tea & Cold Drinks at the Black Farmers Market on Nov 1, 2026, and the last is Durham Foodie Fare on Dec 18, 2026. 9 are in November, and 9 in December. Venues this year include 1637 E Lawson St, Golden Belt Arts, Hi-Wire Brewing Durham.
Durham accounts for 18 of the 239 holiday fairs listed in North Carolina. See the North Carolina holiday craft fair list for shows within driving distance, or every Durham craft fair for events outside the holiday window.
Tents, tables, displays, card readers, packaging and signage.
We add new Durham events every week. Get a free email heads-up when fresh fairs and application deadlines go live, whether you are going to shop or sell.
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Pro turns the directory into a way to run your booth business:
No credit card required. $15/mo or $120/yr after.
Durham has 18 holiday craft fairs listed between Nov 1, 2026 and Dec 18, 2026: Herbal Tea & Cold Drinks at the Black Farmers Market (Nov 1, 2026); Golden Belt Artists Winter Market 2026 (Nov 7, 2026); Fall Fest: A Celebration of Creative Entrepreneurs (Nov 13, 2026); 4th Annual Creative Market (Nov 14, 2026); and 14 more.
This season's Durham holiday fairs are at 1637 E Lawson St, Golden Belt Arts, Hi-Wire Brewing Durham, Synergy Fitness for Her and 6 other venues. Each listing has the address and hours.
Booth fees on the Durham holiday fairs that publish them run from $50 to $100. Holiday shows tend to be the most expensive of the year because they draw the biggest crowds.
Most holiday shows close vendor applications one to three months out, so apply early. Open a listing for its application link, and see the North Carolina holiday page for shows in nearby towns.