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Prepare for the holidays with these local markets and pop-ups

The holidays are just around the corner in Columbia, South Carolina, and these local vendors are offering food, drinks, and decor perfect for each seasonal festivity.

Soda City

You may recognize the term Soda City the most from Soda City Market — Columbia’s local, Saturday vendor market. | Photo by @brett.cr3

Whether you’re stuffing the turkey or decking the halls, these local holiday markets are showcasing the best of Columbia’s vendors, makers, and artists.

  • Soda City Market | Each Saturday | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Soda City Market | Find holiday home decor like table settings or tree ornaments at one of the most popular markets in Cola.
  • Hops & Shops | Sunday, Nov. 10 | 12-4 p.m. | Columbia Craft Brewery | Round out your weekend with 30+ local vendors in a family-friendly atmosphere.
  • Vista Lights | Thursday, Nov. 21 | 6-10 p.m. | Along Gervais Street | This local tradition is back in its 39th year with shopping, holiday lights, and art galleries.
  • Tinsel Toast | Friday, Nov. 22 | 6-9 p.m. | Re•Find | Find vintage clothes, antique decor, and food trucks at this holiday edition of Night Shift.
  • Bierkeller Weihnachtsmarkt | Saturday, Nov. 30-Sunday, Dec. 22 | 12-7 p.m. | Bierkeller Columbia | Sip a cup of Glühwein or hot chocolate, browse vendors, and listen to live holiday music each Saturday and Sunday.
  • DDSN Holiday Market | Thursday, Dec. 5 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Along Harden Street Extension | Find a selection of accessories and home decorations, with many items being created by individuals in the disabled or special needs community.
  • Junior League of Columbia’s Holiday Market | Thursday, Dec. 5-Sunday, Dec. 8 | South Carolina State Fairgrounds | Purchase a general admission ticket and gain access to 160+ local merchants, a holiday ball, and photo opportunities.
  • Midlands Clay Arts Society | Friday, Dec. 6-Saturday, Dec. 7 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Storm Waters Studio | Meet 35+ local artists who will be selling their handmade creations.
  • Y’all-Mart Yalliday Market | Sunday, Dec. 8 | 1-5 p.m. | Art Bar | Shop for the holidays with some southern charm at the final market of the year.
  • Holiday Market | Sunday, Dec. 15 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Azalea Coffee Bar | Start your Sunday with local vendors, a DJ, and plenty of craft coffee.

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