Nov 14, 2025
Holiday Craft Markets on the Peaceful Side
Written by: Emily Huffstetler
Whether you’re hunting for a gift from the heart, a new ornament for the tree or just a little extra holiday cheer, local makers have you covered. Here’s a preview of holiday markets on the Peaceful Side.
November 15 – Maryville Farmers’ Market Holly Day Market
The Maryville Farmers’ Market wraps up the 2025 season with the Holly Day Market at Founders Square in downtown Maryville. From 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., you’ll find late-fall produce, baked goods, specialty foods and booths stocked with ornaments, artwork and other handmade gifts. This is the final market of the year.
November 15 – Holiday Handcrafters Fair
The Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center in Townsend hosts the Holiday Handcrafters Fair from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Artisans will set up across the grounds with pottery, textiles, fine art and seasonal pieces, all made in the region. Admission is free, and shoppers can wander through the marketplace at their own pace.
November 29 – Downtown Maryville Holiday Market
On Small Business Saturday, the Downtown Maryville Holiday Market fills Broadway Avenue with more than 150 artisan booths. Beginning at 10 a.m., shoppers can walk the length of downtown and browse everything from jewelry and woodwork to candles and Christmas décor. Families can also look for “Candy Cane Lane,” a row of free children’s activities along the street.
December 4–6 – Santa Mouse Christmas House Arts & Crafts Show and Sale
The Santa Mouse Christmas House returns to Dotson Memorial Baptist Church in Maryville for a three-day sale organized by the Blount County Arts and Crafts Guild. Over 50 artists and craftsmen bring jewelry, wood pieces, textiles, home décor and holiday items. Hours run 10 a.m.–5 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Saturday.
December 6 – Foothills Holiday Market
The Foothills Holiday Market marks its 10th year at Smithview Pavillion in Maryville. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., vendors set up indoors and out with handmade gifts, seasonal décor and food items. It’s a small, single-day market that works well for wrapping up holiday shopping close to home.
Make Your Own Holiday Gifts
If you have the time, why not get a little crafty yourself? Here are some upcoming holiday classes where you can make a gift yourself—or sit down with someone you love and create something together.
- November 16 – Traditional Holiday Wreath, 2–4 p.m.
- November 20 – Holiday Bow Making, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- November 15 – Watercolor Card Class: Bear and Cardinal, 12:30–3 p.m.
- November 21 – Wood Burning: Cardinal Ornaments (Set of 3), 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- November 28 – Needle-Felted Ornaments, 12:30–3 p.m. and 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- November 29 – Needle-Felted Ornaments, 12:30–3 p.m.
- December 5 – Watercolor Christmas Card, 1–3:30 p.m. and 5–7:30 p.m.
- December 11 – Needle-Felt Snowman Class, 2–4:30 p.m.
- December 12 – Needle-Felt Snowman Class, 5:30–8 p.m.
- December 13 – Collage Christmas Card, 12:30–3 p.m. and 5–7:30 p.m.
- November 23 – Reindeer, 2–4 p.m.
- November 23 – Santa Gnome, 4:30–6 p.m.
- November 30 – Winter Village Apothecary, 3–6 p.m.
- December 13 – Snowman Mug, 2–4 p.m.
- December 14 – Santa’s Milk and Cookies Set, 2–4 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center
- November 17 – Holiday Herbals Class with Herbalist Debbie Dickie, 10:15 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Born and raised in Maryville, Tennessee, with roots tracing back to Cades Cove, Emily Huffstetler is a proud Maryville College graduate and passionate storyteller of the Greater Smokies region.