BLOOMINGTON – The holiday season is set to officially kick off in Bloomington with the annual Holiday Market returning to Showers Common at 401 North Morton Street this Saturday, November 29.
The event, which runs from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., offers a festive, one-stop shop for unique holiday gifts and features a full day of live entertainment and activities for the whole family. Admission is free.
The market, which coincides with Small Business Saturday, is the final event of the Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market season and features a wide array of local vendors:
- Farm Products: Seasonal and locally grown foods.
- Artisans & Makers: Handcrafted arts, fine crafts, and unique gifts.
- Food & Beverage: Prepared artisan foods and drinks from local small businesses.
Schedule of Holiday Cheer and Entertainment
Attendees can shop while enjoying a non-stop lineup of seasonal music, performances, and family-friendly visits:
| Time | Event & Activity | Details |
| 10:00 a.m. | Holiday Market Opens | Browse gifts from over 50 local vendors and artisans. |
| 10:30–11:30 a.m. | Bloomington Chamber Singers | Enjoy traditional holiday carols and choral arrangements. |
| 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. | Visits with St. Nick and Mrs. Claus | A perfect opportunity for holiday photos and for children to share their wish lists. |
| 11:30 a.m. | Constellation Stage & Screen | A special performance featuring songs from A Christmas Story: The Musical. |
| 12:00–1:00 p.m. | Tango with Winnie | Holiday tunes performed with a festive, Argentine tango twist. |
| 1:30–2:30 p.m. | O2R Blues Band | Enjoy classic holiday tunes performed with a bluesy twist. |
| 3:00 p.m. | Holiday Market Closes | The 2025 Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market season officially concludes. |
The event is hosted by the City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation.
