Love shopping local for the holidays? Then you won't find a better place than Florida to call home. From locally made crafts to art, fashion, food, and more, you'll find countless inspired, creative gift ideas at local markets in Florida communities during the holiday season this year. Our brokers have more on the best places for finding unique gifts and locally made Florida treasures, just in time for the holidays.

Local Shopping and Artisans: Best Spots for Unique Finds in Florida

WinterFest – Cocoa Beach, FL

Address: Downtown Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

WinterFest is a Cocoa Beach holiday event that offers shopping and so much more, taking place on December 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The event features local shopping, live entertainment, holiday games for kids, photos with Santa, and fun surprises like elves on stilts roaming the streets. This event is free to attend, and parking is available nearby.

Art & Craft Holiday Bazaar – Cocoa Village, FL

Address: Downtown Cocoa Village, FL

Get ready for a full weekend of holiday shopping at the Art & Craft Holiday Bazaar in Cocoa Village, where the whole downtown is transformed into one big holiday market. There will be more than 200 vendors with their own booths, offering a dazzling selection of gifts made in Florida. You'll also find food trucks, live music, and fun activities for kids all day at the Taylor Park playground. This free event takes place December 6-7, 2025.

Holiday Market at St. Augustine Beach – St. Augustine Beach, FL

Address: 350 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080

Living in Florida means that you get to do holiday shopping on the waterfront in comfort, and that's exactly what you'll find with the Holiday Market at St. Augustine Beach, which is hosted at the Pier on December 13, 2025. The market features an extensive collection of local vendors offering unique, handcrafted gifts, as well as fun activities for the whole family. Kids love visiting the Grinch photo booth, checking out all of the cool holiday light displays, and sampling delicious festive treats.

Holiday Market at Lightner Museum – St. Augustine, FL

Address: 75 King St., St. Augustine, FL 32084

The annual Holiday Market at Lightner Museum returns once again on December 4, 2025, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. It's a fantastic place to pick up gifts made in St. Augustine, with a great mix of different products and types of gifts to explore. The market will feature more than 35 locally based vendors, offering everything from holiday crafts to handmade art and gifts for kids. After you shop, save some time to explore the museum, which is housed in an elegant 1800s hotel and features an outstanding collection of art.

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