Holiday Shopping in Forsyth County: Crafts, Bazaar & Showcase Events

Holiday Shopping in Forsyth County: Crafts, Bazaars & Showcase Events

The first weekend of November kicks off a weekend of some great holiday shopping in Forsyth County! It’s the kick off to lots of great craft events, bazaars and holiday showcases to start snatching up some local gifts for the holiday season. And it’s just the beginning – from here on out, the weekends will be filled with holiday shopping!
Don’t forget you can “Shop Local. Give Local” this Holiday Season – through these events AND through our Holiday Gift Guide. The 2013 Holiday Gift Guide is a great resource – full of ideas AND Cumming Local discounts for your holiday gift giving!
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NOTE: This is ONLY the beginning!! We’ll continue to update this post as new events are added to our calendar. If your organization has an event to add, please remember to Submit it to our Calendar of Events so we can share with our readers.
*Please Note: Events may change at any time. We do our best to make every effort that events listed are current and with correct information; however, links and contact information is provided so you may confirm prior to your visit. We don’t want you mad at us during the holidays!

Friday, November 1st:

Holiday Showcase at Creekside UMC: 9am to 3pm. Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming GA. Holiday Shopping Showcase and Kickin’ Chicken Cookout. Over 70 vendors providing gift & home decor items. Click here for more information. (Friday & Saturday Event)
Team Kate Holiday Bazaar: 5pm to 9pm. 13560 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta GA. This sale is located in Alpharetta, but funds raised will benefit local resident – Kate Service. Shopping, Food, & Fun. 18 and over only. $10.00 admission includes “mocktails” and hors d’oeuvres Click here for more information. (Free Event on Saturday)

Saturday, November 2nd:

Christmas Bazaar at Cumming First United Methodist: 8:30am to 1pm. 770 Canton Hwy, Cumming GA. Handmade Gifts, Bakery Shop, Breakfast with Santa, Children’s Shop & More. Click here for more information.
Bethlehem Baptist Church Fall Bazaar: 9am to 7pm. 5528 Post Road, Cumming GA. Cake Walk, Silent Auction & country store – featuring homemade goods, crafts & gifts. Food also available for purchase.
Holiday Showcase at Creekside UMC: 9am to 3pm. Peachtree Pkwy, Cumming GA. Holiday Shopping Showcase and Kickin’ Chicken Cookout. Over 70 vendors providing gift & home decor items. Click here for more information. (Friday & Saturday Event)
Team Kate Holiday Bazaar: 10am to 4pm. 13560 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta GA. This sale is located in Alpharetta, but funds raised will benefit local resident – Kate Service. Shopping, Food, & Fun. Click here for more information. (see also Friday, November 1st)

Saturday, November 9th:

Deer Creek Shores Christmas Sale: 9am to 2pm. 7620 Lanier Drive, Cumming GA 30041. Wreaths, Linens, Trees, Decorations, Gifts & More. Vendors & Bake sale too.
Fall Bazaar at First Baptist Church: 9am to 3pm. Sawnee Drive, Cumming GA 30040. Enjoy the annual Fall Bazaar and Holiday Shopping – Gifts and More. Breakfast & Lunch available for purchase. Click here for more information.
Taste of Christmas at North Forsyth High School: 11:30am to 3:00pm. Restaurant Tastings, Crafts & Vendors, Silent Auction, Musical performances by NFHS band and pictures with Santa Claus. Tickets are $10 each – includes 10 tastes from participating restaurants. All proceeds benefit the NFHS band.

Monday, November 11th:

Holiday Bazaar in honor of Rachael Walkup: 6:00pm to 9:00pm. 2615 Cross Springs Drive, Cumming GA 30041 (Springmonte Clubhouse). In October of this year the Walkup family lost their home due to a fire. Rachael will be set up as the “host” for this Holiday Bazaar, meaning Rachael will earn credit towards free or discounted products with your holiday purchases! 31 Gifts, LILL Studio, Mary & Martha, Origami Owl, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Stella & Dot and Usborne.

Tuesday, November 12th:

Windermere Holiday Shopping Extravaganza: 5:30pm to 9pm. 5000 Davis Love Drive, Cumming GA. Vendor shopping available. Light hors doeuvres (quantities limited). Cash Bar available. DJ & Door Prizes. Click here for more information.

Thursday, November 14th:

Holiday Showcase: 6:30pm to 9:30pm. 3850 Bridgetown Drive, Cumming GA 30040 (Bridgetown Subdivision Clubhouse). Shop! Socialize! And Enjoy! Free Admission and access to over 25 vendors.

Friday, November 15th:

Friday Favorites at Market 334: 4pm to 7pm. 334 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming GA. A collection of the finest Artisans & Entrepreneurs join Market 334 for a night of unique Holiday Shopping! Complimentary Refreshments, Fabulous Gifts & Goodies. Click here for more information.

Saturday, November 16th:

Christmas in Central Park (Saturday): 10:30am to 5:30pm. Forsyth County Parks & Rec – Central Park – 2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming GA. Enjoy a variety of handmade products, jewelry, glass, pottery, wood work and decorative items. There is also specialty food items, clothing, holiday decorations & even SANTA & Mrs. Claus! Click here for more information.

Sunday, November 17th:

Christmas in Central Park (Sunday): 10:30am to 4:30pm. Forsyth County Parks & Rec – Central Park – 2300 Keith Bridge Road, Cumming GA. Enjoy a variety of handmade products, jewelry, glass, pottery, wood work and decorative items. There is also specialty food items, clothing, holiday decorations & even SANTA & Mrs. Claus! Click here for more information.

Friday, December 6th:

Holiday Open House at The Loft Salon: 5pm to 8pm. The Loft Salon 4235 Browns Bridge Road, Cumming GA. Vendors will be on hand to help you with your Holiday Shopping and for a night of fun. Dang Chicks, Rags Clothing, Mary Kay, Funky Junk Jewelry, Stella & Dot and more. Click here for more information.
Lakewood 400 Antiques & Gift Show Market (December Show): Make note of the special December dates – the first weekend, not the third for this month only! Friday, 9am to 5pm – Saturday, 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Click here for more information.

Saturday, December 7th:

Holiday Vendor Festival at Little Mill Middle School: 9am to 1pm. Little Mill Middle School – 6800 Little Mill Road, Cumming GA 30041. Come and get your Holiday Shopping done with over 30 vendors to shop from. Raffles, Face Painting, Dessert Walk, Archery and Food and fun for all ages. Plus photography to take professional family portraits. A portion of proceeds from all pictures will go back to LMMS PTSA. FREE Admission.
Lakewood 400 Antiques & Gift Show Market (December Show): Make note of the special December dates – the first weekend, not the third for this month only! Friday, 9am to 5pm – Saturday, 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Click here for more information.
German Christmas Market at South Forsyth High School: Holiday Shopping Fun plus free fun for children ages K-5 and Arts & Crafts, Decorations, Facepainting, Games, Music, Food. 2pm to 4pm. Click here for more information.

Sunday, December 8th:

Lakewood 400 Antiques & Gift Show Market (December Show): Make note of the special December dates – the first weekend, not the third for this month only! Friday, 9am to 5pm – Saturday, 9am to 6pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm. Click here for more information.

Friday, December 13th:

Christmas in Cumming Event – Arts & Crafts Festival and More. Friday & Saturday at the Cumming Fairgrounds. Arts & Craft Shopping 4pm to 10pm. $1 Admission. Click here for more information.

Saturday, December 14th: