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The European Holiday Market is designed for people who are looking for an immersive holiday experience with the opportunity to shop for one-of-a-kind gifts for the season.
Explore a variety of unique merchants, eat & drink options blending European and Gulf Coast flavors, and get hands-on in our interactive workshops. Enjoy live performances, meet your favorite holiday characters, and make memories that will last all season long. Guests will feel as if they are entering a European train depot, leading to a full immersion into a European Holiday Market setting with live stage productions, live music, cultural performances, multimedia shows, holiday tree displays, a model train exhibit and interactive activities for all ages.
Explore a curated marketplace featuring handcrafted treasures and unique gifts from talented artisans. Discover one-of-a-kind artisan handcrafted goods, Christmas decor, jewelry, and more, perfect for holiday shopping.
Savor the flavors of Europe with a wide array of traditional dishes and festive treats. With food & beverage ranging from traditional German Glühwein and brawts to French pastries, there’s something for every palate.
Find a variety of hands-on workshops where attendees can dive into the festive spirit through creative activities. Join us to design unique holiday cards, craft ornaments and create beautiful holiday wreaths with a Gulf Coast twist.
Enjoy the captivating live theater production, “Far Way Home,” as four travelers share their unique holiday traditions through food, music, and stories. From festive Spanish feasts to English hearthside celebrations, German baking, and French artistry, they discover that the true essence of Christmas transcends borders. This heartwarming tale captures the spirit of togetherness and the magic of the season.
Pictures with Santa, Anna Maria, and other Christmas Characters.
Stay tuned for our event map – our creative team is designing something truly special to guide you through a magical holiday experience!
Join us in sunny Bradenton/Palmetto, Florida for the first annual European Holiday Market: Bringing Old World Market Charm to Florida Shores