The Junior League of Tampa’s Holiday Gift Market Celebrates 21 Years of Giving Back
Shop for a cause and kick off your holiday season cheer at The Junior League of Tampa’s 21st annual Holiday Gift Market! The unique shopping experience serves as the organization’s largest fundraising event of the year. It brings over 200 vendors and artisans from the Tampa Bay region and beyond to the Florida State Fairgrounds.
This year’s Holiday Gift Market runs from November 7-10th and features a record number of merchants, making this the largest HGM ever!
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2024 Featured Events and Perks:
Preview Night + VIP Preview Party
Preview Night is an opportunity for eager attendees to get first dibs on all that Holiday Gift Market has to offer. In addition to shopping, Preview Night hosts live music, interactive photo ops, and a silent auction. Food and drink are available for purchase.
Preview Night tickets are on sale now for $30.
For shoppers looking to step up their experience, VIP tickets are also available. Doors open an hour early, at 6 pm for VIP Preview Party ticket holders. VIP guests enjoy additional perks, including private lounge space, a special VIP gift, and a selection of cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. VIP tickets are on sale now for $100.
Bargain Bracelet
Back again this year, shoppers can purchase a HGM Bargain Bracelet. This pass earns shoppers 10% off all Market purchases over $25. Bracelets are valid for one day only and cost $18 in advance online and $20 at the door. General admission is not included.
Santa Snaps
Santa Claus will stop by the Holiday Gift Market for a photo-op and meet-and-greet. Come see Santa on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10 from 11 am to 2 pm. Tickets are $15 each and are priced per group; the cost includes one digital photo. General Admission is not included.
Baking with the Ballerina
The Sugar Plum Fairy will be making her debut at the Holiday Gift Market this year. Children are invited to decorate cookies, take a trip to the candy bar, and pose for a photo op. Baking with the Ballerina will take place on Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10 from 9:30 to 11 am. Tickets are $15 per child. General admission is not included.
WHEN:
Preview Night:
Thursday, Nov. 7 (special event ticket required)
- 6-10 p.m. Preview Party VIP Ticket Admission
- 7-10 p.m. Preview Night General Ticket Admission
General Admission:
- Friday, Nov. 8: 9 am to 6 pm
- Saturday, Nov. 9: 9 am to 6 pm
- Sunday, Nov. 12: 9 am to 4 pm
WHERE:
Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Hall & Entertainment Hall
4800 US Highway 301 N., Tampa, FL 33610
COST:
General Admission: $10 online at HolidayGiftMarket.org until November 7th and increase to $12 online and at the door on November 8th. Tickets are valid from Friday to Sunday for one-day entry only. FREE Admission for children aged 5 and under.
PARKING:
$10 per car (cash, credit or debit accepted); paid to the Florida State Fairgrounds (not related to The Junior League of Tampa).
MORE DETAILS:
The Junior League of Tampa commits 100% of the Holiday Gift Market’s net proceeds to fund League efforts in the areas of basic needs, education and child welfare.
“When you shop at Holiday Gift Market or attend a Market special event, you are not just supporting a small business, you are also reinvesting in the community through projects, advocacy efforts, and grant programs,” says League member Lauren Rice. “The Holiday Gift Market is the reason the League can fund projects like the Diaper Bank and Love Bundles.”
*Presented by The Junior League of Tampa | Originally published in November 2023 of Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine