Four Holidays Fairs & Markets This Weekend In The Hudson Valley

We made it through Thanksgiving, now it's a race to the finish line towards the new year. While some people will wait until the very last minute to get their holiday shopping done, others are already well into their lists.

Here in the Hudson Valley there's no shortage of creative and crafty people, it seems like everywhere you look someone is advertising something they have hand crafted from scratch. If you missed the opportunity to support local on Small Business Saturday, ere's what we know about five upcoming holiday fairs and markets you may want to check out.

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Decemberfest, Poughkeepsie

On Friday December 6th and Saturday December 7th from 4-8pm each day, for Decemberfest at Eastdale. This community event invites visitors to stop by the Eastdale businesses to shop and dine, and participate in incentives and promotions. There will be raffles for major prizes like gift cards and baskets.

Live holiday music on Friday the 6th, and photos with Santa on Saturday afternoon from 1-4pm before the Decemberfest. Additional information can be found here.

Check out some of the excitement from last year's event:

Hometown Holiday Market, Wappingers Falls

Saturday, December 7th between 10am and 4pm, visit the 2nd annual Hometown Holiday Market at 2658 E Main St, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590.

Last year more than 1,000 shoppers visited with 40 vendors, and this year organizers are planning for an even more magical holiday shopping wonderland. Visitors can expect 'incredibly talented, unique vendors offering locally crafted gems and one-of-a-kind finds.' This event will be part of the Village of Wappingers 'First Saturday.' You can find out more about the Hometown Holiday Market and First Saturday, here.

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The Arlington Holiday Festival, Arlington (Poughkeepsie)

Saturday December 7th from 12pm-5pm, Arlington Has It invites you to The Arlington Holiday Festival AND Eggnog Craw at The Garden Arts Space on Lagrange Avenuel! In addition to vendors, live music, their tree lighting and holiday parade, they'll also be a fire pit for marshmallow roasting and the annual Eggnog Crawl ($5 ticket cost).

Winter Craft Fair, Poughkeepsie

From 10am until 4pm on Saturday December 7th, consider visiting the MJN Convention Center (former Mid Hudson Civic Center) for their Winter Craft Fair. The event features a number of Hudson Valley-based artists/small business owners, and a variety of hand made products for sale. No cost for admission for attendees.