The Concord Arts Market showcases local artisans and their work at a series of events throughout the year. Feb. 2025 will see the launch of the Winter Arts Market, a two-part event partnership with Kimball Jenkins.
The Concord Arts Market showcases local artisans and their work at a series of events throughout the year. Credit: Concord Arts Marketโ€”Courtesy

Concord Arts Market is a community of local and independent artists and makers who keep our creative economy thriving. There’s no better time to celebrate and support local independent artists than during the winter holiday season!

In-person shopping opportunities

Winter Giftopolis at Midnight Merriment

Friday, Dec. 5 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Eagle Square Atrium at 7 Eagle Square, Concord

It’s our annual holiday shopping event in partnership with Intown Concord’s Midnight Merriment, the eagerly-awaited, annual shopping night each year where the downtown shops stay open late, and holiday cheer is in the air. Admission is free.

Gingerbread Marketplace

Sunday, Dec. 7 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Carriage House at Kimball Jenkins Estate at 266 N. Main St., Concord

Come and celebrate the sweeter things in life! Produced by Concord Arts Market in partnership with Kimball Jenkins’ Holidays at the Estate, the Gingerbread Marketplace will feature local artists and makers offering sweet treats and gifts for your holiday shopping.

Make sure to visit the Home Sweet Home Gingerbread Exhibition in the historic Mansion and The Artisanโ€™s Nook before or after visiting the marketplace. Admission is free.

Camโ€™s Annual Holiday Arts Market

Saturday, Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Carriage House at Kimball Jenkins Estate at 266 N. Main St., Concord

Join us for our annual Holiday Arts Market to shop from unique, handmade gifts that will be sure to delight your loved ones this holiday season. Admission is free.

Canโ€™t make it in person to any of the events? Shop from select artists online!

10 things to look out for (a.k.a. Jessicaโ€™s wishlist):

  1. Jackie Hanson Art: I am a huge fan of chicken art (and apparently Iโ€™m not alone). I already have Jackieโ€™s โ€œNostalgia Henโ€ print โ€” or as I call it: โ€œGlitter Rainbow Chickenโ€ โ€” but I definitely need her Chicken in Space print to go with it. (Winter Giftopolis)
  2. Stella Orion Stained Glass: These stained glass pieces are so pretty and eye-catching โ€” even without the sun shining through them. If I had to choose one thing, it would be the Monstera Leaf. Although she has chickens, too! (Winter Giftopolis, Gingerbread Marketplace)
  3. BL. Batchelder Art: The beautifully illustrated Avian Tarot Deck has been on my wishlist for the past two years. It is a perfect gift for โ€œTarot practitioners, divination enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a unique approach to their mindful practices, birders and nature enthusiasts, anyone curious about the lyrical intersection of science and symbolism and collectors of specialty tarot cards and oracle decks.โ€ The Avian Tarot is so much more than a tarot deck โ€” you can also purchase prints, stickers, keychains and more of the beautiful avian artworks. (Winter Giftopolis, Holiday Arts Market)
  4. Squirrel Nest Press: These linocut prints are so cool and youโ€™re sure to find something for everyone on your list. As a diehard fan of Concord, I love this “Concord Time” t-shirt with the clock tower in downtown Concord (which is also available as a print). The birds and fish and cats and other nature themes are great, too! (Winter Giftopolis)
  5. J. Bergamot Art: Do you have someone on your list who would like an original woodburning of a plague doctor or a centaur with a sword? J. Bergamotโ€™s original designs are inspired by fantasy, nature and the macabre. Sadly, the original unicorn woodburning I was going to put on my wishlist has been sold, but thankfully she has this mermaid original woodburning! (Winter Giftopolis)
  6. Newman Art Studio: Jeff Newman has a unique selection of quirky and whimsical paintings and assemblage art pieces. My favorite is definitely Ophelia Swims with the Gators Because itโ€™s safer than Dating Prince Hamlet. (Winter Giftopolis, Holiday Arts Market)
  7. Wild Paints by Krystin Shields: When I first met Krystin and was admiring her work, she told me that she likes to paint creatures that arenโ€™t traditionally seen as โ€œcute.โ€ I canโ€™t decide between the ostrich, octopus, or sphynx cats! (Winter Giftopolis, Holiday Arts Market)
  8. CraftHappens: Kristen is a second-generation leathersmith, having worked with her father since the age of 12! Excellent quality belts, wristbands, dog collars and leashes and more. This butterfly hair piece is definitely on my list (But also check out these adorable leather moose). (Winter Giftopolis, Gingerbread Marketplace, Holiday Arts Market)
  9. Sewohva: Sustainability that looks this cute? Yes, please! I just want a couple packs of these adorable beeswax wraps in every design. (Winter Giftopolis)
  10. Knitting Metal: When it comes to Knitting Metalโ€™s chainmaille jewelry, I canโ€™t choose just one piece. I love the shiny bright colors, and bold elements like this stunning five flower necklace. (Winter Giftopolis)

Kimball Jenkins presents The Artisan’s Nook

Kimball Jenkins will be hosting a holiday pop-up shop, The Artisan’s Nook, Nov. 29 through Dec. 19, as part of the organization’s Holidays at the Estate event. The Artisan’s Nook will showcase locally-made art and craft items and feature over 20 local artisans. From wearable art, holiday cards, ornaments and framed works, the shop will be full of unique items perfect for holiday giving. Support artists and shop local this holiday season. For hours of operation, please visit https://www.kimballjenkins.com/holidays-at-the-estate.