New Weekend Outdoor ‘Merchantile Market:’ Apparel, Jewelry, Home Goods, Food & More Up for Grabs

Holiday-dressed-up strollers, pumpkin-spiced everything, and crowds of families ready to hunt for the perfect, locally made gift.

This holiday season, forgo the big-box retailers in favor of supporting local artisans – and have a whole lot of fun along the way. Merchantile Market, a new, FREE ADMISSION outdoor artisan marketplace featuring all things vintage, unique and handmade. This incredible event is brought to you by its already fan-favorite brick and mortar counterpart, The Merchantile of Scottsdale located in Old Town. They’re bringing their love of locals and the creativity they bring to the outdoor market scene.

Schedule of Market Dates:

The first of ten Saturday markets slated for 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. takes place on Small Business Saturday, on Saturday, Nov. 27, at 1500 N McClintock Drive in Tempe, with the following popping-up on select Saturday’s each month through April 9.

What to Expect: 

• The chance to peruse the works of dozens of local artisans and businesses
• Unique, handmade painted artifacts and home decor
• Handcrafted cards, jewelry, accessories and apparel
• Locally made beauty and baked goods
• The chance to decorate and enter in a holiday stroller parade with the whole family
• Revolving list of local food trucks

Stop by during Merchantile Market’s inaugural event Nov. 27 and score a free Small Business Saturday gift bag, and bring the little ones along in a decorated stroller to take part in a Holiday Stroller Parade and compete for fun prizes. Plus, guests will get the chance to snap a picture with the big man himself, Santa Clause, stopping along the way to meet and greet his Tempe fans.

“So many people are worried about shipping deadlines this year, and with good reason,” said Merchantile Market’s Kimberly Pak. “Come support local artisans and businesses and give yourself peace of mind that your gifts will arrive on time by making in-person, one-of-a-kind purchases this year.”

To review a full list of event dates or explore some of the accessories, apparel, jewelry, home goods and other gifts and goodies available for sale at the market, check out MerchantileMarket.com.