8 Christmas Fairs And Pop-Ups To Visit Now For Festive Feels And Gifting Needs
Haven't gotten presents for everyone? No problem
By Terri Kue -
It is our favourite time of the year - well, nearly. Either way, it means that Christmas fairs and pop-ups have either already started or are just about to begin. It can be overwhelming to keep track of when the fairs are happening as well as what brands will be featured, so we've done the difficult part for you.
Ahead is a list of all the Christmas markets that you will be able to attend physically. Looking for local brands that sell baby items, homewares, crystals, and many more? Want to know when the anticipated 'The Christmas Atelier' fair is going to happen? Keep reading to find out. And don't forget to bring the kids to get them in the festive spirit!
Capitol's Christmas market is already underway, with many local brands selling a variety of great present choices such as crystal earrings, room sprays and other fragrances, jade tea sets, and more. Stores are stationed in clear domes, which is bound to make your time there a unique experience.
From now to 26 December 2021 from 12 noon onwards. Entry to the event is free. It is located at Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza. Find out more here.
If you have no idea where to begin your Christmas shopping, Christmas Gifting has been boasted as the 'one-stop shop for the holidays'. Buy silk pieces made by a French brand for the fashion lovers in your life, gorgeous housewares for your parents, and get your hands on some last-minute Christmas decorations for the house to amp up the festive spirit.
From now to 31 December 2021. Entry to the event is free. It is located at 501 Bukit Timah Road Singapore, Singapore 259760, Level 2. Find out more here.
This marketplace will feature an approximate number of 12 booths over the course of the whole month of December. Yes, you read that right, this fair will last a whole 31 days. The organisers also curate the list of stores featured sold, requiring owners to send in their products for review before they are allowed to set up shop at the place.
There will be perfectly gift-able items on sale, including crystal bracelets and art prints.
Happening 1 December 2021 to 31 December 2021. Entry to the event is free. It will be held at 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981, Esplanade Mall #02-17. Find out more here.
Want to support small home-based businesses and the creators of the gifts you will be buying for your loved ones and yourself? Crane focuses on these brands in its festive pop-up. Shop fashion for both you and the little ones in your life, splurge on a gorgeous bag for yourself, or stock up on some goodies to snack during the holidays.
Once you have finished picking up everything you want, you can also get a tarot reading or a caricature art of yourself done!
Happening 4 December 2021 - 5 December 2021. Entry to the event is free. It will be held at Crane, 46 Kim Yam Road 01-06 Herencia, Singapore, 239351. Sign-up for a timeslot here.
For its third year in a row, The Christmas Atelier is back with a curated selection of Singapore brands and artisans (all handpicked for the quality of their products, the design, and the originality). Items sold include hand-embroidered gifts by Isabel Lim Designs, dainty jewellery by Curious Creatures, and vegan bar soaps by My Naked Bar.
Happening 3 December 2021 - 5 December 2021. Entry to the event is free. It will be held at The Atelier & Co., 2 Alexandra Road, Delta House, Level 8 (Use Lift No. 5), Singapore, 159919. Sign up for a timeslot here.
Are you looking to support women-led brands this season? This fair features such businesses for you to support. Some brands taking part include Knotty By Nature SG, (unique fashion pieces that were made using natural fabrics and dyes); Kawah Rwanda (coffee beans harvested from Rwanda to Singapore where they are roasted); and Tungaa Floral (customised wreaths perfect for the season!).
Happening 10 December 2021 - 11 December 2021. Entry to the event is free. It will be held at Singapore, 22 Camden Park, Singapore 299814. Sign up for your timeslot here.
Are you on the hunt for children gifts or family-lifestyle items? This pop up features 60 homegrown online boutiques for you to shop to your heart's content. Participating brands include Noah's Toys, which specialises in wooden toys for kids; Evercasa, which creates fabric wall decals to spruce up rooms; and Oasis Beauty Kitchen, which sells beauty items such as sunscreen and soaps.
There are two editions, the first held 10 December 2021 - 12 December 2021, and the second 17 December 2021 - 19 December 2021. Tickets are priced at $6.32 for registration. It will be held at Social Affinity, 219 Kallang Bahru, Chutex Building, Level 3, Singapore 339348. Sign up for a timeslot here.