For the 10th year in a row, local moms will host the San Diego Made Holiday Market at NTC Park this weekend.
The family friendly shopping experience will feature 130-plus local curated makers, holiday photo opportunities by the San Diego Made crew, along with interactive art installations, Mother Earth’s Learning Center Children’s Sensory Pop-up, pressed floral workshop by Flora and Sun, Creative Kids Zone by Oside Handmade, a Tarot Card Reader, and more.
Brittany Wiczek, co-founder of the event and a mother of a toddler, said she hopes families will enjoy meeting and supporting local makers.
“Whether they’re trying out workshops, listening to live music, or just exploring all the cool booths — our hope is that they walk away with not only great finds but also a real sense of community and a newfound appreciation for the local talent that makes it all happen,” Wiczek said.
Wiczek said she co-founded the event to give makers, business owners and artisans a platform to thrive.
“The inspiration came from seeing the incredible talent within San Diego and recognizing the need for accessible, supportive spaces that would allow these creatives to grow and connect directly with an audience passionate about unique, handcrafted goods,” Wiczek said. “It was about building not just markets, but a community— a place where people could come together, discover local culture, and share stories that reflect the vibrant spirit of our city.”
Aside from meeting local makers, guests can also enjoy a variety of food and drink vendors, including Bruddy’s Pizza, Pacific Island Crave, Bolly Bites, Full Belly BBQ, Sweet Treats, Coffee Cart, Sierra Nevada Beer + Kombucha and Sipwell Wine, Cocktails + Mocktails.
The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Entry is $6 and kids under 10-years-old are free.
For more information, go to www.sdmademarkets.com/holidaymarket2024.
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