Free Holiday Market This Fall

by Aug 11, 2026Events, Online Exclusives, Southport Oak Island

Shop the Artisans Association Holiday Boutique Nov. 6–7 in St. James—free admission and one-of-a-kind handmade gifts from local makers.

Holiday shopping goes local this November as the Artisans Association Holiday Boutique brings two days of handmade, heartfelt finds to the Homer E. Wright Event Center in St. James.

Set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 6–7, 2026, the boutique is a chance to meet talented regional makers and shop for gifts you won’t find in big-box stores—each piece created by hand and made to last.

Handmade & Heartfelt: What You’ll Find

From fine art to functional crafts, the Holiday Boutique features a wide variety of work from local artisans, including:
• Fine art
• Glass
• Artisan crafts
• Baskets
• Fabric art
• Jewelry
• Woodworking
• Pottery
• Books by local authors

Whether you’re shopping for a unique hostess gift, a statement piece for the home, or something personal for someone special, the boutique is designed to make holiday gifting feel more meaningful.

Time, Location, and Admission
• When: November 6 & 7, 2026 · 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
• Where: Homer E. Wright Event Center, 4136 Southport-Supply Rd SE, St James, NC 28461 (On Route 211, across from the St. James Main Gate)
• Admission: Free

Shoppers are encouraged to come early for the best selection and plan to browse—there’s plenty to discover, and every purchase supports local artists and makers.