As you shop for your loved ones this Holiday season, Macaroni Kid would like to encourage to support local shops and businesses. Holiday Markets are a wonderful opportunity to support local business owners. Here you will find a list of local businesses offering great holiday deals and some fun gift ideas. Keep checking back week to week as this guide is updated regularly
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Local Business Highlight |
 | Gymboree Play & Music Carlsbad/Oceanside2251 S. El Camino Real Ste. B Oceanside, CA 92054 https://www.gymboreeclasses.com/en/locations/CA/Carlsbad/ We will be offering special holiday deals throughout Nov. and Dec. 2019. We have limited Black Friday "Golden Ticket" memberships on Friday Nov.29. 12 Golden Tickets will be available at 9:30AM when our site opens - Full year unlimited membership, over $500.00 off! Cyber Monday discounts, and much much more to celebrate the season. We will be offering holiday membership and class pass gift certificates and we have a large selection of toys that focus on development for babies and toddlers. Check out our website or come by to see us for more details! Publisher Note: Gymboree classes played such a huge role in my owns son's early years. As a working Mama, attending Gymboree classes gave me a space to bond and play in a developmentally supported environment with my kiddo. A Gymboree membership is a great gift idea for the little ones in your life as this is far more impactful than any toy from a shelf! |
Holiday Markets |
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
Encinitas 101 Main Street, Encinitas
November 24th
FREE Admission
Enjoy over 450 unique food, arts and crafts vendors plus four entertainment stages, children’s rides, Bike Valets, the kid/dog-friendly beer garden! Take advantage of free family fun, entertainment, a National Award Winning MainStreet and a traditional So-Cal beach town. Come shop for the holidays and support local artists and makers. Savor craft beers, enjoy some quality food and soak up some winter sun while listening to the best bands in San Diego rock out at the Beer Garden Stage (12pm-5pm.) Dog and kid friendly so give the whole family. Great news cyclists, Bike Valet stations sponsored by Electra Bike will be open to store your bicycles while you peruse the Street Fair! Take a break from the hustle and bustle by listening to the eclectic music at The Lumberyard Courtyard Stage, or see the stars of tomorrow perform at the Community Stage!
Holiday Fair in the Barrel Room
November 24th
FREE Admission
Our annual Holiday Fair in the Barrel Room is scheduled for Nov 24th from noon - 4pm. Come enjoy some wine, bring your friends and do some holiday shopping - beautiful unique gifts for all! Local vendors will sell children’s books, handmade jewelry and greeting cards, spices and sauces, fresh made bread, CBD products, beauty products, and various art pieces.
Merry Makers Fair
Main Street Oceanside, Oceanside CA
November 30 and December 1st
FREE Admission
Come discover an array of handcrafted and artisanal goods on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 30-Sunday, Dec. 1 at our Fourth Annual Merry Makers Fair in Artist Alley Oceanside. This free two-day 'Tis the Season to Shop Local pop-up market features area makers, live holiday music and Shop Local Holiday Passport stamping in the heart of Downtown Oceanside!Shoppers can browse jewelry, photography, art, clothing and much more while listening to live holiday music. Local beer, wine and craft beverage tastings will also be available from 2-5 p.m. on Small Business Saturday through Sip & Shop Downtown Oceanside, a ticketed tasting event.
Carlsbad Village Makers Market Crafter's Showcase
December 7th
FREE Admission
There's no denying the quality of design and artistry shown in something made by hand. On Saturday, December 7th, in downtown Carlsbad Village, come celebrate 50 local and regional artisans and their skill in a particular craft. Find handmade, vintage, upcycled, and unique goods at this crafter's showcase that will highlight the crafter's creativity in the areas of woodworking, leatherwork, 3D functional art, natural jewelry, beading, fabric creations, linen restoration, re-purposed materials, artisan foods, and much more. From 9 am to 4 pm, in the north lot on Roosevelt Street (between Carlsbad Village Drive and Grand Avenue) the downtown Village will turn into an open-air makers market. All applicants are juried and only self-designed and handcrafted items will exhibit in this venue. Come listen to live music, stroll through the booths, enjoy food discounts at nearby dining, and experience the Village. The Makers Market is a free community event. Get a jump on your holiday shopping at this unique and fun Makers Market in the heart of downtown Carlsbad Village.
Toys for Tots Holiday Shop
December 13th
FREE EVENT and LOTS of FREE activities
Our Toys for Tots event is going to be so much fun and we would love to have you and your family join us! Bring your unwrapped toys for our Toys for Tots drive and stay for the family fun.
There will be:
• crafts & games
• holiday movies
• local vendors
• special food items
PLUS a special appearance from Santa himself!
Holidazed Artist Bazaar
December 15th
FREE Admission
Let's celebrated the HOLIDAZE at the Clubhouse - Holiday Artist Market- Group Art Show- Art Supply Garage Sale- Cookie decorating and crafts for kids- Music- Tacos- Champurrado-Let's gather!!
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