The holiday season is officially here, and Ditmars is buzzing with local markets, pop-ups, and makers ready to help you find the perfect gifts. Whether you’re shopping for handmade jewelry, artisanal foods, or one-of-a-kind crafts, there’s no need to go far… everything you need is right here in the neighborhood.
Here’s your roundup of holiday markets and pop-ups around Ditmars where you can shop small, support local creators, and get into the festive spirit.
Buzz & Pop(Up) at The Honey House
Date/Time: 11/15, 11/22, 11/23, 12/6, 12/20, 12/21 // All dates 10am-6pm
Location: The Honey House at Astor Apiaries
What to Expect: Buzz & Pop (Up) is a rotating series of small pop-up events at The Honey House at Astor Apiaries, featuring local makers, artists, and small businesses. Each weekend highlights one or two vendors offering handcrafted goods that pair perfectly with our honey and gift selections. It’s a fun way to shop small, meet local creators, and discover something new each visit.
Black Friday & Holiday Buzzaars at The Honey House
Date/Time: Black Friday Buzzaar: 11/28-11/30 // Holiday Buzzaar: 12/13-12/14 // All dates 10am-6pm
Location: The Honey House at Astor Apiaries
What to Expect: The Black Friday Buzzaar and Holiday Buzzaar at The Honey House at Astor Apiaries bring together local makers, artists, and small businesses for two festive weekends of shopping. Guests can browse handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and unique finds while supporting local creators and getting into the holiday spirit.
Queens Craft Brigade Small Business Saturday at QED
Date/Time: 11/29 // 12-5pm
Location: QED Astoria
What to Expect: Queens Craft Brigade brings together the best makers from the borough to create highly curated events featuring artwork, food, jewelry, fashion, crafts, and more.
Queens Craft Brigade Holiday Market at QED
Date/Time: 12/14 // 12-5pm
Location: QED Astoria
What to Expect: Queens Craft Brigade brings together the best makers from the borough to create highly curated events featuring artwork, food, jewelry, fashion, crafts, and more.
Shop Small Astoria Retail Crawl at various locations
Date: 11/28-12/7
Location: QED Astoria, The Brass Owl, The Honey House at Astor Apiaries, The Regal Beagle, Pimbeche, and more
What to Expect: Shop Small Astoria is a neighborhood retail crawl that celebrates local shopping across Astoria. Shoppers can visit participating Ditmars-area businesses, collect stamps at each stop, and discover new favorites while supporting the community. Get your Passport stamped and see how many local spots you can visit!
Shop Local This Holiday Season
Supporting small businesses and local makers keeps our community thriving. Every purchase you make at a Ditmars holiday market or pop-up helps sustain local artists, food vendors, and neighborhood shops. So grab a coffee, bundle up, and enjoy a day of festive shopping right here at home.
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