5 Denver holiday markets to add to your list

It’s gift-buying season. So why not skip the shipping and buy local?

Here are five Denver holiday markets to add to your list:

Denver Christkindle Market: 18 November – December. 23

• Shop over 30 local and international vendors with beer in hand at this German-style holiday market, in its 22nd year, in Civic Center Park.

Cherry Creek Holiday Market: November 17 – December. 24

• Featuring more than 80 rotating local builders, this outdoor market is packed with all your holiday gifting needs — plus a full bar and live music.

Apres ski holiday market: Dec 2-4, 9-11, 16-18

• Browse unique jewelry, holiday cards, and more at this European-inspired market, hosted in a heated Dairy Block alley.

South Pearl Street Winter Festival: December 2-3

• South Pearl Street will be transformed into a winter wonderland, featuring a holiday market with gift and food vendors, as well as fisting and photo ops with Santa himself.

Holiday Bazaar: December 10-11

• More than 70 vendors will be selling art, crafts, and clothing at Bellevue Station. Enjoy a cozy beer garden, festive cocktails, live music and street food.