Holiday shopping is in full force across Delmarva, which got its true start during the Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday events over the past few days. For those of you who haven’t even begun to check off the items on your holiday shopping list don’t fret, there are several local holiday markets popping up this month at some of our favorite Ocean City and Berlin businesses. Burley Oak, The Shark on the Harbor, Captains Table, The Art League of Ocean City, YogaVibez and Worcester County Development Center are all hosting shopping events this month, encouraging stress-free shopping while supporting local artisans and vendors. Take a look at this year’s holiday shopping guide:
Burley Oak Marketplace
When: Every Wednesday in December before Christmas; 6pm-8pm
What: Our friends at Burley Oak our hosting a holiday marketplace all month long, with local vendors setting up shop every Wednesday to sell a wide array of goods. Find the perfect holiday gift while supporting local. Local vendors will include Bungalow Love, Zenna Wellness, Patty Jeans, Ta Da, Love Letters, Caroline Forrester Jewelry, Atlantic Retreat, or Treasure Chest. What’s more, you can shop while sipping on a locally crafted beer, root beer, or cold brew coffee.
Monday Marketplace at The Shark on the Harbor
When: Monday, December 7 & 14; 5pm-9pm
What: The Shark on the Harbor invites you to shop a selection of our area’s talented artists while enjoying their complimentary wine tasting and holiday wine sale. But that’s not all! Monday is also pizza night at The Shark, with handcrafted, inventive pizzas paired expertly with craft brews and wine specials. Check their FB for updates on who will be attending!
Holiday Artisan Fair – The Art League of Ocean City
When: Friday, December 4 @ 5pm & Saturday, December 5 @ 4pm
What: Enjoy a special showcase of local artisans at The Art League of Ocean City this Friday and Saturday. The two-day event will feature unique, handmade items, along with live music, refreshments, and book signings with local artists and authors. Laura Ellison, Dee Dobson, Debbi Dean-Colley, Deborah Bryant and Patti Backer are just a few of the local artists to expect.
Santa’s Shopping Spree – Captain’s Table
When: Tuesday, December 1; 5:30-8:30
What: Captain’s Table is hosting Santa’s Shopping Spree this evening (December 1) with several fantastic vendors lined up for the occasion, including Stella & Dot, Saltwater Style, This & That Creations, Mary Kay, Arbonne, Love Letters, Pampered Chef, Scentsy, Bruder Hill and more. Admission is free, with drink specials available all night. If you opt to stay for dinner, 10 percent of your dinner check will be donated to JAG for AGH programs and services and the nursing scholarship fund. Wine, dine, shop and give back, all in one place.
Jingle Bell Yoga & Holiday Open House – YogaVibez
When: Wednesday, December 9
What: Get in the holiday spirit while getting in shape at Yogavibez in West Ocean City. The evening starts with a special Jingle Bell Yoga class at 5:30pm followed by the Holiday Open House at 7pm. The open house will include drinks and light apps, along with Yoloha Yoga, Earth Travel Apparel, and Andrea Bounds Makeup. The night will also include a free raffle for Yoloha gear and some fantastic YogaVibez holiday specials.
Holiday Open House – Worcester County Developmental Center
When: December 11; 11am-1pm
What: Worcester County Developmental Center invites you to join them in a relaxing lunch hour complete with stress-free holiday shopping. Soaps, poinsettias, and pumpkin rolls will be sold along with several local guest vendors. For more information, contact Karen Waggoner at 410-632-2382.
