FAMFaire Holiday Markets

Mark your calendars! FAM is thrilled to present FAMFaire 2026, a festive holiday market in historic Market Square.

Enjoy the festive sights and sounds of the season as you stroll through the tent filled with gifts and holiday treats. Family-friendly crafts, face painting, and Santa will be available inside the museum.

This annual event is perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking for some holiday cheer!

Saturday, December 12, 2026

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10:30am - 4:30pm

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Saturday, December 12, 2026 ✳︎ 10:30am - 4:30pm ✳︎ 

FAMFAIRE HOLIDAY MARKETS

Location: Market Square, Fredericksburg Area Museum

Expected Attendance: 5,000+ throughout the day

About: Held in historic Market Square, FAMFaire is an outdoor holiday market inspired by traditional German-style markets. Taking place each early December, the event features a festive selection of handmade crafts, seasonal goods, and traditional foods, along with a variety of vendors, family-friendly activities, and live musical performances that create a lively holiday atmosphere for the community.

  • FAMFaire · $6,000 (1 available)

    • FredNats Box Seats and First Pitch.

    • Public recognition at event as Presenting Sponsor.

    • Company Logo displayed at event as Presenting Sponsor.

    • Reserved Vendor Tent and 10 Comp Drink Tickets at event.

    • Large Company Logo on Sponsorship Board to be displayed at applicable event.

    • Company logo displayed on the event website and event promotional materials.

    • Mention of Company Name in press releases and newsletters.

    • Social media shout-outs before, during, and after the event.

  • FAMFaire · $3,000 (1 available)

    • Public recognition at event as Community Sponsor.

    • Company Logo displayed at event as Community Sponsor.

    • 4 Comp Drink Tickets at select event when applicable.

    • Company Logo on Sponsorship Board to be displayed at applicable event.

    • Company Name displayed on the event website and event promotional materials.

    • Social media shout-out after the event.

  • FAMFaire · $3,000 (1 available)

    • Public recognition at event as Bar Sponsor.

    • Company Logo displayed at event as Bar Sponsor.

    • 8 Comp Drink Tickets at event.

    • Company Logo on Sponsorship Board to be displayed at applicable event.

    • Company logo displayed on the event website and event promotional materials.

    • Mention of Company Name in press releases and newsletters.

    • Social media shout-outs before and after the event.

  • FAMFaire · $2,000 (1 available)

    • Public recognition at event as Stage Sponsor.

    • Company Logo displayed at event as Stage Sponsor.

    • 4 Comp Drink Tickets at select event when applicable.

    • Company Logo on Sponsorship Board to be displayed at applicable event.

    • Company logo displayed on the event website and event promotional materials.

    • Mention of Company Name in press releases and newsletters.

    • Social media shout-outs before and after the event.

  • FAMFaire · $500 (8 available)

    • Company Name on Annual Sponsorship Board to be displayed at applicable event.

    • Company Name displayed on the event website and event promotional materials.

    • Social media shout-outs after the event.

Become A Sponsor

SPONSORSHIP

The Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM) is hosting a 2026 Holiday Market in historic Market Square. The Holiday Market is Saturday, December 12, 10:00am - 4:30pm.

FAM invites interested vendors to apply for one of the 21 booth spaces that can be accommodated in Market Square. Applicants need to ensure that they can satisfy all requirements prior to applying for a booth.

Because space is limited, NOT ALL VENDOR APPLICANTS WILL BE SELECTED to participate in the Market. Selection of vendor applicants will be made based on product mix and perceived customer interest. Selection of vendor applicants is at FAM’s sole and absolute discretion.

The deadline to apply as a holiday market vendor is October 5, 2026. Applications submitted after this date will be placed on a waitlist.

Vendors will be selected no later than Friday, October 30. A non-refundable vendor fee of $150 is due no later than Friday, November 13.

Vendor interest form

VENDORS

Vendor Lineup

Coming Soon!

FAMFaire Vendor Reviews

“Our first year with FAMFaire was a pleasant experience. From the initial communication to setting up and taking down, everything went smoothly. Thank you.”

“It’s one of the highlights of our year. We really enjoyed being there. People are always so happy and fun. something that our community really needs.”

“FAMFaire is the holiday show I look forward to participating in each year. The organizers, volunteers, and atmosphere are just perfect to get into the holiday spirit. As an independent small business I love that this event focuses on hand made and local artists, food, and crafts.”