It's the most wonderful time of the year! Asbury Park Bazaar is excited to announce that we are hosting our 2023 Holiday Bazaar in Asbury Park and Long Branch, NJ! The Bazaar is inspired by the traditional "Weihnachtsmarkts" holiday markets held in Germany and was rated the best holiday market in New Jersey by Food and Wine.

The Bazaar will showcase handcrafted goods and unique holiday gifts by local and regional makers and small businesses, holiday music and entertainment, Photos with Santa, food and libations, craft workshops, kids activities, festive décor, music, and more. Check out all the details below and mark your calendars for a holiday season you won't forget. Can't wait to celebrate the holidays with you!

Holiday Bazaar At Asbury Park

Schedule Of Events:

The holiday season officially begins on Black Friday Nov 24 at Convention Hall with a Black Friday Bazaar! Shop and stroll on the Asbury Park Boardwalk and celebrate the holidays with friends and family in the Grand Arcade of Convention Hall and at The Asbury Hotel (Sundays only). The event is free, all ages and pet friendly.

Location: (Grand Arcade Of Convention Hall)

Unique Shopping: Explore a curated market featuring artisans from the Jersey Shore and beyond, offering a wide array of gifts and goods. Check out our vendor list below or by date here. Download the vendor map for opening weekend Nov 24-27 here.

Santa Photo Station hosted by Asbury Park Holiday Toy Drive. Kids of all ages, including "fur babies", are welcome to make a donation and/or bring a toy to the AP Holiday Toy Drive, meet Santa and take a photo. The Santa Photo Station will be open weekends beginning November 24th through December 17th from 12:00pm-5:00pm

Holiday Photo Wall: Stop by our photo wall designed by Every Excuse for a Party (located near Betty's Ice box) to capture memorable holiday moments.

Music and Entertainment at Seahorse:

Friday, Nov 24, 2023
12:00PM-2:00pm - DJ Ian Gray and

2:00PM-5:00pm - A Real Human Jazz Band

Saturday, Nov 25, 2023
12:00PM-2:00pm - Songbird

Sunday, Nov 26, 2023
12:00PM-2:00pm - Natasha Wright Trio

Exclusive Giveaways: Be one of the first 25 shoppers through the door each day and receive a coveted Bazaar tote bag.

Community Giveback: The Giving Store: Madison Marquette will be donating a prime retail space located in The Grand Arcade at Convention Hall to a collection of community non-profits from around Asbury Park. The charitable pop-up store, The Giving Store, will be composed of six local charities selling unique items that support and give back to their mission. The space will include: Wooden Walls Project, Asbury Arts Council, Asbury Park Music Foundation, African-American Music Project, Asbury Park Historical Society, and Asbury Boardwalk Rescue.

Holiday Bazaar At The Asbury Hotel

Schedule Of Events:

Get all your holiday shopping done at The Asbury Hotel's cozy indoor Lounge, Hall and outdoor heated tented Terrace event space this holiday season! The Asbury Hotel is located in the heart of Asbury Park's entertainment district just steps from the boardwalk and beach. The event is free, all ages, and pet friendly.

Location: (Asbury Hotel)

Shopping for unique holiday gifts and goods from a curated selection of vendors and local small businesses. Check out our vendor list below!

Delicious Food and Libations: Asbury Hotel

Holiday Photo Station: Create memorable moments at our holiday photo wall designed by Creative Twist Events

Music and Entertainment:

Nov 26, 2023
DJ Jay Insult

Dec 3, 2023
Mr. Franciso

Dec 10, 2023
DJ Shawn Francis

Dec 17, 2023
DJ Dusty Dubbs

Activities for Kids

Nov 26, 2023 : Slimergency Rescue Custom Slimes

Dec 3, 2023 : Face Painting By Creative Rayy, DIY Sunnies + Bead Bar by Jphannypack Designs, DINOSAUR ROCK Superstore - Fossil and Mineral Gifts, and Slimergency Rescue Custom Slimes

Dec 10, 2023 : DINOSAUR ROCK Superstore - Fossil and Mineral Gifts and More and Slimergency Rescue Custom Slimes

Dec 17, 2023 : Face Painting By Krissy Face Paint and DIY Sunnies + Bead Bar by Jphannypack Designs

Special Event Activities

Nov 26, 2023 : Vinyl record shopping with RandR Music Records Music Memorabilia

Dec 3, 2023 : Chair massages and stretch therapy by Above the clouds spa, Permanent Jewelry by Le Jasmine Permanent Jewelry, and vinyl record shopping with RandR Music Records Music Memorabilia

Dec 10, 2023 : Vinyl record shopping with RandR Music Records Music Memorabilia

Dec 17, 2023: Permanent Jewelry by Le Jasmine Permanent Jewelry and Vinyl record shopping with RandR Music Records Music Memorabilia

Holiday Workshops:

Dec 3, 2023 : Amber and Earth Wreath Making

Dec 10, 2023 : Amber and Earth Wreath Making

Dec 17, 2023: Beach Bum Beauty Candle Making

Exclusive Giveaways: Be one of the first 25 shoppers through the door each day and receive a coveted Bazaar tote bag.

Holiday Bazaar At Whitechapel Projects

Schedule Of Events:

Don't miss our Small Business Saturday weekend celebration at the Holiday Bazaar at Whitechapel Projects. This gorgeous venue features an indoor space and giant Sailcloth tent for all your shopping needs! WCP is a beautiful arts, food and cultural venue featuring a sustainable restaurant and bar inspired by local ingredients, products and community collaboration. The event is free, all ages, and pet friendly.

Location: (Whitechapel Projects)

Small Business Saturday Celebration!

Holiday shopping from a curated roster of local makers, designers, crafters, collectors, artists and small businesses.

Music by DJ Shawn Francis

Delicious holiday drinks, food and libations by Whitechapel Projects, Coney Waffle and Chef Dominique’s Bakeshop

Holiday photos by Snappy Trails Photo Booth and a photo wall by Fleur de Mer

Permanent Jewelry Bar by Forever Golden

Kids Face Painting by Creative Rayy

Exclusive Giveaways: Be one of the first 25 shoppers through the door each day and receive a coveted Bazaar tote bag.

Sunday, November 26, 2023

Holiday shopping from a curated roster of local makers, designers, crafters, collectors, artists and small businesses.

Delicious holiday drinks, food and libations by Whitechapel Projects and Cozy Corner Bakery

Music by Dusty Dubs

Holiday Photos by Snappy Trails Photo Booth and a photo wall by Bloomstreet Floral.

Kids DIY Sensory Kit Station by A Wide World of Wonder

Hair tinsel for some holiday sparkles by the artist and the antidote!

Workshop: Candle Making with Beach Bum Beauty - Sign up  here

Exclusive Giveaways: Be one of the first 25 shoppers through the door each day and receive a coveted Bazaar tote bag.

Date: November 24-December 17, 2023

Location:
Asbury Park Convention Hall, 1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
The Asbury Hotel, 210 Fifth Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
The Whitechapel Projects, 15 2nd Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Cost: Free

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