The 2024 Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market
Schedule
Thu Nov 07 2024 at 06:00 pm to Sun Nov 10 2024 at 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Florida State Fairgrounds: Expo Hall and Entertainment Hall | Tampa, FL
About this Event
Shop for a cause and make a difference in our community! The 21st annual Holiday Gift Market, The Junior League of Tampa’s largest fundraising event, is a Tampa tradition, featuring over 200 specialty merchants. Shop for everyone on your list with a wide variety of clothing and jewelry, holiday décor, home goods, food, and children’s items.
The Junior League of Tampa commits 100% of the net proceeds from this event to funding our community projects and programs that impact more than 30,000 women, children, and families in Hillsborough County every year.
MISSION STATEMENT - Founded in 1926, The Junior League of Tampa, Inc. is an organization of women dedicated to advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.
WHEN:
Thursday, November 7th: Preview Night (special event ticket required):
6pm - 10pm VIP Preview Party Admission Ticket
7pm - 10pm Preview Night General Admission Ticket
Friday, November 8th: 9am - 4pm: General Admission
Saturday, November 9th: 9am - 6pm: General Admission
Sunday, November 10th: 9am - 4pm: General Admission
COST:
Early Bird General Admission Tickets: $10 available until November 7th
General Admission Tickets: $12 available November 8-10th
*Valid Friday to Sunday. One day entry only.
**Free admission for children ages five and under.
PARKING:
$10 per car (Cash, Credit, or Debit accepted. Paid to the Florida State Fairgrounds).
This fee is not related to The Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market.
*NO animals allowed inside, with the exception of trained service animals*
Preview Night
Get first dibs on all the best that Holiday Gift Market has to offer! Enjoy an evening of shopping, live music, interactive photo ops, and more! Concessions available for purchase so you can sip while you shop.
Taking place Thursday, November 7th from 7 pm - 10 pm, tickets are just $30 for general admission.
VIP Preview Party
Get a head start on the festivities and exclusive selection to all vendor booths with early access to our VIP Preview Party! Doors open an hour early, allowing you to immerse yourself in an evening of holiday shopping and elegance. Tickets are $100 for the VIP Preview Party. The VIP ticket event highlights include an exclusive gift bag, live entertainment, interactive photo opportunities, a selection of hors d’oeuvres and desserts, hand-crafted cocktails and more!
Your VIP ticket also includes a Bargain Bracelet adding a bonus discount to your holiday shopping.
Dress to impress in your best pastel Nutcracker theme and make the most of this enchanting night!
Bargain Bracelet
A Bargain Bracelet earns you 10% off all merchants at Holiday Gift Market when you spend $25 or more at a merchant booth. Bargain Bracelets are just $18 in advance online before November 7 and $20 on or after November 7. You can save 10% at the ENTIRE market! Bracelets will sell out, so buy now to guarantee your savings! This ticket is only valid for one day of shopping (including Preview Night).
*General Admission not included.
Santa Snaps
Santa will be at the Market for photos Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10th from 11 am - 2 pm. Tickets are $15 each and are priced per group; includes 1 digital photo.
*General admssion not included.
Baking With Ballerinas
Come meet the Sugar Plum Fairy on Saturday, November 9, and Sunday, November 10th from 9-11am. She will be visiting from The Kingdom of the Sweets to take photos with your child, followed by cookie decorating and a visit to the Sugar Plum Candy Shop. Tickets are $15 per child; includes 1 digital photo, 1 decorated cookie, and 1 bag of Sugar Plum sweets.
*General admssion not included.
Clara's Crafts
Kids need a break from the hustle and bustle? Come take a break at Clara’s craft station, from 10am-4pm Sat-Sun.
*Included with general admssion! Ages 3 and up.
GUEST SERVICES CENTER
Our complimentary guest services ensure you are treated like a VIP while shopping at the Holiday Gift Market.
Mothers' Nook - Take a break with your baby in our Mothers' Nook, a designated space for nursing moms.
Bag Check - Lighten your load at the Bag Check station, run by JLT volunteers. Donations appreciated.
Fan Cave - Cheer for your team in our Fan Cave, while your family and friends shop.
Connect with JLT’s Holiday Gift Market on social media:
Facebook: www.FACEBOOK.com/TheJLTHGM
Instagram: @holidaygiftmarket
Web: https://www.jltampa.org/featured-events/holiday-gift-market/
Where is it happening?
Florida State Fairgrounds: Expo Hall and Entertainment Hall, 4800 US Hwy 301, Tampa, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 11.44 to USD 108.55