Florence, South Carolina – The neighborhood is getting ready for the 2025 Holiday Gift Market, which will be held at the City Center Farmers Market on Saturday, November 29. This will mark the start of the holiday season in full dazzle. The event will be open from 3 to 7 p.m., and throughout that time, there will be festive sights, warm treats, and a lively atmosphere that has become a beloved local tradition.
Families that come to the market will be greeted by a sight that will help them make holiday memories. One of the best things about the event is that kids can meet Santa, which often generates long lines of enthusiastic kids.
Families will want to congregate around the crackling fire nearby and roast marshmallows. The smell of toasted sweetness will fill the cool early-winter air. There will be hot cocoa stations across the market where people can have a nice cup of chocolate to help them relax between activities.
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Adults can walk among rows of vendors set up under strings of brilliant holiday lights while the youngsters have fun with the seasonal activities. Shoppers will be able to look through a wide range of gifts manufactured by local artisans and small companies, from crafts to specialty items. The dazzling decorations and happy conversations make the evening setting even more charming for shopping.
Organizers say the idea is to make a location where neighbors can relax, reconnect, and enjoy the holiday spirit together. The event has become a staple of the local holiday calendar because it contains activities for families, festive lighting, and an emphasis on the community.
As the date approaches, the excitement grows. The 2025 Holiday Gift Market offers an evening full of simple pleasures and the kind of holiday charm that brings people together year after year. There will be Santa visits, refreshments by the fire, and a chance to buy for gifts all in one area.