Make your holidays brighter at Merry Market, Saturday–Sunday, December 7–8 from 12-5pm. More than 70 talented local artisans will offer an amazing variety of hand-made gifts for all tastes and interests in a festive setting on Maymont’s Carriage House Lawn.
The whole family will enjoy a chance to visit with Saint Nicholas, ride on a holiday train, and make-your-own craft activities. Refuel with a cup of hot cocoa and a sweet treat around a cozy fire pit, enjoying the sounds of holiday tunes and the ambience of historic buildings draped in fresh evergreen wreaths and garlands.
Online ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets are non-refundable. Your ticket purchase helps Maymont stay free and open to the public all year long. Merry Market is a rain or shine event, except in case of severe weather. If you are unable to attend the event, please consider your ticket purchase as a donation.
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed for both days of the event in a variety of roles, including event set-up, check-in, bar/ABC (21+ only), craft tent assistance, and general support.
TICKETS
General Admission:
- Adult: $10
- Child (ages 3-16): $6
Maymont Members:
- Free!
Museums for All*:
- Free!
* Available with EBT/SNAP card; tickets can be purchased in advance at The Robins Nature Center or Stone Barn Welcome Center on Fridays-Sundays, 10am-5pm, or at the event.
Food & Beverage Options
A selection of warm comfort food and sweet treats from your favorite local food trucks will be available for separate purchase.
- Cluck N Roll
- Glowin' Coco and Things
- Pop's Kettle Corn
- Sugar Magnolia
- Waffles on Wheels RVA
- Woodhead's Grill
- Cocina Calle (Saturday only)
- Noah's Rockin' Buns (Saturday only)
- Hellenic Kouzina (Sunday only)
- Timber Pizza (Sunday only)
Make It Merry at the Winter Wonder Bar
Enjoy wine, holiday craft beer and more! Drink tokens are $8 each. Must be 21+ to purchase.
Fun for the Whole Family
- Visit with Saint Nicholas
- Ride the holiday train by RVA Express
- Holiday Helpers Craft Station: DIY gifts and decorations
Additional Information
Event parking is available at the Historic Estate Entrance and The Robins Nature Center, in addition to street parking. The primary entrance is through the Hampton Street Entrance at the south end of the Historic Estate parking lot.
The Maymont Mansion is closed for a major historic preservation project.
If your company is interested in sponsoring or being a partner this event, email our development team at development@maymont.org.
Thank you to our event partners!
