Welcome to your ultimate guide to the holiday season in the Coulee Region! As the winter chill settles in and the lights begin to twinkle along the Mississippi, there’s no better place than La Crosse, Wisconsin to dive into festive cheer, support local makers, and discover one-of-a-kind treasures. From the grand tradition of the Holiday Fair & More at the La Crosse Center to cozy pop-up markets and artisan bazaars, this city becomes a hive of creative energy and holiday magic.
Our guide will be updated weekly so be sure to check back for updates!
November
Holiday Pop-Up Shops
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: The Charmant Hotel, La Crosse
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Shop for unique holiday gifts from local artisans
Holiday Open House
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: People’s Food Co-op, La Crosse
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Meet local makers, sample products, and shop local for holiday gifts
Holiday Craft Show Fundraiser
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: Journey Lutheran Church, Onalaska
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A fundraising event with profits going toward food baskets for families in need in the Holmen School District
59th Annual Holly Berry Fair
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: Providence Academy, La Crosse
Time: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A holiday fair featuring local makers, raffles, silent auctions and more
3rd Annual Christmas Craft Fair
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: Ridgeway Community School, MN
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A craft fair featuring handmade items made by local artisans
Crafts in the Country
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: West Paint Creek Synod Church, Waukon
Time: 9a.m. to 2 p.m.
A holiday craft fair featuring local makers and a luncheon
Holmen Craft/Vendor Show
When: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Where: Holmen High School
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lots of crafters and vendors offering a wide variety of items, raffles, concessions, food trucks, etc.
artPOP Holiday Open House
When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Where: artPOP, La Crosse
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Shop some new and exciting vendors, get a first peek at our holiday merch and make a free craft
Downtown Holiday Open House
When: Friday, November 14, 2025
Where: Downtown La Crosse
Time: 4-8 p.m.
An enchanting start to the holiday season with dazzling decorations, jolly tunes, special discounts and more
Winding Ridge Holiday Makers Market
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Where: Havenwood Event Center, Sparta
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
An annual maker’s market featuring a curated selection of local, handcrafted good
Holiday Craft and Bake Sale
When: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Where: Eagle’s Club, La Crosse
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shop local crafts and baked treats sponsored by Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary
Holiday Fair & More
When: November 20-23, 2025
Where: La Crosse Center
Times Vary
A long-standing tradition with crafts, holiday shopping, and more
Craft & Vendor Show
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Sparta American Legion
Time: 9a.m. to 3 p.m.
Shop local for the holidays and support local makers and vendors
Holiday Walk-About 2025
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Downtown Main Street Galesville
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join the hustle and bustle of the holiday season in charming Downtown Galesville
Eagle Crest South Holiday Bazaar
When: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Eagle Crest Communities, La Crosse
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A festive event featuring gifts, crafts, prizes, baked goods, and is free and open to the public
Mistle Toe Market
When: November 22-23, 2025
Where: Fox Hollow Golf Course, Onalaska
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A large holiday market featuring local vendors
Holiday Great River Makers Market
When: Saturday, November 29, 2025
Where: 595 Veterans Parkway, La Crescent
Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Celebrate Small Business Saturday with over 40 local & handmade businesses
