Shoppers


Holiday Gift Market 
Florida State Fairgrounds Expo and Entertainment Halls

The Holiday Gift Market is a curated shopping experience, featuring specialty merchants from the Tampa Bay region and beyond.

Merchants include products such as apparel, candles, home goods, artwork, gourmet food, cookware, jewelry, outdoor furniture, pet apparel, holiday décor, and so much more. With the variety of merchants, shoppers will be sure find something for their entire gift list!

 

PURCHASE YOUR HOLIDAY GIFT MARKET TICKETS 

Guest Services

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 little one in our Mothers’ Nook, a calm space to nurse, change, or simply decompress. We’ve designed this area to make parents feel supported while enjoying the Holiday Gift Market.

Gift Wrapping

Complete your shopping at our Gift Wrapping station, donations are warmly appreciated.

Bag Check

Lighten your load at our Bag Check station, thoughtfully staffed by JLT volunteers. Donations are appreciated!

Fan Cave

Enjoy the game in our Fan Cave while your family and friends shop nearby.

HGM FAQs

How do I buy a ticket?

Tickets can be purchased online in advance for $10 or in person during the Market weekend for $12. Due to a limited quantity, we encourage shoppers to purchase special event tickets in advance.

Early Bird General Admission Tickets: $10 available until November 5th.
General Admission Tickets: $12 available November 6th-8th.
*Valid Friday to Sunday. One-day entry only.
**Free admission for children ages five and under.

Please note: Our market is CASHLESS for ticket purchases. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate using credit/debit cards or digital payments.
Merchants inside the market may still accept all forms of payment, including cash, depending on their preference.

Are there a variety of products available for purchase?

Absolutely! We will have over 200 merchants selling at our Market. Many of the merchants are local so your funds help support local small businesses.

Make sure you are following us on social media (Facebook or Instagram) for a sneak peak of some of the merchants who will be in attendance.

What are the hours of the Market?
Thursday, November 12th: Preview Night (special event ticket required):
6 pm – 10 pm VIP Preview Party Admission Ticket
7 pm – 10 pm Preview Night General Admission Ticket
Friday, November 13th: 9 am – 4 pm
Saturday, November 14th: 9 am – 6 pm
Sunday, November 15th: 9 am – 4 pm
Are there any discounts available to shoppers?

Yes! The Bargain Bracelet is back and earns you 10% off all purchases of $25 or more from all merchants at Holiday Gift Market, including many that don’t offer sales and promotions! For $18 advance purchase online and $20 at the door, you can save 10% (off purchases of $25 or more) at the ENTIRE market! Bracelets will sell out, so buy now to guarantee your savings! Spend more & Save more- all while Giving more!

Is the cost of parking at the fairgrounds included in my ticket price?
$10 per car in advance (Paid to the Florida State Fairgrounds)
$12 at the fairground gate (Credit or Debit accepted. Paid to the Florida State Fairgrounds)
This fee is not related to The Junior League of Tampa Holiday Gift Market
To pre-purchase parking, visit https://tickets.floridastatefair.com/p/event/junior-league-holiday-market*NO animals allowed inside, except for trained service animals*
Do I need an additional ticket for special events?

We offer a variety of special events throughout the weekend, including our festive Preview Party, adorable Santa Snaps, sweet Cookies with Santa, and much more!

Make sure to check out all of the exciting offerings on our Eventbrite page. Please note: Tickets for these special events must be purchased separately from your general market admission.

Are food and drinks available for purchase during the Market?

Yes! Fairground concessions will be open during the market, now featuring a variety of fun food trucks along with an array of food and drink options for guests to enjoy.

Who do I contact with questions about tickets or attending the event?

Please email hgmtickets@JLTampa.org with any ticket-related questions. Our team of volunteers will respond as soon as possible.

What if I have questions or need assistance during the event?

Find any of our Junior League volunteers who will be located throughout the Fairgrounds and will be wearing volunteer lanyards.

What do proceeds from the Holiday Gift Market support?

The Holiday Gift Market is The Junior League of Tampa’s largest fundraiser, with 100% of net proceeds supporting our community projects and programs in Tampa Bay. Our projects include:

  • The MILO project which supports childhood literacy by stocking Giving Libraries across Hillsborough County
  • The Love Bundles project which provides backpacks of essentials to children who are entering the foster care system in Hillsborough County
Who runs the Holiday Gift Market?

The Holiday Gift Market (HGM) is planned and executed by volunteers from The Junior League of Tampa. Our HGM committee of over 40 women give their time and talents to pull off this one-of-a-kind shopping experience. They are supported by our over 1900 other volunteers during the Market weekend.

Learn more about our members.