2nd Annual European Holiday Market Celebrates “Heart of The Holidays”
Event Sponsored by the Manatee Memorial Hospital and Foundation
Returning to the Bradenton Area Convention Center December 4-7, running 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., the European Holiday Market will once again bring old-world charm to Florida’s West Coast. Now in its second year, the event offers a uniquely cultivated shopping experience featuring an eclectic mix of artisan vendors, seasonal culinary delights, interactive attractions, and, of course, a special visit from Old Saint Nicholas himself.
The title sponsor of this year’s event is the Manatee Memorial Hospital and Foundation and celebrates the Heart of Holidays, where marketgoers can enjoy all the merriment that makes the holiday season special.
European-inspired dishes and beverages will be offered by the Bradenton Area Convention Center’s new in-house catering company, Gulf Islands Hospitality, like gourmet Belgian waffles, Polish perogies, Bavarian pretzels, and traditional Glühwein served in a keepsake Holiday Market mug.
On December 5th, join us for a ‘Poppin’ Jazz Christmas,’ an unforgettable evening with The Pops Orchestra’s Jazz Combo filling the stunning new Grand Ballroom with seasonal sounds. The purchase of a Poppin’ Jazz Christmas ticket includes one general admission ticket to the European Holiday Market on the day of the concert (Dec. 5th). Tickets are $40.
This year’s European Holiday Market Ticket Pricing Features:
$5 pre-sale (until December 4th) at the Manatee Performing Arts Center or online
$5 for veterans and educators with valid credentials
$5 discount for group sales of 5 tickets or more
$10 at door (post December 4th)
Kids 12 and under are free
This year’s selection of more than 40 vendors includes Madison Marilla, the breakout star of Netflix’s Emmy-award winner series, “Love on the Spectrum.” Her booth will feature her “Madizen” bracelets, custom necklaces including shells found on Anna Maria Island, and hand-crafted Christmas ornaments.
Learn more at europeanholidaymarket.com or visit
@EuropeanHolidayMarket on Instagram and Facebook .
Access the event media kit here.
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About the European Holiday Market
The European Holiday Market, brings old-world charm to Florida’s shores, evoking the traditions, sights, sounds, and tastes of Europe with a Gulf Coast twist. Presented by the Bradenton Area Convention Center, the Holiday Market will run from December 4 through December 7 and offer market goers the opportunity to enjoy artisans selling seasonal treasures, European-inspired delicacies, festive beverages, interactive activities, and seasonal entertainment.
About the Bradenton Area Convention Center
The Bradenton Area Convention Center is a state-of-the-art facility conveniently located near the heart of downtown Bradenton. The convention center recently completed a $54 million renovation project to make it the picture-perfect companion for the premier Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa, connecting the properties via a climate-controlled corridor. Easily accessed from two international airports and multiple major highways, the Bradenton Area Convention Center can host events of up to 3,800 people right next to world-class beaches and laid-back downtown.
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