Parishes across the diocese are celebrating the season with Christmas bazaars and craft fairs featuring handmade gifts, holiday treats and family fun. Mark your calendar for one — or several — of these festive events.
Nov. 8-9
Christmas Bazaar, handmade gifts, home décor and more, St. Agnes Church, 1910 N. Randolph St., Arlington, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. both days.
Nov. 15
Holiday Craft & Gift Show, vendors, a raffle and a visit from Santa, Sacred Heart Church, 12975 Purcell Rd., Manassas, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. [email protected].
45th Annual Craft Fair, woodcraft, jewelry, fine art, fashion, home décor, food, raffle and more, St. Timothy Church, 13809 Poplar Tree Rd., Chantilly, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. sttimothyparish.org.
Nov. 15-16
Holiday Express Craft and Sweet Shop Sale, lots of sweets, jellies, handmade gifts, crafts, ornaments for Christmas and more, St. Mary of Sorrows Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax, Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sun. 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. 571-338-4047.
Nov. 21-22
25th Annual Christmas Bazaar, featuring artisan vendors, food, raffles and craftmaking, St. Isidore the Farmer Church, 14414 St. Isidore Way, Orange, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. both days. 757-871-3047.
Nov. 22
46th Annual Christmas Bazaar, shopping, food, drinks, silent auction, music, kids’ activities and more, St. John the Beloved Church, 6420 Linway Terr., McLean, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Dec. 6
Christmas Bazaar, St. Joseph Church, 711 N. Columbus St., Alexandria, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Dec. 7
Winter Craft Fair, crafts, holiday items, baked goods and St. Nicholas, St. Leo the Great Church (in school gym), 3700 Blenheim Blvd., Fairfax, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
St. Nicholas Market, food, drinks, live music, local vendors, kids’ activities, St. Nick and more, St. Rita Church, 3815 Russell Rd., Alexandria, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
