Nov. 18
Robots and Rainbows Art Show Check out the bright and vibrant artwork on display at BART. The eclectic collection, which will include upcycled robot sculptures, unicorn shoes and more, is up for grabs, so get your shopping done early, play some Galaga, have a nice cold pint and wait for the holiday season to blow over. Wednesday; BART, 1205 N. Mills Ave; 407-796-2522; bartcade.com; free
Nov. 21
C-Note Collection
This grab-and-go art show is all about bolstering local artists. With all art prints priced at $100 or less, you won't have to go broke to provide your loved ones with the gift of culture. 8 p.m. Saturday; The Falcon, 819 E. Washington St.; 407-423-3060; thefalconbar.com; free
McRae Art Studios' Holiday Fine Art Sale Ditch the mall and head to McRae Art Studios as they open up 23 artist studios just in time for holiday shopping. Browse through the huge selection of paintings, photographs, mixed media, jewelry and more. 4-9 p.m. Saturday; McRae Art Studios, 904 Railroad Ave., Winter Park; 407-599-9956; mcraeartstudios.com; free
Nov. 28
Breakfast with Santa
Bring the kids to East End Market to spend some quality time with Santa Claus. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to Santa share holiday stories. When you aren't snapping pictures with the big guy, indulge in some dancing and gift-making. 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. Saturday; East End Market, 3201 Corrine Drive; 321-236-3316; eastendmkt.com; $20-$35
Dec. 4
Small Things Considered
A plethora of local artists puts 10-inch-by-10-inch paintings up for sale at Arts on Douglas' annual holiday extravaganza, which also features ceramics, decorative glass, etchings and more. Who doesn't love bite-sized art in their stocking? Friday, through Jan. 9; Arts on Douglas, 123 Douglas St., New Smyrna Beach; 386-428-1133; artsondouglas.net; free
Dec. 5-6
6th Annual Holiday Boutique
This festive boutique offers a trove of unique hand-crafted gifts made by Florida artisans. Come hungry – there's going to be a holiday soup café and baked goods. 4-8 p.m. Saturday, and noon-4 p.m. Sunday; Gateway Center for the Arts, 880 N. 17-92, DeBary; 386-668-5553; gatewaycenter forthearts.org; free
15th Annual Crealdé Holiday Art Sale
The Crealdé holiday market meets all your artisanal gift needs as local artists display pottery, sculptures, paintings, jewelry, prints and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Sunday; Crealdé School of Art, 600 St. Andrews Blvd.; 407-671-1886; crealde.org; free
Dec. 6
Big Bang Bazaar
More than 100 crafters, artisans, artists and more hawk their wares at this indie arts, crafts and vintage bazaar. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Sanford Civic Center, 401 E. Seminole Blvd., Sanford; 407-906-3244; bigbangazaar.net; free
Sparkle Market
Dandelion Communitea Café does the holidays right: live music, local handmade gifts and delicious food. Forget Apple, buy local. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Dandelion Communitea Café, 618 N. Thornton Ave.; 407-362-1864; dandelion communitea.com; free
Dec. 12
Central Florida Artisans' Guild Holiday Craft Show
This annual event at the quaint ABA's Attic Boutique brings together dozens of local artists who pride themselves on their respective crafts – jewelry, tasty treats, knitting and much more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; ABA's Attic Boutique, 3183 S. Conway Road; 321-236-7473; abasattic.com; free
Dec. 13
Grandma Party Bazaar
It may seem like just any Stardust Video & Coffee event with local favorites like Wet Nurse and Timothy Eerie rocking the house, but Grandma Party's main appeal is the hand-picked local, handmade and vintage vendors whose goods are sure to please any eclectic collector on your holiday list. 10 a.m. Sunday; Stardust Video & Coffee, 1842 E. Winter Park Road; 407-623-3393; grandmapartybazaar.tumblr.com; free
