Holiday Markets in Providence 2026: Downcity Market, the Providence Flea and More
Providence holiday markets for 2026: the Downcity Holiday Market Dec 3–6, the Providence Flea, the Good Trade Makers Market and the Foundry Show.
Where to shop local in Providence this holiday season, from a free Sunday flea to a downtown market and the region’s big artists’ sale. Dates and times are from each organizer.
PVD Downcity Holiday Market, December 3 to 6
Grant’s Block Park at Westminster and Union Streets, spilling along Westminster Street to Mathewson. Thursday and Friday 5 to 9 PM, Saturday noon to 8, Sunday noon to 5, with local vendors selling one-of-a-kind gifts and treats. Its third year, from the Providence Tourism Council and InDowncity, during the tree-lighting weekend. Details.
The Providence Flea holiday markets
Farm Fresh RI Market Hall, 10 Sims Avenue: Sundays 11 AM to 3 PM through December 20 (November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; December 6, 13 and 20), plus a Black Friday night market on November 27, 5 to 9 PM. Local artisans, vintage and food vendors; free admission and free parking. Details.
The Good Trade Makers Market, November 21 and 22
WaterFire Arts Center, 475 Valley Street, 11 AM to 5 PM both days: nearly 100 independent makers, about half from Rhode Island. Ticketed, with a drink included. Details.
The Foundry Show, Pawtucket, December 3 to 13
The Foundry Artists Association’s holiday sale at the Pawtucket Armory: opening reception Thursday, December 3, 5 to 9 PM, then Fridays noon to 8 and Saturdays and Sundays 10 to 5, December 4 to 6 and 11 to 13. Free admission and parking (bring canned goods for the RI Food Bank), with no sales tax. Details.
The indoor Providence Winter Farmers Market also opens November 7, at the same Farm Fresh building as the Flea. More in December: holiday events and Christmas lights.
Sources: InDowncity; The Providence Flea; The Good Trade Makers Market; The Foundry Show, checked October 26, 2026.