The holiday season is right around the corner, and that means it’s time for one of our most beloved traditions — the Artisan Holiday Market at Rockfish Valley Community Center!
This year’s market will take place on:
Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Rockfish Valley Community Center, 190 Rockfish School Ln, Afton, VA
Our Artisan Market is the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping, connect with neighbors, and celebrate the creativity that thrives in our community. Featuring local artists, craftsmen, food vendors, and Virginia wine, there’s truly something for everyone on your holiday list.
For Artists: An Invitation to Participate
We invite both Gallery Artists and non-Gallery makers to apply for a space in this year’s Artisan Market. Space is limited, so don’t wait to secure your spot!
Fee Options:
- Independent Sales – $50 space rental + $10 table rental (optional).
- Artists handle their own sales and may accept cash, check, or credit card.
- You supply your own bags and tissue.
- Gallery-Handled Sales – Sales run through the Gallery at your current commission rate.
- The Gallery supplies a table (additional tables allowed if they fit in your space).
- A ticketing system will be used.
- You supply your own bags and tissue.
Set-Up Times:
- Friday, November 14 from 4:00–7:00 PM
- Saturday, November 15 from 7:00–9:00 AM
Spaces will be assigned by the Gallery. Signs will be posted on Friday evening to indicate your spot.
How to Apply:
Please complete your application and return it by:
- Bringing it (with fee, if applicable) to the Gallery during business hours (Wed–Sat, 11 AM–4 PM), or
- Mailing it to:
Sharon Nugent
65 Scarlet Tanager
Nellysford, VA 22958
Extras to Make the Market Shine
- Raffle Donations: If you’d like to contribute an item to the holiday raffle, please note this on your application.
- Food & Wine Vendors: We’re thrilled to include delicious offerings to make the market even more festive.
- Handmade & Homemade Only: This event is dedicated to original, artisan-made goods.
Why Participate?
The Artisan Holiday Market will be widely promoted in local newspapers, online event listings, and on Facebook. With shoppers eager to find unique, handmade holiday treasures, this is a wonderful opportunity to share your work, grow your audience, and be part of a festive community event.
Whether you’re an artist ready to showcase your creations, or a community member looking for the perfect gift, we can’t wait to see you at this year’s Artisan Holiday Market!
Stop by Rockfish Gallery & Gifts from Wednesday through Saturday from 11 am to 4 pm., or email [email protected].