Annual Handcrafted Holiday Market

Kick Off the Holidays at Our Opening Reception! Date: Thursday, November 12 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

Dates: Open weekly through December 18, 2026

Hours: Tuesdays-Fridays from 9am – 4pm & Saturdays from 9am – 1pm

Location: Tryon Arts & Crafts School | 373 Harmon Field Rd, Tryon, NC

Admission: Free & open to the public!

Stop by the Handcrafted Holiday Market at Tryon Arts & Crafts School to discover a gorgeous curated collection of handmade treasures crafted by regional artists and TACS instructors.

What you’ll find rotating through each week:

Handcrafted pottery, ceramics, and stoneware

Unique handmade jewelry and fiber arts

Turned wood, glass work, and metal/iron decor

Festive holiday ornaments, cards, and one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers

Every purchase directly supports regional artists and helps keep hands-on craft alive in our community. Stop by the studio this week to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list!

In addition to the Holiday Market:

“OVERFLOW”: Explore OVERFLOW, a special satellite exhibit presented in connection with Upstairs Artspace’s “Phenomenology of Water” exhibition. OVERFLOW features compelling photography and visual narratives by renowned artist Martha Strawn.

Youth Scholarship Fund:

The TACS Li’l Angels Tree is filled with ornaments donated by area artists, each unique and memorable. By purchasing one of these ornaments, you are supporting our Youth Scholarship Fund, providing equal opportunities to creative kids!

Toy Drive:

TACS will have a donation site in the foyer for toy donations! This collection is hosted by TACS for Thermal Belt Outreach, and will be open for donations through December.

Call To Artists:

Are you interested in vending with us? Please contact our office or visit our website for an Entry Form! We are open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm and Saturdays from 9am-1pm.♦

Community event in Tryon, Polk County, NC 28782.