As the holiday season approaches, Marfa’s community spirit shines brightly with the Marfa Holiday Crawl on Saturday, December 9. This annual event invites locals and visitors alike to explore the unique charm of the town while supporting small businesses, savoring holiday treats, and discovering the talents of local artisans.
Shop Small – Shop Local
The Marfa Holiday Crawl encourages everyone to embrace the spirit of the season by shopping slow and small. A wide array of participating businesses will be offering special sales, pop-up shops, and delightful holiday treats throughout the day. This is a fantastic opportunity to find one-of-a-kind gifts for loved ones and immerse yourself in Marfa’s vibrant creative scene.
A Taste of the Crawl
Here’s a taste of what you can expect during the Marfa Holiday Crawl:
- Big Sandy Coffee: Hosting vendor pop-ups from 7:30 am to 4 pm at 317 W San Antonio Street. Visit bigsandycoffee.com for more information.
- Bitter Sugar: Offering warm, holiday drinks, including hot chocolate, mulled wine, and cider. Guests can also create dried orange ornaments to take home. Open from 8 am to 2 pm and 5 pm to 8 pm at 201 E Dallas Street. Visit bittersugar.cafe for details.
- Bordo: Enjoy a free scoop of gelato for locals from 11 am to 3 pm at 1210 W San Antonio Street. More information can be found at bordomarfa.com.
- Cactus Liquors: Offering a variety of samples and vendor pop-ups from 11 am to 9 pm at 405 S Highland Ave. Visit cactusliquorsmarfa.com for details.
- Cobra Rock: Enjoy wine and late-night shopping for holiday gifts like perfume, coats, and leather goods. Wine tasting starts at 6 pm. Open from 10 am to 5 pm and 6 pm to 9 pm at 211 S Dean Street. Visit cobrarock.com for more information.
- Collin Waters Pottery: Find a pop-up at Cactus Liquors from 12 pm to 4 pm at 405 S Highland Ave. Check out their Instagram for updates.
Art and More
In addition to shopping and festive treats, the Marfa Holiday Crawl showcases the talent of local artists and artisans. Various businesses will be hosting pop-up art exhibitions and other exciting events:
- Gretel Enck Book Launch: Join the book launch party for “The Encyclopaedia of Useless Things,” a middle grades mystery novel by Marfa author Gretel Enck. The event includes author reading and signing, a Q&A session, and books for sale from 11:00 am to 12:00 noon at Bitter Sugar Cafe (201 E. Dallas Street).
- MAINTENANT: Discover the work of local artists at 1900 Rabbits Road from 4 pm to 6:30 pm. Visit Instagram and maintenantmarfa.com for more details.
- Marfa Cement Works: Enjoy a 15% discount for all area locals with an ID from 12 pm to 5:30 pm at 125 N Highland. Find out more at marfacementworks.com.
- Marfa Studio of Arts: Benefit from a 25% local discount on MSA merchandise, with wine served starting at 6 pm. Open from 1 pm to 8 pm at 106 E San Antonio Street. Visit marfastudioarts.org for details.
- Ranch Candy: Experience sales all weekend, along with old-fashioned popcorn garland making and vintage DIY craft kits. Open from 11 am to 5 pm at 215 Highland Street. Explore shopranchcandy.com for more information.
- Romi Gold Jewelry: Find a pop-up at Cactus Liquors from 12 pm to 4 pm at 405 S Highland Ave. Check out their Instagram for updates.
- Rule Gallery: Join the Holiday Shindig from 4 pm to 7 pm at 204 E San Antonio Street. Enjoy mulled wine and cookies alongside a 15% off one-day sale. Visit rulegallery.com for details.
- Tina Rivera: Discover hand-beaded flowers and handmade soaps at a pop-up at Cactus Liquors from 12 pm to 4 pm at 405 S Highland Ave. Check out their Instagram for updates.
Supporting Small Businesses
The Marfa Holiday Crawl is a testament to the strong community bonds and the town’s commitment to supporting local businesses. Whether you’re seeking unique gifts, indulging in holiday treats, or immersing yourself in Marfa’s artistic flair, this event promises a delightful experience for all.
As you explore the Marfa Holiday Crawl, you’ll not only find treasures to cherish but also become a part of the vibrant tapestry that makes Marfa a special place during the holiday season. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate the spirit of giving, art, and community in the heart of West Texas. Thank you for supporting small businesses and celebrating the season with Marfa’s Holiday Crawl.
