No matter what your age or your level of enthusiasm for the holiday season, it’s tough to deny the magic of a wintertime marketplace. After all, there’s something endlessly charming about strolling through row after row of vendors, indulging in the sights and sounds of the season, and picking up gifts for loved ones. Christmas enthusiasts have surely checked out their fair share of market options, but which reigns supreme as North America’s best? That’s up to you! Through December 2nd, the public can cast their vote for the top holiday market on the continent by partaking in the USA Today Readers’ Choice poll here.
Flickr/Eric Allix Rogers This year’s contenders for best holiday market in North America are varied and truly unique, with options ranging from eclectic to traditional to downright beautiful. Whether you’re looking for a virtual journey back in time or seeking a Christmas experience that will simply take your breath away, you’ll undoubtedly find a favorite among USA Today’s 2019 finalists.
Flickr/Opeyemi Big cities and small towns alike are contenders in this year’s contest, from holiday gatherings in Chicago and San Francisco to quaint markets in Holland, Michigan and Carmel, Indiana.
Flickr/themeowverlord With the exception of the Vancouver Christmas Market, all of the finalists are located in the United States. For a touch of old world Christmas magic, consider the Georgetown Christmas Market in Georgetown, Colorado, where you’ll find plenty of history and Victorian costumes galore.
Flickr/tattoodjay For a more bustling experience, you might opt for the Winter Village at Bryant Park in New York City, which features a gorgeous ice skating rink and plenty of booths for your shopping convenience. No matter which of these markets comes out on top, they all promise to deliver endless holiday cheer.
Have you cast your vote yet? Which of the finalists have you visited, and which spots should have been included among USA Today’s options this year? We certainly want to hear from you, so drop us a line with your opinions in the comment section below!
Flickr/Eric Allix Rogers
This year’s contenders for best holiday market in North America are varied and truly unique, with options ranging from eclectic to traditional to downright beautiful. Whether you’re looking for a virtual journey back in time or seeking a Christmas experience that will simply take your breath away, you’ll undoubtedly find a favorite among USA Today’s 2019 finalists.
Flickr/Opeyemi
Big cities and small towns alike are contenders in this year’s contest, from holiday gatherings in Chicago and San Francisco to quaint markets in Holland, Michigan and Carmel, Indiana.
Flickr/themeowverlord
With the exception of the Vancouver Christmas Market, all of the finalists are located in the United States. For a touch of old world Christmas magic, consider the Georgetown Christmas Market in Georgetown, Colorado, where you’ll find plenty of history and Victorian costumes galore.
Flickr/tattoodjay
For a more bustling experience, you might opt for the Winter Village at Bryant Park in New York City, which features a gorgeous ice skating rink and plenty of booths for your shopping convenience. No matter which of these markets comes out on top, they all promise to deliver endless holiday cheer.
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