Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair

Get ready, Berkeley—the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair is back and better than ever!

For 42 years, this Christmas market has been the go-to spot for holiday cheer, gift shopping, and discovering incredible local talent.

How to Experience the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair

Dates

Mark your calendars! The Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair spans two weekends this year: December 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 2025.

Hours

The fair is open daily from 11am-6pm, giving you plenty of time to shop.

Location

The fair has been relocated from Telegraph Avenue. Find the fair at 3100 Adeline Street, between Ashby and MLK Jr. Way

Plan Your Route

Getting there is a breeze. Berkeley’s walkable streets and easy public transit make the fair accessible to everyone. If you're taking BART, get off at the Ashby station.

Don’t Rush

This isn’t a market to rush through! Take your time wandering through the vendor booths, enjoying live music, and chatting with the artisans who make this event so special. And because it's free to attend, you can plan to visit on multiple different days, giving yourself a fresh perspective and catching things you didn't see during your first walk-through.

Multicolor telegraph mural on the side of a building in Berkeley

What Makes the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair Special?

Handmade Gifts

If you’re shopping for holiday gifts that scream “one of a kind,” you’re in the right place. With more than 200 vendors, the fair is packed with handcrafted jewelry, funky art, cozy knitwear, offbeat decor, and so much more.

Live Music

Shopping is better with a soundtrack! As you browse, listen to the melodies as local musicians perform and set the tone for your holiday outing.

Fine Food

Sample some of the finest cuisine in Berkeley at nearby restaurants, and with local food vendors popping up and offering special holiday treats and goodies each weekend.

Free Gift Wrapping

What's better than finding the perfect gift? Having it wrapped up beautifully with a bow for you and ready to hand to the lucky recipient. Less work for you means more time to enjoy the holidays.

Supporting Local Creatives This Holiday Season

There’s no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than by supporting local artisans, and the Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair is the perfect place to do just that. Shopping local is truly giving back. It’s a gift for both the person on your list and the community.

So go ahead, treat yourself to that handmade candle or quirky art print. You’re contributing to a tradition that celebrates creativity, culture, and connection in Berkeley.

Celebrate the Holidays in Berkeley

The magic of the holidays extends beyond the fair. Just a short drive away, you can visit Fourth Street to admire the dazzling holiday lights. Whether you’re checking out the lights, attending a special holiday event, or scoring more holiday goodies, Berkeley is brimming with festive charm.

Families visit the different shops on Fourth Street while admiring trees covered in Christmas lights

Make a Weekend of It

Ready to make some memories? Book a stay at one of our charming hotels and start planning your holiday getaway today.