The second annual Christmas Market is Dec. 2, 2023, at Hermiston Christian School.

EASTERN OREGON — Holiday bazaars are planned throughout the region just in time to find unique gift items for Christmas. Here are details about some upcoming events in Umatilla and Morrow counties:

HERMISTON

Presbyterian Church Bazaar

It is Friday, Nov. 17, 5-8 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Faith Presbyterian Church, 1005 S.E. Ninth St. It includes a Country Kitchen with jellies, homemade treats and canned goods, as well as holiday gifts. (541-567-9642, rebrand.ly/6b5hezf).

Hermiston Parks & Recreation Bazaars

A trio of Christmas Bazaars at three locations — all on Saturday, Nov. 25, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check out the wares of local vendors at Harkenrider Senior Activity Center, 255 N.E. Second St.; the Hermiston Community Center, 415 S. Highway 395; and Maxwell Pavilion, 145 N. First Place. (541-667-5018, bit.ly/hermistonrecreation).

Christmas Market

Back for a second year, the Hermiston Christian School’s event is Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1825 W. Highland Ave. In addition to nearly three dozen local artisans and vendors, HCS students are selling fresh Christmas wreaths and garlands. (hcsmedias@gmail.com, www.hermistonchristianschool.org).

Christmas Merry Market

Returning for its fifth holiday season, the Christmas Merry Market is Friday, Dec. 15, 5-8 p.m. and Dec. 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Arc Building, 215 W. Orchard Ave. It features more than 20 high-end vendors. (541-571-5691, lhamblin@eotnet.net).

BOARDMAN

Winter Market

The Winter Market returns to the SAGE Center with a two-day event at 101 Olson Road. Ladies Night is Friday, No. 17, 6-8 p.m. In addition to vendor shopping, women can catch up with friends with wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres.

The market opens to the general public on Saturday, Nov. 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Shoppers can also enjoy coffee from Boardman Jumpstart Java, and potato products from the Lamb Weston Fry Truck. Also, crafts and sensory play for children is available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Think Big Space classroom. (541-481-7243, www.visitsage.com).

Sam Boardman Holiday Market

The Parent Teacher Organization of Sam Boardman Elementary School is hosting its inaugural Holiday Market. It is Saturday, Dec. 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the school, 301 S.W. Wilson Lane. (sbepto2023@gmail.com, bit.ly/47iZcMI).

ECHO

Echo Church Christmas Bazaar

The Echo Community Church’s annual bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the church’s basement, 21 N. Bonanza St. (541-376-8108).

Echo Christmas Market

Downtown Echo is the place to be on Saturday, Dec. 2 as Wild Bleu Yonder presents the fifth annual Echo Christmas Market. The event, which features two dozen vendors, runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Main Street. (541-571-0080, www.wildbleuyonder.com).

IRRIGON

Irrigon Holiday Craft Bazaar

The event is Sunday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Irrigon Plaza Event Center, 500 NE Main Ave. Cookie decorating with Santa Claus runs from 2-4 p.m. (541-626-2045).

LEXINGTON

Holly Rebekah Christmas Bazaar

The Holly Rebekah Lodge is hosting its annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 2. It runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the lodge, 135 E. Main St. In addition to vendor booths, enjoy cinnamon rolls, cookies and a variety of hot soups. (541-377-0002, rebrand.ly/pazghjl).

STANFIELD

Kids Kraft Bazaar

A bazaar featuring items made by children and youths is Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Stanfield Community Center, 225 Roosevelt Ave. Vendors ages 18 and under can reserve a spot by contacting the Stanfield Public Library (180 W. Coe Ave., 541-449-1254).

Baptist Church Bazaar

The Stanfield Baptist Church’s second annual Christmas Bazaar is Saturday, Dec. 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 310 N.E. Wheeler Ave. In addition to vendor booths, breakfast, lunch and goodies are available by donating to the Women’s Ministry. (541-449-3313).

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To view bazaar happenings throughout the region, read Go! Magazine.