01 Dec Merry Melrose in December!
A MONTH-LONG LOCAL HOLIDAY SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
Each Sunday in December there’s a line-up of holiday surprises, discounts and giveaways, alongside 260 of LA’s favorite creative artisans & vintage dealers, delicious food & beverage options and live music.
Ditch the mall and spend your holiday dollars locally with artists, artisans and vintage collectors at the Melrose Trading Post. Whether you’re looking for a handmade candle, handcrafted jewelry, or a special vintage treasure, MTP’s got it all! Get scannable advance tickets here, or explore the options below for free or discounted entry.
EXPLORE OUR DECEMBER CALENDAR:
GO TO: 12/7 • 12/14 • 12/21 • 12/28
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7
ON STAGE
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- 11:00AM – Wellness Through Words with Eclectuals Book Market:
- 12:30PM – Andrew Sheppard
- 2:15PM – Grand Arts Jazz Carolers
- 3:00PM – Doug Organ Trio
- 12-3 PM – Tunes from DJ VFRESH (in the Blue Section)
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• MÁGICO TOY DRIVE – DONATE A TOY FOR FREE ENTRY!
We’ve partnered again with Mágico Toy Drive (run by Fairfax High School Alumna, Virginia Bulacio) as a collection location for 11/30, 12/7, and 12/14.
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Melrose Trading Post, and you’ll get into the market for free all day long!
• PROSPERITY MARKET ON MELROSE
MAKE A PURCHASE or DONATE FOR FREE ENTRY!
Prosperity Market – the mobile farmers market spotlighting Black farmers, food producers, chefs, and entrepreneurs in Los Angeles – will bring its new mobile trailer to the Melrose Trading Post, outside the Melrose entrance of the market.
Officially launching early next year, Prosperity Market’s 48-foot farmers market-on-wheels will pop-up with a selection of products and local seasonal produce from Black-owned vendors and farmers, perfect for host gifts, stocking stuffers, holiday entertaining, and more. Prosperity Market will also feature their new gift sets, including the Self Care Box, Taste of Prosperity, and Gourmet Flavor Box. Businesses like Pecan Amor, Ace Naturals, Gloria’s Shito, and Tranquilitea complement the 260+ vendors at the Melrose Trading Post.
- Those who make a purchase with Prosperity Market will earn FREE ENTRY to MTP.
- Prosperity Market will also offer an opportunity to Purchase Prosperity Market gift cards, which will be donated to Angelenos in need. Those who donate will receive 2 FREE VOUCHERS to MTP!
• GRAND ARTS JAZZ CAROLERS
Student performers from Ramón C. Cortines School of Visual and Performing Arts will be joining us on Sundays 12/7, 12/14, and 12/21 to perform holiday carols throughout the market.
GET CRAFTY: ARTIST-LED WORKSHOPS
Create a special holiday gift with love at MTP. These artist-led crafting workshops are scheduled throughout the month. Discover the full workshop calendar here.
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- “How To Grow A Tree” Healing Watercolor Meditation with kid˚MANDU
- Greenway Main Stage – 11 AM-12:20 PM – FREE WITH MTP ADMISSION
- Catitude Holiday Magnet Workshop with Liz Jiang
- Space Y44 – Drop In – FREE FOR THE FIRST 25 PARTICIPANTS!
- Circular Fashion Re-Dye to Re-Love
- Space B119-120 – Drop In – Starts at $15
- “How To Grow A Tree” Healing Watercolor Meditation with kid˚MANDU
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14
ON STAGE
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- 11:30AM – Intermission Healing Soundbath with Dr. Kischa
- 12:30PM – Estilo y Gracia with Juan Cosme
- 2:15PM – Grand Arts Jazz Carolers
- 3:00PM – Sierra Sellers
- 12-3 PM – Tunes from DJ VFRESH (in the Blue Section)
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• MÁGICO TOY DRIVE – DONATE A TOY FOR FREE ENTRY!
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Melrose Trading Post, and you’ll get into the market for free all day long!
• 📸 Santa LIVE! at the Melrose Trading Post
Free Bespoke Video/Photo opp with Rock ‘n Roll Santa Claus from 12-3PM!
Discover “Santa’s Listening Room” filled with vintage record crates for rockin’ MTP twist on the classic Mall Santa.
• GRAND ARTS JAZZ CAROLERS
• FISHBOWL ENTREPRENEURS POP UP • B118-119
GET CRAFTY: ARTIST-LED WORKSHOPS
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- Circular Fashion Re-Dye to Re-Love
- Space B105-106 – Drop In – Starts at $15
- Circular Fashion Re-Dye to Re-Love
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- Charmed LA DIY Travel Journals & Bracelets
- Space R26 – Drop In
- Charmed LA DIY Travel Journals & Bracelets
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SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21
ON STAGE
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- 11:30AM – Wellness Through Words with Eclectuals Book Market:
- Inner Guidance Meditation with Vanessa LeMaistre
- 12:30PM – Kovey Coles
- 2:15PM – Grand Arts Jazz Carolers
- 3PM –Low Poly Cactus
- 12-3 PM – Tunes from DJ VFRESH (in the Blue Section)
- 11:30AM – Wellness Through Words with Eclectuals Book Market:
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• 📸 Santa LIVE! at the Melrose Trading Post
Free Bespoke Video/Photo opp with Rock ‘n Roll Santa Claus from 12-3PM!
• GRAND ARTS CAROLERS
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 28
ON STAGE
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- 11:30AM – Intermission Healing Soundbath with Dr. Kischa
- 12:30PM – Dakota Dry
- 2:15PM – LA Poet Society
- 12-4 PM – Tunes from DJ VFRESH (in the Blue Section)
- 3PM – Dominique Ilie
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• Loved Again Pets Adoption Fair
If your New Year’s Resolution is to give a foster dog a furever home in 2026, you’re in luck! Join us at MTP for an Adoption Fair with Loved Again Pets.
EVERY SUNDAY IN DECEMBER
FREE Admission for…
IATSE, SAG/AFTRA AND ACTORS EQUITY MEMBERS
In solidarity with our local industry unions, we’re offering free admission for IATSE, SAG/AFTRA and ACTORS EQUITY Members with Union ID.
Shop local vintage and artisan vendors in an outdoor holiday market like no other, including:
- Artist-Made Photo Opps throughout the market – Including a Flower Wall, giant “LA” letters, and Mega Mirror Wall for Group Selfies!
- Typewriter Poets from the L.A. Poet Society
- Live Music & Food to enjoy!