Thousands Expected to Visit NH’s Ultimate Holiday Pop-Up Store This Weekend

A family visits with Santa at the 2023 Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.

MANCHESTER, NH — Thousands of shoppers are expected to flock to the Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival on Nov. 23 & 24 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown Hotel at 700 Elm St. in Manchester to buy holiday gifts from more than 70 vendors while enjoying the sounds and sights of the holiday season.

The ultimate holiday pop-up store, The Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival not only features an array of unique New England-made gift items ranging from chocolates, lotions and furniture, it also features fun for the whole family.

The Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival is open:

Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, children can visit with and take their picture with Santa for free. They can also make free crafts with Mrs. Claus.
• There will be holiday entertainment on the main stage throughout the weekend, including Northern Voices A Capella, the Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group, Brother Seamus Music, Knowhere Kids and The Funky Divas of Gospel.
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The Funky Divas of Gospel pewrform at the 2023 Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.

• Children can shop for the special people in their lives in Candy Cane Corner, a special kids-only shopping area where everything is just $2 and the proceeds go to support Nashua Children's Home.

• Everyone will enjoy the opportunity to visit with rescue animals.

An attendeee snuggles with a rescue animal at the 2023 Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival.

•  There will be a free face painting booth for some fun holiday face art.

• Adults 21+ can head over to the Holiday Spirits Aisle to sample and buy delicious local wines, beer and spirits.

This is a great outing to enjoy with family and friends while finding unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list. The Very Merry Holiday Gift Festival is presented by Granite Media Group, producers of the Made in NH Expo.

 Ticket are $6 for adults and $5 for seniors (65+). Children under 14 are free! Tickets are available online or at the door. More information can be found at VeryMerryFestival.com or on Facebook and Instagram.