MAKRS Holiday Fest Nov. 28: local artisans, live music, wrestling, more…

The MAKRS Society is presenting its 6th Annual MAKRS Holiday Fest on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh, North Carolina. Shop from 200+ local vendors for the perfect holiday presents. It's free to attend. This is a perfect opportunity to shop local on Small Business Saturday! What to Expect Food truck rodeo Live music and a DJ Holiday wrestling ring featuring Santa, the Grinch and more! Savvy Scales Reptile Corner Freedom Ride Puppy Adoption Magic shows Roaming performers VR Amusement More Schedule 11 a.m.to 6 p.m.: DJ K Stones at Fayetteville and Martin Streets 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.: Triangle Sax Ensemble at Fayetteville and Davie Streets 12 to 4 p.m.: Stilt Walker 12 to 5 p.m.: Life Size Igloo at City Plaza (fairy performer inside!) 12 to 6 p.m. Holiday wrestling matches at City Plaza (see below for the matchups!) 1:15 to 2 p.m.: Trombone Christmas at Fayetteville and Davie Streets Check back soon for more of the schedule! Wrestling Match-Ups Matches on the hour, every hour (12, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 p.m.) Santa vs Scrooge Tiny Tim vs Mistletoe Ice Queen vs Oogie Boogie Grinch vs Buddy The Elf Malcolm X Mas vs Yukon Cornelius Gingerbread Man vs Santa’s Little Helper

Last updated October 27, 2026