Get ready, Dallas! On November 23rd, The Cedars will be the place to be for anyone passionate about local shopping, art, and handmade goods. With the 15th annual Jingle Bash and the 22nd annual Cedars Open Studios happening on the same day, this vibrant neighborhood will be buzzing with opportunities to support local artists, artisans, and small businesses. Whether you’re on the hunt for unique holiday gifts, exploring local art studios, or simply looking to enjoy the creative energy of The Cedars, you won’t want to be anywhere else in the city.
Cedars Open Studio Tour
The Cedars neighborhood transforms into an open studio art tour, where visitors can explore exhibits, live music and performances showcasing the work of over 100 Cedars Artists in studios, galleries, businesses, and public spaces across the neighborhood. Studio tours are followed by a closing reception at 6pm.
The day-long event is FREE and open to the public in the historic Cedars neighborhood just south of downtown Dallas, TX. There will be free transportation around the neighborhood, and you can join Bike Friendly Cedars for a pedal-powered tour in the morning.
This event is presented by the Cedars Open Studios nonprofit organization and the generous sponsorships of local creatives, businesses, and organizations.
Visit their website for more info and to view an interactive tour map: www.cedarsopenstudios.org
Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash
The Etsy Dallas Jingle Bash is a curated 100% handmade artisan shopping event featuring unique, handmade goods. Shop from over 80 artists offering original art, home goods, and artisanal soaps, to local jewelry designers, leather workers, and so much more.
This event is presented by the Dallas Craft Collective a 501(c)(6) non-profit association of creative entrepreneurs. Founded in 2007, our focus it two-fold - to help support and spread the word about the amazing handmade makers in the DFW area and to share and teach the community about the handmade movement.
Both events are free and are perfect timing for a festive weekend, November 23rd!