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December 1, 2025

Palmer Events Center to Host Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, Markets for Makers, and More in December

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AUSTIN, Texas – The Palmer Events Center will host five events during the month of December, including the Sports Inc. 2025 Outdoor Footwear and Apparel Meeting, Horror for the Holidays, Markets for Makers, the 2025 TSBPA Swearing In Ceremony, and the 2025 Armadillo Christmas Bazaar.

The Sports Inc. 2025 Outdoor Footwear and Apparel Meeting will take place at the Palmer Events Center Dec. 2-4, assisting independent sporting goods retailers with competitive buying opportunities from partnered suppliers.

Horror for the Holidays returns to the Palmer Events Center Dec. 6-7, featuring hordes of horror vendors, an evil Santa, a Krampus parade, elf races, craft classes, performers, photo ops, a film festival, and other horror-related activities.

Markets for Makers also takes place at the Palmer Events Center Dec. 6-7, bringing together independent artists and makers specializing in home décor, fashion, art, design, food, and more in a fun and inspiring environment that champions community.

The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) will host its 2025 TSBPA Swearing-in Ceremony on Dec. 13 at the Palmer Events Center.

The Armadillo Christmas Bazaar will celebrate its 50th season Dec. 13-21 at the Palmer Events Center, 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. daily, featuring nine days of live music and Austin’s longest-running holiday art market. The holiday market features fine art, handmade gifts, and more, transforming holiday shopping into a one-of-a-kind cultural experience.

The monthly event calendar for the Palmer Events Center can be found at www.palmereventscenter.com.

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