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A Christmas Affair®
Palmer Events Center
Austin, Texas

Featuring more than 200 merchants from across the country from a wide variety of categories–gifts, clothing for men, women, and children, home and holiday decor, jewelry, and much more–A Christmas Affair® is the largest market of its kind in the nation hosting more than 25,000 shoppers each year.

Purchase Your A Christmas Affair® Market, Party, and Experiences Tickets Here

 

 

 

Browse our Shopping Guide and 2025 Merchant Map

 

 

 

The A Christmas Affair® 2025 Silent Auction is officially OPEN! This year marks the 50th anniversary of A Christmas Affair®, and we have curated an unforgettable auction lineup filled with one-of-a-kind experiences, luxury items, family favorites, and exclusive getaways. Every bid brings us closer to funding The Junior League of Austin’s signature programs like Coats for Kids, Food In Tummies (FIT), and Kids In Cool Shoes (KICS). These programs directly impact thousands of children and families across Central Texas every year.

 

 

A Christmas Affair® Raffles: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of A Christmas Affair® by winning an exquisite necklace from Benold’s Jewelers, take your backyard BBQ to the next level with the Traeger Ironwood XL, the ultimate all-in-one grill and smoker, or add a timeless, custom touch to your little one’s world with this beautiful collection from Farmhaus Embroidery!

 

 

 Decoration and Merchandise:
 Buy the A Christmas Affair® decor and branded merchandise that also help fuels the mission of The Junior League of Austin.

 

 

Bag Check:
Located in the South Lobby near the main entrance, service available during market hours. $3 per item.
**Due to space and capacity limitations at Palmer Events Center, strollers, rolling bags and carts are not permitted at A Christmas Affair.**

 

 

 

            Mother’s Room:
            Two Mother’s Rooms are located on the north side of  Palmer Events Center

 

 

 

  Parking:
 Parking at Palmer Events Center is limited, and is not included with the purchase of any A Christmas Affair® ticket. We offer a complimentary shuttle between Barton Creek Mall & Palmer Events Center

 

 

 Watch Party:
Catch your favorite game on the West Canopy while your family friends and family shop!