On the hunt for some unique, hand-crafted Christmas gifts? Check out some of the awesome Christmas markets that are happening right here in Iowa! A new article from Midwest Living recommends the Winter Solstice Market in Winterset.

The Winter Solstice Market is held at two buildings at the Winterset Courthouse Square: the Winterset Livery and the Warehouse on 2nd. The two-day indoor shopping experience features "curated arts, crafts, and food" from "talented local creators." This year's event is set for Friday, December 13th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, December 14th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Another unique Iowa Christmas market coming up in December is Kerstmarkt in Pella. It's an outdoor Dutch Christmas market at Molengracht Plaza featuring food, drinks, live entertainment, and lots of shopping.

Kerstmarkt will take place on Thursday, December 5th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, December 6th from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday, December 7th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Here are some other craft markets and vendor fairs in Eastern Iowa and beyond that are coming up in the next month or so:

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