Be sure to stop by A Very Merry Farmers Market on Saturdays in December. Santa makes a special visit to the market on December 9 and 16 to hear wish lists and take photos, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Look for him at the Gingerbread House at Parking Garage Plaza, 160 S. Boyd St.

With more than 100 vendors weekly, the Winter Garden Farmers Market located at the Downtown Pavilion (104 S. Lakeview Ave.), is a great place for seasonal decorations, holiday flowers and plants, wreaths, gift items, fresh produce, sweet treats, artisan food, desserts, and more to make your holidays festive.