Winter Stories, the Christmas pop up of El Paracaidista
Socks, pajamas, sweaters with reindeer drawings... Enough! There is a whole world beyond the typical Christmas gifts.
Vintage clothing, stationery decoration, jewelry, lighting, handmade accessories, organic cosmetics... We have compiled the most original markets in Madrid where to find the perfect gift (or self-gift) for these dates.
Say hello to Christmas surrounded by design, crafts, live music and very good vibes!
**THE PARACAIDIST - WINTER STORIES (Calle de La Palma 10) **
The most transgressive and at the same time the most emblematic concept store in Madrid will host in its space of more than 3,000 square meters Winter Story, your particular Christmas proposal.
“We started with the idea of a small pop up and in the end Winter Stories ended up occupying the entire building”, says Juan Fraile, founder of El Paracaidista.
A selection of over 100 emerging brands with a history, some values, a reason for being. “We have also tried that the firms themselves attend in the different corners so that they can present themselves to the public”, explains Juan.
We love the sustainable collection of Latitude, by María Almazán, that she also has different events scheduled in which she will explain how she makes garments rescuing merino wool and always working under sustainability criteria.
Merry (and alternative) Christmas Madrid!
The dandy-style gentleman's shoes from Javier Morato They are undoubtedly the perfect gift for any self-respecting gentleman. Stop by his booth, because His mother, a native of Valverde del Camino and a shoemaker all her life, will also be there, flaunting her skill. Could there be anything more hipster?
Looking for something very special? On the first floor you will find Araceli García's leather bags, made in Ubrique. Ella's Perception limited edition collection features six models each oriented to a part of a woman's instinctive nature: the paths, the ancestral spirit, the tides, the creative, the forest and purification.
You'll want to wear **the sustainable sneakers from Mercredy. ** For each pair, they recycle two plastic bottles, most of which are recovered from the large “plastic islands” that are forming in the oceans.
go up to the roof for a snack or try the cocktails of Cubanism to put the icing on the cake for a most original Christmas shopping afternoon.
More than 100 emerging brands with a history, values and a reason for being
**SINGULAR MARKET - CHRISTMAS GARDEN (San Cayetano, 8) **
From Tuesday, November 27, the ** Singular Market ** showroom on San Cayetano street opens its particular Christmas garden decorated with bouquets, crowns and flowers of Brumalis, the signature of Loreto Munoz and Mariluz Penalver that every florist addict has on their places-to-be list.
You can also acquire exclusively the floral ornaments by Brumali .
Until Sunday December 2.
Singular Market and Brumalis come together to welcome you in their wonderful Christmas Garden
THE FESTIVAL BY SALESAS VILLAGE
Next Saturday, December 1, Salesas Village celebrates its Christmas edition in the epicenter of the neighborhood: the street Campoamor. The most cosmopolitan street market in Madrid meets again art, gastronomy, culture and music outdoors in the Madrid neighborhood of Las Salesas.
fashion and accessories They assume an important role thanks to firms such as Bohemian Blue, Socketts, Coki Madrid, The Cool Cactus, Arena Martínez, We are Chaw or Chal y pepper.
lovers of decor they will find their particular paradise at the hands of Señor Bermúdez, Prima Portia, Air Plants El chico llama and La Mantika.
On Saturday, December 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
**COCOL (Costanilla de San Andrés, 18) **
In the Christmas market of ** Cocol Madrid, ** in addition to finding high quality pieces, you will be supporting small artisans and designers From whose hands true works of art are born.
stop by the Straw Square to browse among the ceramics of Clara Doblas, the originals necklaces Umi Mun, the knitwear Counting Clouds, the notebooks of land of paper and the collages of Lara Lars.
The weekend from November 30 to December 2, from 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
**MOLLY MARKET (COAM, Hortaleza 63) **
One more year, independent creators will meet at the ** Molly Market ,** the market located in the Official College of Architects of Madrid (COAM) in whose stalls they coexist design and decoration pieces, fashion and jewellery, illustrations and even gastronomy.
In this edition there will be no lack of concerts, workshops and activities for the whole family.
In addition, coinciding with the celebration of the Molly Market, the COAM convenes the design market again Pop Arq Store, in which they can participate architects and architecture students who make objects of their own design.
Saturday 8 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday, December 9, from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
**MALAMARKET (Two of May Square) **
“The meeting point for people with love for design, objects made to last and local consumption”. This is how Malamarket is defined, the open-air design market that will occupy the Plaza del Dos de Mayo during on Saturdays in December.
In addition to stalls where you can buy design objects, handicrafts and illustrations, there will be a multitude of activities such as acoustic concerts, workshops, competitions and children's events.
On December 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 12 noon to 8 p.m.
**DESIGN MARKET – XMAS VIBES (Crystal Gallery of the Palacio de Cibeles) **
The Design Market celebrates its christmas edition in the Palacio de Cibeles with many surprises that you cannot miss: fashion, decoration, illustrations,...
In the musical section, they will have the performances by groups like Ganges and Kazy Lambist; Y Mexifoods4U It will fill your stomach.
_On December 8 and 9 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. You can buy your advance ticket for €2 here. _
**ENGINE MARKET (Railway Museum) **
Afternoon Christmas shopping? The Motor Market is always a good option: vintage pieces, furniture, curious objects, stationery, fashion… and food trucks with live music! Does anyone give more?
Its next edition will be on Saturday, December 8, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 9 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
**SHELLS MARKET (The Green House, Torrelodones) **
The third edition of the Mercado de las Conchas is installed in this charming colonial-style house offering two floors of exhibitors where they reign vintage details and craftsmanship.
On our wish list are hats and headdresses from Muunt Hats, porcelain tableware Grandma Parsley, hand painted boxes RASA by US and eco cosmetics Aromatic Path.
In the gastro section, don't miss the chocolate brownie from La Mascotte Restaurant and 100% natural ice creams from Bico from Xeado. There will also be gastronomic tastings such as the delicious honey from Sánchez Galletero.
December 15 and 16 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
**NOMADA MARKET – HELLO CHRISTMAS EDITION (Barley Market) **
Nómada Market will welcome Christmas at the Mercado de la Cebada with original and creative proposals for fashion, jewelry, footwear, lighting, furniture, stationery and a host of other disciplines.
Among the firms that will meet in this long-awaited Christmas edition are Bombay Sunset, Poppy Color, Cookie Heart, Quarterbag, Entropy, Hammels Sunglasses, Little Ufo and Zocco Handmade.
On Friday, December 14 from 5 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 December from 12 to 9 p.m.
**CUCAS MARKET (Agustín de Betancourt, 25) **
The Mercado de las Cucuas, with a permanent location in Las Lomas, celebrates its pop up edition in the 25th avenue space with an interesting selection of vintage furniture and decor, clothing and accessories.
From December 1 to 15.
**POP UP MADRIT (Goya 41) **
Located at Goya 41, Pop Up MadrIt is a two-story multi-brand space full of fashion and unique accessories. Looking for a personalized gift? Take a look at Maria Munn's initial pendants.
we love them too Bamym handbags, Amoralima coloteros and Vaimoni minimalist jewelry. For them? Colorful socks, bow ties with animal motifs and Behao shirts and vests.
From Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Goya 41.
**THE ROYAL MARKET (Serrano 25, Fuencarral 94) **
Fashion, decoration, jewelry, footwear, accessories... If the gift (or self-gift) you are looking for exists, it is certainly in The Royal Market.
The handmade jewelery of Aran Studio and the sunglasses of Ann & Jouss they are already in our letter to the Magi.
From Wednesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Serrano 25 and Fuencarral 94.
**POP UP CHIC (Hermosilla 13) **
One that has already become a classic in the capital. under the slogan “the shopping revolution”, Pop Up Chic offers a varied selection of fashion and home items.
The hippie jackets, like the ones from La Canaria, They are wonderful and super warm! Also don't miss the cushions from Thefabricrose, wonderful.
From Wednesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.