Festive Christmas Market returns to Lakemoor on Black Friday

Posted November 12, 2025 2:40 pm

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Chain O’ Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce invites community to kick off the holiday season; support local businesses

Enjoying the festivities at the inaugural Mistletoe & Martinis, from left: elves Mark and Donna Adams of Paradise Financial Partners, the DamYak Challenge's Phil Sweeney filling in for Santa, and Mimi and Rick Bierman of R.B. Custom Designs. Courtesy of Chain O' Lakes Chamber

The public is invited to take in handcrafted art, décor and gifts of all sorts at delightfully decked-out booths during the Chain O’ Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce’s Mistletoe & Martinis — A Festive Christmas Market.

The second annual event is set for noon to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, at Countryside Banquets & Conference Center, 28874 Route 120, Lakemoor.

Chain O' Lakes Chamber Executive Director Therese Matthys, center, shares a toast with, from left, Stephanie Grams of the Volo Museum and Kim Bromberek of Countryside Banquets as the Grinch looks on at the inaugural Mistletoe & Martinis in 2024. This year's event is Nov. 28. Courtesy of Chain O' Lakes Chamber

Featuring treasures and treats from more than 40 local artisans, makers and small businesses, the market is presented this year by Michigan State University Federal Credit Union, said Therese Matthys, executive director of the Chain O’ Lakes chamber.

Not only will it feature gifts and sips, with signature holiday martinis available at the cash bar, the market will also offer chances to make lasting holiday memories.

Donna and Mark Adams of Paradise Financial Partners pair up for some elvish fun at the inaugural Mistletoe & Martinis — A Festive Christmas Market. Courtesy of Chain O' Lakes Chamber

Enjoy free photos with Santa courtesy of Snow White Photography. Get creative at the free building kit workshop courtesy of Home Depot. Cast a vote for best-decorated booth. Delight in some musical performances. And consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy or two for the Jeeps on the Run Toys for Tots Drop-off.

“Mistletoe & Martinis captures everything we love about the season: local shopping, festive cheer, community giving, and a dash of holiday sparkle,” Matthys said. “It’s the perfect way to shop small and celebrate big.”

Musician Michael Lescher performs at the inaugural Mistletoe & Martinis in 2024. The second annual event is scheduled for Black Friday at Countryside Banquets, Lakemoor. Courtesy of Chain O' Lakes Chamber

Mistletoe & Martinis is open to all, with free admission. For event updates and vendor previews, find the Chain O’ Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook and Instagram.

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