If you make just one holiday market mission in Austin, make it Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2025. The city's premier holiday shopping event brings 200+ juried artists under one roof—curated from 400+ applicants—so you can knock out gifts, discover local makers, and have fun doing it.
Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2025
$$Essential details at a glance
- Dates: Open now through December 24, 2025.
- Hours: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. daily through Dec 23; 10 a.m.–6 p.m. on Dec 24.
- Venue: Blue Genie Big Top, 6100 Airport Blvd., Austin, TX 78752.
- Getting there: From Airport Blvd., turn west onto Denson Rd., then south onto Dillard Circle. The building entrance faces Dillard Circle.
- Parking and transit: Free parking in the lot off Dillard Circle, plus street parking along Dillard Circle. On-site bike parking. CapMetro bus and MetroRail serve the area (plan your route).
- Weather watch: Today (Thu, Dec 4) is 50°F, cloudy, and very wet (95% chance of precipitation; 81% humidity). Bring a rain layer and use the close-in Dillard Circle lot. The weekend moderates: Sat 69°F/48°F, Sun 66°F/41°F—prime times for a relaxed stroll.
Rainy days mean more demand for the Dillard Circle lot and a short uncovered walk between your car and the entrance—add a few extra minutes and pack a rain layer or umbrella.
Why Blue Genie stays on top
- One-stop gifting: Centralized checkout means no vendor-by-vendor payments or pressure—browse freely, buy once.
- Quality control: A juried lineup emphasizes craftsmanship and originality, backed by formal exhibiting standards.
- Austin flavor: From Texas-inspired prints to playful laser-cut games, everything is made by artists you can actually meet, anchored in a 24-year holiday market legacy.
Who to shop first: category-by-category heat map
- Textile and fiber arts
- Miu & Meg House: Cozy, handmade crochet for the friend who lives in sweaters.
- Mountains of Thread: Friendly, beginner-forward embroidery kits—great for creative teens or a DIY holiday break.
- Ceramics and home goods
- Pink Squirrel Tea: Hand-designed ceramic teacups that elevate an everyday ritual into a gifty moment.
- Paper and printmaking
- Atelier Redbud: Hand block-printed textiles with a modern, art-forward look for tables and kitchens.
- 3J Mama Designs: Rolled paper flowers—botanical art that won't wilt.
- Vintage and Texas-inspired
- Morgan Lacey Hart: Minimalist, design-driven Texas motifs—clean, giftable, and proudly local.
- Games and toys
- Bright Beam Goods: Laser-cut toys and games that spark play for kids and grownups.
Gift-match cheat sheet
- The homebody: Pink Squirrel Tea teacups + a Mountains of Thread kit.
- The design snob: Atelier Redbud block-printed textiles; Morgan Lacey Hart's refined Texas pieces.
- The kid-at-heart: Bright Beam Goods games.
- Stocking stuffers: Miu & Meg House small crochet accessories; 3J Mama Designs mini florals.
Insider intelligence that saves time and money
- Monday Giveaways: Be among the first 25 paying customers on Mondays and you'll score a free stocking stuffer. Aim for the 10 a.m. open for best odds.
- Donut Tuesdays: Complimentary donuts while supplies last—sweeten an early visit and shop before the late-day rush.
- Personal shopping ("Ask A Genie!"): Short on time? Use the in-house personal shopper for a curated pull based on your budget and recipients. Cost is 10% of your purchase, capped at $25—an excellent value if you're tackling a long list. Inquire on-site or via info@bluegenieartbazaar.com or the official event site.
- Sip & Shop for groups: Planning a team outing or friends' night? Blue Genie offers Sip & Shop events. Email or call to arrange a slot that matches your schedule and budget, or start planning via the group-friendly details online.
- Online backup plan: Prefer to click, not browse? Shop the official online marketplace with pickup, shipping, or delivery options.
- Crowd flow strategy: Generally, right at open (10 a.m.) or late evening (after 8 p.m.) is calmer than mid-afternoon and early evening. Use Monday/Tues promos to stack value with lighter traffic.
- Weather-smart play: With today's rain, park in the Dillard Circle lot to minimize exposure between car and entrance. Bring a compact tote and stash small wrap supplies (tissue, ribbon) in your bag to streamline post-purchase gifting.
Power combo: Hit Monday Giveaways or Donut Tuesdays right at 10 a.m., ask "A Genie" to pull gifts by budget, then loop back in the calmer late evening later in the week for anything you missed.
How to get in, get gifts, and get out (without stress)
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Fast 60-minute run
- Park on Dillard Circle and head straight in.
- Start with Ceramics/Home (Pink Squirrel Tea) for anchor gifts.
- Swing through Paper/Print (Atelier Redbud, 3J Mama Designs) for add-on gifts.
- Finish at Textile/Fiber (Miu & Meg House, Mountains of Thread) for cozy fillers.
- One-stop pay at central checkout, then head to a nearby holiday lights patio night to keep the festive streak going.
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Deep-dive 2-hour circuit
- Warm-up browse: Vintage & Texas-Inspired for statement pieces (Morgan Lacey Hart).
- Gift stack: Ceramics/Home + Paper/Print for multi-layered bundles.
- Fun finale: Bright Beam Goods for toys/games that win white elephant exchanges.
- Ask A Genie to fill any gaps and hold picks while you loop back.
- Central checkout; schedule shipping at the counter if you're traveling or pairing this with other Austin arts stops.
Parking and transit decoded
- Driving: From Airport Blvd., turn west onto Denson Rd., then south onto Dillard Circle. The main entrance faces Dillard Circle. The dedicated lot is just off Dillard Circle; overflow is along the circle. For broader city driving and parking rules, check Austin’s transportation resources.
- Biking: Racks are on-site—bring a mid-lock and lights for late-evening exits.
- CapMetro: Both bus and MetroRail reach the Airport Blvd. corridor. Use the trip planner to map real-time options, or combine your visit with citywide mobility + money hacks.
Mid-afternoon and early evening are the busiest times for both crowds and parking. If you’re crowd- or parking-averse, aim for 10 a.m. open or after 8 p.m., or lean on CapMetro bus/MetroRail to skip lot-hunting.
Make a day (or night) of it
- Pre-shop fuel or post-haul celebration, curated by our team:
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- Weekend wellness before you shop: outdoor picks that pair with those sunnier temps: https://austintexasthings.com/article/saturday-morning-in-austin-best-outdoor-wellness-activities-now-86f-sunny
- Planning a barbecue crawl as a gift to yourself? Our November pitmaster roadmap still hits: https://austintexasthings.com/article/austin-barbecue-in-november-2025-ultimate-guide-to-franklin-la-barbecue-leroy-lewis-festivals-and-cant-miss-smoke
- Want to keep the handmade, artsy vibe going? Pair your Blue Genie day with the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar at 50 or other Austin arts institutions.
Use Blue Genie as the anchor for a full North Austin holiday day: pair a daytime market run with nearby CapMetro-accessible eats, then finish downtown or East Austin with lights and patio hangs.
Blue Genie pro policies and conveniences
- Central checkout: Shop dozens of booths with one final pay point—no awkward pass-bys or minimums at individual tables.
- Shipping and delivery: If you buy online, choose pickup, shipping, or local delivery at the official shop.
- Group experiences: Sip & Shop options make stellar team outings—lock in via phone or email, or scope ideas in the official visitor guide.
- Accessibility: Flat entry with nearby parking on Dillard Circle; MetroRail and bus access via CapMetro. For additional planning, the city’s accessibility resources cover parking, mobility, and support services.
What to bring
- Compact tote or backpack (central checkout means you can collect freely).
- A short recipient list and budget notes—perfect for the "Ask A Genie!" service to work from.
- Light layers: The venue is comfortable, but December temps can swing between chilly mornings and mild afternoons. If you’re stacking Blue Genie with other outdoor or dog-friendly stops, consider building a full day from guides like the Parent + Pup Patio Index.
For the fastest "Ask A Genie!" experience, jot down who you’re shopping for, your rough budget per person, and any hard no’s (scented candles, wall art, etc.) so your personal shopper can curate while you browse.
Key info to save
- Address: Blue Genie Big Top, 6100 Airport Blvd., Austin, TX 78752
- Dates/hours: Daily 10 a.m.–10 p.m. through Dec 23; Dec 24 from 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
- Parking: Free lot off Dillard Circle, plus street parking on Dillard Circle
- Online shop: https://bluegenieartbazaar.shop
- Official site and updates: https://bluegenieartbazaar.com
- Transit planner: https://capmetro.org
- Contact: (512) 222-7303, info@bluegenieartbazaar.com
- One-stop central checkout
- 200+ juried local artists
- Free parking and bike racks
- Weekday perks like Monday giveaways and Donut Tuesdays
- Group-friendly Sip & Shop options
- Online marketplace backup for remote gifting
- Can be crowded mid-afternoon and early evening
- Seasonal-only dates
- Extra fees for personal shopping and shipping
- Short outdoor walk from parking that’s weather-dependent
Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2025 is a standout Austin holiday market: a tightly curated artist lineup, painless checkout, and legit weekday perks make it an easy yes—especially if you pair an in-person lap with the online shop to cover any last-minute gaps.
Bottom line
Blue Genie Art Bazaar 2025 is Austin's easiest way to shop small and give big: juried artists, centralized checkout, real perks on Mondays and Tuesdays, and a dead-simple location with free parking. Hit it early or late, leverage "Ask A Genie!" to crush your list, and lean on the online shop if weather or time gets in the way. This is your stress-free holiday win—especially when you weave it into a bigger local holiday circuit with other Austin lights, arts, and markets.
