December 20-21, 2025
WaterFire Arts Center
Providence, RI
Saturday, December 20: 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday, December 21: 10 am - 6 pm
We are deeply saddened by the tragic event that took place at Brown University.
We still plan on hosting the Cultural Survival Bazaars on December 20-21 and will
be implementing additional security measures.
A Winter Solstice Indigenous Art Holiday Market
Join us to celebrate this special time of year, the Winter Solstice, by uplifting artists, cultures, and the enduring values of giving and reciprocity. Get ready for a memorable event this holiday season, where you will have the unique opportunity to meet and learn from the makers of time-honored and culturally relevant art from all over the world. Make an Indigenous craft, listen to music, participate in a dance, celebrate the holiday season, and welcome the return of longer sunlit days.
Where + When
December 20-21, 2025
WaterFire Arts Center
475 Valley St.
Providence, RI
Hours
Saturday, December 20: 10 am - 9 pm
Sunday, December 21: 10 am - 6 pm
Tickets
$10 Suggested Admission*
*Bring a friend on day 2 (with your day 1 ticket) and BOTH get in for free!
Children under the age of 18 are free.
Thank you to our sponsors!
SHOPPING: Vendors will have a large selection of unique goods at varying price points. We have a centralized payout system - grocery store style. We recommend bringing your reusable tote bag!
ACCESSIBILITY: The WaterFire Arts Center and this event are accessible to those with mobility aids, though the event does get busy. If you use a mobility aid, please look for our security or event staff if you need assistance.
WEATHER: Rain, snow or shine.
DRINKING: Bring your ID if you plan on having delicious beer or wine at our bar during the following hours:
Saturday 12/20 3:30pm-8:30pm
Sunday 12/21 12:30pm-5:30pm.
Non-alcoholic beverages will be available as well. Be sure to bring your reusable water bottle to fill at our water stations.
Indigenous Book Swap! Who doesn’t love books! Bring a gently used Indigenous book to exchange for something new to read. Please DO NOT swap books within the WaterFire Art Center's gift shop. Those books must be purchased separately.
PETS: No Pets, only service animals specifically trained to aid a person with disabilities are welcome.
PARKING: On-site parking is available.
Participating Artists & Vendors
A Thread of Hope
Afra Kashmir
Afri-root Collective
Associação Indígena Pykôre
Association HUNARMAD
Arte Wixarika
Artesanias y Cafemedinasa
B7
Bethlehem Crafts
Casa Aya Mesa
CON AMAZONIA
Domingo Wire Works
Embroidery by Sanjar
Eve and Nico Gifts and Home Decor
Everest Wings
Felicia Huarsaya Villasante
Fine Kenyan Crafts & Accessories
Project Have Hope
Rajan Bhimji Vankar
Richie Olivera Flutes
Retablos Palomino & Jimenez
Rudy Lazzaro Designs
SAMADJON'S METALWORK
Serzhankz Bashirov
Söz Slippers and Felt Crafts
Tarin Gonzales Designs
US Sherpa
Wamp Warrior Wampum
Wayakana
Wixarika Arte
Yaccjata
Yarina Threads
Yayla Tribal Rugs
Yuv Textiles
Sly Fox Den
Sherry Pocknett (Mashpee Wampanoag)
In 2023, Sherry received the James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Northeast.
Authentic Indigenous cuisine of the Northeast.
Participating Food Vendors
Where tradition meets taste, Frybread Catering, established in 2024, prides itself on serving fresh, local ingredients.
A Providence-based mobile beverage service with roots in creative culture and twenty years of event experience, specializing in delicious beverages and small bites.
Saturday 12/20 3:30pm-8:30pm
Sunday 12/21 12:30pm-5:30pm.
Bring your ID!
Performance Schedule
Saturday - December 20
11am - 8pm - Family Booth with Annawon Weeden
11:30 am - Tia Roberts
1:00pm - Yarina
2:00pm - Thawn Harris
4:00pm - Marie Dion Book Talk
5:30 - Tia Roberts
7:00pm - Yarina
Sunday - December 21
11am - 6pm - Family Booth
10am - Yarina
11:30am - Tia Roberts
1:00pm - Marie Dion Book Talk
2:00pm - Thawn Harris
4:00pm - Tia Roberts
5:00pm - Yarina
LIVE ART DEMONSTRATIONS
LIVE ART DEMONSTRATIONS
Live demonstrations by Rudy Lazzaro, LLAPANMAKI, and Serzhankz Bashirov.