STAFF SENATE HOLIDAY MARKET

The Staff Senate Holiday Market showcases the creativity and talent of the local community while strengthening campus spirit. Designed as both a festive celebration and a supportive platform, the market gives artisans and makers an opportunity to share their work, connect with colleagues, and contribute to a warm, welcoming seasonal tradition. It reflects the Senate’s commitment to engagement, appreciation, and fostering a vibrant campus culture. This year's holiday market will be Monday, November 16th, 2026. For questions regarding the market, reach out to us at: staffsen@uwyo.edu.

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Holiday market features

Visitors can explore an array of handcrafted goods, unique gifts, seasonal foods, and specialty items made by community members. Alongside the shopping, the market features festive décor, engaging demonstrations, and opportunities to connect with colleagues in a warm, welcoming environment. Together, these elements create a lively celebration that brings campus together and makes the event a highlight of the winter season. Most important: WE HAVE FUN!

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SPACIOUS BOOTH LAYOUT

Our Holiday Market offers generous booth space that allows vendors to spread out, showcase their work beautifully, and engage comfortably with visitors. The roomy layout makes it easy to navigate even during peak hours, ensuring that an excited crowd can explore, shop, and enjoy the event without feeling cramped. This combination of spacious booths and smooth crowd flow helps create a welcoming, energetic atmosphere that enhances the experience for everyone who attends.

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UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATERS!

Our Holiday Market adds a playful twist to the festivities with an Ugly Holiday Sweater Contest that invites attendees to show off their most outrageous, over‑the‑top seasonal attire. It’s a lighthearted tradition that brings plenty of laughter and friendly competition, celebrating creativity, campus spirit, and the joy of embracing all things delightfully tacky during the holiday season.

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LIVE MUSIC

Live music adds an energetic, festive backdrop to the Holiday Market, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for shoppers and vendors alike. Local performers bring seasonal cheer and lively sound to the event, helping transform the space into a vibrant gathering point for the University of Wyoming community. It’s a simple addition that elevates the entire experience and keeps the market feeling joyful throughout the day.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

This FAQ section is designed to give vendors, visitors, and campus partners quick, clear answers about how the Staff Senate Holiday Market works. It provides essential details on participation, logistics, policies, and what to expect, helping everyone feel confident and prepared as they take part in this annual University of Wyoming tradition.

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You can request booth space with this vendor application form.

For Holiday Market 2026, prices for a booth range from $75 to $100. Please see application for more details.

Monday, November 16th, 2026.

The 2026 Holiday Market will be at the Hilton Garden Inn @ 20th Street and Grand Avenue in Laramie, WY.

Yes, there will be several food trucks from Laramie that present a wide variety of awesome comestibles! 

You'll need to fill out the University's supplier registration form in order to register your food truck.

Yes. But. Booth locations are assigned by the Senate Recognition Committee and are provided on a first-come-first-served order. Be sure to apply as soon as possible!

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