Christmas marketplace

DECEMBER 13TH, 2025

Experience the joy of the Christmas season with our Lakeside Christmas Marketplace! We are excited to partner with families in need once again as we offer a unique shopping experience unlike any other. We’ll be offering new toys at discounted prices to help create a special Christmas experience for those who might not otherwise have one. Together, we can spread holiday cheer and make a difference in our local community!

Serve Opportunities

Amazon Registry

Purchase gifts from our Amazon Registry and they will be shipped directly to us for wrapping and preparation for the big day!  

Be A Sponsor

Our program grows each year with support from businesses and individuals like with a heart for sharing Jesus with their communities.  

Volunteer

This event is made possible not only by the generosity of those that contribute gifts and sponsorships, but by the more than 100 volunteers!  

support our mission

Can you help us make a difference?
This is our fourth year hosting the Lakeside Christmas Marketplace. We’ve grown from supporting 400 children to servng 830 children last year. As community needs rise, we aim to be a reliable resource for families facing challenges. Thanks to the generosity of owners and volunteers, hundreds of children have received meaningful gifts.
Join us this year by:
  • Buying gifts from our registry
  • Becoming a sponsor
  • Volunteering
  • Sharing our registration link with families in need

Sponsorship Opportunities

Marketplace growth is driven by business and individual support. With rising demand and costs, your charitable donation goes directly to gifts for children. Buying from our Amazon Registry and becoming a sponsor are both helpful; sponsor donations allow us to shop with more flexibly for better deals and they will receive online recognition as well as event signage recognition.

Sponsorship Levels

  • Silver: $500 (10 children)
  • Gold: $1,000 (20 children)
  • Corporate: $2,000 (40 children)
  • Platinum: $5,000 (100 children)

Volunteer Opportunities

This event is made possible not only by the generosity of those that contribute gifts and sponsorships, but by the more than 100 volunteers!  This is an experience that changes lives, those receiving the gift and those giving it.  Read the short description of teams needed and then sign-up to serve! You will receive a great blessing as you serve others!

Buy Gifts From Our Amazon Registry

Purchase gifts from our Amazon Registry and they will be shipped directly to us for wrapping and preparation for the big day!

FAQ'S

When does registration open?
Registration to shop the Christmas Marketplace opens November 2nd.
When does registration close?
This event fills quickly! Registration will close for each location as we hit capacity. We encourage you to register as soon as registration opens to ensure a spot.
Who can I shop for at Christmas Marketplace?
We have gifts for family members in your household ages infant - 18 years old. In order to serve as many children as possible, each child can be registered and shopped for one time.
Is childcare provided for this event?
No, childcare will not be provided for parents who are shopping the Christmas Marketplace and kindly ask that you do not bring your children to this event.
How can I partner with Lakeside to support the Christmas Marketplace?
Each year, we have hundreds of volunteers that come together to create a special environment and experience for our families. Register to serve at the link above! Another way to serve is to check out our Toy Wishlists where you can purchase items for the store so that we can serve more children this Christmas season!
What if I have additional questions?
Please reach out to us at events@thelakeside.church