Christmas celebrations have long placed tamales at the center of the holiday table, as this beloved dish embodies so much joy and tradition. Tamales take time, quality ingredients, and many hands to make, with the preparation naturally bringing family and friends together. Still, holiday schedules often get full, and you must then depend on other loving hands to prepare these seasonal favorites. That’s when it’s time to turn to the Dallas Farmers Market, as we have you covered with Tamale Weekend!
Visit Pearl St. Plaza this Saturday, December 13, and Sunday, December 14, to enjoy our flavorful celebration filled with culture, community, and Christmas cheer as local tamale makers bring the heat with delicious seasonal bites. The festivities will continue Saturday, December 20, and Sunday, December 21, but with a more limited variety of vendors. As with all good things this time of year, these will go fast, so please arrive early for the most selection.
Tamale Vendors
- Café Ciro: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20)
- Dramatacos!: Sat., Dec. 13 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20)
- El Mero Mero: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20)
- Folklore and Tradition: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20 and Sun., Dec. 21)
- Los Hermanas Castillo: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14
- Romi’s Tamales: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14
- Scoop N Buns: Sat., Dec. 13
- Tacon Madre: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20 and Sun., Dec. 21)
Have a little time to give tamale-making a try, but don’t know where to begin? Start your tamale journey with Folklore and Tradition’s tamale demonstrations featuring experienced tamaleras – Saturday, December 13, at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday, December 14, at 12:00 p.m.
Other Delicious Participants
- Concholi: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 Brand-new vendor selling conchas!
- Ddelicias: Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sun., Dec. 21) Churros, Mexican hot cocoa, and cheesecakes
- Hurtado’s Barbecue: Sat., Dec. 20 and Sun., Dec. 21 Featuring their tamale sausages
- La Ventana: Sat., Dec. 13 and Sun., Dec. 14 (Also, Sat., Dec. 20 and Sun., Dec. 21) They’re hosting a DJ on Saturday, Dec. 13, on the patio
- 3AguasTX: Sun., Dec. 21 Serving Aguas frescas
Looking for a festive, fun activity for the little ones? Our Kids’ Activity all this weekend features Mini Tamale Ornaments, and on Sunday, A Pretty Ol’ Truck is here all day, offering the perfect backdrop for casual photo ops. Oh, and Santa is coming! Get your professional photos by Jennifer Bueno done with Jolly Old Saint Nick from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
For a midweek culinary delight, join Scardello Artisan Cheese on Wednesday, December 17, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Market for a one-of-a-kind Holiday Cookies & Cheese Class. You’ll be tasting eight iconic cookies, including Rich’s great-grandmother’s Italian cookies, alongside eight incredible cheeses. Spots are minimal, so grab your tickets now and treat yourself to the coziest, cheesiest holiday hour of the season!
Immerse yourself this weekend in all the festive flavors of the season by enjoying live music, shopping local vendors, and making it a family outing to remember at the Dallas Farmers Market.
