National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market

National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market is run by Tea Green Events in beautiful, historic Edinburgh.

An unmissable event in an iconic venue, National Galleries Scotland is a great venue in the heart of Edinburgh’s cultural quarter, which comes alive with the vibrant and eclectic National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market.

Tea Green Events offer a range of markets in fantastic Scottish venues, with this market another joyful celebration of local creativity, craftsmanship and community spirit, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience Scotland’s thriving independent art and design scene.

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Portrait Gallery’s neo-gothic architecture and nestled on Queen Street in the New Town, National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market offers a bustling hub of makers, artisans, and small businesses.

Whether you're a seasoned collector, a curious browser, or a weekend wanderer, this market promises something special for everyone.

Discover a carefully curated selection of independent stalls, ensuring a market filled with authentic, locally-made treasures you won’t find anywhere else.

But it’s not just about shopping - National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market is an experience in itself. The event is designed to complement the rich cultural offerings of the Portrait Gallery, allowing visitors to enjoy both Scotland’s national art collections and a lively marketplace all in one inspiring day out. It’s a rare chance to meet the makers behind the creations on sale, hear the stories of how their work is made, and take home a piece of Scotland’s contemporary craft culture whilst enjoying a novel day out. This market offers the perfect spot to relax, catch up with friends, and soak up the festive buzz.

The Portrait Winter Market is part of the National Galleries Scotland’s ongoing commitment to supporting local artists and making art accessible and enjoyable for all. It offers a platform for emerging makers to connect with new audiences and brings fresh, contemporary energy into one of Edinburgh’s most historic cultural spaces.

So mark your calendars, bring your friends, and prepare to be inspired. National Galleries Scotland: Portrait Winter Market is more than just a place to shop - it’s a celebration of creativity, community, and the joy of making. Come for the art, stay for the atmosphere, and leave with something truly special!

Don’t forget to check out the other Tea Green Events too.

Tea Green Events has grown into one of Scotland’s premier pop‑up platforms, championing independent creative talent. Founded by a jewellery stallholder, this organisation is a real grass-roots led company, enthusiastic about showcasing Scottish talent.

Giving local designers a stage has blossomed into an annual programme of around various curated markets at iconic venues, such as the V&A Dundee, Kelvingrove, The Burrell Collection, Aberdeen Art Gallery, Bowhouse, Edinburgh’s National Galleries Scotland and more.

Founder Joanne has said she wanted to “create the event I would love to have been able to go to as a customer” - and boy has she done it!

Both makers and buyers are uplifted at these events, with each market featuring a vibrant mix of jewellery, ceramics, textiles, prints and suchlike, that truly celebrates Scotland's creativity and offers an elevated experience of thoughtful, handcrafted design.