The 49th annual Chi Omega Christmas Market (COCM) is on the move and will be held November 19-22, 2026, at the Dallas Market Center’s World Trade Center - 11th Floor. This year’s Market reflects both a change in venue and dates, returning to its traditional November timeframe while continuing its long-standing presence as one of Dallas’s most iconic and beloved holiday traditions. The 2026 Chi Omega Christmas Market Co-chairs are Gretchen Luedtke, Anne Tudhope and Amanda Weir. 

This November, COCM will welcome more than 10,000 shoppers and over 200 merchants as it raises critical funds for numerous local nonprofit organizations and collegiate scholarships. 2026 beneficiaries include: Dallas Children’s Advocacy Center; Dallas Theater Center; Equest; Family Gateway, Inc.; Juliette Fowler Communities, Inc.; Make-A-Wish North Texas; Readers2Leaders; The Senior Source; and Vickery Trading Co., Inc. 

“Each year the Chi Omega Christmas Market supports a diverse array of nonprofit organizations that represent some of the most critical needs in the Dallas community, as well as collegiate scholarships,” said Gretchen Luedtke, 2026 Chi Omega Christmas Market co-chair. “We are so grateful to our community, shoppers, patrons and sponsors who generously support the Chi Omega Christmas Market and allow us to donate essential funds each year to these deserving beneficiaries.”

The Chi Omega Christmas Market is a premier shopping experience open to the public, featuring a curated selection of seasonal and holiday gifts for every age, style, and occasion. Each year, COCM welcomes merchants from across the country along with thousands of shoppers, transforming the event into a luxury holiday marketplace. Guests can explore a wide range of items, including jewelry, holiday home décor, men’s, women’s, children’s and teen fashion, football and spirit gear, gourmet items, entertaining essentials, linens and original art. From timeless classics to new finds, the Chi Omega Christmas Market offers something for everyone on their holiday gift list. Santa and other special guests will make appearances throughout the event, adding to the festive atmosphere for all attendees.

The 2026 Chi Omega Christmas Market will kick off with a Preview Party on Thursday, November 19 and run through Sunday, November 22.  The full schedule is as follows:

Preview Party - Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

First Call Shopping - Friday, November 20, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

General Admission - Friday, November 20, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

General Admission - Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

General Admission - Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

“We are thrilled to continue this annual holiday shopping tradition in our community and look forward to welcoming shoppers and merchants from all over the country to the Dallas World Trade Center this November,” said Anne Tudhope, 2026 Chi Omega Christmas Market co-chair. “While we have moved back to our original November dates and changed locations, our mission to support our local beneficiaries and to provide collegiate scholarships remains unchanged.  We look forward to welcoming the community to shop and celebrate the season with us! ”

For more information on the Chi Omega Christmas Market, visit https://www.chiomegachristmasmarket.org/.