Olde Dominion Agricultural Complex

🐄 Fun Fact Friday

Did you know? A dairy cow can drink 30–50 gallons of water every day, and during Virginia's hot summer weather, some high-producing cows may drink even more!

Water is one of the most important nutrients for dairy cattle. It takes a lot of water to help cows stay cool, digest their feed, and produce milk. In fact, a cow can drink the equivalent of an entire bathtub full of water in a single day.

That's why providing clean, fresh water is a top priority for dairy farmers year-round—especially as temperatures rise during the summer months.

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It’s the most wonderful (and most requested!) time of the year—our ODAC Christmas Bazaar returns for another festive season on Small Business Saturday (November 28th from 8:00am - 4:00pm)!

Join us for a full day of holiday shopping featuring a thoughtfully curated selection of vendors offering handmade crafts, seasonal décor, unique gifts, and more—all under one roof.

🎁 Free Admission & Family Friendly: Come out, shop small, and support your local community this holiday season!

✨ A Curated Vendor Experience
To preserve the quality and tradition of this beloved event, the ODAC Christmas Bazaar is centered around handmade, handcrafted, and locally produced goods.

In recent years, we’ve seen an increase in resale and non-seasonal items due to the original "first-come, first-served" vendor application process. Moving forward, this event will operate under a curated vendor selection process to ensure a well-balanced and high-quality shopping experience.

We welcome vendors offering:
- Handmade and handcrafted goods
- Artisan and agricultural products (including local farms)
- Boutique clothing and small businesses with giftable items
- A limited number of direct sales vendors (approved in moderation)
- ​All vendors must offer Christmas-themed, seasonal, or gift-appropriate items that align with the spirit of the event.

🚫 Vendors offering mass-produced resale items or products not aligned with a holiday market atmosphere may not be accepted.

🍪 Food & Beverage Policy
Due to health department regulations, vendors are not permitted to prepare or sell food or beverages for immediate consumption onsite. This includes items such as “dirty sodas,” mixed drinks, and similar offerings.

Pre-packaged, properly labeled food items may be considered but must meet all applicable guidelines and approval from the VA Department of Health.

📝 Vendor Application Process
This year, vendor applications will follow a structured application and review process rather than first-come, first-served placement. More information will be updated here and on the ODAC website tab (https://www.theodac.com/10th-annual-christmas-bazaar) on June 1st, 2026.

Application Window Opens: June 1

Application Window Closes: July 1

Vendors will be notified of their acceptance status following the review period (you will be notified before the end of July).

Once the application window opens, vendors may submit their application in one of the following ways:
- Scan and email to [email protected]
- Mail to: 19783 US Hwy 29, Suite G, Chatham, VA 24531
- Submit online via a link (provided at https://www.theodac.com/10th-annual-christmas-bazaar)
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Please note: Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.

If you have any questions or if you would like to be added to the vendor email list please either send us a message on Facebook or email [email protected].

If you missed the Spring Walking & Racking Horse Show, have no fear — they’ll be back this fall! 🍂🐴

Mark your calendars now for the Fall Virginia Classic show coming to the ODAC September 18th & 19th! We’re excited to welcome everyone back for another great weekend filled with beautiful horses, talented riders, and exciting competition.

Stay tuned for more event details as we get closer!