ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Holidays at the Market has returned. Sunday was the first day of the 26-year holiday tradition at the Rochester Public Market.

People shopped for holiday-themed goods including fresh-cut trees, wreaths, decorations, crafts, specialty foods, and more. Holidays at the Market will continue on Sundays Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will also be a special evening market on Thursday, Dec. 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. in collaboration with the Market District Business Association.

The festivities also include horse-drawn carriage rides, festive lights, music, and Santa. Organizers say Holidays at the Market is a good way to get everything you need for the season while also supporting local business.

“I’m coming every Sunday because its lifting my spirits. I don’t need to buy anything. I’m here for the glory of the holidays,” said a shopper, Barbara Roides.