The 16th Annual Mistletoe Market Gala Kicks Off This Weekend In Abingdon Virginia At The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center. The Three Day-Shopping Event Starts On Friday And Runs Through Sunday. Amanda Livingston Says The Event Is Growing Each Year. Sunday Is Family Day Which Means Children 12 And Under Get In Free. Santa Will Be There To Greet The Kids. The Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center Is Located Off Interstate 81, Exit 14.