Craft shows and festivals are a great place to do holiday shopping and to get in the spirit of the season. Buy local from talented artisans, crafters, and bakers, and give unique gifts that you won’t find at a big box store.
There are so many Holiday Art and Craft Festivals around Columbus going on every weekend, so there’s no need for Black Friday or last-minute Christmas Eve shopping.
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2021 Holiday Art and Craft Shows
Not Your Mama’s Craft Markets
WHEN: October 3, November 14, November 20, December 5, 2021
October 3: Outdoor Fall Craft Market at Brewdog: Have some lunch, do some handmade shopping, grab a beer, shop more, then stay for dinner. Dogs welcome! 11 am – 3 pm.
November 14: Not Your Mama’s Craft Market Holiday Market at Brewdog. 1 pm
November 20: Not Your Mama’s Craft Market Holiday Market at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral, Short North
December 5: Not Your Mama’s Craft Market Holiday Market at Schiller Park Rec. Center, German Village
COST: Details tba
November Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Shows around Columbus
Bethel Int’l United Methodist Women Craft Marketplace
WHEN: November 13, 2021 from 9 am to 3 pm.
WHERE: Bethel International United Methodist Church – 1220 Bethel Road Columbus
WHAT: Over 100 vendors displaying and selling their handmade items, silent auction with items from local merchants and many other community organizations. The youth will host a bake sale and there will be a homemade lunch provided by the United Methodist Women at a minimal cost. $1 admission
EVENT BENEFITS: Admission goes to United Methodist Missions; including women’s healthcare, human trafficking and children’s needs.
photo: Bethel Int’l United Methodist Church
CMA Pop-up Market with Craftin’ Outlaws
WHEN: TBA
WHERE: Outdoor at Columbus Museum of Art around the front entrance
WHAT: This outdoor marketplace will give you safe access to shop unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade items from the Craftin Outlaws Collective. Enjoy CMA discounts in the shop and cafe with every Outlaw purchase.
The Pop-Up Market opens every Saturday November 7, 21 and 28th, from 10am-3pm, bad weather cancelations will be announced 24 hours in advance. We’re following procedures and guidelines laid out by the CDC and local health officials, including practicing social distancing for all activities. Masks are required for all adults and children over the age of 2.
ADMISSION: Free
Saturday, November 13, 2021
Saturday, November 20, 2021
Saturday, November 27, 2021
Sunday, November 28, 2021
December Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Shows around Columbus
CMA Pop-up Market with Craftin’ Outlaws
WHEN: December 5, 2021 from 12 pm – 4 pm
WHERE: Columbus Museum of Art
WHAT: Shop unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade items from the Craftin’ Outlaws Collective. Enjoy CMA discounts in the shop and cafe with every Outlaw purchase. More details tba.
ADMISSION: Free
Franklinton 400 Market
WHEN: Friday, December 10, 2021, 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Franklinton
WHAT: Locally made artisan crafts, gifts, and goods, as well as art openings and food
Columbus Winter Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
WHEN: Sunday, December 12, 2021 from 10 am – 4 pm
WHERE: Makoy Event Center, 5462 Center St., Hilliard, OH 43026
WHAT: This large show will feature artists and crafters selling their original handmade items. Admission is $3 to the public, children under 12 are free! Full concession stand available.
SHOW BENEFITS: A portion of proceeds will benefit local non-profit, Hope Hollow
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Saturday, December 11, 2021
Online Otterbein University Holiday Auction
WHEN: December 1 – December 15, 2020
WHERE: All online for 2020
WHAT: In addition to all the handmade items for sale from local vendors. All proceeds benefit Otterbein and Westerville community members in need during the holiday season. The Craft Bazaar is sponsored by the Otterbein University Staff Assembly.
Concord Road Holiday Pop-Up
6200 Avery Rd, Suite D. Dublin OH, 43016
December 3-6, 2020: Th-Sat 10-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
December 10-13, 2020: Th-Sat 10-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
Also taking appointments if you’re not comfortable shopping with the small group allowed in at a time. Send an email to hello@concordroad.com to schedule
Offering home decor, farmhouse style products, handmade, vintage, upcycled furniture, gifts and so much more. You’ll also find handmade, one-of-a-kind ornaments, custom ornaments, gifts, home decor, and a chance to win a kit subscription! Get a free gift with $100 purchase. You can also shop select products on the website.
CCAD Virtual Art Fair
WHEN: December 4-6, 2020
WHERE: virtual for 2020
WHAT: Semi-annual juried showcase of works by more than 100 CCAD students and alumni. This event is THE place to find a wide range of art and design work from both the up-and-coming and the tried-and-true.
SHOW BENEFITS: Sales proceeds go directly to the artists
Franklin Heights High School Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 9 am – 3 pm CANCELLED
WHERE: 1001 Demorest Rd, Columbus, Ohio
WHAT: Wide variety of vendors, several performances by Franklin Heights High School Band members and concessions will be available. Baked goods, beverages and sandwiches will also be available for purchase. Vendors sell a wide range of hand-made goods of all types (quilts, jewelry, candles, toys, etc). Donated vendor items will be raffled throughout the day.
ADMISSION: $1, children under 12 are free. Benefits Franklin Heights Band Boosters
VENDORS: Send email to fhhsbazaar@gmail.com
Virtual Holiday Gallery Hop
WHEN: Saturday, December 5, 2020 from 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual and/or Short North Arts District, N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
WHAT: Holiday Hop is the typically the biggest Gallery Hop of the year, but for 2020 the Gallery Hops have gone virtual. While the Holiday Hop is virtual, we still encourage you to visit he Short North Arts District through the holiday season to enjoy the decorations and holiday beauty in the district – and to support the local businesses.
Craftin’ Outlaws Virtual Holiday Market
WHEN: December 5-6, 2020
WHERE: Virtual for 2020
WHAT: Alternative craft fair featuring hip, handmade items by local indie artists, crafters, and designers. Follow along via social and sing up for the Holiday Edition Newsletter to shop and participate in activities.
Franklin County Junior Fair Craft Show and Bake Sale
WHEN: Friday/Saturday, December 11-12, 2020, 4pm – 8 pm on Friday, 8am – 12pm on Saturday CANCELLED
WHERE: Franklin County Fairgrounds (Edwards Building), 5035 Northwest Parkway Hilliard, OH 43026
WHAT: Handmade crafts and independent consultants. Franklin County Fairgrounds (Edwards Building)
Email: franklincountyjuniorfair@gmail.com with questions
HolidayFest Craft and Vendor Event at Franklin County Fairgrounds
WHEN: Saturday, December 12, and Sunday, December 13, 2020 10am – 3pm
WHERE: Franklin County Fair-Hilliard, Ohio, 4100 Columbia St, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
WHAT: Over 30 crafters and vendors in the Ganyard Building, plus raffles. Event is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
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Holiday art and craft festivals cancelled for 2020
Ohio Made Holiday
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: No in person craft show is being held, but they are featuring vendors on their FB page so you can buy directly from them.
WHAT: The event will feature all handmade Ohio vendors, perfect for shopping for those last minute gifts. Drink local and shop local for those last minute gifts.
Ohio Made Holiday Market 2020
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Hollywood Casino Columbus, 200 Georgesville Rd, Columbus, Ohio 43228
WHAT: Featuring over 80 vendors, this is the Holiday event you won’t want to miss. There will also be an opportunity to meet Santa during the Market. Ages 21 & Under are now welcome all day Saturday, and must enter from the Event Center entrance located near the COTA Bus area.
Back by popular demand, get your $15 VIP Tickets for an exclusive shopping experience on Friday evening, and Saturday morning from 9AM – Noon. Free admission from 12 pm – 7 pm on Saturday. Check here to see if tickets are on sale.
St. John Neumann Holiday Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 9633 E. State Route 37 Sunbury
WHAT: Wide assortment of handmade Christmas craft items, delicious baked goods and a variety of food items, as well as baskets for raffle.
EVENT BENEFITS: Fundraiser for the women’s club
Christmas Corner
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Franklin County Fairgrounds, Columbus, Ohio 43119
WHAT: Shop all 65 booths and make one payment for all your purchases. This show features a multitude of hand crafted options for the holiday season.
Westerville Central Arts & Crafts Show
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Westerville Central High School – 7118 Mount Royal Ave, 43082
WHAT: Creative market showcases over 120 independent artist and craftsmen with a wide selection of jewelry, woodworking, ceramics, stained glass, metal works, homemade and natural foods, photography and wall art, children’s items and more! They have a great bake sale too! Admission is $3.00 and all proceeds help fund the educational needs of students.
21st Hollyday Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Church of the Resurrection’s Ministry Center, 6300 E Dublin Granville Rd, New Albany, OH 43054-8592
WHAT: 70+ Crafters, plus door prizes, raffles, bake sale, homemade chocolates & cafe.
Come Shop, buy our Homemade Chocolates & Buy a Chance at 100.00 Cash. $1.00 admission (Enters you in a door prize chance)
Holiday Craft & Gift Show at Worthington Christian Village
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Worthington Christian Village, 165 Highbluffs Blvd., Columbus, OH 43235
WHAT: Handmade crafts and items, bake sale, opportunity drawing, nuts and candy sale, and free hourly drawing. No admission fee.
EVENT BENEFITS: Money raised at the show will be used towards purchasing a new bus for the residents.
Annual Mark Twain Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Westerville North High School, 950 County Line Rd, Westerville, Ohio 43081
WHAT: Over 150 unique artists from throughout Ohio welcome 2000 patrons last year. All items are beautifully hand crafted. Admission is $3. Children are free
Dublin Jerome Holiday Gift and Craft Bazaar
WHEN: CANCELLED for 2020
WHERE; Dublin Jerome High School, Hyland-Croy Road, Dublin, Jerome, OH
WHAT: Holiday Gift/Craft Bazaar. Over 100 vendors crafting unique, hand made, professional, nicely priced items as gifts, household accessories, or personal items! Shop to your content and fill your heart with holiday spirit! Raffles, food, fun, and more!
October Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Shows around Columbus
Franklinton 400 Market
WHEN: Friday, October 9, 2020 7pm – 10pm (and Nov 9, Dec 14)
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Franklinton
WHAT: Locally made artisan crafts, gifts, and goods, as well as art openings and food
October Craft and Vendor Event
WHEN: Saturday, October 10, 2020 10am – 3pm
WHERE: Franklin County Fair-Hilliard, Ohio, 4100 Columbia St, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
WHAT: Over 30 crafters and vendors in the Ganyard Building, plus raffles. Event is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Watkins Memorial Craft Fair
WHEN: Saturday, October 24, 2020 10am – 3pm
WHERE: Watkins Memorial High School, 8868 Watkins Rd SW, Pataskala, Ohio
WHAT: Large craft fair with concessions. All proceeds benefit Watkins Memorial Athletics.
ADMISSION: $4
Granville Music Booster Bazaar and Craft Show
WHEN: CANCELLED for 2020
WHERE: Granville High School Commons Area, 210 New Burg St., Granville, OH 43023
WHAT: Shop from over 30 vendors while listening to the Granville Marching Band, Ensemble Groups and Choir Ensemble’s.
EVENT BENEFITS: Granville K-12 Music Booster
Darby HS Athletic Booster Craft Show
WHEN: CANCELLED for 2020
WHERE: Hilliard Darby High School, 4200 Leppert Rd, Hilliard
WHAT: Craft show featuring gift baskets for raffle, concessions, and pictures with Santa.
EVENT BENEFITS: Hilliard Darby Athletic Boosters
WHEN: CANCELLED for 2020
WHERE: Thomas A Edison Intermediate School, 1240 Oakland Ave, Columbus, Ohio 43212
WHAT: Features a wide variety of items from independent artisans as well as local businesses. Shop, enjoy a bake sale or take a chance on a raffle.
EVENT BENEFITS: Grandview Heights K-3 PTO
Britton Elementary Holiday Craft Show
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Britton Elementary School, 4501 Britton Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
WHAT: Over 50 handmade crafters, raffles and more
EVENT BENEFITS: Britton Elementary PTO
Holiday Market presented by SideBySide Columbus
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Dublin Recreation Center, 5600 Post Rd, Dublin, Ohio 43017
WHAT: Over 35 Gift exhibitors including homemade items, crafts, gifts, raffles, stocking stuffers, baked goods, silent auction items and more! Family-friendly.
ADMISSION: Free
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Oak Creek Elementary School, 1256 Westwood Dr, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
WHAT: Shop small for the holidays with 40 local makers and support the Oak Creek Elementary School PTO. Admission is a donation to the OCES PTO.
Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center, 4340 Tamarack Blvd, Columbus, OH 43229
WHAT: Feature holiday decorations, dog-themed ornaments, baked goods, and handmade crafts. Purchase an ornament from the Giving Tree for your pet, in memory of a pet or a person, or to honor one of the Shelter dogs. Your pets can get photos taken with Santa or a winter scene.
SHOW BENEFITS: Medical and surgical care for sick and injured Shelter dogs.
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Lausche Building, 717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: Holiday market featuring 150 artists and crafters with unique, handcrafted items….pottery, folk art, paintings, stained glass, jewelry, photography and much, much more. Admission is $6, Free return admission on Sunday. Children 12 and under are free. Parking is $5.
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center Bricker Building, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211 United States
WHAT: This large show will feature aisles upon aisles of over 800 booths with one-of-a-kind antiques and collectible items available for sale.
ADMISSION: Free, $5 parking
Annual Gingerbread Cottage Craft Show
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Westerville South High School, 303 S Otterbein Ave, Westerville, Ohio 43081
WHAT: A fundraising event supporting the Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band and Marching Band at Westerville South High School. 100 crafters and Direct Sale vendors with Raffles, Concession Stand, kids activity table and Bake sale.
HollyFest at Hilliard Davidson
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Hilliard Davidson, 5100 Davidson Rd
WHAT: Craft show featuring homemade crafts which include floral, wood, clothing and jewelry items, and more from 118 vendors. Entertainment will be provided and you can get your pet’s photo taken with Santa at Santa Paws. Easter Seals will have a gift wrapping station for you to easily drop off your gifts and they will be all wrapped before you leave.
Admission: $5, $3 for seniors and students, children under 12 are free
Festivus and 400 West Rich’s Holiday Market
WHEN: tba for 2020
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Columbus
WHAT: Annual holiday celebration with studio events gallery exhibits and some of Columbus’s finest local musicians, artisans and food vendors. Visitors shop a diverse collection of handcrafted goods for their friends and family
WHEN: Cancelled for 2020
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center Bricker Building, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211 United States
WHAT: This large show will feature aisles upon aisles of over 800 booths with one-of-a-kind antiques and collectible items available for sale.
ADMISSION: Free, $5 parking
Past 2020 show
Virtual Columbus Winterfair
WHEN: Shop online anytime!
WHERE: Virtual for 2020
WHAT: Shop directly with vendors selling their art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, decorations, and more.
ADMISSION: Free; online
Virtual Linworth Holiday Gift Fest
WHEN: Sunday, November 1, 2020 – Friday, November 13, 2020
WHERE: Virtual for 2020 (Linworth Childrens Center, 7070 Bent Tree Blvd)
WHAT: Event has switched to a virtual format; details will be released closer to the date.
EVENT BENEFITS: All proceeds benefit the LCC Scholarship Program.
Handmade Holiday Market at The Design Refinery
WHEN: Saturday, November 7, 2020 from 10 am – 3 pm, and then 6 pm – 9 pm (as part as Hilltop Art Hop)
WHERE: 11 N. Westmoor Ave Columbus, OH 43204
WHAT: Clay Street Ceramics, The Design Refinery and 3060 Artworks along with several local Artisans are teaming up to bring our neighborhood a safe and wonderful Handmade Market this Holiday Season. We have door prizes to give away and each Guest will be entered to win a vintage Christmas Tree! Please note, our hours will be 10am – 3pm and then we will reopen for the Hilltop Art Hop from 6pm – 9pm
CMA Pop-up Market with Craftin’ Outlaws
WHEN: November 7, 21, and 28, 2020 from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Outdoor at Columbus Museum of Art around the front entrance
WHAT: This outdoor marketplace will give you safe access to shop unique, one-of-a-kind, handmade items from the Craftin Outlaws Collective. Enjoy CMA discounts in the shop and cafe with every Outlaw purchase.
The Pop-Up Market opens every Saturday November 7, 21 and 28th, from 10am-3pm, bad weather cancelations will be announced 24 hours in advance. We’re following procedures and guidelines laid out by the CDC and local health officials, including practicing social distancing for all activities. Masks are required for all adults and children over the age of 2.
ADMISSION: Free
Polaris Makers Market Holiday Event
WHEN: November 8, 2020 from 12 pm – 6 pm
WHERE: Polaris Fashion Place
WHAT: The Halls of Polaris Fashion Place will be filled with Ohio Makers selling their one of a kind wares, just in time to kick off the holiday
ADMISSION: Free
EVENT BENEFITS: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
The Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital
WHEN: November 8, 2020 – December 15, 2020
WHERE: Online for 2020
WHAT: The Bazaar will feature Unique Handcrafted Items created by TWIG members, a Silent Auction, Pick-a-Prize and Raffles. Shop the website for traditional and unique items that include: home décor, seasonal items, children’s collectibles and many other holiday gift ideas.
ADMISSION: Free to shop online!
EVENT BENEFITS: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Franklinton 400 Market
WHEN: Friday, November 13, 2020, 7pm – 10pm (and Dec 11)
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Franklinton
WHAT: Locally made artisan crafts, gifts, and goods, as well as art openings and food
Virtual Clintonville Arts Guild Holiday Show
WHEN: November 13-27, 2020
WHERE: Virtual for 2020 Shop here once the sale starts (typically held at Whetstone Park, 3923 N High St).
WHAT: Free parking and entry. Shop virtually for unique, handcrafted art and gifts by Clintonville Arts Guild Members. Includes over 50 artists, a gallery, silent auction for charity, and door prizes.
EVENT BENEFITS: A portion of the proceeds will go to the Whetstone Community Center.
FallFest Craft and Vendor Event at Frankin County Fairgrounds
WHEN: Saturday, November 12 and Sunday, November 13, 2020 10am – 3pm
WHERE: Franklin County Fair-Hilliard, Ohio, 4100 Columbia St, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
WHAT: Over 30 crafters and vendors in the Ganyard Building, plus raffles. Event is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Annual Craft Bazaar with Leap of Faith Dance Company
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2020 10am – 3pm CANCELLED as of 11/12/20
WHERE: Westerville Naz, 355 Cherrington Dr. Westerville, Ohio 43081
WHAT: There will be holiday items, crocheted specialties, trivets, customized T-shirts, signs, jewelry, skin care, wreaths, direct sales, plants, and more.
Don’t miss a chance to have an autograph and / or picture taken with former OSU football player John Holman for any donation to his kids camps. You’ll also be able to order from food trucks (including Schmidt’s Sausage Haus), direct sales and over 55 vendors.
ADMISSION: Suggested donation of $3 for an adult shopping pass, kids are free. Fundraiser benefits non-profit organization – Leap of Faith Dance Company. No donation required to order from food trucks, and you can pre-order food.
NOTE: Masks will be required for vendors and shoppers unless they are children or have a medical reason why they cannot wear a mask. Entry times will be staggered and cleaning will be vigorous.
Grove City High School Band Holiday Craft and Gift Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 14, 2020, 9a-4pm and Sunday, November 15, 2020, 10a-4pm
WHERE: Grove City High School, 4665 Hoover Rd, Grove City
WHAT: Over 175 unique vendors, as well as homemade Breakfast and Lunch served daily; $3 Admission, $2 for Seniors and students k-12.
EVENT BENEFITS: Grove City High School Band
A Very Merry Farmhouse Christmas
WHEN: November 19-21, 2020. Thursday, November 19: 5-8pm, Friday, November 20: 9am-1pm, Saturday, November 21: 9-1pm
WHERE: Austin Jacob, 8850 Amity Pike, Plain City, OH 43064-9133
WHAT: Enjoy three days of home decor, furniture and holiday shopping at the farm! Come get beautiful one of a kinds finds and designs that you won’t find anywhere else! We have been designing a beautiful home line for the holidays that includes so many of our favorite things for the season: natural woods, beautiful ribbons, yummy candles, wood skis, vintage sleds and so much more! Bring a friend and join us!
APWU 232 Holiday Bazaar
WHEN: November 21, 2020 from 10 am – 4 pm
WHERE: APWU Union Hall, 610 Lancaster Ave, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
WHAT: Direct sale vendors as well as crafts, health and beauty, pastries and food trucks. Raffles for a toy drive. Truro Township Fire Department Toys for Tots. Bring one new toy and be entered into a gift card raffle. Come shop for a good cause and help your small businesses. Face coverings are required. Signs will be posted at the door and face masks will be for sale for $1 if you forget. Hand sanitizer throughout. Booths are 6 ft. Apart
ADMISSION: Free
I’m not affiliated with any of the markets. If you want to find out about vendor information, I suggest you click on the links in the article and see if you can find out who to contact. I do know that many of them fill up with vendors earlier in the year, so you may find limited space. Good luck!
My wife makes ornaments and I was wondering if we could get applications to participate in some of the Arts and Crafts fairs in the Columbus, Ohio area. We also need to know details, such as the entry fee and what facilities (tables, outlets) are available. If you can provide contact telephone numbers, that would be great as well.