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 a bunch of 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.
Looking for more holiday events around Columbus? Check out these links!
- Your Guide to Christmas and Holiday Events in Columbus
- Breakfasts with Santa
- Photos with Santa
- Locations of Mailboxes for Letters to Santa
- Community Tree Lightings and Holiday Celebrations in Columbus
- Holiday Train Rides in Ohio: Santa Trains and Polar Express
Holiday Art and Craft Festivals for 2018 (still being updated)
Events in italics have not yet been updated for 2018.
October
WHEN: Friday, October 12, 2018 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
‘THE’ Annual Art Show
WHEN: Sunday, October 15, 12pm – 5pm
WHERE: Marble Cliff Manor, 2015 w 5th ave, Columbus OH 43212
WHAT: THE’ Annual Art show gives local artists a chance to show and sell their art at affordable prices. Twenty-five artists from central Ohio are hosting a pop-up art gallery at the Marble Cliff Manor. Attendees will also get the chance to see the inside of the Marble Cliff Manor, a mansion built in the early 1900’s- now converted to office space- which retains much of its original interior. This is the third year for this event which is hosted at a different location each year in the Tri-Village area. Parking, entry, and refreshments are free!
WHEN: Sunday, October 21, 2018 10pm – 4pm
WHERE: Delaware County Fair, Delaware Ohio
WHAT: Join lots of local crafters and artists to kick off your holiday shopping! Over 100 different LOCAL crafters/artists to shop from! Admission is FREE- However, we will have donation boxes for Safe Harbor. So please bring a non parishable item- or 5!
November
Annual Mark Twain Craft Bazaar 2018
WHEN: Saturday, November 3, 2018 from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Westerville North High School, 950 County Line Rd, Westerville, Ohio 43081
WHAT: Over 150 unique artists from throughout Ohio and welcomed 2000 patrons last year. All items are beautifully hand crafted.
Our Lady of Victory Holiday Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 10, 2018 from 9 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Parish Life Center, 1559 Roxbury Rd, Marble Cliff
WHAT: Holiday bazaar and craft show with delicious Italian food, soups, sandwiches, and bake sale. Features cash raffles, white elephant sale, and more.
Britton Elementary Holiday Craft Show
WHEN: Sat, November 10, 2018, 9 am – 1pm
WHERE: Britton Elementary School, 4501 Britton Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026
WHAT: Over 50 handmade crafters, vendors, raffles and more
EVENT BENEFITS: Britton Elementary PTO
Grandview Holiday Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 4, 10am – 3pm
WHERE: EILLMS Commons, 1240 Oakland Avenue Grandview
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
Granville Music Booster Bazaar and Craft Show
WHEN: November 10, 2018 from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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
Clintonville Arts Guild Holiday Show
WHEN: November 9-11, 2018
WHERE: Whetstone Park, 3923 N High St
WHAT: Free parking and entry. 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. During the event, the Guild also hosts its annual Art Supply Drive. Shoppers can donate unused/excess art supplies (non-toxic, in good condition) for distribution to the Whetstone Community Center, the Clintonville-Beechwold Resource Center, and Columbus public schools. (No frames, please.)
Linworth Holiday Gift Fest
WHEN: Friday, November 10 (3:00 pm-7:00 pm) and Saturday, November 11 (9:00 am-2:00 pm)
WHERE: Linworth Childrens Center, 7070 Bent Tree Blvd
WHAT: 60+ vendors/crafters selling unique items, raffle prizes, lunch and bake sale, silent auction and themed baskets.
FREE activities for children. Free balloon twisting on Friday 5 pm to 7 pm and free face painting Saturday 10 am to 12 pm.
EVENT BENEFITS: All proceeds benefit the LCC Scholarship Program.
WHEN: Friday, November 9, 7pm – 10pm (and Dec 14)
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Franklinton
WHAT: Locally made artisan crafts, gifts, and goods, as well as art openings and food
Junk Bash Vintage Boutique Holiday Show
WHEN: November 10 and 11; Friday 10am – 6pm and Saturday 10am – 6pm
WHERE: The Ohio Expo (inside the newly built Cardinal Hall), 717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: If you love everything rusty, dusty, handmade, repurposed, vintage, awesome, then Junk Bash Vintage Boutique is for you! Where vintage enthusiasts come to party & shop, this one of a kind marketplace celebrates the gritty, callused hands of our makers and purveyors and lauds the lifestyle led by vintage enthusiasts. Check out Elbow Grease designated exhibitors offering demo’s and showcasing the latest and greatest in DIY tools and supplies. Visit booths to learn tips of the trade, ask questions and grab samples.
ADMISSION: $8 per person, per day. Ages 14 and under free. Cash or check at the door; online tickets subject to $2 fee per order. The Ohio Expo will collect a parking fee of $5.
Darby HS Athletic Booster Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 9am – 3pm
WHERE: Hilliard Darby High School, 4200 Leppert Rd, Hilliard
WHAT: Craft show featuring gift baskets for raffle, concessions, and pictures with Santa. In 2015, admission was $2 per person at the door, children under age 3 are free (unverified for 2016)
EVENT BENEFITS: Hilliard Darby Athletic Boosters
Ohio Made Holiday Market 2018
WHEN: November 9-10
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.
Back by popular demand, get your VIP Tickets for an exclusive shopping experience from 9AM – Noon.
Harmon Holiday Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 9am – 3pm
WHERE: 1861 Gantz Rd, Grove City, Ohio 43123
WHAT: Shop 50+ handmade and Direct Sale Vendors, and eat at Columbus’ yummiest Food Trucks! If you would like to participate as a vendor, please email harmonptacraftshow@yahoo.com.
SHOW BENEFITS: James A. Harmon Elementary PTA
St. John Neumann Holiday Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 9am – 2pm
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
Grove City Holiday Craft and Gift Bazaar 2018
WHEN: Saturday, November 10, 9a-4pm and Sunday, November 11, 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; $2 Admission, Seniors $1, kids under 12 free. See Facebook page for vendor details
EVENT BENEFITS: Grove City High School Band
Bethel Int’l United Methodist Women Craft Marketplace
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 9am – 3pm
WHERE: Bethel International United Methodist Church – 1220 Bethel Road Columbus
WHAT: Over 70 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; bake sale to help benefit the Youth Group of Bethel
Craftin’ Outlaws
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, November 11-12 from, 12 – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Greater Columbus Convention Center, 400 N High St, Columbus
WHAT: Alternative craft fair featuring hip, handmade items by local indie artists, crafters, and designers. There will be make and take stations so you can DIY, as well as giveaways, swag bags, and raffles will happen throughout the day. Cash bar available
EVENT BENEFITS: Get a ticket for a raffle with amazing prizes by bringing a box or sleeve of diapers as part of a diaper drive with the Columbus Diaper Coalition.
The Annual TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital
WHEN: Sunday, November 12, 10am – 3pm
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center Fairgrounds Lausche Building, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211 United States
WHAT: More than 200 tables of handmade crafts with traditional and unique items that include: home décor, seasonal items, children’s collectibles and many other holiday gift ideas at this huge event.
ADMISSION: Free! Early admission passes available for $25 donation to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, and will allow you to shop before the bazaar opens to the public. Ohio Expo Center charges $5 parking fee.
EVENT BENEFITS: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
November 16-18
Oak Creek Holiday Market 2018
WHEN: Saturday, November 17, 10 am – 2 pm
WHERE: Oak Creek Elementary School1256 Westwood Dr, Lewis Center, Ohio 43035
WHAT: Shop small for the holidays with 50 local makers and support the Oak Creek Elementary School PTO. While you shop, the kiddos can look for gifts on their own at our Secret Santa shop!
Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
WHEN: Sat, November 18, 10am – 3pm
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. For a donation, your pets can get photos taken with Santa or a winter scene (make appt).
SHOW BENEFITS: Medical and surgical care for sick and injured Shelter dogs.
Not Your Mama’s Craft Market
WHEN: Sat, November 18, 1pm – 6pm
WHERE: The Annunciation Cathedral Banquet Hall, 555 N High St, Columbus, Ohio 43215
WHAT: Over 70 Handmade vendors with unique and fun gift options with one-of-a-kind jewelry, stationery, clothing and accessories, leather goods, art prints, ceramics, knitwear, pet accessories and much more. Enjoy workshops, food and drinks, live music, and more.
Christmas Fair
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, November 18-19, 10am -5pm
WHERE: Lausche Building, 717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: $6, Free return admission on Sunday. Children 12 and under are free. Parking is $5. Holiday market featuring 150 artists and crafters with unique, handcrafted items….pottery, folk art, paintings, stained glass, jewelry, photography and much, much more.
November 22
Ohio Made Holiday Market Black Friday Edition 2018
WHEN: November 22
WHERE: Grove City Brewing Company3946 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio 43123
WHAT: Shop small from local high quality Makers. Free parking; free admission
December Shows
Made Local Marketplace Holiday Show
WHEN: Saturday, December 1, 2018 from 9am – 4pm
WHERE: Bridgewater Banquet Center, 10561 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell
WHAT: Over 100 local vendors featuring arts and crafts, apparel, jewelry, gifts, food, and more, spread throughout the mall.
Olde Sawmill Elementary PTO Holiday Bazaar
WHEN: Thursday, November 30; 7 pm – 9 pm
WHERE: Olde Sawmill Elementary School, 2485 Olde Sawmill Blvd, Dublin, Ohio 43016
WHAT: Local artisans will be selling unique handcrafted home décor items.
ADMISSION: Free
EVENT BENEFITS: Olde Sawmill Elementary PTO
Annual Gingerbread Cottage Craft Show 2018
WHEN: Saturday, December 1; 10 am – 3 pm
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.
Columbus Winterfair
WHEN: Friday – Sunday, December 1 – December 3; 10 am – 8 pm Friday and Saturday; 11 am – 4 pm Sunday
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center & State Fair, 717 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: More than 400 vendors selling their art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, decorations, and more. Enjoy activities and exhibitions to get you in the holiday spirit.
ADMISSION: $7, 12 and under free; return visits on all 3 days are free. The Ohio Expo center charges $5 parking.
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 9 am – 2 pm
WHERE: Highland Park Elementary School, 2600 Cameron Street, Grove City
WHAT: Crafts, vendors, and food trucks, as well as the Scholastic Book Fair
EVENT BENEFITS: Highland Park Elementary PTO
Dublin Jerome Holiday Gift and Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, December 2 from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE; Dublin Jerome High School, Hyland-Croy Road, Dublin, Jerome, OH
WHAT: Holiday Gift/Craft Bazaar. Over 100 Vendor tables. Poinsettia’s, Raffle Prizes, food, Child Craft Table & Craft Demonstrations throughout the day.
Holiday Gallery Hop
WHEN: Saturday, December 2 from 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Short North Arts District, N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
WHAT: Holiday Hop is the biggest Gallery Hop of the year. See new art exhibitions in the District’s galleries, vote for your favorite window display, and grab a drink and bite to eat while you’re out under the glittering arches. Don’t miss the Holiday Hop Pop Up Shop craft fair at The Garden Theater and outdoor performers and artists.
HollyFest at Hilliard Davidson
WHEN: Saturday, December 2 from 9 am – 4 pm
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.
Admission: $5, $3 for seniors and students.
CCAD Art Fair
WHEN: Saturday, December 2 from 11am – 3pm
WHERE: 112 Cleveland Ave Columbus, OH 43224
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: $5 admissions fund student scholarships, and sales proceeds go directly to the artists. $20 admission allows entry at 9 am for first look at the art.
Made LOCAL Marketplace Holiday Show #2
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 11am-6pm
WHERE: Bridgewater Banquet Center, 10561 Sawmill Pkwy, Powell, OH 43065
WHAT: Over 100 local vendors featuring arts and crafts, apparel, jewelry, gifts, food, and more, on two different floors.
Columbus Winter Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 10am – 4pm
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!
SHOW BENEFITS: A portion of proceeds will benefit local non-profit, Hope Hollow
December 7-9
Festivus and 400 West Rich’s Holiday Market
WHEN: Friday – Sunday, December 8-10; Friday: 7-10 pm, Saturday 11 am-6 pm and Sunday: 12 pm-4 pm
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. Details tba here.
Annual Holiday Glass Art Sale
WHEN: Dec 8-10; Friday: 11am-6pm, Saturday: 10am-5pm, and Sunday: 11am-4pm
WHERE: Glass Axis, 610 W Town St, Columbus, OH 43215, United States
WHAT: Find your winter glass needs from ornaments to snowmen from numerous local glass artists. We will be offering glass making classes where you can make your own blown glass ornament or winter-themed bead. Glass classes will be offered at a special discount rate during the duration of the Holiday Sale.
Holiday Market presented by SideBySide Columbus
WHEN: December 9
WHERE: Dublin Recreation Center, 5600 Post Rd, Dublin, Ohio 43017
WHAT: Over 30 Gift exhibitors including homemade items, crafts, gifts, raffles, stocking stuffers, baked goods, silent auction items and more! Family-friendly.
ADMISSION: Free
A Touch of the Holidays Craft Fair
WHEN: Saturday, December 9 from 9 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Maynard Avenue United Methodist Church, 2350 Indianola Ave, Columbus, OH 43202
WHAT: Enjoy a holiday wonderland featuring crafts, presents, kids craft area, treats and more, with handmade items from 40+ local vendors
Holiday Craft Fair with Superhero Santa
WHEN: December 9 from 11 am – 4 pm.
WHERE: Packrat Comics3864 Lattimer St, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
WHAT: Holiday/pop culture/superhero craft fair. Get your picture with our very own Spider-man Santa & Santa’s Helper, Kylo Ren!
December 14-16
Scott Antique Market
WHEN: Saturday, December 16, 9am – 6pm and Sunday, December 17, 10am – 4pm
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
Maker’s Market: Holiday Edition
WHEN: Sunday, December 17, 1apm – 4pm
WHERE: 1400 Food Lab, 1400 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215
WHAT: A curated selection of maker products will be available for purchase. Find tasty, one-of-a kind gifts for everyone on your list and finish that last minute shopping. Taste an assortment of hand-made products and cuisine, enjoy a hot chocolate bar and explore the schedule of chef-led cooking classes! Shop local, shop small and give the gift of good taste this season!
ADMISSION: Tickets are free, but please RSVP so they can prepare for sampling.
Ongoing
Claremont Retirement Village
WHEN: Opening, Sunday, November 19, 2017 from 2-4 pm. Show runs through 12/19/17 from 9-6 pm.
WHERE: Claremont Retirement Village, 7041 Bent Tree Blvd, Columbus, OH 43235
WHAT: Art show around the theme of generations, and generations of family artists. Come and see what the artists of all ages have created. Art will be for sale and the general public is welcome.
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.