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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2023 Holiday Art and Craft Shows
November Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Shows in Columbus
COTRNA Hollyday Craft Bazaar
WHEN: November 4, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Church of the Resurrection Ministry Center, 6300 E. Dublin-Granville Rd., New Albany
WHAT: 70+ vendors with handmade crafts,
ADMISSION: $2 admission (cash only), raffles gift basket, and more
Holiday Craft & Gift Show at Worthington Christian Village
WHEN: Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm
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.
Mark Twain Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 4, 2023
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
Annual Craft Bazaar with Leap of Faith Dance Company
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023 10am – 3pm
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.
ADMISSION: Admission is $2 per person; ages 16 and under are free. Fundraiser benefits non-profit organization – Leap of Faith Dance Company.
Gifts of the Craftsman Sale
WHEN: November 5 – December 23, 2023
WHERE: Ohio Craft Museum
WHAT: This sale features one-of-a-kind and limited-edition jewelry, ceramics, art glass, clothing and more, all made in America by over 100 fine craft artists. It’s a unique holiday shopping experience featuring new artists and long-time favorites.
Franklinton 400 Market
WHEN: November 10, 2023, 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
Bethel Holiday Market
WHEN: November 11, 2023 from 9 am to 3 pm.
WHERE: Bethel International United Methodist Church – 1220 Bethel Road Columbus
WHAT: Over 85 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 Women of Faith at a minimal cost.
$1 admission on Saturday
PRESALE: This year’s presale FREE Admission is on November 11th from 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm for veterans, senior centers, nursing home residents, teachers, police, firefighters, public servants, and special needs people.
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
Darby HS Athletic Booster Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm
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
St. John Neumann Holiday Craft Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 9 am – 2 pm
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
Sandusky Street Antiques Holiday Open House
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 10 am – 6 pm
WHERE: Sandusky Street Antiques, 30 N. Sandusky Street, Delaware, Ohio
WHAT: The two level shop features vintage holiday items to decorate the home and unique gifts such as jewelry, linens, furniture, primitives, glassware and pottery, architectural pieces, folk art and more from the 1500s to the mid 1900s. A portion of the lower level of this historic, 1869 building features newer home accessories with a vintage appeal plus antiques and collectibles.
EXTRAS: Free refreshments, a gift with purchase that will be given while supplies last and a drawing for a gift basket with lots of new items as well as a store gift certificate. Admission is free and open to the public.
Grove City High School Band Holiday Craft and Gift Bazaar
WHEN: Saturday, November 11, 2023, 9a-4pm and Sunday, November 12, 2023, 10a-4pm
WHERE: Grove City High School, 4665 Hoover Rd, Grove City
WHAT: Over 200 unique vendors, as well as homemade Breakfast and Lunch served daily; $5 Admission, free for 5 and under.
EVENT BENEFITS: Grove City High School Band
TWIG Bazaar benefiting Nationwide Children’s Hospital
WHEN: November 12, 2023 from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Lausche Building at the Ohio Expo Center, 717 E 17th Avenue
WHAT: The Annual TWIG Bazaar features Unique Handcrafted items, Sweet Treats, Raffles, Silent Auctions, Pick-a-Prize, Pictures with Santa and Mrs Claus, Make and Take project. Tasty food will be available for purchase, and there will be activities for children.
ADMISSION: The Event is Free with Early Shopping Passes available for $25 for 9 am shopping
EVENT BENEFITS: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Markets at Pearl Autumn Market
WHEN: November 15, 2023 from 11 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Inside the Huntington Center, 41 S. High St., 2nd floor
WHAT: Seasonal and artisanal goods from an array of local vendors offering sweet treats, artwork, flowers, candles and other unique, handmade products.
Clintonville Arts Guild Holiday Show
WHEN: November 17, 18, and 19, 2023
WHERE: Whetstone Community Center at 3923 N. High Street in Columbus.
WHAT: The event features more than 30 sales booths for individual member artists plus a gallery offering selected work from other member artists. Paintings, jewelry, fiber arts, ceramics, fused glass and more are ready to become perfect holiday gifts. This exciting sale concludes the end of the Guild’s 50th anniversary celebration. The show and sale offers free admission, free parking and the opportunity to win door prizes created by member artists. The show and sale provides a great opportunity to find unique holiday gifts and support local artists.
EVENT BENEFITS: Admission and parking are free. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Whetstone Community Center.
Ohio Made Holiday Market
WHEN: November 17-18, 2023
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. Take a picture with Santa as he walks around!
ADMISSION: Ages 21 & Under are now welcome all day Saturday, and must enter from the Event Center entrance located near the COTA Bus area.
Friday, $20 VIP admission; 21+up only; Saturday Early Access $12.99, Saturday General Admission $5 or free for 10 and under.
Check here for ticket options.
Christmas Corner at the Fairgrounds
WHEN: November 17-18, 2023, 9a-6p, 9a-3p
WHERE: Franklin County Fairgrounds, Ganyard Building, 5031 Northwest Parkway, Hilliard
WHAT: This show is a unique experience. Leisurely shop all 65 booths featuring top quality handmade items and make one payment at check out for all your purchases FREE admission AND parking!
Thompson Rec Center Arts & Crafts Gift Sale
WHEN: November 18, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Thompson Community Center, 1189 Dennison Ave., Columbus 43201
Items sold are mostly made by senior citizens, some of whom were state fair prize winners. The sale will include jewelry, stained and fired glass items, and paintings. There will be a concession stand to benefit the center. Tables are $25 for for sellers.
ADMISSION: Free admission. All ages are welcome.
Howliday Bazaar and Pet Photos with Santa
WHEN: November 18, 2023
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.
ChristmasFair
WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, November 18-19, 2023
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.
Scott Antique Market
WHEN: November 25-26, 2023 9am-6pm, 10am-4pm
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center Bricker Building, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: This large show will feature aisles upon aisles with hundreds booths with one-of-a-kind antiques and collectible items available for sale.
ADMISSION: Free, $8 parking
Not Your Mama’s Craft Markets
WHEN: November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, 2023
November 19: Not Your Mama’s Holiday Market at Bridgepark. 11 am – 4 pm inside the glass atrium and grand ballroom at The Exchange located in Bridge Park, Dublin, OH.
November 26: Not Your Mama’s Market at the Kee. 11 am – 4 pm. Shoppers can get festive in the NEWEST entertainment venue in Downtown Columbus while shopping from more than 100 vendors. Stick around for the Kee’s many bars, restaurants, art galleries, game rooms, patients and more! Admission is free! 225 Neilston Street Columbus, Ohio
November 26: Not Your Mama’s Holiday Market at Brewdog. 11 am – 4 pm. Over 50 handpicked and curated Makers, Vintage Shops and Boutiques will be filling BrewDog’s Beer Museum to create a unique one stop shopping experience for you and your friends! Dog-friendly!
December 3rd: Not Your Mama’s Holiday Market during Village Lights 3 pm – 8 pm
Inside Schiller Park Rec. Center in German Village, 100+ Creatives. FREE Admission
December 10th: BrewDog Brewery and Taproom
During Santa Brunch; brunch reservations recommended 11am – 4pm with 50+ Creatives. FREE Admission
December Holiday Art and Christmas Craft Shows
Columbus Winterfair
WHEN: December 1-3, 2023
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center
WHAT: Shop directly with vendors selling their art, jewelry, crafts, clothing, decorations, and more.
ADMISSION: $7, return visits during weekend are free
CCAD Art Fair and Marketplace
WHEN: December 2, 2023
WHERE: Columbus College of Art & Design Loann Crane Center for Design, 112 Cleveland Ave.
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.
ADMISSION: General admission for shopping beginning at 10 am is $7 in advance, or $10 if purchased at the door.
SHOW BENEFITS: Sales proceeds go directly to the artists
Franklin Heights High School Craft Bazaar
WHEN: December 2, 2023 from 9 am – 3 pm
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
Tis the Season Craft and Vendor Show at Whitehall-Yearling HS
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Whitehall-Yearling High School, 675 South Yearling Road, Whitehall
WHAT: Free Santa photos from 11am-1pm, concessions, a wide variety of vendors, as well as awesome food trucks and concessions (Machete Taqueria, Joseppi’s Pizza on Wheels, Chorivan by Choripan, All Around Sweets & Treats, LLC, and Devil Dog BBQ)
ADMISSION: Free; fundraiser supports the Whitehall Yearling High School Class of 2024.
Holiday Gallery Hop
WHEN: December 2, 2023 from 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
WHERE: Short North Arts District, N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
WHAT: Holiday Hop is the typically the biggest Gallery Hop of the year. 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.
Annual Gingerbread Cottage Craft Show
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 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. Enjoy musical performances while you shop.
ADMISSION: $5/person age 12+. Canned goods also be accepted for W.A.R.M. Each person donating a canned good will receive 1 Free Raffle Ticket (Limit 1 ticket per person)
HollyFest at Hilliard Davidson
WHEN: Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 9 am – 3 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. 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
Not Your Mama’s Craft Markets
WHEN: December 3, December 10, 2023
December 3rd: Not Your Mama’s Holiday Market during Village Lights 3 pm – 8 pm
Inside Schiller Park Rec. Center in German Village, 100+ Creatives. FREE Admission
December 10th: BrewDog Brewery and Taproom
During Santa Brunch; brunch reservations recommended 11am – 4pm with 50+ Creatives. FREE Admission
Craftin’ Outlaws Winter Market at CMA
WHEN: December 3, 2023 from 1 pm – 4 pm
WHERE: Columbus Museum of Art
WHAT: Alternative craft fair featuring hip, handmade items by local indie artists, crafters, and designers. Admission is free and open to all ages – and you can explore the Museum for free while you are there (CMA is always free on Sundays!).
ADMISSION: Admission is free and open to all ages, plus you can explore the Museum for free while you are there (CMA is always free on Sundays!). Tote bags to the first 50 visitors into the event.
Franklinton 400 Market
WHEN: Friday, December 8, 2023, 7pm – 10pm
WHERE: 400 West Rich St. Franklinton
WHAT: Locally made artisan crafts, gifts, and goods, as well as art openings and food
Franklin County Junior Fair Craft Show and Bake Sale
WHEN: Saturday, December 9, 2023, 9am – 3pm
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
Second Saturdays at the Fairgrounds
WHEN: Saturday, December 9, 2023 10am – 4pm
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.
Festivus and 400 West Rich’s Holiday Market
WHEN: December 9-10, 2023
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
Columbus Winter Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show
WHEN: Sunday, December 10, 2023 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
Markets at Pearl Holiday Market
WHEN: December tba from 10 am – 3 pm
WHERE: Inside the Huntington Center, 41 S. High St.
WHAT: Seasonal and artisanal goods from an array of local vendors offering sweet treats, artwork, flowers, candles and other unique, handmade products.
Scott Antique Market
WHEN: December 16-17, 2023
WHERE: Ohio Expo Center Bricker Building, 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
WHAT: This large show will feature aisles upon aisles with hundreds of booths with one-of-a-kind antiques and collectible items available for sale.
ADMISSION: Free, $5 parking
The Holiday Market Series at Columbus
WHEN: November 18 – December 17, 2023, Saturdays, 11 am – 8 pm, Sundays; 12 pm – 6 pm
WHERE: Polaris Fashion Place, 1500 Polaris Place
WHAT: Join local vendors at The Holiday Market Series. Find decor, handmade crafts and gifts for all ages! Event is free to attend for the whole family.
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admin says
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!
James L. Dean says
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.