Find a craft show close to home, from fine-art fairs in Canton and Columbus to handmade holiday markets in Dayton, Toledo, Cleveland, and Athens. This guide covers 18 Ohio events from November 13 through December 19, 2026.
Schedule checked November 12, 2026. All times are Eastern. Check the linked event page for updates before you go.
Ohio craft show picks by weekend
- November 13–15 · Canton Christkindl Markt ($10 at the door), Winter at the Round Barn in Lancaster ($5 Saturday before 3 p.m.), or Aullwood Holiday Art Fair in Dayton (free).
- Thanksgiving weekend · Try Crafty Supermarket in Cincinnati or Crafts for Christmas in Maumee. Both have free admission.
- December 18–19 · See the Cleveland Bazaar Last Minute Market or the final weekend of the Sandusky Christmas Market.
Columbus and Central Ohio Christmas craft shows
Winter at the Round Barn
November 13–14 · Friday 4–8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 E. Fair Ave., Lancaster.
Admission Friday $10. Saturday $5 before 3 p.m. and free afterward. Ages 14 and under enter free.
Browse handmade goods and vintage finds in the fairgrounds’ barns. Round Barn hours and ticket details.
Ohio Made Holiday Market
November 20–21 · Friday evening and Saturday daytime, with timed entry
Hollywood Casino Columbus Event Center, 200 Georgesville Rd., Columbus. Enter through the hotel.
Admission Saturday general admission is $5 from noon to 5 p.m. Friday and early Saturday sessions have separate ticket prices.
Shop from Ohio makers in one indoor market. Ohio Made Holiday Market tickets and entry times.
Columbus Winterfair
December 4–6 · Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.–7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Bricker Building, Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus.
Admission $8. Children 12 and under enter free. $6 tickets are available at the Ohio Craft Museum.
Browse juried fine art and crafts, visit the gourmet marketplace, or watch artist demonstrations. Columbus Winterfair tickets, artist directory, and parking.
Dayton, Cincinnati, and Southwest Ohio holiday craft shows
Aullwood Holiday Art Fair
November 14 · 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Aullwood Nature Center, 1000 Aullwood Rd., Dayton.
Admission Free.
The indoor fair features makers selling ceramics, baskets, woodwork, and other gifts. Aullwood Holiday Art Fair visitor details.
Christmas in Historic Springboro
November 20–22 · Festival hours Friday 6–10 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Historic South Main Street, Springboro.
Craft booths line the street. Use the festival’s craft vendor directory to find a maker before you go. Springboro festival hours and directions. Craft vendor directory.
Crafty Supermarket
November 28 · 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Cincinnati Music Hall Ballroom, 1241 Elm St., Cincinnati.
Admission Free.
Look for handmade jewelry, ceramics, original art, and paper goods from independent makers. Crafty Supermarket holiday hours and maker lineup.
Holly Days at the Arcade
December 9–11 · 3–8 p.m. each day
Dayton Arcade, 31 W. Fourth St., Dayton.
Admission Free.
A weeknight option with small-business vendors, food, and live entertainment. Holly Days event details from the Dayton Arcade.
Dayton Christkindlmarkt
December 12–13 · Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday noon–4 p.m.
Dayton Liederkranz-Turner, 1400 E. Fifth St., Dayton.
Admission Free.
Find handmade ornaments, jewelry, and paper crafts alongside German collectibles. Dayton Christkindlmarkt hours and parking.
Cleveland, Akron, and Northeast Ohio Christmas markets
Canton Christkindl Markt
November 13–14 · 10 a.m.–5 p.m. both days
Canton Museum of Art and Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. N, Canton.
Admission $10 at the door, $8 presale, free for ages 12 and younger.
The market brings together fine art, crafts, and seasonal gifts. Canton Christkindl Markt tickets and visitor details.
Akron Bazaar Holiday
November 27–29 · Friday 5–9 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Lock 3, 200 S. Main St., Akron.
Shop indoors at Lock 3. The market is also open during Friday’s Santa parade. Akron Bazaar Holiday schedule and maker list.
Cleveland Bazaar Holiday
December 12–13 · Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
78th Street Studios, 1305 W. 80th St., Cleveland.
Visit maker booths across three floors and stop at open resident artist studios. Cleveland Bazaar Holiday schedule and maker list.
Cleveland Bazaar Last Minute Market
December 18–19 · Friday 5–9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
78th Street Studios, 1305 W. 80th St., Cleveland.
Shop during Friday’s Third Friday art walk or return Saturday for the final Bazaar market of the season. Cleveland Last Minute Market schedule and makers.
Toledo and Northwest Ohio craft shows and holiday markets
Maker’s Mart Holiday Edition
November 14 · 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
Handmade Toledo, 1717 Adams St., Toledo.
Admission $5, as listed by Toledo City Paper.
The juried fair features original work from independent makers, plus small-batch foods. Handmade Toledo’s Maker’s Mart details. Visitor hours and admission from Toledo City Paper.
Sandusky Christmas Market
November 27–29, December 4–6, 11–13, and 18–19 · Friday 4–9 p.m., Saturday noon–9 p.m., Sunday noon–4 p.m. on the first three weekends
Schade-Mylander Plaza, 108 W. Shoreline Dr., Sandusky.
Admission Free.
An outdoor holiday market in downtown Sandusky with vendor stalls. The final weekend runs Friday and Saturday. Sandusky Christmas Market dates and location.
Crafts for Christmas
November 28–29 · Saturday 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Lucas County Recreation Center, 2901 Key St., Maumee.
Admission Free admission and parking.
The Toledo Craftsman’s Guild presents juried handmade gifts and holiday decorations. Crafts for Christmas details from the Toledo Craftsman’s Guild.
Winter Festival of Crafts
December 13 · 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, 6832 Convent Blvd., Sylvania.
Admission Free admission and parking.
The guild’s final show of the year offers handmade gifts and seasonal decorations. Winter Festival of Crafts hours and venue.
Athens and Southeast Ohio holiday craft shows
Athens Holiday Shoppe
November 14–15 · Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Athens Community Center gym, 701 E. State St., Athens.
Admission Free admission and parking.
The Athens Art Guild brings together regional makers working in ceramics, jewelry, woodworking, and fiber arts. Athens Holiday Shoppe public hours and directions.
Dairy Barn Holiday Bazaar
December 11–12 · Friday 3–8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Dairy Barn Arts Center, 8000 Dairy Lane, Athens.
Admission Free.
A curated market for original handmade work. The arts center recommends carpooling because on-site parking is limited. Dairy Barn Holiday Bazaar schedule and parking.
How to find more craft shows near you in Ohio
Search for holiday craft show [city or county] [month] [year]. Try the county name if you live near several small towns. County visitor bureaus, local arts guilds, parks departments, libraries, and school booster clubs often publish smaller fairs. For a statewide search, start with Ohio’s official festivals and events calendar.
Before you go, confirm the date and year, the exact entrance, and any admission or parking fees. If you’re looking for a specific kind of work, check the organizer’s maker list for vendors who sell it. A photo of a maker’s business card or booth sign can help you find their work again after the show.
If you want to buy something made locally, ask the maker where they made the item and which parts of the work they do themselves. See our guide to checking where a product was made.
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