For ten years, the free Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar has supplied a monthly pop-up of hand-crafted goodies beloved by loyal customers. Don't miss the holiday bazaar on December 22, 2024, at The Promontory. This eclectic indoor market serves up one-of-a-kind finds like funky … [Read more...] about Hyde Park Handmade Artisan Bazaar
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Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Head to a classic Chicago tradition to supply your shopping for the holidays and beyond at Handmade Market at the Empty Bottle. This month's market opens on December 14, 2024, but the market returns on the second Saturday of the month through April 2025. Handmade Market connects the makers of … [Read more...] about Handmade Market at Empty Bottle
Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Welcome the holiday season with shopping, food, music and vibes at Sauced Night Market Before Christmas, on December 13-14, 2024 at the Chicago Athletic Association downtown. This roving market supplies over three dozen vendors selling hand-crafted artisan goods and food. The holiday … [Read more...] about Sauced Night Market Before Christmas
Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Add the colors and traditions of Mexico to your holiday shopping with a visit to the Mercado Navideno at the National Museum of Mexican Art on November 29-December 1, 2024. Explore hand-crafted gifts from Mexico including ornaments, nativity scenes, art, jewelry, apparel and toys. You won't have … [Read more...] about Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Randolph Street Market Holiday Markets
In honor of the holiday season, Chicago's signature open-air market, the Randolph Street Market is hosting its annual holiday markets (indoors) on November 16-17 and December 14-15, 2024. Celebrating 21 years, the Randolph Street Market Festival features an intriguing mix of … [Read more...] about Randolph Street Market Holiday Markets
Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
You don't need to travel to visit a charming European Christmas market because Chicago hosts the most authentic European holiday market outside of Europe. Christkindlmarket brings the sights, scents and sounds of a German holiday market to Chicago, opening on November 22, 2024. Since … [Read more...] about Chicago’s Christkindlmarket
Ravenswood Costume Crawl
Dive into the joy of the season with a visit to the Ravenswood Costume Crawl, filled with Halloween-themed fun, seasonal goods, treats and drinks on October 30, 2024. This free event will transform Ravenswood's Montrose Avenue of shops and restaurants into a spooky space for sipping, snacking and … [Read more...] about Ravenswood Costume Crawl
Chicago Artisan Market
Start shopping for the holidays and discover the best in Chicago's handcrafted goods at the Chicago Artisan Market on October 13, 2024, in the West Loop. Shop for one-of-a-kind, fashion, food, jewelry, art and home goods at this curated specialty marketplace. The Chicago Artisan Market … [Read more...] about Chicago Artisan Market
Target Circle Week Returns With Deep Discounts
Photo: Target Take aim for big savings for one week, Target shoppers! Circle back and head to Target this fall for the return of the store’s popular Target Circle Week — from Oct. 6 to 12, 2024. Find lots of deals on … [Read more...] about Target Circle Week Returns With Deep Discounts
Free Festival del Arte Popular at National Museum of Mexican Art
Start your holiday shopping early by checking out the masterful work of Mexican artisans at the annual Festival del Arte Popular at the National Museum of Mexican Art on October 11-20, 2024. Witness live demonstrations of intricate Mexican folk art and meet artists from all over … [Read more...] about Free Festival del Arte Popular at National Museum of Mexican Art
Andersonville Vintage Market
The Chicago shopping event of the summer returns; Andersonville Vintage Market will supply treasures from every era on select Sundays on July 21, August 18 and September 22, 2024. Discover one-of-a-kind antiques, jewelry, furniture, art, clothing and more at this monthly market. From 10 am-4 pm, … [Read more...] about Andersonville Vintage Market
Things To Do In Chicago in May
With spring weather warming up more consistently and the lakefront thawing into lovely aquamarine waves, May is a favorite time to explore Chicago before the large summer tourist crowds arrive. Consider these free or low-cost activities for your Chicago May adventures. Besides the essential … [Read more...] about Things To Do In Chicago in May
