Celebrate the work of independent artists and makers specializing in home decor, fashion, art, design, food and more at the Chicago Summer Market for Makers on July 22-23, 2023, in the Ravenswood neighborhood. Score one-of-a-kind deals and support small businesses at this market, which supplies a … [Read more...] about Chicago Summer Market for Makers
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Free Summer Night Markets at Navy Pier
Summertime in Chicago means lots of activities by the lake and there is no more classic option than Navy Pier. This year, Navy Pier introduces monthly Summer Night Markets, kicking off on May 31, 2023. Head to Navy Pier's South Dock for fun and a trip through time machines. Each free, monthly … [Read more...] about Free Summer Night Markets at Navy Pier
Renegade Craft Fair Chicago
The iconic Renegade Craft Fair celebrates 20 years with a spring market featuring over 225 artists, designers and creatives on May 20-21, 2023, in the Andersonville neighborhood. Support local and national small businesses with a visit to the fair, which … [Read more...] about Renegade Craft Fair Chicago
Spring Fling Artisan Market
Celebrate the fresh energy of the season with a visit to the Spring Fling Artisan Market at Third Space community center on May 20, 2023. This Lakeview neighborhood market will offer a curated mix of over 20 local creative vendors. Located in the Third Space community hub, the market … [Read more...] about Spring Fling Artisan Market
Planet HER Night Bazaar
Celebrate Women's History Month at the second annual Planet HER Bazaar & Celebration of women makers, artists and musicians at the Chicago Athletic Association on March 24, 2023. Presented by Refine Collective, this exciting night bazaar features 50 Chicago-based women artisans, makers and … [Read more...] about Planet HER Night Bazaar
Logan Square Makers Market & Bar Hop
The beloved past-times of shopping and bar crawling combine into one fun-filled event for the Logans Square Makers Market & Bar Hop on March 12, 2023, in the trendy northwest side community. Browse through hand-crafted goods like jewelry, art, candles and beauty products from 45 artisans … [Read more...] about Logan Square Makers Market & Bar Hop
Black Makers Market at Navy Pier
Celebrate Black History Month with a variety of products and gifts created by Black artisans at the Black Makers Market at Navy Pier, every Saturday and Sunday in February. Head to Navy Pier's family pavilion to browse through an exciting array of items created by Black artists and … [Read more...] about Black Makers Market at Navy Pier
Winter Bryn Market
Stock up on handmade beauty goods, art, apparel and more at the Winter Bryn Mawrket in the Edgewater neighborhood. This creative pop-up market will open every weekend through February 12, 2023. Visit the Winter Bryn Mawrket to shop artisan products, view art installations, and participate … [Read more...] about Winter Bryn Market
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 25-27, 2022. Explore hand-crafted gifts from Mexico including ornaments, nativity scenes, art, jewelry, apparel and toys. You won't have to worry … [Read more...] about Mercado Navideno at Museum of Mexican Art
Andersonville Winter Market and Holiday Trolley
Get ready for the holidays with Swedish goods and hand-crafted gifts at the second annual Andersonville Winter Market on December 2-4, 2022. Roam through the Andersonville business district with a free holiday trolley that runs all weekend. Sip on steaming cups of Simon's Tavern glogg … [Read more...] about Andersonville Winter Market and Holiday Trolley
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