Alaska
ANCHORAGE
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Christmas Arts & Crafts Emporium | Anchorage, AK
"The Christmas Arts & Crafts Emporium strives to provide the Anchorage community and its visitors with a winter holiday show featuring a large variety of Alaska made arts and crafts, sold by their creators, thereby enhancing the quality of life of Anchorage residents, visitors and vendors; to provide vendors with a low cost, premier location which affords them an opportunity to showcase and display their products to a broad base of consumers and potential customers; and add to the vitality of downtown Anchorage.."
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Little Fish Workshop’s Makers Market | Anchorage, AK
"Alaska’s most talented artists, crafters, and makers. Little Fish Workshop's Makers Market focuses on Alaskan artisans and homegrown talent. Shop small and support local." This event is run by Little Fish Workshop.
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JUNEAU
Juneau Public Market | Juneau, AK
"A three-day holiday shopping event at the Juneau Centennial Hall and the nearby Juneau Arts & Culture Center (JACC) held every year on Thanksgiving weekend since 1983. A tradition for the people of Juneau, the "Public Market" hosts vendors from every corner of Alaska and the Pacific Northwest who sell items of every description."
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California
BURBANK
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"..the passion to create a "community meets artisan event" focused on the experience of meeting the maker and bringing the local community together in this..."
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COSTA MESA
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The Mom Made Market | Orange County
"The Mom Made Market's main goal is to support moms in business. By hosting markets, we offer #mommade shops a platform to sell their goods and services, network with one another, create new friendships, come meet their followers/supporters in person and to have FUN! We believe that in supporting mom businesses, we can help keep more moms home with their kids, help mothers contribute financially to their families, and encourage creativity and entrepreneurship. In addition to hosting the markets we are passionate about supporting the mom community in general and do this through fundraising at our events for deserving mom focused non profits."
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LONG BEACH​
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Dear Handmade Life | Long Beach, CA
"Long Beach Patchwork Show is located on the water’s edge at Marine Stadium at the boat slip located off of Appian Way. This very pet-friendly event is the perfect spot for an afternoon with your four-legged friend and it is also very popular with cyclists. Long Beach Patchwork is our largest event featuring 200+ vendors, our largest Patchwork Junior (makers under 18) section and live music. We also have a FREE shuttle and FREE bike valet!"
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LOS ANGELES
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Artisanal LA | Los Angeles, CA
"Artisanal LA showcases the best handmade products from around the country. Attendees shop a wide array of edible treats from butchers to chocolate makers, home goods like handcrafted decor and candles, and lifestyle goods like kids clothes and skincare and enjoy programming like hands-on workshops, chef-led demos, expert panels and speakers educating guests on various topics as well as the opportunity to learn about non-profit organizations changing the local food scene in Los Angeles."
Artists & Fleas | Los Angeles, CA
"Artists & Fleas in Venice is located on the vibrant, artistic heart of Venice at the corner of Abbot Kinney and Westminster Avenue in the outdoor lot of Westminister Avenue Elementary School. Join 50+ merchants every Saturday (rain or shine!) for a fabulous lineup of art, design, food trucks and vintage."
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"Bitchcraft was born under a full moon in 2009. 4 Witchy ladies came together to give birth to a creative movement not yet seen in the Craft Faire world. Loving everything dark & magical they curated a select group of like-minded makers and started a series of craft fairs filled with everything from metal, crystals, magic altars, cape wearing, wand making, magic adornments, silversmithing, and anything else related to other worldly realms of the occult. "
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Echo Park Craft Fair | Los Angeles, CA
"The Echo Park Craft Fair is a 2-day art and design event in Silverlake, California, featuring work by over 120 artists and drawing thousands of guests. The Fair has become a pioneering showcase for the thriving Makers Movement. Featuring a meticulous curation of work from some of the finest artists in America, the Fair celebrates innovators creating in a vast array of mediums."
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Renegade Craft | Los Angeles, CA
"Renegade Los Angeles gathers for two inspiring and sunny Fairs a year at Los Angeles State Historic Park. As you head to the park, expect exceptional Maker + Designer goods, food trucks, refreshing drinks, sounds of live DJ sets in the near distance, downtown views, and weekends bookended by sunsets."
Unique Markets | Los Angeles, CA
"Female-founded and based in sunny downtown Los Angeles, we make shopping fun, creative and inspirational! Unique Markets are fresh, modern, pop-up retail experiences that feature the best independent designers, artists and emerging brands. Then we add DJs and a bunch of free activities and perks like refreshing drinks, interactive photo fun and DIY projects, so shoppers can be creative too!"
Urban Air Market | Los Angeles, CA
"Urban Air Market is a curated marketplace for sustainable design. We connect independent artists and designers with their ideal customers through a unique shopping experience that builds community and supports the local economy."
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MISC. SOCAL
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SoCal Etsy Guild | Multiple SoCal Cities
"The SoCal Etsy Guild started as a team on ETSY on June 12, 2012 but has since developed into so much more! We are a group of positive people that wish to be part of a community to share information and to meet local artist. Covering Ventura County, Los Angeles County, Riverside County, San Bernardino County, Orange County, San Diego County, and Imperial County."
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OAKLAND
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Dear Handmade Life | Oakland, CA
"Patchwork’s Northern California event draws on the East Bay’s strong artistic community and commitment to support local commerce. Our venue, Jack London Square, is not only right on the water but features several restaurants [...] and a modern hotel with live jazz on the weekends. We’re honored to be a part of the handmade movement in Oakland, a city that embraces all things local and creative."
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Urban Air Market | Oakland, CA
"Urban Air Market is a curated marketplace for sustainable design. We connect independent artists and designers with their ideal customers through a unique shopping experience that builds community and supports the local economy."
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PASADENA
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"..the passion to create a "community meets artisan event" focused on the experience of meeting the maker and bringing the local community together in this..."
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SACRAMENTO
River City Marketplace | Sacramento, CA
"River City Marketplace is designed to present the Sacramento region’s best artists, makers and small businesses in a setting that creates an enjoyable and memorable experience."
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SAN DIEGO
"Makers Arcade is a regionally based artisan experience that began in 2014, where community and connection are enjoyed around a shared love for all types of art and creativity. San Diego’s artist community is growing with unique expressions throughout the city, and Makers Arcade is our contribution to that ongoing movement that we appreciate and believe in so much. Whether it is the local artists selling their handmade goods, the live music, the hand crafted cocktails, the one of a kind food trucks, or the beautifully designed spaces themselves, Makers Arcade creates an environment of inspiration, welcome and oh so much fun!"
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San Diego Made | San Diego, CA
"We Specialize in Curating Creative, Memorable Events. San Diego Made hosts monthly pop-shop shops, workshops, and small-scale markets, and semi-annual large-scale events like our Holiday Market and Spring Market. All products are curated, local, and support your local economy!"
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The Local Bazaar | San Diego, CA
"A curated showcase of top Local Makers as well as emerging new talents to create a unique mix of Jewelry designers, Candle Makers, Vintage, Local Boutiques, Fashion & Art. Liberty Station is the perfect location. Mixed with Live demonstrations & mini workshops we create an exciting local community event that attracts people of all ages."
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The Mom Made Market | San Diego, CA
"The Mom Made Market's main goal is to support moms in business. By hosting markets, we offer #mommade shops a platform to sell their goods and services, network with one another, create new friendships, come meet their followers/supporters in person and to have FUN! We believe that in supporting mom businesses, we can help keep more moms home with their kids, help mothers contribute financially to their families, and encourage creativity and entrepreneurship. In addition to hosting the markets we are passionate about supporting the mom community in general and do this through fundraising at our events for deserving mom focused non profits."
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SAN FRANCISCO
Renegade Craft | San Francisco, CA
"Renegade San Francisco gathers the expansive Bay Area creative community for three annual weekends of exceptional and inspirational craft. Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion offers a bright and airy marketplace for attendees to discover new artists, shop innovative design, and enjoy immersive features."
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"Each year San Francisco Bazaar features hundreds of juried artists and designers. Shoppers can expect to find the crème de la crème of indie goods: handbags, pottery, letterpress stationary, silk-screened t-shirts, baby clothes, zines, posters, body products and more!"
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"Like the San Francisco Bay Area in which it is located, SF Etsy is a vibrant and diverse community, full of creativity. We strive to support and promote local Etsy sellers by sharing expertise and advice, hosting local shows and events, and providing a valuable network of local talent and resources."
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Urban Air Market | San Francisco, CA
"Urban Air Market is a curated marketplace for sustainable design. We connect independent artists and designers with their ideal customers through a unique shopping experience that builds community and supports the local economy."
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West Coast Craft | San Francisco, CA
"West Coast Craft is a juried exhibition of artist and designer craftspeople inspired by the mood and aesthetics of the West Coast. Cool but sunny, laid back yet innovative, the WCC roster represents the best of West Coast craft."
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SANTA ANA
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Dear Handmade Life | Santa Ana, CA
"Where it all started… Patchwork Show Santa Ana is our first location and our biggest event drawing thousands of customers for over ten years. In 2012, we moved our event to downtown. This urban and historical setting encompasses several streets and incorporates local shops, museums and a handful of restaurants and bars."
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VENTURA​
Dear Handmade Life | Ventura, CA
"Our newest Patchwork Show is in Ventura California [...] Our venue, the Ventura Fairgrounds is a block from the beach and just a few blocks from Ventura’s historic walkable downtown that’s home to some of our favorite restaurants, bars and shops.."
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Hawaii
HONOLULU
The Mom Made Market | Honolulu, HI
"The Mom Made Market's main goal is to support moms in business. By hosting markets, we offer #mommade shops a platform to sell their goods and services, network with one another, create new friendships, come meet their followers/supporters in person and to have FUN! We believe that in supporting mom businesses, we can help keep more moms home with their kids, help mothers contribute financially to their families, and encourage creativity and entrepreneurship. In addition to hosting the markets we are passionate about supporting the mom community in general and do this through fundraising at our events for deserving mom focused non profits."
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Oregon
PORTLAND
Buckman Art Show and Sell | Portland, OR
"This beloved Southeast Portland tradition [...] benefits the Buckman Elementary School PTA. 120 artists and craft persons sell their original artwork, furniture, toys, jewelry, textiles, paper creations, photography, paintings, ceramics and more! In addition to these artists our own Buckman students will be selling their creations! We have live music and dance performances as well as food carts and hands on art. Free children's art activities will be available for the kids."
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Crafty Wonderland | Portland, OR
"We believe in sharing all the crafty goodness our community has to offer with real goods made by real people. We believe artists should be able to make a living doing what they love. We believe local street fairs and craft markets should always have a place in the Portland community, and that indoors (out of the unpredictable weather) is extra nice. We think anytime indie makers and the people who support them come together is its own special kind of holiday. So we set out to make this happen regularly, in a twice-a-year market featuring 200+ artists at the Oregon Convention Center."
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"Locally founded, locally organized, local Artisans! Founded in 2008,we are a community of Pacific NW crafters, artisans and artists who focus on promoting unique handcrafted items which you can purchase directly from their creators.."
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Portland Night Market | Portland, OR
"The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland's best makers and creators! The Portland Night Market is a bimonthly, free event and open to all ages."
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"Home to one of the most vibrant and diverse handmade communities, Renegade unites Portland’s local creatives with the country’s foremost voices in craft and design. Held in Northwest Portland’s Pearl District, Pure Space offers a bright two-day home for emerging and established artists to present their work to bustling crowds and inspired guests."
"Siren Nation’s mission is to inspire and empower women of all ages to create their own art and to highlight the many achievements of women in the arts."
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The Mom Made Market | Portland, OR
"The Mom Made Market's main goal is to support moms in business. By hosting markets, we offer #mommade shops a platform to sell their goods and services, network with one another, create new friendships, come meet their followers/supporters in person and to have FUN! We believe that in supporting mom businesses, we can help keep more moms home with their kids, help mothers contribute financially to their families, and encourage creativity and entrepreneurship. In addition to hosting the markets we are passionate about supporting the mom community in general and do this through fundraising at our events for deserving mom focused non profits."
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"Our exciting new Portland market pop-ups are run and owned locally. Plus the dollars you spend with featured artists and brands go right back into Portland's community & the surrounding area through business taxes, which help to support your local public schools, libraries, parks and recreation services, and lots more! Since 2008 we've been leading the small business movement in America, creating massive pop-up marketplaces around the country to help designers, artists and emerging brands showcase their work. When you attend out pop-up markets you aren't just shopping, you're helping small business owners, artists & emerging brands to thrive!"
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Washington
SEATTLE
Urban Craft Uprising | Seattle, WA
"Urban Craft Uprising is Seattle’s favorite craft show, established in 1995. At UCU, fans can choose from a wide variety of hand-crafted goods... Each show is carefully curated and juried to ensure the best mix of crafts and arts, along with quality and originality. This bi-annual show features over 150 vendors excelling in the world of craft, art and design."
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"Renegade Seattle gathers the local creative community and country’s foremost Makers and Designers for two inspiring weekends a year. The light-filled Hangar 30 located in Magnuson Park’s verdant grounds provides the perfect venue for Seattle’s nature-inspired artists to gather with bustling crowds."
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Please Note: The events listed in our "Event Finder" section are not produced by I Heart Indie Markets unless they are specifically branded as an I.H.I.M. Pop-up Event. If you're looking for the current I.H.I.M. Pop-ups taking place, please visit our I.H.I.M. Pop-up Events page.
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