If you love to shop local, you may want to check out one of the local craft shows around the metro area between now and Christmas. This is a great way to support local artisans and get personalized gifts for anyone on your list.
An extensive list can be found at this link, and here are some highlights!
November 15 – 17
Castle Clay Artists Fall Show, Golden. November 14-16. Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 40+ clay artists, also selling jewelry, wood and glass. Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd St., Golden.
Holiday Food & Gift Festival, Denver. November 15-17. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hundreds of vendors. Featuring art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, wood, music, photography, toys, Christmas décor, and much more. Admission: $15/adults, $13/senior & youth, FREE/kids 12 and under. Print coupon to save $3. National Western Complex.
Jefferson Avenue United Methodist Church Craft Show, Wheat Ridge. November 15 & 16. Friday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 40+ vendors and crafters. 4425 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge.
Lakewood UCC Holiday Boutique. November 15 & 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and find some holiday treasures. Quality crafts, recycled jewelry, nearly new children’s books, local handcraft vendors and more. Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr St, Lakewood.
November 21 – 26
3rd Annual Holiday Pop Up Market at West + Main Homes. November 22-23. If you are a local crafter, maker, or artist we are now accepting applications for free booth space at westandmainpopup.com
Denver Botanic Gardens Winter Gift Market, Denver. November 21-23. Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 50+ artisans sell specialty foods, natural bath & body products, clothing, seasonal items, jewelry and more. Gardens’ members get an extra 10% off purchases. FREE Gardens admission, too. 1007 York St., Denver.
Mollie McGee’s Holiday Market, Longmont. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 160+ booths. Admission: $5. Kids under 12 are free. No strollers on Saturday until 1 p.m. Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Bldg., Hover & Nelson Rds., Longmont.
Christmas in Windsor, Windsor. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All handmade items from 100+ vendors. Admission: $3. Windsor Rec Center, 250 N. 11th St.
Sugar Plum Bazaar, Denver. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 120+ Colorado artisans and vendors sell handmade, vintage, re-purposed and unique items. Denver Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave., Denver.
November 29 – December 3
Stapleton Holiday Bazaar, Denver. November 29-December 1. Friday & Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Held at The Shops at Northfield. 60+ local craft vendors, food and fashion trucks, live entertainment. 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver.
Horseshoe Holiday Market, Denver. November 30 & December 1. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. 100+ artisans selling vintage and handmade goods, plus food trucks and mobile boutiques in the parking lot. Admission free, but suggestion donation of $5 to Children’s Hospital Art Therapy Program. Highlands Masonic Temple, 3550 Federal Blvd., Denver.
Fetch Holiday Market, Denver. November 30 & December 1. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This show features hundreds of vendors selling one-of-a-kind gifts each weekend. Admission: $5. Denver Sports Castle, 1000 Broadway, Denver.
December 5 – 8
Denver Potters Association Holiday Show & Sale, Denver. December 5-8, Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 40+ artists showcase one-of-a-kind functional and sculptural ceramics, plus handmade jewelry, glass and wood creations. Sixth Avenue United Church, 3250 E. 6th Ave., Denver.
Jefferson Unitarian Church Holiday Craft Faire, Golden. December 6 & 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. 35+ crafters. 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden.
Highlands Ranch Hometown Holiday & Winter Market. December 6, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor market with meats, pastries, breads, fudge and crafts. Town Center North, 1100 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch.
Winter Market, Longmont. December 7 & 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 100+ local food growers and producers selling fresh produce, specialty meats, eggs, baked goods, preserves, cheese, hot sauces, wine, prepared food, coffee, kombucha, jewelry, skincare, woodwork, home goods and more. Live music. Free kid’s activities. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont.
Holiday Mountain Market, Nederland. December 7 & 8. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 60+ vendors selling handmade crafts and art. Live entertainment, photos with Santa from noon to 3 p.m. both days. Nederland Community Center, 750 Colo.Highway 72 North, Nederland.
Lyons Holiday Craft Bazaar. December 7 & 8. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 60+ artisan crafters selling jewelry, textiles, pottery and glass. Lyons Elementary School, 388 High St., Lyons.
Boulder Holiday Gift Festival, Boulder. December 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 100+ exhibitors. Handcrafted goods from local merchants. Boulder YMCA (inside the gym), 2850 Mapleton Ave., Boulder.
December 13 – 15
Jackalope Art Fair, Denver. December 14 & 15, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 150+ trendsetting makers and designers of local goods. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora.
Firefly Handmade Market, Boulder. December 14 & 15. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ artisans, live music. All handmade items. Balch Fieldhouse at Folsom Field, University of Colorado, 1951 Colorado Ave., Boulder.
December 20 – 22
Last Chance Gift Fest, Longmont. December 21 & 22, Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 180+ Colorado vendors. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont.
Holiday Artisan Market, Denver. December 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted artisan work including handmade soaps, holiday foods, Christmas ornaments, knitting, jewelry, paintings and more. Photo booth, giveaways, music. Scheitler Rec Center, 5031 W. 46th Ave. (across from Lakeside Amusement Park), Denver.
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