Illustration of a woodcarver working at a Christmas market stall while shoppers watch in the snow (MSU Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Show)
Christmas Markets

MSU Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Show

Visitors can browse handmade arts and crafts from more than 125 vendors spread across all four floors of the MSU Union. The show exclusively features handcrafted items with no resell or wholesale merchandise, offering holiday gifts while supporting small business owners and students. Inside the venue, guests can visit a convenience store or purchase coffee and baked goods.

Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Admission, parking, and entertainment are complimentary.

Hours

Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Neighborhood

East Lansing

Food & Drink

The Union food court is closed for renovations; Sparty's Market offers convenience-store items, and Strange Matter serves coffee and baked goods.

Parking

Parking is complimentary.

Accessibility

The only accessible entrance to the MSU Union is located on the west side of the building near Abbot Road.

Location

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MSU Union · 49 Abbot Rd, East Lansing Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday shoppers and handmade-craft lovers

Vibe

Handmade and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Use Grand River Ramp 6, where parking is free during the show, to keep your visit simple.
  • Visitors needing accessible parking should use the event's Abbot Road spaces and have accessible plates or hang tags ready for checkpoint confirmation.
  • Plan time for all four floors and wear comfortable shoes, since browsing the full show involves moving through the building.
  • Remember the Union food court is closed; Sparty's Market and Strange Matter offer convenience-store items, coffee, and baked goods instead.
  • Look for the artist and crafter lists and booth map, which are typically posted about two weeks before the show.

Links & Contact

Run by University Activities Board (UAB)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of items will I find?

Only handmade arts and crafts, with no resale or wholesale goods. More than 125 vendors fill all four floors of the MSU Union.

Where should I park?

Park at Grand River Ramp 6 at 449 E Circle Dr. It's free during the show. MSU Parking Services lists any other parking that's open.

Is there food inside the Union?

The Union food court is closed for renovations. You can still use Sparty's Market, a convenience store, and Strange Matter, which serves coffee and baked goods.

Is the show accessible?

Accessible parking runs along Abbot Rd in both directions, with a checkpoint to confirm plates or hang tags. There's more throughout Ramp 6, which has elevators on levels 1 to 5. The Union's only accessible entrance is on the west side, near Abbot Rd.

Can I see which artists are coming before I go?

Yes. The artist lists and booth maps usually go up about two weeks before the show, once artists confirm.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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