Handcrafted Holiday Sale
Visitors can browse and shop works created by more than 60 student and teaching artists. The sale features handcrafted ceramics, original paintings, fine art prints, jewelry, fiber arts, and glass and wood creations. A dedicated Kids Shopping Area offers children the chance to pick out handmade gifts for adults.
Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Sat-Sun 10:00 am-4:00 pm.
Parking
Free parking is available in the main parking lot on the north side of the building.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring the kids early in the day, because the Kids Shopping Area closes an hour before the main sale ends on both Saturday and Sunday.
- Let children shop the Kids Shopping Area on their own if you want a surprise, since they can pick gifts with or without a parent along.
- Look for this year's list of participating artists when it goes up in November if you want to find a favorite ceramicist, painter or glass artist.
- Use the free parking in the main lot on the north side of the Shadelands Art Center building when you arrive for the sale.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: a Kids Shopping Area, run with the Clay Arts Guild, where children choose handmade gifts for adults. It's open both days and closes an hour before the main sale.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of work is for sale?
More than 60 student and teaching artists sell handcrafted ceramics, original paintings, fine art prints, jewelry, fiber arts, and glass and wood pieces.
Can kids do their own shopping?
Yes. This year the Kids Shopping Area lets children pick out handmade gifts for the adults in their lives, with or without a parent tagging along. Surprises are encouraged.
Is the Kids Shopping Area open the whole time?
It's open both days but closes an hour before the main sale ends.
Where do I park?
Park for free in the main lot on the north side of the building.
Where does the money go?
Part of the proceeds benefits the Center for Community Arts, the Clay Arts Guild and the Community Arts Foundation. All proceeds from the Kids Shopping Area go to ceramic scholarships.
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