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Festival Of Crafts

October 31 – November 3, 2024

Stampede Park BMO Centre

Calgary, Alberta

Discover Calgary’s Top Christmas Craft Show: Festival of Craft Handmade Market

Get ready for an unforgettable shopping experience at the 41st annual Festival of Craft Handmade Market, Calgary’s premier Christmas craft show, returning to Stampede Park’s BMO Centre from November 30 – December 3, 2024. This beloved holiday market and art market features a curated selection of talented artists, artisans, makers, and designers from across Canada, offering a wide variety of handmade goods that make perfect Christmas gifts.

With over 40 years of history, the Festival of Craft continues to be one of the most popular Christmas markets and art markets in Calgary, attracting thousands of shoppers in search of unique, locally made gifts. Explore Calgary’s favorite holiday craft show and meet the passionate creators behind the products. Whether you’re looking for artisan jewelry, handcrafted home decor, or gourmet foods, you’ll find something for everyone on your gift list.

Featuring a wide range of handmade products, from seasonal decor to one-of-a-kind art pieces, the Festival of Craft is the perfect place to kick off your Christmas shopping. Support Canadian artisans, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and make your holiday shopping memorable at this iconic Calgary Christmas market. Held at Stampede Park’s BMO Centre, this event is a must-visit for anyone who loves craft shows, art markets, and holiday markets. Mark your calendar for the best Christmas craft market in town and bring home handmade treasures that will be cherished for years to come!

The story of Signatures begins with glass blower John Ladouceur and jeweller Casey Sadaka in the late 1970s. With limited options for professional Canadian artists, artisans and jewellers to sell their work, John and Casey saw an opportunity to make handmade goods more accessible for creators and the public. In 1980, they founded Signatures to provide quality marketplaces where artisans and buyers could come together in a shared love of handmade.

 

“A lot of great vendors with some really great and unique products. If you’re just going to look around, you’ll probably leave with something. They just have something there for everyone.”
Johnathan Michaels

“Awesome selection, new & exciting products, and I always find something that I love!”
Debie Freeman Parenteau