The holiday season is here, and so is the Sixth Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market! This vibrant celebration of creativity, community and festive fun returns to the beautiful Ogden Union Station on Friday, December 6 from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Saturday, December 7 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
This year’s market promises more than just shopping–it’s a cozy holiday experience like no other! Featuring over 140 talented Utah-based makers, delicious craft food vendors, performers, STEM exhibitors in an Indie Game Arcade and free photos with Santa, the Holiday Market offers something for everyone. Read on to learn more about how you can plan ahead to get the most out of your Holiday Market experience!
There’s still time to purchase tickets ahead of time for a discounted rate! Tickets are $7 in advance, $10 day-of, with kids 12 and under attending for FREE. Same-day re-entry is allowed with a hand stamp. Tickets can be purchased on 24tix.com.
Highlights of the Holiday Market
Find Unique Gifts and Connect with Local Artisans
From handmade artwork and ceramics to decadent craft foods, vintage finds and hand–stitched toys, Craft Lake City invites the public to shop an incredible array of locally-made goods perfect for everyone on the gift list!
Discover Utah-Made Games at the Indie Game Arcade
Market-goers can level up their Holiday Market experience with the Indie Game Arcade! Explore unique video and board games created here in Utah by local developers and enjoy hands-on fun for all ages! Meet the makers and learn about their creative process–the perfect activity for date night or entertainment for the whole family, this one-of-a-kind experience is not to be missed!
Savor Local Food
Come to the Holiday Market with an empty stomach and indulge in delicious culinary offerings from local craft and commercial food vendors, including dumplings, sushi, corn dogs, pizza, baked goods, candy, fresh seasonings and more!
Enjoy Live Entertainment
Catch live music and busking performers throughout the venue, showcasing the best of Utah’s entertainment scene!
Free Photos with Santa
Santa Claus returns to this year’s market to spread holiday cheer! Visit Craft Lake City’s holiday-themed photo corner for free photos with Santa, kids, service animals and the whole family. The only requirement is that attendees will need to bring their own phone or camera to capture the magical moment.
Sip, Shop & Celebrate the Season
Attendees 21+ can raise their spirits with craft cocktails and local brews at this year’s Holiday Market, thanks to Craft Lake City’s collaboration with New World Distillery, Ogden’s Own Distillery, and local breweries. Enjoy live music, games, and shopping from Utah vendors—it’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit!
Support Local Families
Craft Lake City and Utah Foster Care are teaming up to support local families in need. Purchase a gift from Holiday Market exhibitors or to bring donations from home to make the season brighter for others! Exhibitors offering discounts on items purchased for the gift drive will have signage at their space.
About Craft Lake City:
Founded in 2009 by Angela H. Brown, Executive Editor of SLUG (Salt Lake UnderGround) Magazine, Craft Lake City® is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission to educate, promote and inspire local artisans while elevating the creative culture of the Utah arts community through science, technology and art. Craft Lake City strives to further define the term “Craft,” by modernizing the definition for handmade creativity.
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Craft Lake City’s year-round programming is supported in part by the residents of Salt Lake County through the Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) Program, Utah Division of Arts & Museums the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation,the Sorenson Legacy Foundation and SLUG Magazine.
The Sixth Annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market is supported in part by George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation, the Stephen G. & Susan E. Denkers Family Foundation, Utah Arts & Museums, SLUG Magazine, KRCL, Ogden Union Station, Planned Parenthood and Visit Ogden.