FAQs

As part of our commitment to health and safety for this year's event, all One of a Kind Show participants (attendees, exhibitors and staff) 12 years and older must provide proof of COVID vaccination or negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event in order to access the show floor. Click here to read more about health and safety measures at theMART.

The 2021 Holiday show will feature about 400 artists from across North America.

The show will run from December 2-5.
Hours are as follows:
December 2, 3, and 4 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
December 5 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The show is held on the 7th floor of The Mart.
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60654

Yes, it is! An Elevated Train stop, appropriately called The Merchandise Mart, on the CTA’s brown and purple lines conveniently drops visitors on the 2nd floor of the building. Additionally, there is easy access to multiple CTA bus routes within 4 blocks of the Merchandise Mart.

Yes, the show is wheelchair accessible. A limited number of complimentary wheelchairs are available on a first come, first served basis. Please ask our Security Office on the first floor of The Mart for assistance.

Purchase your tickets here!

Yes, Coat and Package Check is available on the first floor of The Mart. There is a smaller location on the Show Floor (7th) but we recommend that you check your coat/packages in the first floor location as the location on the 7th floor may fill up quickly. Coat check is $4 per item.

Yes, we make sure that your shopping experience is not interrupted by leaving the floor to grab lunch. There will be cafes and bars located throughout the show floor.

Yes. All products sold from our exhibiting artists are handmade. All exhibitors accepted to the One of a Kind Show Chicago must by the designers/makers, and must be involved in the creation and production of their art and craft.

Please visit our apply page for more information.