FAQs

There are around 600 artist and makers at the Holiday Show.

The 2025 Holiday Show will run from December 4-7,
Hours are as follows:
December 4, 5, and 6 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
December 7 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

The show is held on the 7th floor of THE MART.
222 W 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 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.

Tickets will be available online in October 2025.

Yes, Coat and Package Check is available on the first floor of THE MART. 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 be 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.