The 2026 Holiday Show will run from December 3 – 6.
Hours are as follows: December 3, 4, and 5 from 10am – 7pm. December 6 from 10am – 5pm.
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 for the Holiday 2026 Show will be available in mid-October.
Yes, Coat and Package Check is available ONLY 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.
All exhibitors accepted to the show 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 on the Holiday 2026 Show.
