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There’s a little something for everyone at the One of a Kind Show, including hands-on workshops for kids, live music, gourmet food, a fine art gallery, floral market, cafes and bars, complimentary cocktail tastings, as well as courtesy shopping carts and a new relaxation lounge.

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Marwen at One of a Kind

Join Marwen, for a variety of free, hands-on art making workshops and activities. Check back here for a look at the daily schedule.

Live Music

Enjoy live music daily from local musicians at the center stage.

Gourmet Market

Indulge in artisan culinary creations and meet the makers behind them — there’s something sure to satisfy all tastes in the Gourmet Market.

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The Hatchery Pavilion

Located within the Gourmet Market, check out budding food entrepreneurs from The Hatchery, Chicago’s premier food and business incubator.

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Fine Art Gallery

Take a walk through our curated Fine Art Gallery featuring works from exhibiting fine artists.

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Emerging Market

Meet and shop from up-and-coming makers, new to the One of a Kind Show, in the Emerging Market.

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Tulip Time Market

Guests will have the opportunity to shop pre-arranged floral bouquets or build their own with the assistance of Flowerchild Chicago’s friendly experienced florists.

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Cafes & Bars

Find a wide variety of gourmet foods and drinks for any taste palate throughout the show floor, provided by Foodstuffs Gourmet Foods & Catering.

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Courtesy Carts

Borrow a VOOMcart to lighten the load and effortlessly shop the show.

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Complimentary Cocktail Tastings

Long Drink will be providing samples of their refreshingly unique canned cocktail daily.

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Relaxation Lounge

Take a break from your Spring Show shopping in our new rest and relaxation lounge. Featuring state of the art massage chairs, sponsored by Sleep and Spas.

Art on The Mart

ART on THE MART is one of the world’s largest digital art platforms that transforms an architectural landmark into a permanent, larger-than-life canvas. Enjoy the projections every evening the nights of the show.

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