You've still got time to find the perfect handmade gift for that special someone on your list. Here are some of the biggest and best craft shows happening between now and the end of the season.
Nov. 26
Covington: WinterFair, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, 1 W. RiverCenter Blvd. Unique jewelry, glass, paintings, photographs, ceramics and more. Gourmet marketplace. $7 admission. winterfair.org.
Lawrenceburg: Arts Alive! Art Fair & Gift Bazaar, 331 Walnut St. Sponsored by the Dearborn Highlands Arts Council. Runs Nov. 26-Dec. 22. dearbornhighlandarts.org.
Over-the-Rhine: Winter Market, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Washington Park, 1230 Elm St. Featuring regional artisans and crafters in cozily designed huts. Vendors vary each weekend. Runs Nov. 26-Dec. 19. washingtonpark.org.
Nov. 27
Cheviot: WestSide Market, noon-5 p.m. Saturday, Harvest Home Park, 3961 North Bend Road. Small business pop-up market showcases more than 100 local vendors, food trucks and family-friendly activities. westsidemarketcincy.com.
Forest Park: Black Saturday Pop-Up Shop, 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Park Place Lounge, 1185 Kemper Meadow Drive. Black vendors, small businesses and artists with handmade products. Food, drinks and music.
Over-the-Rhine: Crafty Supermarket, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Music Hall Ballrom, 1241 Elm St. Nearly 100 local and regional crafters. First 100 shoppers receive free tote with swag. craftysupermarket.com.
Nov. 28
Loveland: Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Oasis Golf Club & Conference Center, 902 Loveland-Miamiville Road. Artists and crafters with original handmade items. A portion of proceeds benefits My Nose Turns Red Youth Circus. $3 admission, free ages 12-under. avantgardeshows.com.
Dec. 1
Mason: Shop Local, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Mason Community Center, 6050 Mason Montgomery Road. Cash and carry event with large variety of local vendors.
Dec. 2
Lawrenceburg: International Fair Trade Sale, 4-9 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Dearborn County Fairgrounds, 351 E. Eads Parkway. Shop thousands of handcrafted fair trade items from around the world.
Dec. 3
Hamilton: ChristkindlMarkt, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, Butler County Fairgrounds, 1715 Fairgrove Ave. Vendors with German products, ornaments, beer steins, nutcrackers and more. Traditional German food, live music.
Union Township: Hometown Christmas Craft Show, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Eastgate Mall, 4601 Eastgate Blvd. 513-675-3708; hometowncraftshows.com.
Dec. 4
Alexandria: Holiday Craft & Vendor Fair, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Campbell County High School, 909 Camel Crossing.
Bethel: Downhome Christmas Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., The Shepherd's Place, 409 W. Plane St. More than 25 crafters. Concessions available.
Crestview Hills: Holiday Craft Sale, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Crestview Hills Town Center, 2787 Town Center Blvd. Held inside former Charming Charlie space.
Colerain Township: Small Business Shopping Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Willow Event Center, 7881 Colerain Ave. Small business vendors with clothing, jewelry, bath & body, handmade gifts, sweet treats and more. eventbrite.com.
Colerain Township: Mix 'N Jingle Extravaganza, 3-7 p.m., Northgate Mall, Loveable You Portrait Studio, 9501 Colerain Ave. Holiday shopping, vegan foods and desserts, photos with Black Santa from 1-5 p.m., giveaways and more.
Downtown: Market Bleu, 6-10 p.m., Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St. Artisans showcase and sell works. marketbleu.com.
Forest Park: Holiday Bazaar, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kemper Road Christian Church, 11609 Hanover Road. Vendors and crafters with holiday items and sweet treats. 513-825-4453. Free admission.
Hamilton: Fairfield East Craft and Vendor Show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Fairfield East Elementary School, 6711 Morris Road.
Kennedy Heights: Clay Alliance Holiday Pottery Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Kennedy Heights Arts Center, Lindner Annex, 6620 Montgomery Road. Unique, handcrafted gifts for every taste and budget. Sculptural ceramics including mugs, vases, tiles, platters, bowels, jewelry and more. Food truck on site. Free admission and parking.
Lebanon: Holly Jolly Craft Show, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Warren County Fairgrounds, 665 N. Broadway St.
Ludlow: Vinyl, HiFi & Sneaker Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Bircus Brewing Co., 322 Elm St. Buy, sell and trade new and used vinyl records, vintage stereo equipment and sneakers. bircus.com.
Maineville: Holiday Market, noon-4 p.m., Church Venture, 3187 Western Row Road. Enjoy holiday shopping while kids stay busy doing STEAM-based activities. Free.
Mariemont: Showcase of Arts, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, The Barn, Woman's Art Club of Cincinnati, 6980 Cambridge Ave. 40 curated vendors. Fresh pine wreaths available for sale from local Girl Scouts.
Mason: Holiday Beers & Cheers Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Sonder Brewing, 8584 Duke Blvd. Two shopping sessions. Register to attend 11 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. eventbrite.com.
Milford: Athletic Boosters Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Milford High School, 1 Eagles Way. Over 300 crafters participate. Craft only, no manufacturer's representatives or consultants. $2 admission. No strollers. milfordathletics.org.
Oakley: Open Studios, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Brazee Studios, 4426 Brazee St. Shop for unique, handmade and local art for gifts or yourself. Includes painting, printmaking, paper, pastels, textiles, glass, woodworking and more.
Over-the-Rhine: Holiday Market, 8 a.m. Saturday-Sunday, Findlay Market, 1801 Race St. Support local businesses this holiday season. Farmers and outdoor vendors plus dozens of full-time merchants sell holiday gifts, food and decor. findlaymarket.org.
Spring Grove Village: Taft's Holiday Market, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Taft's Brewpourium, 4831 Spring Grove Ave. 24 vendors set up for your shopping enjoyment. Ticket includes one free beer and $1 discount on additional pints, and pizza. Tickets are sold in 1-hour time blocks for safe social distancing. $5. eventbrite.com.
Taylor Mill: Craft Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Moose Lodge 1469, 5247 Taylor Mill Road. Several local vendors with Christmas items.
West Chester Township: St. John Christmas Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 9080 Cincinnati-Dayton Road. More than 100 crafters in three buildings.
West Harrison: Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., North Dearborn Elementary, 27650 Sawmill Road. Over 50 local crafters and vendors. Pictures with Santa from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
West Price Hill: Art and Craft Show, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Elder High School, Schaeper Center, 3900 Vincent Ave.
Wyoming: Holiday One Stop Shop, Civic Center, 1 Worthington Ave. Holiday bazaar with local vendors selling jewelry, personalized items, spirit wear and more. wyomingohio.gov.
Dec. 5
Ludlow: Flea & Craft Show, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Bircus Brewing Co., 322 Elm St. Antiques, arts and crafts, oils, vinyl, oddities and more. Free admission. bircus.com.
Middletown: Bandcakes & Craft Fair, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Madison High School Commons, 5797 W. Alexandria Road. Vendors, music, Santa and pancakes. $2 admission, pancakes and other concessions cost extra. eventbrite.com.
Mount Lookout: Holiday Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., The Redmoor, 3187 Linwood Ave. Shop local vendors and enjoy live music. Bar will also be open.
Oakley: MadTree Winter Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., MadTree Brewing, 3301 Madison Road.
Dec. 7
Milford: Santa Shoppe, 6-9 p.m., Day Heights Firemen's Memorial Building, 1313 Ohio 131. hometowncraftshows.com.
Dec. 10
North Avondale: Halle-Bration 2021, 4-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, New Vision UMC, 4400 Reading Road. Vendors, entertainment, workshops, kids' craft workshops, Santa visit and more. Drive-by toy giveaway to first 200 kids. Masks required. Free admission. 513-961-4817.
Dec. 11
Camp Washington: Holiday Bazaar Outdoor Market, noon-5 p.m., The Welcome Project, 2936 Colerain Ave. Artist-made goods and local vendors.
Delhi Township: Holiday Market, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Delhi Community/Senior Center, 647 Neeb Road. Entirely handmade items range from soap, jewelry and custom decor to baked goods.
Edgewood: Dixie Craft Show, 9 a.m., Dixie Heights High School, 3010 Dixie Highway. eyeswithpride.net.
Goshen: A Christmas to Remember Craft/Vendor Show, Heritage Hall, 1705 State Route 28. hometowncraftshows.com.
Green Township: Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Christ Fellowship Church, 5000 North Bend Road. Over 60 vendors with holiday and everyday crafts. Food and drinks for sale. 513-218-9054.
Hamilton: The Ross Athletic Boosters Craft Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Ross Middle School, 3425 Hamilton Cleves Road.
Over-the-Rhine: The City Flea Winter Market, 4-9 p.m., Washington Park, 1230 Elm St. Curated urban flea market. Free admission. thecityflea.com.
Pleasant Ridge: Handmade Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Pleasant Ridge Montessori, 5545 Montgomery Road. Handmade crafts. Food trucks on site.
Roselawn: Holiday Arts and Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Summit Academy, 1660 Sternblock Lane.
Dec. 12
Covington: Christkindlmarkt, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Promenade at Mainstrasse, Main St. Open-air holiday market featuring German-inspired food, drinks and one-of-a-kind holiday gifts.
Over-the-Rhine: Art on Vine, noon-6 p.m. Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St. artonvinecincy.com.
Williamsburg: Stuff Your Stocking Craft and Vendor Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 208 E. Main St.
Dec. 14
Anderson Township: Cannabis Health Fair & Holidaze Gift Market, 5-9 p.m., Big Ash Brewing, 5230 Beechmont Ave. Learn about Ohio's legal cannabis program and shop local with unique offerings from small business vendors.
Dec. 18
Covington: Holiday Bazaar, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Purple Paisley, 715 Scott Blvd. Local artisans have gifts for everyone on your holiday list.
Harrison: Craft Show, VFW Post 7570, 9160 Lawrenceburg Road.
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