2026 Akron-Area Holiday Craft Fairs & Markets Guide

Last updated November 2026; Originally posted November 2025

By Melanie Mohler, Everyday Akron team member

It’s hard to believe the holidays are almost here again. There are so many craft fairs and markets happening in the Akron area this time of year that it can be hard to keep track of them all … which is why we’ve put together the 2026 guide to Akron-area holiday craft fairs and markets!

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift, need a pic with Santa, or just want to enjoy some holiday treats and cheer, check out our 2026 guide and interactive map below.

2026 Akron Area Holiday Craft Fairs and Markets

💵 = admission fee

November

Sat., Nov. 14:

• The Kent Flea Holiday Market, 10 am – 4pm
  • Held at the Masonic Center and First Christian Church (409 and 335 W. Main St., Kent)
  • Featuring vintage Christmas, clothing, glass, and accessories, as well as handmade jewelry, baked goods, soaps, candles, holiday decor, fabric, wood and metal art, and much more!
  • Fresh coffee and a food truck will be available outside
  • The Travel Through Time Vintage Bus will be outdoors, as well as For the Love of Vintage Glass (weather permitting)
• Akron Zoo Shop-a-Holidays, 11am – 4pm
  • Located inside the Komodo Kingdom
  • Features activities for kids
  • Visit the animals after you shop
• Heart + Home Handmade Market Pre-Thanksgiving Pop Up, 10am – 3pm
• Lake Anna YMCA Craft Show & Bake Sale, 10am – 3pm
• Our Lady of Victory Women’s Guild Holiday Bazaar, 10am – 3pm
• St. Matthew Church Annual Happy Holly Days Bazaar, 9am – 4pm
• Summit County Fairgrounds Holiday Mart, 10am – 4pm (Early bird 8am – 10am) 💵

Sun., Nov. 15:

• St. Matthew Church Annual Happy Holly Days Bazaar, 10am – 3pm
• Summit County Fairgrounds Holiday Mart, 10am – 3pm 💵

Fri., Nov. 20:

• Jingle at the Jenks & Pilgrim Social Hall, 6pm – 10pm

Sat., Nov. 21:

• 720 Mkt Give Thanks Shop Small, 10am – 3pm
• German Family Society of Akron Holiday Bazaar, 9am – 4pm
• Jingle at the Jenks & Pilgrim Social Hall, 11am – 6pm
• Visitation of Mary Candy Cane Junction Craft Show, 9am – 3pm

Sun., Nov. 22:

• HiHO Brewing Co. Hoppy Holidays Market, 12pm – 4pm

Fri., Nov. 27:

• 720 Mkt Holiday Market, 4pm – 8pm
• Akron Bazaar Holiday, 5pm – 9pm

Sat., Nov. 28:

• Cuyahoga Falls Vintage Depot, 12pm – 5pm
  • Hosted by The Graveyard by Squared Circle at Blue Bird Event Center
  • Features vintage of all kinds, including Christmas items! Clothing, media, collectibles, decor, furniture, electronics and games, upcycled vintage items, art and so much more!
  • There will also be a DJ, raffles, door prizes, caricaturist, tintype photographer, food on site, and more being added!
• 720 Mkt Holiday Market, 12pm – 4pm
• Akron Bazaar Holiday, 10am – 4pm
• House Three Thirty Small Business Saturday, 11am – 3pm
• Missing Falls Brewery Holiday Bazaar, 12pm – 5pm
• The Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron Holiday Craft Bazaar, 9:30am – 4pm

Sun., Nov. 29:

• Akron Bazaar Holiday, 10am – 4pm

December

Wed., Dec. 2:

• Myers School of Art Holiday Shop, 5pm – 7pm 💵

Thurs., Dec. 3:

• Myers School of Art Holiday Shop, 10am – 7pm

Fri., Dec. 4:

• 720 Mkt Holiday Market, 4pm – 8pm
• E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, 12pm – 7pm 💵
• Myers School of Art Holiday Shop, 10am – 5pm

Sat., Dec. 5:

• Highland Square Holiday Stroll, 2pm – 8pm
  • Hosted by Highland Square Neighborhood Association
  • It’s like a winter PorchROKR! Over 25 vendors and 25 bands will play through throughout Highland Square locations both inside and outside.
  • Park in the Chipotle parking lot or any of the street parking throughout the Highland Square neighborhood
• 720 Mkt Holiday Market, 12pm – 4pm
• Akron Arts and Crafts Market, 9am – 3pm 💵
• E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, 10am – 6pm 💵
• Handmade for the Holidays Market, 10am – 3pm
• St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Christmas Boutique, 10am – 2pm
• Woodridge Arts and Crafts Show, 9am – 3pm 💵

Sun., Dec. 6:

• 720 Dec Mkt Shopping Party, 9am – 4pm 💵
• Vintage Holiday Market at Museville, 11am – 5 pm
  • This market features 10 local vintage shops with unique finds such as vintage clothing, accessories, and decor for holiday gifts! There will be face painting, tarot readings, a photo booth with a classic car, a DJ spinning holiday hits, and Ice Cream from Mary Coyle!
  • Toasted with Tim will be there with amazing food, and Missile Toe (The World’s Greatest Christmas Band) will perform in the afternoon!
• Akron Art Museum Kids Maker Fest, 12pm – 3pm
• E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall Christmas Arts & Crafts Show, 10am – 4pm 💵
• St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Christmas Boutique, 11am – 2pm
• Vintage Holiday Market at Museville, 11am – 5pm

Fri., Dec. 11:

• 720 Mkt Holiday Market, 12pm – 4pm

Sat., Dec. 12:

• The Kent Flea Holiday Market, 10 am – 4pm
  • Held at the Masonic Center and First Christian Church (409 and 335 W. Main St., Kent)
  • Featuring vintage Christmas, clothing, glass, and accessories, as well as handmade jewelry, baked goods, soaps, candles, holiday decor, fabric, wood and metal art, and much more!
  • Fresh coffee and a food truck will be available outside
  • The Travel Through Time Vintage Bus will be outdoors, as well as For the Love of Vintage Glass (weather permitting)
• All the Creatures – An Alternative Holiday Market, 2pm – 7pm
• Sip, Shop, and Jingle Market, 11am – 3pm
• House Three Thirty Holiday Wrap Up Market, 1pm – 5pm