The One of a Kind Spring Show will bring together over 300 talented artists, makers and designers with thousands of shoppers who love art and handmade work. This is the best event in Chicago for a Spring refresh and to find great gifts for Spring and Summer holidays and celebrations.
Find thousands of handmade products across 20 categories.
Features
Whether you're working with Marwen on your own crafting skills, sampling goodies from the Gourmet Market, or enjoying a walk through the onsite Fine Art Gallery, your shopping experience will be like no other.
Marwen @ One of a Kind
Get creative and enjoy a variety of hands-on art-making workshops led by Marwen, a non-profit organization whose mission is to educate and inspire youth in undeserved Chicago communities through the visual arts. Marwen teaching artists will be hosting workshops at the Spring Show, free and fun for all ages!
Saturday, April 27, 12-2 pm
Join us for a day filled with fun, creativity, and the joy of making pixel art with Perler Beads. No prior experience is required, making this workshop accessible and enjoyable for artists of all skill levels.
Saturday, April 27, 3-5 pm
Do you love charms and pendants? Join our all ages D.I.Y jewelry workshop learn to create original wearable works of art.
Sunday, April 28, 12-2 pm
Do you love charms and pendants? Join our all ages D.I.Y jewelry workshop learn to create original wearable works of art.
Sunday, April 28, 3-5 pm
Join us for a day filled with fun, creativity, and the joy of making pixel art with Perler Beads. No prior experience is required, making this workshop accessible and enjoyable for artists of all skill levels.
Old Town School of Folk Music
Live Music from Old Town School of Folk Music
Enjoy live music daily from local musicians at the Center Stage.
Friday, April 26
11:30am-1:00pm - Barbara Silverman (Country Swing)
4:30-6:00pm - Jacob Sweet (Acoustic Roots and Classics)
Saturday April 27
11:30am-1:00pm - Sophie Creutz (NOLA - inspired Jazz & Chicago Blues)
4:30-6:00pm - Camille McClellan (Alt Rock Singer-Songwriter)
Sunday, April 28
11:30am-1:00pm - Conway & Austin (Celtic & American Roots)
3:00-4:30pm - Charles Kim (Atmosphere Folk Pop)
Emerging Market
Meet and shop from up-and-coming makers, new to the One of a Kind Show, in the Emerging Market.
Gourmet Market
Indulge your taste buds on edible art! Find a fantastic selection of gourmet artisans selling a range of delicious specialty items including dips, sauces, confections and baked goods in this special section on the show floor.
The Hatchery Pavilion
Located within the Gourmet Market, this area features emerging food entrepreneurs sampling, selling and showing you "how it’s made." The Hatchery Chicago will also be on hand with information for those interested in learning more about starting and growing a food business as well as about how to become involved in this thriving community.
Cafe & Bars
Find a wide variety of gourmet foods and drinks for any taste palate throughout the show floor, provided by Foodstuffs Gourmet Foods & Catering.
Fine Art Gallery
Walk through the show's Fine Art Gallery to enjoy a curated exhibition of fine art and sculpture from the show floor.
Flowerchild Chicago
It will be providing a seasonal mix of fresh spring flowers! Guests can either create their own floral bouquet, build a bouquet with the assistance of one of their friendly experienced florists, or choose a beautifully pre-arranged bunch.
VOOMcart
is the perfect chic and stylish shopping companion! Designed to carry 70lbs effortlessly. Borrow a courtesy cart for your packages, to lighten the load and effortlessly shop the show. Courtesy carts will be available on the show floor.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
THE MART, 310 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States,Chicago, Illinois