When December rolls around, there’s no denying that the holidays are officially here. Check out some upcoming art and crafts markets in Vancouver this December.
TOQUE (December 7 & 8) at 303 East 8th Ave – Western Front is delighted to present its annual craft sale + fundraiser, TOQUE. Come by for great shopping with goods ranging from publications, cards and textiles, to ceramics, jewelry and chocolates. The annual art and craft sale features a curated selection of talented artists, designers and artisans, and draws an attendance of 1,500 to 2,000 visitors each year.
Got Craft? (December 8 & 9) at Croatian Cultural Centre – featuring 80 artists who make everything from chocolate to cards and clothes, so that shoppers can buy themselves a present or check a few names off their holiday shopping list, all while listening to indie music. The first 50 people through the door each day will receive a swag bag with 20-25 items which may include chocolate, earrings, and handmade soap! If that’s not enough – a handful of gift cards, valued from $25-$75, will randomly be dropped into a few lucky bags each day. Admission is $3 at the door.
The Great Canadian Craft Fair (December 15 & 16) at The Salt Building, 85 West 1st Ave – Over 150 Artists, Designers, Builders, Bakers and candlestick makers. There will also be hands-on workshops, music, food and hot-coco for sale.