You know how Greater Cincinnati has a different Oktoberfest celebration every weekend from mid-August to mid-October? This is a city that goes all-in on the things they love. Now that Oktoberfest season is coming to an end, craft show season is ramping up. The people of Cincinnati are a talented bunch, and this is the time of year when our artisans, makers, crafters and creatives really shine.

Craft shows are fabulous fundraisers for churches, schools and social groups, and they’re a great way to find unique, one-of-a-kind gifts for the holidays. Here’s a rundown of what’s going on every weekend until the end of the year. Happy shopping!

Oct. 18-20

Oct. 18-20: Charm at the Farm, 3:30-7 p.m. Friday (VIP only), 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (early bird) and noon-4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, 4953 Bunnell Hill Road, Lebanon. Charm’s most popular market of the year is filled with fall and holiday vibes, gifts, decor, coffee, cider, donuts and more. $20 VIP, $17 early bird, $12 Saturday, $10 Sunday. Ages under 12 free. Note: Friday-Saturday tickets sold online only. Charmatthefarm.com.

Oct. 18-20: Community Craft Show & Yard Sale Weekend, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Princeton Crossing, West Chester. facebook.com.

Oct. 19: Market Bleu, 6-10 p.m., Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St., Downtown. Quarterly night market.

Oct. 19: Vinoklet Fall Festival, noon-9 p.m., Vinoklet Winery, 11049 Old Colerain Ave., Colerain. Browse craft vendors and local artists while enjoying a glass of wine and live music with What About Jane and Eden. $5 admission, free parking. vinokletwines.com.

Oct. 19: Craft Boutique, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., American Legion Post 484, 1837 Sutton Ave., Mount Washington. Local crafters with holiday items. Bake sale, split the pot.

Oct. 19: St. Henry High School Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Henry Athletic Complex, 35 Cavalier Blvd., Florence. Over 100 craft and vendor booths. kentuckyliving.com.

Oct. 19: Fall Arts and Craft Show, 9 a.m., Boone County Extension Enrichment Center, 1824 Patrick Drive, Burlington. facebook.com.

Oct. 19: Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Trinity Presbyterian Church, 6081 Ross Road, Fairfield. Free. facebook.com.

Oct. 19: Ladies of Charity Craft and Gift Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Gertrude Church, 6543 Miami Ave., Madeira. facebook.com.

Oct. 25-27

Oct. 26: Midwest Prana Flea Market, noon-6 p.m., Esoteric Brewery, 918 E. McMillan Ave., Walnut Hills. Indoor market featuring vintage clothing, jewelry, home goods, food and beverages. Free. midwestprana.com.

Oct. 26: St. Vivian’s Sip & Shop, 7-10 p.m., St. Vivian’s School, 885 Denier Place, Finneytown. Crafters, vendors and small businesses.

Oct. 26: Vendor & Craft Show, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Dearborn Hills Church, corner Stateline and N. Dearborn Road, Bright. Local vendors and crafters, silent auction. Bring canned good to donate to North Dearborn Pantry.

Oct. 26: Funky Fest 10, 1-9 p.m., Funky Sunshine, 6448 Sherman Ave., Anderson Township. Outdoor event, rain or shine. Family-friendly fun, live music, unique vendors (no multi-level marketing). Free.

Oct. 26: Fall Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., The Stone Center at Mason Christian Village, 411 Western Row Road, Mason. All items handmade or homemade. 50 local makers.

Oct. 27: Shop with Friends, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Donauschwaben Hall, 4290 Dry Ridge Road, Colerain Township. Over 50 crafters and vendors. Kitchen and bar will be open. facebook.com.

Nov. 1-3

Nov. 1-3: Keepsake Christmas Craft Show, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Liberty Hall Event Center (formerly Edgewood Senior Center), 550 Freedom Park Drive, Edgewood. Boutique-style shopping with artisans from around Greater Cincinnati and beyond. Raffles. Free admission. facebook.com/keepsakechristmascraftshow.

Nov. 1-3: Christkindlmarkt, 5-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday, Germania Society, 3529 W. Kemper Road, Colerain Township. The area’s oldest and most authentic German Christmas Market features heated tents filled with holiday entertainment, traditional German gifts, food, beer, gluhwein (hot milled wine), pastries and more. Petting zoo, carriage rides. Note: Event is cashless and there is no ATM on premises. Shuttle service from parking lot at Mueller Roofing (11865 Hamilton Ave.) on Friday and Saturday. $5, free ages 12-under and active/retired military with ID. germaniasociety.com.

Nov. 2-3: Holiday Craft Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Colerain High School, 8801 Cheviot Road, Colerain Township. Over 150 crafters with handmade goods ranging from intricate jewelry to unique textiles and woodwork. $3, free parking. colerainboosters.com.

Nov. 2-3: Grace Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, 932 Cook Road, Lebanon. Live music, organic beauty, farm-to-table foods, vintage-inspired finds, jewelry, clothing and more. $10. facebook.com.

Nov. 2: Jingle Bell Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. St. Peter’s Church, 1192 Bethel-New Richmond Road, New Richmond. Handmade items including Christmas and everyday décor, quilts, household and more. Bake sale, raffles, split the pot and luncheon. Back by popular demand: fully decorated tabletop Christmas trees with storage bags/tree skirts. Free admission.

Nov. 2: Jingle Bell Fair, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Anderson Hills Church, 7515 Forest Road, Anderson Township. Holiday crafts, bake sale, quilts, jewelry, gifts and lunch for purchase in the cafe. Free admission.

Nov. 2: Kindervelt Krafts, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Seton High School, 3901 Glenway Ave., West Price Hill. Homemade crafts and bakery items. Lunch, games and raffles. Handicap accessible and free parking. Information: Bonnie 513-235-1122.

Nov. 2: Loveland Athletic Boosters Arts and Crafts Show, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Loveland High School, 1 Tiger Trail, Loveland. Over 200 crafters and artists. Items include candles, purses, jewelry, woodcraft, pottery, hats and more. Bring donation of non-perishable food item for a free raffle ticket. Admission $3. lovelandathleticboosters.com.

Nov. 2: Craft Bazaar, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Springdale Nazarene Church, 11177 Springfield Pike, Springdale. Crafts, art, jewelry, direct sales. Concession stand.

Nov. 2: St. Joseph PTO Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 4011 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring.

Nov. 3: Empower Herr Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., 21c Museum Hotel, 609 Walnut St., Downtown. Shop more than 50 boutiques and makers. Free valet parking and gift wrap. Kids crafts, mimosa bar, professional photos. Bring a canned good to be entered for door prizes. Free admission. eventbrite.com.

Nov. 3: Avant-Garde Art & Craft Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., RSVP Event Center, 453 Wards Corner Road, Loveland. Original handmade items, concessions. $3, free ages under 12. facebook.com.

Nov. 3: Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Ludlow Theatre, 322 Elm St., Ludlow. Clothing, antiques, food, vinyl, jewelry, arts and crafts, oddities and more. Free. eventbrite.com.

Nov. 8-10

Nov. 8-9: Santa’s Greenhouse & Elfin Creations, 5-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Gano Church, 10104 Auburn Ave., West Chester Township. Wreaths, beaded crafts, stained glass and more. facebook.com.

Nov. 8-9: Holiday Craft Fair, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Asbury Methodist Church, 2916 Alexandria Pike, Highland Heights. Handmade items including fall and holiday décor, boutique clothing, kitchen gadgets, jewelry, pet wearables, bakery items and more. Free entry.

Nov. 8-10: Greater Cincinnati Holiday Market, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville. Due to the closing of Duke Energy Convention Center during construction, this popular holiday market moves to Sharonville this year. VIP shopping 9-11 a.m. Friday, early bird shopping 9-11 a.m. Saturday. $30 VIP, $20 early bird, $14 general, $7 girls night out, free ages 12-under.  Cincinnatiholidaymarket.com.

Nov. 9-10: Lakota East Holiday Arts and Crafts Show, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Lakota East High School, 6840 Lakota Lane, Liberty Township. Over 200 juried artisans at one of the largest craft shows in the area. $6 early bird (9 a.m. Saturday), $3 general, free ages under 18. lakotaeastccraftshow.com.

Nov. 9: Winter Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., EnterTrainment Junction, 7379 Squire Court, West Chester. Local vendors and small businesses. Free admission. Entertrainmentjunction.com.

Nov. 9: ArtisanFest Harvest Market, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. Artisanfest513.org.

Nov. 9: Pre-Holiday Bazaar, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Purple Paisley, 715 Scott St., Covington. Purplepaisleyartisanshop.com.

Nov. 9: Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Vincent Ferrer, 7754 Montgomery Road, Sycamore Township. 40 vendors and crafters. Free. facebook.com.

Nov. 9: It’s Christmastime in the City, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Millville Ave. Church of God, 1369 Millville Ave., Hamilton. Bring canned good or non-perishable items for donation. Also accepting new unwrapped toys. eventbrite.com.

Nov. 10: St. Cecilia Alter Society Christmas Bazaar, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 5313 Madison Pike, Independence. Handmade crafts, decorations, treats and more. eventbrite.com.

Nov. 15-17

Nov. 15-17: Comfort and Joy Christmas Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Warren County Fairgrounds, 665 N. Broadway St., Lebanon. Magical vintage market, handmade and vintage home decor, clothing. Outdoor food court. $25 VIP, $12 weekend pass, $10 Saturday-Sunday, $5 Sunday only. facebook.com.

Nov. 16: Kiwanis Arts & Crafts Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sharonville Recreation Center, 10990 Thornview Ave., Sharonville.

Nov. 16: Little Miami Arts and Crafts Show, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Little Miami High School, 3001 E. US 22 & 3, Morrow. lmhspto.com/craftshow.

Nov. 16: Merry & Bright Holiday Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Spooky Nook Sports Champion Mill, 601 North B St., Hamilton. Unique handcrafted items, seasonal decor, treats and more. facebook.com.

Nov. 16: Sycamore Band & Orchestra Boosters Arts & Craft Show, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sycamore High School, 7400 Cornell Road, Montgomery. $3, free ages 10-under. sbob.org.

Nov. 16: Holiday Craft Show, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Middletown High School, 601 N. Breiel Blvd., Middletown. Handmade gifts, crafts. Food trucks, snacks and drinks, Santa’s workshop. Free admission.

Nov. 16-17: Oak Hills High School Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Oak Hills High School, 3200 Ebenezer Road, Green Township. $5, free ages 10-under. oakhillsbandassociation.org.

Nov. 16-17: Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Cincinnati Art Museum, 953 Eden Park Drive, Mount Adams.

Nov. 17: Art On Vine, noon-6 p.m., Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. artonvinecincy.com.

Nov. 22-24

Nov. 22-24: Winter Mustard Seed Market, 4-8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Clermont County Fairgrounds, 1000 Locust St., Owensville. Shop makers, vintage curators and specialty food artisans. Heated barns. rusticgrains.com.

Nov. 22-23: Ryle Craft Show, 7-10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Ryle High School, 10379 State Route 42, Union. Over 175 crafters and makers. Handcrafted vendors only. $8 Friday, $3 Saturday.

Nov. 23: Holly Jolly Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., River Ridge Elementary, 2772 Amsterdam Road, Villa Hills. A craft and small/local business fair.

Nov. 23: The OFF Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Summit Park, 4335 Glendale Milford Road, Blue Ash. Browse small businesses, artisans, brewers, bakers, farmers and more. Free. Theoffmarket.org.

Nov. 24: Art On Vine Holiday Kickoff, noon-6 p.m., Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. artonvinecincy.com.

Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Nov. 30: Crafty Supermarket, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Music Hall Ballroom, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Shop over 100 local and regional makers and crafters. Free admission. Craftysupermarket.com.

Nov. 30: Midwest Prana Flea Market, noon-6 p.m., Esoteric Brewery, 918 E. McMillan Ave., Walnut Hills. Indoor market featuring vintage clothing, jewelry, home goods, food and beverages. Free. midwestprana.com.

Nov. 30: Westside Market: Holiday Edition, noon-5 p.m., Westwood Town Hall, 3017 Harrison Ave., Westwood. Indoor and outdoor event with over 100 local vendors. Free. westsidemarketcincy.com.

Nov. 30: Small Business Holiday Shoppes Craft Show, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 13455 Alexandria Pike, Butler. Unique handmade holiday crafts and gifts from local artisans and vendors in Northern Kentucky. holidayshoppescraftshow.com.

Nov. 30: Vessel Collective Holiday Market, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., 617 Fairfield Ave., Bellevue. Showcases 10 female-owned businesses. $15, free ages 12-under. eventbrite.com.

Dec. 1: Ludlow Flea and Craft Fair, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Ludlow Theatre, 322 Elm St., Ludlow. Clothing, antiques, food, vinyl, jewelry, arts and crafts, oddities and more. Free. eventbrite.com.

Dec. 6-8

Dec. 5-7: Fair Trade Marketplace, 3-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Dearborn County Fairgrounds, 101 Speedway Drive, Lawrenceburg. Explore fair trade items from more than 30 countries. Free admission. facebook.com.

Dec. 7: Holiday Market, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. Dozens of unique local artisans alongside market merchants, farmers and outdoor vendors. Findlaymarket.org.

Dec. 7: Holiday One Stop Shop, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Wyoming Civic Center, 1 Worthington Ave., Wyoming. Holiday bazaar with local vendors. Shop arts, crafts, jewelry, stationary, monogramming and more. Live holiday music and food. wyomingohio.gov.

Dec. 7: Market Bleu, 6-10 p.m., Contemporary Arts Center, 44 E. Sixth St., Downtown. Quarterly night market.

Dec. 7: Tri-County Catholic/St. John Craft Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 9800 Cincinnati Dayton Road, West Chester Township. Enjoy three buildings filled with crafters. Baked goods and lunch available.

Dec. 7: Christmas in the Country, non-4 p.m., Barn N Bunk, 3677 Wayne Madison Road, Trenton. barnnbunk.com.

Dec. 8: Art On Vine Holiday Sale, noon-6 p.m., Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. artonvinecincy.com.

Dec. 8: Ultimate Holiday Craft Expo, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Hilton Cincinnati Airport, 7373 Turfway Road, Florence. Unique handmade gifts, festive decorations and creative DIY projects. Workshops. Free. eventbrite.com.

Dec. 13-15

Dec. 14: Holiday Market, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. Dozens of unique local artisans alongside market merchants, farmers and outdoor vendors. Findlaymarket.org.

Dec. 14: Craft Show, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Miami Valley Christian Academy, 6830 School Road, Newtown.

Dec. 14: Winter Market, noon-4 p.m., Washington Park, 1230 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. Artisanfest513.org.

Dec. 14: Sparkling December Holiday Bazaar, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Purple Paisley, 715 Scott St., Covington. Purplepaisleyartisanshop.com.

Dec. 14: Midwest Prana Flea Market, noon-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Esoteric Brewery, 918 E. McMillan Ave., Walnut Hills. Indoor market featuring vintage clothing, jewelry, home goods, food and beverages. Free. midwestprana.com.

Dec. 15: Art On Vine Holiday Sale, noon-6 p.m., Rhinegeist Brewery, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine. Free admission. artonvinecincy.com.

Dec. 20-22

Dec. 21: Holiday Market, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Findlay Market, 1801 Race St., Over-the-Rhine. Dozens of unique local artisans alongside market merchants, farmers and outdoor vendors. Findlaymarket.org.



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