Dec 3-6, 2026

Chicago's Favorite Holiday Shopping Destination

The Mart
Chicago

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Holiday 2026 Application

Please see the Holiday 2026 application below.

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Exhibitor Info

Learn everything you need to know about exhibiting at One of a Kind.

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25 years of Craft, Community, and Creativity

Now in its 25th year, this is Chicago’s premier holiday shopping destination for unique, handmade gifts for everyone on your list.

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A One of a Kind Experience

The One of a Kind Holiday Show brings together over 600 exceptional artists, designers and makers with thousands of shoppers that love art and quality work. Now in its 25th year, this is Chicago’s premier holiday shopping destination for unique, handmade gifts for everyone on your list.

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Find thousands of handmade products across 20 categories

The Space

The One of a Kind show takes place at the historic Merchandise Mart.

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The facade of a tall, historic building with multiple windows, featuring a prominent central tower. Two American flags are displayed near the entrance, with a green river visible in the foreground under a clear blue sky.

We asked these 5 visitors

“What do you like about One of a Kind?”

Three women examining handmade items at a craft market. One woman points to an item on a display shelf, while the others observe. The setting features various decorative pieces and a casual atmosphere.

“If you love to support artisans and small businesses, you should come. There were some really great finds and I was able to tick off several gifts from my Christmas list.”

Aesha E.
Two men discussing watches in a retail store. One man is holding a watch and pointing at a display with various watch styles, while the other man listens attentively.

“It's a huge, fun, unique show that I enjoy attending with friends.”

Ryan S.
A woman observing a piece of art in a gallery, with colorful abstract paintings on the walls. In the background, a small group of people is seated and engaged in conversation.

“The art is across the board in terms of what to expect. Anything and everything from classic and traditional to eccentric wall art, paintings, decor, sculptures, clothing, greeting cards, etc.”

Kristin L.
Three women engaged in conversation at a retail space, with one woman holding a bag and smiling. Products displayed on a counter include various jars and bottles. The setting features clothing items hanging nearby.

“This is a great show for small and big budgets.”

Jacqueline B.

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Close-up of leather keychains in natural tan color, featuring metal hardware and rings, placed on a textured fabric surface.
Gold hoop earrings featuring a profile coin design, displayed on a round black velvet pouch inside a silver tin. U.S. currency notes and a coin are spread out on a textured surface next to the earrings.
Three decorative ceramic vases displayed on a wooden shelf. The first vase on the left is white and pear-shaped, the middle vase is a glossy black with a rounded shape, and the third vase on the right is matte black with a wider base. A eucalyptus branch extends across the top.