The Market Shop Holiday Market | Shop Local, Give Back & Celebrate Community

The Market Shop Holiday Market is a seasonal community event that brings together more than 50 local small businesses, makers, and independent artisans from across Chicago. The market features a curated selection of handmade products, holiday gifts, art, jewelry, clothing, children’s items, home décor, specialty foods, and unique goods created by local entrepreneurs. Many of these small businesses rely on the holiday season to sustain their operations for the year, making events like this an essential platform for visibility and economic support.

This edition of the market places a strong emphasis on community impact. One hundred percent of entrance donations support Chicago Children’s Charities and the programs it funds, including A Special Wish Foundation, Tutoring Chicago, Maywood Fine Arts, Reading in Motion, and Chicago Run. These organizations provide educational, recreational, and emotional support services to children and families throughout the city.

The event also features a community kindness activity, “Cards for Hospitalized Kids,” where attendees can create handwritten holiday cards that will be delivered to children spending their holidays in local hospitals. This component aims to raise awareness around the emotional challenges many families face during the season and encourages simple acts of generosity within the community.

The Market Shop Holiday Market highlights the importance of shopping local during the holiday season, supporting small businesses, and participating in charitable initiatives that directly benefit Chicago families. The event combines entrepreneurship, creativity, and community service in a single space designed to reflect the diversity and spirit of the city.