One of a Kind Holiday Show Chicago 2026

One of a Kind Show, held in April and December each year, invites artists, makers and creators of high quality, handmade, original work to apply. Eligible work ranges from giftable craft to premium fine art. Applications will be juried and chosen based on uniqueness, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.

The show takes place December 3-6, 2026 at The Mart in downtown Chicago. The award-winning show features approximately 650 artists, designers, and makers in a premium indoor environment with all-inclusive hard wall booths. The show is promoted to a database of over 200,000 people and is ranked among Sunshine Artist's 200 Best list and by ArtFairCalendar.com.

To qualify, you must be the original artist/designer/creator of your work and intimately involved in the design, creation, and production process from start to finish. Limited assistants/apprentices are permitted as long as the original artist is involved in production. Mass-produced work and AI-generated work are not eligible. Work displayed must be in the media category in which you were accepted. The original artist must be onsite during the entire duration of the event.

Applications require 5 images (3 of your work, 1 studio/workspace image, 1 booth/display image), a $40 non-refundable application fee, and submission through Zapplication. Early jury deadline is May 15, 2026. Additional jury deadlines: July 17, 2026 and September 11, 2026. Emerging artists with less than 3 years of professional experience are eligible for a designated emerging artist section. Contact: 312-527-7642 or 312-527-7757.