Christmas Arts Market
Visitors can browse stalls set up across the foyer and bar featuring handmade ceramics, jewellery, paintings, prints, glass, textiles, and homeware. Guests can chat directly with independent artists and designers to learn about their creative processes. Refreshments are available on site from KILN Café, including festive drinks, savoury treats, and Sunday roasts.
What to Expect
Showcases handmade gifts from independent designer-makers across the West Midlands.
Event Details
Duration
7hrs.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Midlands Arts Centre (MAC)
Food & Drink
KILN Café offers festive drinks, sweet treats and savoury food; a warming roast dinner is available on Sundays.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Gift shoppers and fans of handmade crafts
Vibe
Creative and festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free entry. Accessible tickets and Companion tickets are available to book; Companion tickets initially show a standard ticket price, then reduce to £0 at checkout once the account is set up and the user is logged in. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10am - 5pm; the listed dates each show a 10:00am start.
- Accessibility: Accessible tickets and free Companion tickets can be booked through MAC's Accessible Bookings page.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a card or phone wallet, because MAC is fully cashless and only takes card and contactless payments, including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
- Plan a Sunday visit if you want a roast dinner at KILN Café after browsing the stalls in the Foyer and Bar.
- Set up and log into your MAC account before booking a Companion ticket, as the price only drops to free at checkout once you're logged in.
- Take time to talk with the makers at their stalls, since the artists themselves are on hand to explain their creative processes.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sunday roast dinners at KILN Café on the Sunday market days.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of things are for sale?
Handmade ceramics, jewellery, paintings, prints, glass, textiles, homeware and more, all from independent designer-makers from Birmingham, the West Midlands and beyond.
Can I meet the makers?
Yes. The artists and designers staff their own stalls, so you can chat with them about their work and how they make it.
Where can I get something to eat?
KILN Café serves festive drinks, sweet treats and savoury food. On Sundays it also serves a roast dinner.
Can I pay with cash?
No. MAC is cashless and takes only card and contactless payments, including Apple Pay and Google Pay.
How do I take part as a maker?
To take part in future MAC Arts Markets, email ArtsMarket@macbirmingham.co.uk and the team will get back to you.
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