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Bethel Holiday Market

Visitors can browse handcrafted goods from over 130 artisans, including holiday decor, seasonal wreaths, personalized wooden ornaments, laser-engraved cutting boards, and ceramics. The market also features doll clothes, live plants, handmade jewelry, and embroidered home goods. Guests can sample specialty items like gourmet jams and homemade chocolates, or purchase classic soups and sandwiches.

What to Expect

One of the biggest holiday craft shows in Central Ohio.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Bethel International United Methodist Church

Food & Drink

The market offers classic soup and sandwiches, gourmet jams to sample, homemade candies and chocolates, and other sweet treats.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Holiday gift shoppers and craft lovers

Vibe

Festive and handmade

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Bethel International United Methodist Church
1220 Bethel Rd., Columbus, Ohio 43220
Columbus, OH
43220

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive before the shopper entrance closes, because new shoppers can't come in after that, even though artisan tables stay open another hour.
  • Stop by Crazy Ladies In The Kitchen to sample their homemade gourmet jams, which come in more than 20 flavors.
  • Plan to eat lunch there, because soup, sandwiches, spicy options and sweets are all served during the show.
  • Use the full artisan list to find booths, which are spread across the Family Life Center, numbered rooms and the North entrance.
  • If you're a senior, veteran or teacher, or shop with special needs, look for an invitation to the Friday preview sale.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Invitation-only preview sale on Friday, November 13, for seniors, veterans, teachers and people with special needs.
  • New for 2026: a changed setup that fits more than 130 vendors.
  • New artisans this year include Sadie & Lulu Homemade and BusyBeadsNMallie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What kinds of things can I buy?

More than 130 artisans sell everything from candles and clothing to holiday décor, Buckeye items, children's items, plants, soap, jewelry, wreaths, ceramics and engraved wood.

Is there food?

Yes. Soup and sandwiches, spicy options and sweets are all served during the show. Crazy Ladies In The Kitchen offers jam samples, and Chollipops sells homemade candies and chocolates.

Who can go to the preview sale?

The Friday preview sale is invitation-only for seniors, veterans, teachers and people with special needs. Saturday's main sale is open to the public.

What's new this year?

The setup has changed so the market can fit more than 130 vendors. New artisans include Sadie & Lulu Homemade, with hand-embroidered mixed-media décor, and BusyBeadsNMallie, with handcrafted jewelry.

Where are the vendors set up?

Booths are spread across the church, including the Family Life Center, numbered rooms and the North entrance. A full list of participating artisans is available.

Tags

holiday marketfamily friendlyhandmade craftsartisanal productsfestive foodholiday shoppingcommunity celebrationseasonal activities

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team