Not Your Mama’s Village Lights Holiday Craft Market 2026
More than 90 makers and artists from across the Midwest fill two gymnasiums at Schiller Park Community Center. Vendors offer handmade goods, art, jewelry, clothing, home decor, vintage pieces, boutique items, treats, tattoos, coffee, and matcha. The indoor market takes place alongside the German Village Lights celebration, where luminarias line the neighborhood's brick streets and local businesses remain open late.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
German Village
Food & Drink
Coffee, matcha, and little treats are available at the market.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Arrive when the doors open at 3 PM to browse the two gymnasiums before heading out to explore Village Lights.
- If you tour the luminaria-lined streets first, stop inside the community center afterward to shop and warm up.
- Wear layers for time outside among the neighborhood luminarias, then shed them while browsing the indoor market.
- Leave time to visit nearby shops and restaurants, which stay open late for Village Lights.
- Admission is free; decide what you hope to buy before arriving so the many maker booths are easier to browse.
Special Events & Promotions
- Admission to the market is free.
- The market opens before Village Lights begins, giving visitors a chance to shop before exploring the neighborhood.
Links & Contact
Run by Not Your Mama’s Craft Market
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of items are sold at the market?
More than 90 makers and artists offer handmade goods, art, jewelry, clothing, home goods, vintage and boutique finds.
Are food and drinks available?
The market has treats, coffee and matcha.
What happens outside the community center?
Village Lights features luminarias along German Village's brick streets, and neighborhood shops and restaurants stay open late.
Can I visit the market before exploring Village Lights?
Yes. The market opens before Village Lights begins, so you can shop first and then explore the neighborhood.
Can I return to the market after visiting the neighborhood?
Yes. The market remains open during Village Lights, so you can come back inside.
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