MSU Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Show
Visitors can browse handmade arts and crafts from more than 125 vendors spread across all four floors of the MSU Union. The show exclusively features handcrafted items with no resell or wholesale merchandise, offering holiday gifts while supporting small business owners and students. Inside the venue, guests can visit a convenience store or purchase coffee and baked goods.
What to Expect
Over 125 vendors offering handmade arts and crafts across four floors.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
East Lansing
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
University Activities Board (UAB)
Food & Drink
The Union food court is closed for renovations; Sparty's Market offers convenience-store items, and Strange Matter serves coffee and baked goods.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and handmade-craft lovers
Vibe
Handmade and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission, parking, and entertainment are complimentary.
- Hours: Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Sunday 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- Parking: Parking is complimentary.
- Accessibility: The only accessible entrance to the MSU Union is located on the west side of the building near Abbot Road.
Tips & Advice
- Use Grand River Ramp 6, where parking is free during the show, to keep your visit simple.
- Visitors needing accessible parking should use the event's Abbot Road spaces and have accessible plates or hang tags ready for checkpoint confirmation.
- Plan time for all four floors and wear comfortable shoes, since browsing the full show involves moving through the building.
- Remember the Union food court is closed; Sparty's Market and Strange Matter offer convenience-store items, coffee, and baked goods instead.
- Look for the artist and crafter lists and booth map, which are typically posted about two weeks before the show.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of items will I find?
Only handmade arts and crafts, with no resale or wholesale goods. More than 125 vendors fill all four floors of the MSU Union.
Where should I park?
Park at Grand River Ramp 6 at 449 E Circle Dr. It's free during the show. MSU Parking Services lists any other parking that's open.
Is there food inside the Union?
The Union food court is closed for renovations. You can still use Sparty's Market, a convenience store, and Strange Matter, which serves coffee and baked goods.
Is the show accessible?
Accessible parking runs along Abbot Rd in both directions, with a checkpoint to confirm plates or hang tags. There's more throughout Ramp 6, which has elevators on levels 1 to 5. The Union's only accessible entrance is on the west side, near Abbot Rd.
Can I see which artists are coming before I go?
Yes. The artist lists and booth maps usually go up about two weeks before the show, once artists confirm.
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