Illustration of a woodcarver working at a Christmas market stall while shoppers watch in the snow (Valpo Holidaze Craft and Vendor Show)
Christmas Markets

Valpo Holidaze Craft and Vendor Show

Visitors can browse through three buildings featuring over 200 vendor and craft booths, pet supplies, and food trucks. Families can explore Santa's workshop and take free pictures with Santa.

Nov 21 – Nov 22, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Cash only admission: $5 general admission; $3 for senior citizens; $3 for US veterans; children under 10 are free. Pictures with Santa are free.

Hours

9:00 AM on Saturday, November 21, 2026; 9:00 AM on Sunday, November 22, 2026.

Food & Drink

Food trucks are part of the event.

Location

Porter County Expo Center · 215 East Division Road, Valparaiso, IN, 46383, United States Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Bring cash for admission because the show accepts cash only at the entrance.
  • Allow time to browse all three buildings, which together contain over 200 vendor booths.
  • If you’re attending with children, include Santa’s workshop and the free Santa pictures in your visit.
  • Food trucks are among the vendors, so you can get food while browsing the show.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Admission is free for children under 10.
  • Reduced admission is available for senior citizens.
  • Reduced admission is available for US veterans.
  • Free pictures with Santa are offered.

Links & Contact

Run by Valpo Shows

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can visitors browse at the show?

The show has over 200 vendor booths across three buildings, with crafters, pet supplies and food trucks.

Is there something for children to do?

Children can visit Santa’s workshop, and free pictures with Santa are offered.

What payment should I bring for admission?

Admission is cash only.

Can I get food at the event?

Food trucks are among the vendors.

Are there reduced-admission options for particular visitors?

Children under 10 enter free, and reduced admission is available for senior citizens and US veterans.

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