Piccadilly Square Craft Show
Visitors can browse offerings from twenty-plus crafters and vendors showcasing homemade, homegrown, or home-baked goods, holiday treats, and handcrafted gifts. While shopping, guests can take in free live performances by local musicians and entertainers. The venue also hosts Cratchit's Cafe alongside a Friends of the Library book sale.
What to Expect
Holiday craft market featuring homemade goods and free live musical entertainment.
Event Details
Ages
All ages (except 'Midwest Murder Podcast' which contains mature themes)
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Dickens Christmas Festival
Food & Drink
Vendors offer holiday treats, and Cratchit's Cafe is located alongside the show.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and craft fans
Vibe
Festive and folksy
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Noon-7pm.
Tips & Advice
- The vendor show is open noon–7 p.m. each festival day, so use that window to fit shopping around a performance.
- Check the live-entertainment schedule and time your visit for a preferred set; performances run 1–2, 3–5, and 6–7 p.m.
- Visit the Friends of the Library sale Friday noon–6 p.m. or Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; it has limited hours.
- Allow time to browse the 20-plus crafters, whose offerings include gifts, specialty items, and holiday treats.
- Stop by Cratchit's Cafe during your visit for an additional on-site food option alongside vendor treats.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free live entertainment is offered each day of the festival.
- Free horse-drawn carriage rides are offered each day of the festival, weather permitting.
- The Friends of the Library book sale runs on Fridays and Saturdays.
- Double-decker bus rides require an extra ticket; tickets are sold only at the Ticket Center on the day of the ride.
- The play offers discounted tickets for children 12 and under.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of items can I browse at Piccadilly Square?
More than twenty crafters offer homemade, homegrown, home-baked and other goods, including gifts and holiday treats.
Is there live entertainment while I shop?
Yes. Hometown performers provide free live entertainment during the festival.
What else is available alongside the vendors?
Cratchit's Cafe and the Friends of the Library book sale are also at Piccadilly Square.
Can I apply to sell handmade or specialty items?
Yes. Applications are accepted for handcrafted items, items of historic appeal and specialty items for sale.
Are other activities part of the festival?
The festival also features activities such as a lighted parade, carriage rides, a play and double-decker bus rides.
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