Upcoming BEST Appearances

You'll find members of BEST at large regional craft shows and neighborhood festivals alike. For a full listing of all events where you will find BEST members, visit the Events Calendar.

The holidays are here and there are lots of alternatives to fighting the crowds at the malls! Here are a few places where you will find BEST members selling their handmade crafts.

Saturday, November 26
Bazaart, Visionary Arts Museum, Baltimore MD
The Visionary Arts Museum hosts an eclectic group of crafters and makers for their annual art bazaar to kick off the holiday season.
Saturday, 10 am–5 pm, at the Visionary Arts Museum on Key Highway

Saturday, December 3
Holiday Heap, Baltimore MD
Join us at this juried indie craft fair featuring over 40 renegade crafters from the area and beyond. The show is free, open to everyone, and perfect for purchasing out-of-the-ordinary gifts for the holiday season.
Saturday, 10 am–5 pm, inside St. John's Church at 2640 St Paul Street

Sunday, December 4
Merry Mart, Baltimore MD
Made in Charm City gifts! No manic mall madness necessary! BEST's own Jen Menkhaus and Allison Fomich host an amazing show with clothing, handbags, felt accessories, ceramics, soaps, kids' toys, mixed media, amazing jewelry, and great art!
Saturday, 10 am–5 pm, inside St. John's Church at 2640 St Paul Street

Tuesday–Saturday, December 7–10
MICA Art Market, Baltimore MD
This festive, four-day sale features illustrations, paintings, prints, posters, sculptures, mosaics, stationery, T-shirts, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, book arts, toys, wrapping paper and so much more designed and created by more than 250 MICA students, faculty, alumni and staff.
Tuesday–Saturday, 10 am–6 pm, in various buildings at the Maryland Institute College of Art

Saturday–Sunday, December 17–18
Downtown Holiday Market, Washington DC
This annual event runs for a total of 22 festive days in December. Come shop for handmade gifts, seasonal entertainment, and festive smacks. Find BEST members at the event this weekend.
Saturday–Sunday, 12 pm–8 pm, centered at 8th and F Streets, NW