The Christmas Gift + Hobby Show brings a lively, in-person marketplace to the Indiana State Fairgrounds. Shoppers can browse rows of booths, meet local artisans, and see holiday displays that spark ideas for decorating at home. It’s a chance to handle gifts before buying—feeling textures, checking colors, and talking directly with makers about their work.
Families, friends, and dedicated list-checkers will find a comfortable pace for exploring hundreds of vendors and discovering unique features around the show floor. Expect a mix of handmade goods, seasonal décor, and hobby finds, along with plenty of inspiration for wrapping up holiday shopping in one trip.
The show runs November 11–15, 2026, with hours Wednesday–Thursday 10:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Friday–Saturday 10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m., and Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Santa greets visitors near the live Christmas tree in the center of the show, Indiana’s Kids Markets showcases 30 young entrepreneurs on Nov. 14 and 15, and admission is free with ID for veterans, active-duty military and first responders on Hero Day (Nov. 11) and for teachers and school staff on Teacher Day (Nov. 15). It’s best for families with school-age kids and adults who enjoy browsing together and chatting with creators in a festive, hands-on setting.