Welcome to the 51st Annual Christkindl Markt!


 A Canton Holiday Tradition...Presented by Canton Fine Arts Associates, Inc. Proceeds from Christkindl Markt benefit exhibitions and educational programming of the Canton Museum of Art!
Christkindl Markt
 Cultural Center for the Arts / Canton Museum of Art
 1001 Market Avenue North, Canton, Ohio, 44702


 November 8:  10:00 am – 6:00 pm
 November 9:  10:00 am – 6:00 pm



 Christkindl Markt, a cherished Canton holiday tradition, celebrates its 50th year on November 3 and 4,   Presented by Canton Fine Arts Associates, an affiliate group of the Canton Museum of Art, Christkindl Markt is Northeast Ohio’s premier juried holiday-inspired fine arts and fine crafts show which attracts visitors from throughout the state and region.


 Christkindl Markt features artisans from across the United States, showcasing their works within the Cultural Center for the Arts and the Museum. Visitors will discover the highest quality creations in glass, painting, ceramics, photography, jewelry, textiles, floral arrangements, woodworks, holiday items and more.


 Christkindl Markt has a reputation for showcasing exceptional fine art and crafts, with 75+ artisan booths each year. Entry into the show is juried. We do our best to ensure the show has quality and diversity. Our friendly volunteers offer booth sitting so that exhibitors may take a break. We also offer free coffee and tea in the hospitality room where artists can relax in quiet surroundings. Artists accepted into the show will be listed on the Christkindl Markt/Canton Museum of Art website. The show is advertised on social media platforms, newspapers, magazines and other local and regional media. There is free parking onsite. We invite artists and craftsmen with quality art to apply. 

Application Requirements: Exhibitors may exhibit work only in the category (or categories) for which the jury accepted them. Exhibitors must apply separately for each category with a maximum of two categories. Two Exhibitors may share a booth but both exhibitors must apply separately and be accepted.  


Application Fee: $25 non-refundable fee due at the time of application submission.


Booth Fees:
 $225 8'x10' (approximate)
 $350 8'x15' (approximate)
 $450 8'x20' (approximate)
Fees paid via credit card will be subject to a 4% processing fee.


Images of your work: 5 High resolution 300dpi digital images (JPG or PDF format) will be the basis for the jurying process. Submit four close-ups, each showing only one piece of art, and one close-up of your booth with items of your work displayed. Your digital images must represent the items to be shown at Christkindl Markt.


Resumé & List of Shows: Attach a resumé, a list of the shows in which you have participated, and a list of awards you have received.


Fees Due: Upon notification of acceptance.


Payment Deadline: Upon acceptance

Notification: Acceptance to the show will be sent via email within a month of receiving your application.
Deadline for applications will be June 30, 2024.
 All correspondence will be via email; *contact show coordinator if you do not have an email address.

Rules & Regulations:
 All work must be original and handcrafted by the artist.
 Artist or artist representative must be present during the show.
 A current vendor's license is required.
 No open flames or burning candles.
 You must bring your own lights, tables, and chairs. Electricity is limited to 500 watts per booth. Bulbs cannot be more than 75 watt / 120 volts.
 The Markt is inside a building; it cannot accommodate tents or canopies. Your booth must be accommodating as we have many structural features to work around. Your booth may be in an open area where there are no walls. In that case, you will need self-sustaining dividers. Nothing can be hung from or attached to existing venue walls.  
 A Silent Auction donation item valued at a minimum of $15 is requested from each exhibitor.  


 Contact information:
 330-453-7666 Ext 105
 Email: nancy@cantonart.org 12www.cantonchristkindl.org