Shop Columbus’ Finest Handmade Goods
Not Your Mama’s Craft Market is a one-of-a-kind Columbus, OH craft market. Organized by two long-time makers, NYMCM is 100% local and 100% handmade.
Each and every maker from the central Ohio community is thoughtfully handpicked for quality, authenticity, and style. Our venues are selected not only to uniquely showcase our makers but also to inspire them and our thousands of shoppers. That passion for the community has made us one of the top 10 events in Columbus for the past 11 years.
Do you have questions about our markets? Contact us now! Otherwise, keep reading for more information.
Partners & Sponsors
Not Your Mama’s Craft Market is always open to partnering with like-minded artists, makers and businesses. Sponsorship opportunities are available as well. Have an idea or question? Reach out to us today!
Not Your Mama’s
Craft Market
2025 Market Schedule
May 11, 2025
Our famous Mother’s Day Market will be poppin’ at BrewDog in Canal Winchester – only 15 minutes from dowtown CBus. Being a mama is hard work, check planning a Mother’s Day adventure off your list! ✔️Gifts ✔️Community ✔️✔️Day Drinks ✔️Food. We did all the work so you can just enjoy! Stroll on into the perfect day of shopping at our annual Mother’s Day Craft Market. Loads of creative small businesses chomping at the bit to help you find unique goodies for you and perfectly personal gifts that will make mom swoon on her special day, SUNDAY, May 11th.
As always, all good dogs are welcome everywhere except the restaurant at BrewDog!
Mother’s Day Brunch reservations are strongly suggested if you plan to dine in the restaurant.
Final Fridays April - Sept
Get ready to soak up the weekend vibes! We are beyond excited to introduce our NEW summer mini market series: Not Your Mama’s Little Golden Hour Market!
Picture this: you wrap up your work week, sip on a refreshing drink, and wander through a magical evening market bathed in the golden hour glow! With all your favorite local makers, bakers, vintage shops, and boutiques, it’s a dreamy escape you won’t want to miss!
Join us every final Friday of the month from April to September at Grandview’s hottest new food hall, The Little Grand Market! Indulge in mouthwatering food, groove to live music on the lawn, and soak in breathtaking views of the city skyline as the sun sets—talk about the perfect evening out!
July 13, 2025
Who doesn’t LOVE a fun summer market – especially in the coolest (yes, it’s air conditioned) entertainment spot in The Warehouse District. The Kee is Columbus’ place for music, art, and entertainment alongside incredible food and drink. There is a cafe, lounge, full service bars, restaurants, arcade and simulated sports games, and creative murals and art gallery. If you haven’t experienced The Kee yet, you’re gonna love it!
This local shopping dreamland will feature over 80 local creatives, curated boutiques and vintage booths to help you find all the latest merch you need for the summer shenanigans happening all over Cbus. Stick around The Kee after the market clears out because they will be continuing the party late into the night with an evening full of more music, more drinks, more food! They even have galleries and game rooms!
11am – 4pm
Free Admission – No Ticket Required
Oct 12, 2025
Our annual Fall Market is a crowd favorite. This Oct. 12th market is the perfect way to celebrate the end of the fall season. The market features 50+ Makers inside BrewDog’s famous Brewery and Taproom in Canal Winchester. In addition to our amazing makers, BrewDog has lots to keep you busy including a restaurant, patio, dog park, beer hotel and more.
Good dogs are always welcome at BrewDog!
11am – 4pm
Free Admission – No Ticket Needed
Nov 16, 2025
We’re bringing the holiday magic to Polaris Fashion Place for the very first time! Join us Sunday, November 16th as Not Your Mama’s Craft Market transforms the former Forever 21 space into a handmade holiday wonderland. Discover over 100 of the Midwest’s finest makers and artists, offering one-of-a-kind gifts and festive finds you won’t see anywhere else. Enjoy the nostalgic magic of mall shopping—now with a modern twist that supports local small businesses. With plenty of free parking, shopping has never been easier. Celebrate the season, shop small, and find something special for everyone on your list (including yourself!).
11am to 4pm
Free Admission – No Ticket Required
November 23, 2025
You LOVED our market in Dublin and we are stoked to bring it back for a fourth year. Get your shop on Sunday, November 24th at The Exchange in Dublin’s Bridge Park! You’ll have no problem finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list and a few things for yourself with over 90 small creative businesses to choose from. Gather your pals and make a day of it because the Bridge Park area is stuffed full of restaurants and activities to explore after the market. This market is our only ticketed event of the year and early shopping passes sell out fast. Make sure to secure your ticket early online as tickets do sell out. Or try your luck and get any available tickets at the door day of.
11am – 12pm – Presale or Door – Ticket Required
12pm – 3pm – Presale or Door – Ticket Required
3pm to 5pm – Free Admission – No Ticket Required
December 7, 2025
The Dec. 7th NYMCM Village Lights Market returns to German Village. Join us as we pack the Schiller Community Recreation Center with 100+ vendors inside two gymnasiums. Shop the day away with us, then head outside and explore the bustling brick streets of German Village’s famous luminary festival. Hop on and off the free trolley to explore all Village Lights has to offer including live music, local shops and restaurants, visits with Santa, and more!
3pm to 8pm
Free Admission – No Ticket Needed
December 14, 2025
The Dec. 14th Market will be held at BrewDog’s Canal Winchester location. With 50+ Small Businesses and tons of festive activities happening, this market is a family-friendly favorite and is the perfect opportunity to get all those last gifts off your shopping list. Not Your Mama’s Craft Market will yet again take place during BrewDog’s famous Santa Brunch! Last year this event included Santa, the Grinch and LIVE Reindeer.
For those interested in attending BrewDog’s Santa Brunch, we suggest calling BrewDog ahead of time for a reservation.
11am to 4pm
Free Admission – No Ticket Needed
Shopper FAQs
What can you tell me about Not Your Mama's Craft Market 2025 markets?
At all NYMCM markets, you will find a thoughtfully curated host of Makers offering finely crafted items perfect for all your shopping needs.
Does NYMCM charge a fee for admission to their markets?
Admission is FREE to all NYMCM Holiday Markets with the exception of our November 16th Market at the Exchange in Dublin. Our Dublin holiday market was incredibly well attended last year so we are spreading out the crowed by ticketing this event. Don’t worry, tickets will be cheap and we will be sharing more information about how to reserve your ticket soon!
How can I find out about future NYMCM markets?
Sign up for our newsletter so you never miss another great NYMCM event! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram as well!
What criteria and qualifications do you look for in your makers?
Our market is juried by select members of our staff and other individuals in the local makers scene, whose opinions and tastes we value and trust. Together we review the pool of applications handpick the artists and makers that are the best fit for NYMCM. We thoughtfully and carefully choose applicants based on a number of criteria, listed below. You can also check out our Instagram page to see what makers we have chosen in the past.
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- Your work is designed and made by hand. Please provide information in your application if your products aren’t entirely made by you or by hand.
- Your work overall is cohesive and consistent, and you provide clear examples for us to view.
- Your work is unique. If you are a returning vendor, we want to see how your work has progressed since last participating. We always want to offer our customers fresh ideas and items.
- The average price of your items typically ranges between $1-150 and reflect a good value/price ratio. Typically, you know what your work is worth!
- Your website and/or social media pages provide clean and clear photos that are cohesive with the quality of NYMCM and can be easily shared for media purposes.
- You demonstrate that you are good at following directions and reading provided information.
- If you are a pre-packaged edibles vendor, you offer unique packaging and flavors and have a well-designed booth. We expect artisanal food vendors to live up to the same level of integrity and quality with their products and displays as our other handmade participants.
Will there be food at your markets?
Because our markets are held at various locations, some being food and drink establishments, dining options vary from location to location. Each maker application will have specific requirements for food at each venue.
Are NYMCM Markets stroller friendly and handicap accessible?
Strollers, Yes, BUT for your convenience and the convenience of those around you, we encourage you to leave them at home. NYMCM Markets are held only at reputable venues that conform to all fire and safety regulations. You will always find helpful volunteers at NYMCM markets in the event you need assistance.
Do you have a question that isn’t answered above? Reach out and we’ll do our best to answer it!
