A handy roundup of the 2020 holiday bazaars, craft shows surviving the pandemic
Get a head start on holiday shopping with a list of bazaars to guide you on your quest for handmade gifts and homemade goodies.
As you’ll notice, the number of bazaars is drastically reduced from previous years (thanks, COVID-19). And it’s entirely possible that some of the ones listed below could become canceled as the dates get closer, so it’s a good idea to call to confirm before making the trip.
Oct. 17
Middleton Fall Craft Bazaar: More than 70 vendors featuring soap, jewerly, wreaths, baked goods, knitted items, more. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, Middleton Middle School, 200 S. Piccadilly Ave., Middleton. Info: Krista Rudolph, Krista@Idahohomes2c.com.
Star Middle School Holiday Bazaar: Handmade toffee and assorted goodies, Scentsy, Simple Suds Soaps, all natural cleaning products, horseshoe art, farm house signs, holiday wreaths, gift baskets, photography, jewelry, quilted/crocheted/knitted items. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2211 N. Pollard Lane, Star. Info: Ronda Oliver, 208-938-4667.
Oct. 26-29
Friends of the Garden City Library Fall Book Sale: Adults and children’s books, DVDs, holiday DIYs, puzzles, vinyl LPs and 45s. All proceeds go to support the library programs. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 26; and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Oct. 27-29, 6015 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. Info: Melissa, 208-472-2919, notaquietlibrary.org.
Nov. 5-7
Brookwood Country Bazaar: Handmade holiday crafts, decor, ornaments and gifts; homemade breads, jams, honey and candy; handcrafted jewelry and art. Also, furniture, antiques and Scentsy products. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, Nov. 5-7, 150 E. Old Barn Road, Eagle. Info: Irene Fry, 208-608-8822, facebook.com/brookwoodcountrybazaar.
Nov. 6-7
Greenleaf Friends Academy’s Country Christmas Bazaar: Local vendors from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6; and pancake breakfast (8 a.m.) and the Harvest Classic Fun 5k Run and Mile Walk on Saturday, Nov. 7, 20565 Academy Road, Greenleaf. Info: Beverly Chapman, 208-459-6346, gfaschools.org.
Nov. 6-8
Idaho City Community Club Bazaar: Christmas items, antiques, handmade blankets, soaps, jewelry, leather goods, wooden spoons, wooden trays, crochet/knit items. 3:30 to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7; and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, Ray Robison Community Hall, 106 Commercial St., Idaho City. Info: Kathy Quarles, 208-392-4979.
Nov. 7
Christ Lutheran Church annual Fall Bazaar: Shepherd’s Cafe, Chocolate Corner, White Elephant Table, handcrafted items, Scentsy, Pampered Chef and other vendors. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 1406 W. Cherry Lane, Meridian. Info: Mary Murray, 208-888-1622, clcmeridian.org.
Creekside Baptist Church annual Holiday Bazaar: Handmade gifts and decor. Portion of the proceeds go to a local charity. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 350 E. State St., Eagle. Info: Christy Wilson, 208-371-1388, eaglecreekside.org.
Kay Frannie’s Country Crafts: Homemade items ranging from wood crafts to quilts, wall hangings, table runners, rope bowls and vases, horseshoe art, more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, 3874 S. Rushmore Way, Boise, Kay Eason, 208-407-3396. Call to make arrangements to shop on a different date or time.
Nov. 12-Dec. 20
Lark & Larder Holiday Artist Pop-ups: Rotating artists and makers showcase locally handmade gifts such as glass, ceramics, health and beauty, fabric and knitted wear, jewelry, paper goods, more. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, Nov. 12 through Dec. 20 (no popup on Thursday, Nov. 26), 233 N. Orchard St., Boise. Sunday closing hours vary from 4, 5 and 6 p.m. Info: Carissa, 208-629-3811.
Nov. 14
Kay Frannie’s Country Crafts: Homemade items ranging from wood crafts to quilts, wall hangings, table runners, rope bowls and vases, horseshoe art, more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 3874 S. Rushmore Way, Boise, Kay Eason, 208-407-3396. Call to make arrangements to shop on a different date or time.
Ontario Pilgrim Lutheran Church Fall Bazaar: Handmade quilts, fancy work, gift items and holiday decorations. Take-out cinnamon rolls and chicken and noodles available. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, 208 S.W. 1st Ave., Ontario, Ore. Info: 541-889-5458.
Nov. 14-15
Eagles Auxiliary #115 annual Holiday Bazaar: Handcrafted items, baked goods, local salsa, ornaments, lamps and nightlights, gifts, Scentsy, cards, masks, more. Lunch available. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 7025 W. Overland Road, Boise. Info: Linda Miller, 208-484-4296.
Nov. 21
Kay Frannie’s Country Crafts: Homemade items ranging from wood crafts to quilts, wall hangings, table runners, rope bowls and vases, horseshoe art, more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, 3874 S. Rushmore Way, Boise, Kay Eason, 208-407-3396. Call to make arrangements to shop on a different date or time.
Nov. 27
Kay Frannie’s Country Crafts: Homemade items ranging from wood crafts to quilts, wall hangings, table runners, rope bowls and vases, horseshoe art, more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, 3874 S. Rushmore Way, Boise, Kay Eason, 208-407-3396. Call to make arrangements to shop on a different date or time.
Nov. 27-29
Chrysalis Christmas Open House and Local Artist Gift Show: Artisan jewelry, woodcraft, holiday floral arrangements, gnomes, wind chimes, handmade cards and stationery, more. Benefit sale for Chrysalis, a transitional living home for women coming out of addiction, homelessness and abuse. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28; and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 29, 4712 W. Fairview Ave., Boise. Info: Valerie Baldwin, 208-867-9742, chrysaliswomenidaho.org.
Nov. 28-Dec. 23
Merry Makers Market: Monthlong pop-up shop featuring handmade gifts, bath and body products, art, apparel, more. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week, Nov. 28 through Dec. 23, 1265 S. Capitol Blvd., Boise. New this year: online marketplace with curbside pick-up at boisemerrymakers.com.
Nov. 30-Dec. 3
Garden City Library Friends Holiday Sale: Holiday themed and gift quality books, children’s books, DVDs, CDs and puzzles, as well as gift baskets and handmade items. All proceeds go to support the library. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30; and 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Dec. 1-3, 6015 N. Glenwood St., Garden City. Info: Melissa, 208-472-2919, notaquietlibrary.org.
Dec. 3-18
Emmett Friends of the Library Christmas Bazaar: New and gently used holiday decorations and gifts. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Friday, Dec. 3-18, with a sing-along noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, 275 S. Hayes Ave., Emmett. Info: Carla Ratcliff, 208-860-3217.
Dec. 5
Nampa High Booster’s annual Holiday Fest: More than 70 vendors selling art, gifts, home decor, clothing, food, more. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 203 Lake Lowell Ave., Nampa. Info: Lisa Hendricks, 208-869-9132.
Cascade Community Center Christmas Craft and Vendor Fair: Homemade gifts, knit and crochet items, baked goods, Christmas gifts and decor. Lunch available and raffles every hour. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 409 N. School St., Cascade. Info: Jennifer Huckaby, 919-395-6999.
Owyhee County Museum annual Christmas Bazaar and Tree Sale: Handmade crafts and homemade pies, along with fresh cut Christmas trees from Silver City and an appearance from Santa. Part of the museum’s fundraisers. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, 17085 Basey St., Murphy. Info: Eriks Garsvo, 208-495-2319, owyheemuseum.org.
Eagle Country Christmas: Free kids’ activities (in a heated tent), cookies and hot cocoa, market, holiday music, carriage rides, and tree lighting. 1 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, Heritage Park, 185 E. State St., Eagle. Info. 208-489-8763.
Dec. 7
Children’s Museum of Idaho Holiday Bazaar: Homemade holiday goodies, gifts, and decorations. Holiday wreaths and centerpiece workshops. Table space starts at $35. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7, 790 S. Progress Ave, Meridian. Info: Jan Lynch or Tamara Turner, 208-345-1920, cmidaho.org.
Dec. 14
Santa’s Rock Shop: Stocking stuffers or gifts, including geology books, jewelry, polished stones, kid stuff, more. Noon to 4 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14, Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology, 2455 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise. Info: Shirley Ewing, 208-368-9876, idahomuseum.org.