Michiana’s Premier Holiday Festival & Artisan Marketplace
Step into a magical winter sanctuary in downtown South Bend. The Michiana Christmas Market brings together the heartwarming nostalgia of European Christmas markets with the unmatched creativity of Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan’s finest makers, designers, and bakers.
Designed with genuine holiday joy in mind. Tickets are only $5 per person (Kids 5 and under Free), and every corner offers memorable moments for couples, friends, and families with children.
Professional photographer setup with free digital downloads for the community. Say goodbye to rushed mall lines and expensive photo packages! Families can meet Santa in a warm, beautifully decorated festive scene and download high-resolution photos straight to their phones at no cost.
Find unique handmade gifts, artisan crafts, holiday decor, and local specialty goods from across Michiana. Every vendor is juried for quality and balance, ensuring a treasure trove of ceramics, jewelry, woodwork, apparel, gourmet provisions, candles, and holiday greenery.
Complimentary warm holiday drinks for guests strolling the market! Grab a steaming cup of rich, velvety hot cocoa with marshmallows and festive toppings as you browse the artisan booths and soak in the holiday music and scenery.
A dedicated creative station for kids and families to make holiday crafts. Children can assemble personalized keepsake wooden ornaments, craft cheerful holiday cards, and write personal letters directly to the North Pole mailbox.
A sweet, festive walkthrough treat trail for the kids! Little ones receive a festive holiday passport upon arrival and follow the glowing candy cane trail throughout the market to collect wrapped sweets, peppermint canes, and festive surprises from participating vendor booths.
Showcase your work to thousands of holiday shoppers at the Century Center on peak holiday shopping weekend. Booth spaces are juried to ensure quality and category balance.
The first Saturday of December represents the absolute sweet spot for regional gift shopping. Held inside the prestigious Century Center along the St. Joseph River, this market provides exceptional comfort, pristine lighting, and immense community excitement.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please complete the details below.
Located right on the picturesque St. Joseph River in the heart of downtown South Bend. Ample on-site parking, heated indoor hall, and easy access from all major Michiana highways.
Century Center Surface Lot: On-site parking available directly adjacent to the main entrance for attendees and vendors.
Downtown Garages: Additional covered parking is available within a short 2-minute stroll at the Main Street Garage and Wayne Street Garage, plus ample free on-street weekend parking throughout downtown South Bend.
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Saturday, December 5, 2026 • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Century Center — 120 S Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bend, IN
Have questions before you visit? Here are answers to the most common inquiries from shoppers and vendors.
Tickets are only $5 per person, and kids 5 and under are free! Admission includes full access to all 60+ juried artisan booths, free pictures with Santa with digital downloads, complimentary hot cocoa, Santa’s Craft Workshop, and the Santa Candy Trail.
Yes! A professional photographer will take high-resolution photos with Santa, and digital downloads will be available completely free of charge. No expensive photo packages, no hidden fees, and no mandatory purchase.
The event takes place indoors at the Century Center in downtown South Bend, Indiana (120 S Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601). The hall is fully heated and climate controlled.
The market takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Arrive early to enjoy the best selection of handcrafted holiday items!
Fill out our online application in the Vendor section above. We review applications on a rolling basis to ensure category balance and quality artisan craftsmanship.
Yes, the Century Center is fully ADA compliant with wide paved aisles, elevators, ramps, accessible parking, and spacious restrooms with changing tables.
Most vendors accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo, and cash. An on-site ATM is also available inside the Century Center lobby.