A Holiday Happening
NOVEMBER 8 & 9
COLLEGE OF DUPAGE - GLEN ELLYN, IL
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HAND POURED
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HAND BUILT
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HAND SHAPED
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HAND KNIT
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HAND CUT
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HAND FELTED
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HAND CARVED
A HOLIDAY HAPPENING @ COD
NOVEMBER 8 10AM-4PM
NOVEMBER 9 10AM-4PM
Named one of the Top 20 classic & contemporary craft shows in the US by Sunshine Artist Magazine!
A Holiday Happening is a festive tradition for local craft shoppers. We're proud to showcase the work of talented artisans from across the Midwest - just in time for holiday gift-giving! This is our largest holiday show, featuring handmade gifts, jewelry, festive decor, clothing, bath and body, kids' items, and much more!
Admission: $7.00 day of event, $5.00 early bird through 11/7/25.
Youth under 16 get in free, accompanied by a paying adult.
Parking is free.
Save $2 and skip the line when you buy your tickets online by 11/7/25!
LOCATION
A Holiday Happening is located in the College of DuPage PEC Arena. Enter from College Rd, just West of Park Blvd. Parking is free.
The PEC Arena offers ADA compliant parking, doors, and restrooms. Service dogs welcome. Pets are prohibited.
JOIN OUR FOOD DRIVE
We're thrilled to partner with Glen House Food Pantry for a food drive throughout the weekend. Please consider bringing donations of shelf-stable food when you arrive. Every single item helps Glen House support families in need right here in DuPage County.
In 2024, Glen House served over 8,500 neighbors, 38% of whom are children. Their volunteers worked throughout the year to distribute 869,156 pounds of food to the community. Please join us in supporting their mission ❤️
Their current most needed list:
Canned Goods: Fruits and vegetables, ravioli, chili, chicken, tuna
Dry Goods: Boxed cereal
Pantry Staples: Cooking oil, sugar, salt, pepper, condiments
Personal Items: toilet paper, toothpaste, bar soap, paper towels, and facial tissue