Early Bird Shopping

1000 Fort Duquesne Boulevard,Pittsburgh PA 15222

04 December, 2021

Description

Shop for one and a half hours before the market opens to the public! A Handmade Arcade fan favorite, our Early Bird event is your chance to shop from makers in an intimate setting allowing you to browse slowly, talk to the makers, and support our year-round programming. Shoppers get 25 free raffle ticketsAttendees over the age of two must wear a maskCheck in starts at 9 AM COVID-19 Safety Measures: Masks are required for all attendees over the age of two.Fewer makers = more space. We have fewer maker booths than in past years to increase space for social distancing.The David L. Lawrence Convention Center is a green building with state-of-the-art air filtration systems.Makers will be spread out between Halls B and C, allowing for more space between booths and for shoppers to browse.Please see our Holiday Market FAQ page for full details about COVID-19 safety measures, ticketing, and more.  If you are sick or exposed to COVID-19 and have to quarantine, please stay home. You can transfer your tickets for no additional charge. If you are unable to attend because of illness, you can ask for a refund. Please be patient as it may us longer than anticipated to process your request. Handmade Arcade is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that celebrates the cutting edge of craft by connecting creators and consumers through making, sharing and learning.   Handmade Arcade inspires creativity and experimentation through the process of making things; supports creative commerce for local crafters and small business owners; honors the intersection of tradition and innovation; provides an alternative marketplace to mainstream retail and presents inclusive and accessible craft-based events that welcome everyone.