Holiday Market
December 7 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Looking for sustainable, one-of-a-kind holiday gifts that support local artisans and a good cause?
Visit Aldo Leopold Nature Center’s Holiday Market!
Peruse and sample delicious foods made locally from Wisconsin ingredients. Shop and gift sustainably-made, nature-inspired, and found-object art. Purchase handcrafted jewelry, hand-dyed scarves, handspun yarns, DIY craft gifts, and so much more. Find gifts for all the people on your holiday lists!
The Holiday Market features local, sustainable artists and vendors in a festive atmosphere, while inviting the community to visit the Aldo Leopold Nature Center! With FREE admission and FREE parking, the Holiday Market is a perfect place to find ALL your holiday gifts.
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Our 2025 Vendors Include
WEARABLES & ACCESSORIES
- Knit Wit 608: Merino wool hats, mittens, scarves, and home décor made with wool yarn and recycled cotton cord.
- Sandy B Handwovens: Unique handwoven jackets, scarves, and accessories crafted from natural fibers.
- SJW Handmade: Upcycled wool hats, mittens, ponchos, and dryer balls made from repurposed materials.
- A Botanical Dyery: Plant-dyed textiles including scarves, napkins, and table runners.
- Seamingly Stitched: Handmade purses and bags created from new and upcycled fabrics.
- KF Designs: Handcrafted purses and bags in colorful, durable, sustainable designs.
- Oopsie Daisy Design: Sweatshirts made with vintage quilts as well as notebooks, notepads, and bookmarks made with local pressed florals.
- The Happy Kitty: Cat toys, pillows, and décor made from upcycled fabrics and garments.
- The River Food Pantry: Handmade wool mittens supporting food security programs in Dane County.
JEWERLY
- Fovea Works Jewelry: Nature-inspired wearable art made with unique found objects, resin, and wire wrapping.
- Earth Element Jewelry: Sterling silver jewelry crafted from post-consumer recycled materials.
- Earth Delights: Fair trade sterling silver jewelry featuring semi-precious stones.
- Lady Crown Glass & Creative Juice: Flameworked glass jewelry, airplant holders, and upcycled bottle art.
HOME DECOR
- Mulberry Woods: One-of-a-kind wooden picture frames made from locally sourced wood.
- Pretty Pots N’ Pieces: Unique mosaic and fused glass décor made from repurposed materials.
- Studio 8809: Locally sourced wooden charcuterie boards accented with colored epoxy.
- Glow Wood Studio: Handcrafted hardwood boxes and décor showcasing natural grain and beauty.
- Josie Lathrop Ceramics: Functional, eco-conscious ceramics for everyday use.
- Karen Kards and Crafts: Upcycled fabric goods, pressed floral art, and eco-friendly stationery.
- Dame Good Crafts: Sustainable home goods including cloth napkins, un-paper towels, and denim bags.
- Art by Anna Flowers: Repurposed frames and materials transformed into local-inspired art and décor.
- Joshua Ludke Artist: Sculptures made from reclaimed wood and repurposed materials.
- Watercolors by TAK: Wisconsin-inspired watercolor paintings and poetry celebrating nature.
- Handicraft Soul Fair Trade: Fair trade baskets, purses, and ornaments made from recycled and natural materials by women artisans in Africa.
A photographer may be onsite to document this event. If you would not like your photo taken, please advise the photographer. Thank you!
With appreciation to our 2025 partners who make events like this possible!
If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact Lizzie Condon at lizzie@aldoleopoldnaturecenter.org.
Event Partners
Media Partners
Wondering about lodging?
Country Inn & Suites, AVID Hotel, and AmericInn are all located within 1.5 miles from the Aldo Leopold Nature Center.
Country Inn & Suites has a shuttle.
Interested in a place more home-y?
Check out the AirBnB, and Verbo rentals in Monona.
