The 3rd annual Makers Market
• Saturday October 24, 2026 10am-4pm •
The lawn at Spring Glen Church, Hamden CT
Looking for unique finds, local art, good vibes, and a way to make a real impact? This beloved annual community event brings together talented local artists and small businesses for a unique shopping experience that supports a powerful cause: transforming a former Winchester machine gun test firing range into a healing garden for anyone impacted by violence.
Discover local
- Handmade art and prints
- Jewelry, clothing, and accessories
- Vintage and one-of-a-kind gifts
- Candles, wellness products, and self-care goods
- Meet makers and creative entrepreneurs
- Learn about community organizations building better tomorrows
- Enjoy music, entertainment, and activities
Whether you’re shopping for yourself, getting a jump on holiday gifts, or just looking for something fun to do with friends and family, there’s something for everyone.
This isn’t just a market,
it’s a chance to be part of something bigger.
Come for the Market. Stay for the Mission.
Every maker at the Market purchases booth space as a donation which supports the Eli’s Garden of Healing mission.
The mission behind the market: EGH is working to raise $2 million to build a healing garden where a former Winchester machine gun testing range once stood and rewriting the script as we transform it from a place associated with violence into a place dedicated to hope, resilience, and community.
The future of this project is being built right now, and your support as a maker, volunteer, and attendee helps make it possible.
Be part of the community coming together to turn pain into purpose and vacant green space into a sanctuary for healing.
Get involved
Interested in volunteering, contributing to the bake sale, donating a raffle item, or participating as an entertainer? Email Jaylyn@elisgardenofhealing.com
What to expect at the 3rd annual EGH Makers Market?
Enjoy more makers, nonprofits, entertainment, and activities than previous years & come back often – the list is still growing!
Thank you returning makers:
- More Art by Brent Moore (3rd year)
- Megan Shaughnessy: Photography, Illustration, and Children’s Books (3rd year)
- No Water Necessary Photographic Art (3rd year)
- The Shard ‘N the Stone (3rd year)
- Radiant Art (2nd year)
- Black Goat Milk Clothiers (2nd year)
- Light With a Purpose (2nd year)
& welcome new supporters:
- JustinWDraws
- Leos Art
- Cookie Girl
- Spotted Hawk Healing
- Home Haven
- Peace, Love, Books
- Knit By JC
- Something to Root About
- Cream Puff Pal
- GFaf Bakery
- Strange Charm Glassworks
- Juicebox Industries
- Nutmeg Craft Works
- Home in Hamden – CONECT
- The Sassiest Crafter
- Angels of Mine
Entertainment provided by:
Christina Meadows
Seth Adam
2025 Makers Market Highlights: Chili, music, and loads of makers Photos courtesy of Juliana Camizzi
Special thanks to the following organizations who helped make the 2025 Makers Market so memorable: Seth Adam, Marydell Merrill and the Hamden High School’s Mainstage Ensemble, Kevin MacKenzie- Owner of The Cannon, and Jay Kaye- owner of Jay Kaye Services. Very special thank you to Spring Glen Church for donating the space for the EGH Makers Market for three years!!