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?
This year enjoy more makers, nonprofits, and activities than previous years & the list is still growing!
Thank you returning makers:
- Just By Jaylyn (3rd year)
- 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)
- A Touch of Heaven (2nd year)
- Black Goat Milk Clothiers (2nd year)
- Light With a Purpose (2nd year)
& welcome to our 1st year supporters:
- JustinWDraws
- Piper and Row
- Home Haven
- Peace, Love, Books
- Knit By JC
- Sparkle Studio CT
- Kitchen Witch Botanicals
- Something to Root About
- Angles of Mine
- Page of Wands Candles
- Lissedibles By Lisseth
- Cream Puff Pal
- GFaf Bakery
- Soul Cravings
- Strange Charm Glassworks
- Guardian Eyes
- Purple Goddess Crystals & Gifts
- Kitting For You
- Evidence Of Life
- Venus Amphi Boutique
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!!