Summit Avenue
Artisan Festival
our 15th annual winter market,
a St. Paul Grand Meander Event
Saturday, December 6, 2025
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Summit Avenue Artisan Festival Returns December 6 for its 16th Year of Local Art, Holiday Cheer, and Community Celebration
ST. PAUL, Minn. (December 2025) — The beloved Summit Avenue Artisan Festival returns on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ (900 Summit Avenue). Now in its 16th year, this festive winter market draws more than 1,000 visitors to experience a vibrant mix of local artisans, food, music, and holiday cheer as part of the St. Paul Grand Meander celebration.
“We love seeing the church filled with art, laughter, and community energy each year,” said Jennifer Harris, festival manager “This event brings people together to support local makers, celebrate the season, and share in something joyful and uniquely St. Paul.”
Event Details
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 900 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
🎟️ Admission is free!
Shop, Savor, and Celebrate
SHOP! Browse handcrafted gifts, fine art, home décor, jewelry, and specialty foods from 45+ local artists and artisans. An updated list of vendors can be found at www.spucconsummit.org/artisanfestival.
SILENT AUCTION! Bid on one-of-a-kind silent auction items, including gift cards, experiences, and artisan pieces, at 32auctions.com/artisanfestival. All proceeds support the mission and community work of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. It opens Saturday, Dec. 6, 10:00 am, and will conclude Friday, December 12 at noon. Pick up will be Saturday, December 13th, 11:00 am - noon, and Sunday, December 14th, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
BAKE SALE & FOOD! The festival will also feature food trucks, food vendors, and our very own bake sale - perfect for a mid-day snack or warm treat as guests “meander” through the market.
Family Fun and Creative Spaces
Families won’t want to miss SANTA & MRS. CLAUSE, available for photos from 10 a.m. to noon ($5 suggested donation).
An ALL-AGES ART TABLE will also be open throughout the day, offering a creative space for visitors to make art together using supplies donated by church members.
Event Details
📅 Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 900 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105
🎟️ Admission is free!
Stay in the Know!
🌐 Website: www.spucconsummit.org/artisanfestival
📘 Facebook: Summit Avenue Artisan Festival. Mark yourself as going on our facebook event!
📸 Instagram: @summitavenueartisanfestival
Press Release: Click here for our 2025 Press Release.
Event Contact
Contact Jennifer Harris saaf@spucconsummit.org, if you are interested in providing silent auction items for this event, would like to volunteer, have a media inquiry, or have any questions.
PRESS Click here for our 2025 Press Release.
If you would like to apply to be a 2025 vendor click here.
About the Summit Avenue Artisan Festival
Founded by St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, the Summit Avenue Artisan Festival has been a cornerstone of the St. Paul Grand Meander for 16 years. The festival celebrates local creativity and community spirit by connecting artists, neighbors, and visitors in a joyful holiday market that supports both local makers and the mission of the church.
Learn more about St. Paul’s UCC atwww.spucconsummit.org.
Thank you Katie Koranda (Koranda Lab) for taking beautiful photos of our event!
Ann Hotz
Ben G Sculpture to Wear
Big Stick Studio
Blackbird Awakening
Colibrí Guatemalan Jewelry
Evermore in Bloom
GrayFoxArtworks
Heather McMoore
Jacque Lindskoog | Beads for All Seasons
Kay Curwick
Lily Low Skincare
20. Liz Charles
21. Minimum Wage Tim's Coffee Co.
23. Off The Hook Fiber Arts
24. So_me_byjamelah
25. SPUCC Youth Baked Goods
27. The Joyful Elephant
28. Trades of Hope
29. Roxanne Sullivan (Trade Winds)
30. Wee Wonderlands | SGB Art
We are thrilled to announce our 2025 Artisans!
We are at capacity for vendors this year. If you would like to apply to be a 2025 vendor click here.
The Summit Avenue Artisan Festival was founded and is led
by St. Paul’s United Church of Christ.
Silent Auction Items Needed!
We are looking for silent auction donations - airfare miles, hotel stays, cabins, tickets to a show, goods with value. If you are interested in donating contact Jennifer Harris, SAAF Events Manager at saaf@spucconsummit.org.