SKETCH Working Arts Holiday ‘One & Only Artist Market’

No more resting Grinch face! Holiday shopping is about to “sleigh” thanks to SKETCH Working Arts’ ‘One & Only Artist Market’. Gift-givers this year will have the chance to shop from over 40 QTBIPOC emerging artists and creators featuring handmade and unique pieces, including jewelry, ceramics, upcycled apparel, stickers, handmade books, zines and more. Now in its fifth year, 100% of the proceeds from all sales during the holiday market go directly to the artists.

Open to the public and boasting free admission, the ‘One & Only Artist Market’ is one of the countless initiatives SKETCH offers through its wraparound community arts support that engages Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous and other racialized young people so they can meet their basic needs, explore their creativity and become builders of creative communities. In 2022, SKETCH engaged over 400 program participants and generated $239,740 for young people within the community. As one of the most unique QTBIPOC holiday markets in the city, the ‘One & Only Artist Market’ is a lifeline for artists during one of the most trying financial times of the year.

Who is it for?

All ages

Tickets : Free

Free entry, donations welcome.

How to get tickets?

At the door: Free

Date: Saturday December 9, 2023 to Sunday December 10, 2023

December 9, 2023 – 2 to 7 pm
December 10, 2023 – 2 – 7 pm

Venue & Address

SKETCH Studios, 180 Shaw St. Lower Level, Toronto

Wheelchair accessible

Accessible by Public Transport