Saturday, January 31 & Sunday, February 1, 2026

Cedar Rapids, IA – January 26, 2026 – Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day or Galentine’s Day outing? The Made in Iowa Winter Market is back at Hawkeye Downs on Saturday, January 31 (9 a.m.–3 p.m.) and Sunday, February 1 (10 a.m.–4 p.m.), offering a fun, feel-good shopping experience filled with local creativity, music, and community spirit.

With over 150 Iowa-based vendors, the Made in Iowa Winter Market is the ideal place to find thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts—whether you’re shopping for a sweetheart, your best friends, or treating yourself. Come solo, bring a friend, or make a day of it.

Shoppers will enjoy live music on Saturday as Guitar Tom returns, filling the building with classical guitar and whatever else his talented fingers decide to create—adding the perfect soundtrack to a relaxed winter market stroll.

To make shopping even easier, the Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale will be offering a free bag check, allowing shoppers to take a break from carrying their purchases while continuing to explore the market hands-free.

The market will also feature multiple selfie backdrop stations, perfect for capturing Galentine’s Day moments, sweetheart photos, or just a little winter fun.

Vendor categories include:

• Handmade art & fine crafts

• Jewelry & accessories

• Candles, bath & body products

• Home décor

• Boutique clothing

• Woodworking & metal art

• Specialty foods & baked goods

• Gourmet treats & packaged foods

• Seasonal and giftable items

Admission is just $5, with children 12 and under free, making it an affordable outing for all ages.

Event Details:
Hawkeye Downs Expo Center, Cedar Rapids
Saturday, January 31, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday, February 1, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
$5 admission | Kids 12 & under free
Live music Saturday with Guitar Tom
150+ Iowa vendors
Free bag check provided by the Cedar Rapids Concert Chorale. 

Special thanks to our community partner, Eastern Iowa Window Depot, for supporting Made in Iowa and all of our vendors.

The Made in Iowa Winter Market celebrates local makers, artists, bakers, and small businesses—bringing the community together to shop small and support Iowa talent.