Made In Iowa Merry Market
December 20, 2025 – 9 am to 3pm
December 21, 2025 – 10 am to 4 pm
Hawkeye Downs Expo Center
4400 6th St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
This is the last big market of the year – your last stop to holiday shop.
Discover a wide variety of handmade goods, delicious treats, unique crafts, and one-of-a-kind art from talented local makers, bakers, crafters, and artists at Made In Iowa Merry Market, Iowa’s the premier artisan market.
With 65 talented vendors gathered under one roof, the Made in Iowa Merry Market is the place to cross off your holiday shopping list while supporting local artisans and small businesses.
Bring a friend (or two), enjoy the holiday atmosphere, and maybe even discover something you didn’t know you needed — all in one cheerful, holiday-filled visit at Hawkeye Downs Expo Center.
$5 entry at the door.
Kids 12 and under are free.
Confirmed Vendor List
| 244 | 42 North Winery | Vinton | Our local grown and produced wines and hard apple cider |
| 231 | 99 Proof Designs | Davenport | Laser engraved gift items including Leatherette koozies, coasters, flasks. Beer soaps and shower gels. Laser engraving on site for customization. |
| 260 | Annie’s Rock-n-Tail Feathers | Garrison | We are comprised of two creators, Ann and Jess Hill, a mother-daughter team. We both love to create art in our various mediums. Ann creates original paintings on turkey feathers, polished stone and gem jewelry, polished rock art and décor. Jess creates original watercolor paintings, and hand crochets various types of fiber items. We share a passion for the outdoors and animals, which you will see reflected in our work. |
| 251 | Blue House Iowa | Muscatine | Blue House provides you with handmade, shelf stable, pantry staples. We offer Cookie Mixes, Drink Mixes, and Seasonings that require so little effort that in minutes you’ll have a bakery style cookie, cafe style drink, a delicious dip, or an elevated dinner. We create staples that will have your friends asking for the recipe! |
| 241 | Brickyard Wines | Clermont | We are a winery from Clermont, Ia and sell wines. |
| 246 | Bumblebee Lotus | Cedar Rapids | I offer crystal and sage smudge kits, glass healing jars, smudge sticks, dream catchers, palo santo, bath items and more- each item crafted with intention to promote balance, protection, and well-being. My mission is to bring comfort, positive energy, purpose, and a bit of sass and smart-ass vibes to others on their own personal healing journeys- and to be a friendly reminder that nobody has to go through things alone. |
| 229 | Carpe Macarons | Newton | Handmade French macarons in beautiful colors with a wide variety of flavors. Simple, elegant, and delicious. Special extra large macarons based on the season, hearts for Valentine’s Day, ghosts and jack o’ lanterns for Halloween, etc… |
| 221 | Charco Soap | Iowa City | Charco Soap crafts luxurious, handmade bath and body products, like our colorful Soap, nourishing Body Butter, and fun Bath Bombs, to bring a youthful energy back into adult self-care. Handmade in Iowa City with high-quality, skin-friendly ingredients, we make self-care feel like a fun treat, not a chore |
| 237, 238 | Collateral Beauties | Robins | Beautiful, one-of-a-kind, hand dyed rope bowls/baskets which are both functional and a work of art. Sewn floor art rugs made of fine quilting cotton, they’re both durable and washable. Zipper pouches, soft and huggable crocheted stuffed animals, colorful dish towel sets, mugs and coasters – all perfect for gifting! |
| 247 | Creative Thymes | Walford | We sell a wide variety of stuff that includes hair clips, earrings, badge reels, bangle bracelets, 3d items, keychains, magnets, interchangeable signs, home and holiday decor and more! |
| 224 | Dania De Bortoli Designs | Fairfax | Dania De Bortoli designs and creates artisan keepsake jewelry with a vintage flair. Dania De Bortoli is a self-taught artist with a lifelong passion for crafting jewelry and textiles, combining vintage-inspired styles with a contemporary twist. Her artistic journey reflects a deep commitment to creative expression and a dedication to pushing the boundaries of traditional art forms. |
| 243 | Dave’s coffee cake | Marion | Many seasonal flavors of coffee cake. We offer fruits, chocolates and cinnamon cakes. Our cakes are great for sharing and they freeze very well for a future gathering |
| 216 | Diamond Trail Designs | North English | Family run business, we design and fabricate metal art for home and garden. |
| 227 | Diggity Dawg Bakery | Dixon | All natural dog/cat treats and pet themed merchandise |
| 225 | Evans Family Farm | Marion | We sell Premium Berkshire Pork. You can order a whole or half hog. I have locker dates already set up at Edgewood Locker in Edgewood, Iowa. We also sell a wide range of individual cuts. |
| 211 | Fancy Plants | Palo | Woman & Trans owned small business that produces & sells tropical houseplants, carnivorous plants, cactus & succulents. We propagate or seed grow most of our plants in house (literally in our home) & we design & 3D unique planters, home decor & jewelry! We do not download our prints! All prints designed by us for function & aesthetics! |
| 207 | Freedombird naturals | Springville | Lamb tallow body butter, soaps, lipbalm, shampoo and conditioner, candles |
| 258 | Fresh Bombz | Cedar Rapids | Handmade locally in Cedar Rapids Iowa. We make everything custom from bath crumble (build your own jar), shower steamers, sugar scrub, magnesium spray, room spray, car fresheners. |
| 264, 265 | Fusion Boutique | Las Vegas | At Fusion Boutique, we specialize in cutting-edge red light therapy devices and topicals designed to enhance overall well-being. Our innovative solutions offer effective, non-invasive treatments for various health conditions, leveraging the proven benefits of red light therapy for skin rejuvenation, pain relief, and holistic wellness. As a trusted partner in the health and wellness community, we’d be delighted to collaborate with you. |
| 228 | Fuzzy Bees Honey | Alburnett | Local, raw, small batch honey. |
| 242 | Gansen Farms LlC | Vinton | We are a small farm located in Atkins, IA we sell fresh produce, marmalades and jellies, pickles, cowboy candy, Chutneys, vanilla extract, eldelberry syrup, peanut butter, salsas and sauces, as well as farm/country oriented totes, between other products. |
| 223 | Golden Hills Apiary LLC | Riverside | Golden Hills Apiary is a small beekeeping farm located near Riverside in Washington County. Our honeybees thrive on local farms, creating delicious raw honey. We prioritize natural methods to care for our bees and assure a quality product for our customers. We extract and bottle our own honey so that it’s fresh from the farm when our customers receive it. |
| 250 | Grimm’s Farm-Jams, Pepper Jellies, Pickled Vegetables | West Liberty | We’re a small business based out of West Liberty, IA who specialize in handcrafting jams, pickled vegetables, pepper jellies and other canned goods. Our vast selection of flavors combines heritage recipes from the 1950s with modern recipes using unique ingredient blends. Whether you are looking for a favorite marmalade from your childhood or looking to try something new and different, we are confident you will find it at Grimm’s Farm! |
| 255 | Honey War Bee Company, LLC | Farmington | We specialize in raw and unfiltered honey from treatment free colonies. We also offer over 2 dozen flavors of creamed honey, flavored honey, 100% beeswax candles, honey glycerin soap, and beeswax lip balms. |
| 248 | Honor And Respect LLC | Marion | Trademark protected athletic shoe and apparel business that supports all who serve and protect. |
| 230 | J Novotny Designs | Solon | I create one-of-a-kind silk floral designs and more curated from unique Estate Sales |
| 210 | Jennings Winery | Garber | Award Winning Iowa wines that are sure to please. Our family owned business has been providing quality wines at an affordable price for over a decade. We make a large variety of wines from sweet to dry plus specialty wines for your enjoyment. Besides traditional 750 ml bottles , we also bottle a 250 ml plastic known as the Wee Lil Sipper. |
| 302 | Just The Girls | Marion | Just The Girls specializes in women’s apparel and accessories, as well as holiday gift items and decor. We source all products from Midwest-based distributors whenever possible. |
| 235 | Laurafied Creations | Lisbon | Seasonal wreaths, homemade crafts, jams, jellies, pie filling, sourdough bread, hosts wreath/craft parties |
| 208 | Little Venus Tesoros | North Liberty | I make and sell stunning wire wrapped jewelry as well as beaded and some macrame jewelry. |
| 212 | Made X SB | Iowa City | Stay cozy this winter with a hand knit hat, mittens, and a blanket! Items are made with wool, alpaca, or acrylic yarns – there is something for everyone! |
| 253 | MamaLlama Creations | Cedar Rapids | Home decor blocks. Handcrafted, unique, and affordable. A perfect gift for anyone or yourself. |
| 214 | Midwest Chai | Cedar Rapids | Midwest Chai creates flavor-forward powdered tea blends that are unsweetened and dairy-free, giving you the freedom to make chai your way. Bold, versatile, and customizable, our blends bring comfort and creativity to every cup. You can even add them to your favorite recipes or create something completely new. Chai your own way! |
| 220 | Midwest Fresh Farms | Coralville | A little about us at MIDWEST FRESH FARMS Cultivating life YEAR-ROUND right in the heart of CORALVILLE. Here at MIDWEST FRESH FARMS we strive to provide our families, restaurants, and local markets with the most convenient, fresh Microgreens available. We provide quality greens to help our local community become healthier and better able to access a truly fresh and authentic twist to food as we know it. |
| 218 | Moen Jewelry | Marion | Seed bead jewelry and chain mail |
| 249 | O So Good Winery & Distillery | DYERSVILLE | Our family-owned Winery, Restaurant and Distillery is in the rolling fields made of dreams – Dyersville, Iowa. With over 40 flavors of wine, an extensive menu, and fabulous spirits, you are sure to find something you’ll enjoy. |
| 256 | Offbeat Boutique | Atkins | ion Offbeat Boutique will we will be popping up! We will have our hat bar available, come pick a hat and a patch and watch us work our magic! You can also come shop an assortment of our graphic tees and other lasered items like keychains, notebooks and more! Come shop or put in an order for custom apparel! |
| 232 | Pickle Creek Herbs | Fairfield | Welcome to Pickle Creek! We make herb-infused olive oils & vinegars, soaps, salves, & balms using the herbs, garlic, peppers, tomatoes, berries, and other fruits we grow on our SE Iowa farm. We make everything by hand in small batches using our own original recipes. Experience the difference that Iowa-grown makes! |
| 213 | Rainbow Feathers Fantastical 3D Prints | Cedar Rapids | We print quality 3D created prints for all ages. From fidget toys to keychains to other decorative fun pieces, you’ll find something you’ll love. We take pride in ensuring our customers enjoy their prints. |
| 245 | Salt Creek Sourdough | Belle Plaine | Handmade sourdough bread, bagels, cookies, scones, and DIY sourdough mixes—crafted with love from my licensed Iowa home bakery. |
| 205 | Scentsy | Coggon | Scentsy home fragrance and decor products create welcomig, memorable spaces. My products include flameless wax warmers, premium fragrance wax bars, essential oil diffusers, fan-powered systems with fragrance pods, and a variety of seansonal and decorative home accents. Scentsy products are designed to safely deliver long-lasting fragrance while adding style to any room. I can help you find scents that fit you lifestyle and create menaingful connections through scent. |
| 301 | Sds tallow and goat milk products/Freeze Dried treats | Corydon | Tallow and goat milk products and freeze dried treats |
| 261 | Seaborn Hot Sauce | Belle Plaine | I mainly make and sell fermented hot sauce. I grow as many of the ingredients as I can in Iowa. The hea range is mild, medium, hot, and hotter. I put flavor before heat, but my hotter is hotter then the store. |
| 206 | Shannys Crochet Corner | Maquoketa | One of a kind handmade crochet gifts for your loved ones. From toys to bags to jewelry, you can find the perfect gift for you or your loved ones. Handmade with love you enjoy these creations for years to come. |
| 263 | Sifs harvest | COLUMBUS JUNCTION | We manufacture and sell soaps, lotions, candles, beard care items as well as comfort items. |
| 233 | Simply Homemade Bakery | Central City | Homemade baked goods ranging from cookies to focaccia! During the holiday season we make lots of treat trays and gift sets as well! |
| 257 | Sip and Savor | Hampton | We will have a variety of items for Christmas shopping for yourself or a loved one! We will have mulling spice kits that are great for wine and cider. We will our handcrafted Tea bags that include: Spiced Apple Twist, Orange Clove Twist and Rooibos Lavender Twist. We will have a variety of Wine Infusion sets that are inspired by holidays flavors as well as gift boxes for wine, Moscow mules and Margaritas. We will have homemade Caramel and Peanut Brittle that are old family recipes! We will have a handcrafted Caramel Apple Hot Tea as well as a mulled cider with the classic holiday spices and Vanilla Bean! |
| 226 | Sound Body and Mind, LLC | Swisher | Sound Body and Mind brings you handcrafted gemstone and intention bracelets that are more than jewelry—they’re tools for empowerment and self-connection. Paired with my wellness services, I guide people toward Physical, Emotional & Spiritual Harmony, helping them live with clarity, strength, and joy. |
| 209 | SQUIGGLE LASER AND DESIGN | SUMNER | Handcrafted laser-cut signs and custom home décor pieces that add a unique, personalized touch to any space—perfect for gifts, events, or elevating your own home. |
| 240 | Stoney’s Wood Creations | Iowa City | Woodworking – One of a kind items. Cutting boards(all shapes and sizes), cheese slicers, bandsaw boxes, wood hair barrettes, hair clips, sourdough bread bow knives, and more. |
| 252 | Strega Luna’s Apothecary | Iowa City | I make mostly organic skin care, health, and beauty items, household cleaning items to banish and purify, ritual sets, journals, and more – like beautiful handmade sewn leather items. Making the mundane meaningful with practical magic. |
| 239 | The Blue Strawberry Coffee Co | Marion | I specialize in small batch custom roasted gourmet coffee beans. In addition, I offer a cornucopia of unique and speciality flavors. I source green coffee from all over the world and roast it to delicious perfection at my humble shop in Marion,Ia. |
| 236 | The Pretzel Boss | Cedar Rapids | I’ve taken my love for cooking & baking to the next level sharing my delicious homemade soft baked pretzels. Our signature flavors: Classic Salted, Cinnamon Sugar, Everything, Garlic Rosemary, Truffle Parmesan, Jalapeño Cheddar. Seasonal flavors like Pumpkin Spice & Caramel Apple for fall. Homemade: Beer Cheese Stone Ground Honey Mustard, Sweet Cream Dip. The finest ingredients used: real butter local honey dark brown sugar bread flour freshly shredded cheeses homegrown jalapeños |
| 234 | Travelin Sips Mobile Bar | Muscatine | Craft mocktail/cocktail infusion jars made with freshly dehydrated ingredients. |
| 219 | Weeds of desire | Sumner | Herbal teas, tinctures, salves, essential oil and bath soap. |
| 217 | Wild Cherry Spoon Co | Rock Island | Wild Cherry Spoon Co creates artisanal wooden kitchenwares, utensils, cutting & charcuterie boards, barware and home goods all crafted from sustainably harvested hardwoods from an Eastern Iowa farm. |
| 215 | Wild Lotus Apothecary | Cedar rapids | We create organic bath and body self care items. |
| 222 | Wild Rayne Mercantile | Williamsburg | Wild Rayne Mercantile offers a wide range of home fragrance and self care products made with quality ingredients at prices accessible to all. |
| 262 | Wooden It Be Nice | Marion | Wood games, tools and home/office decor. |
| 259 | Zebra Finch Macarons | Cedar Rapids | Zebra Finch Macarons is a one-person home bakery located in Cedar Rapids, IA. I specialize in handcrafted French macarons with unique, gourmet flavors such as Cardamom Pear, Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel, and Pumpkin Pie. In addition to classic round macarons, I offer animal and holiday-themed macarons in a variety of cute shapes that can’t be found anywhere else. I’m obsessed with flavor; eating a macaron should be a special experience! |