# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Shop 100+ local artisans, FREE Hot Cocoa Bar, FREE Photos with Santa, Live Music By Matt KrahulaAbout this EventJoin us for a cheerful afternoon filled with holiday spirit, unique shopping finds, live entertainment, and family-friendly memories. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gifts, supporting local businesses, or simply enjoying the season with loved ones, this event is the perfect way to celebrate.🛍️ What to Expect:✨ Shop from 100+ local artisans featuring handmade creations, boutique finds, holiday gifts, and more🎶 Enjoy live music by Matt Krahula☕ Warm up at our complimentary hot cocoa bar🎅 Capture the holiday magic with FREE family photos with Santa🎁 Enter to win exciting raffle prizes🤍 Give back through our diaper drive benefiting local familiesGet a head start on your holiday shopping while discovering incredible local vendors, supporting small businesses, and making a meaningful impact in your community.🎁 Giving Back:We are proud to partner with Keeping Families Covered for our holiday diaper drive. All donations collected at entry will directly support local families in need this season. Your generosity helps bring comfort, support, and brighter holiday moments to families in our community.📅 Event Details:Date: Sunday, November 8Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation: The Ten Hotel Gurnee6161 W Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL🎟️ Admission:$10 per adult (ages 18+)$5 per child (ages 5+)Children under 5 are free!Bring your friends, gather your family, and celebrate the season with us! Shop small, support local creators, give back, and enjoy an afternoon filled with holiday magic.🎄 We can’t wait to celebrate with you!Vendor Applications: https://www.thesocialmarketco.com/vendor-signup.html - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gurnee/2nd-annual-merry-makers-expo/100001996060575915 - **Event Categories**: holiday, music, business, exhibitions, live-music, entertainment, shopping, breakfast-with-santa, pictures-with-santa, nonprofit, christmas-markets-and-fairs - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - Duration: 4 hours - Location: The Ten Hotel - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 7.18, max: 12.51, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gurnee - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: The Ten Hotel - **lat**: 42.3821086 - **long**: -87.95461619999999 - **full address**: The Ten Hotel, 6161 West Grand Avenue, Gurnee, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ec66fa88a7c7bc5bd4a8075ea6684ced7b60f53051096286d0dc49febbb914b6-rimg-w1200-h628-dc680808-gmir.jpg?v=1785425888 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo being held? - **A:** 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo takes place on Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 08 Nov, 2026 at 04:00 pm at The Ten Hotel, 6161 West Grand Avenue, Gurnee, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo? - **A:** 2nd Annual Merry Makers Expo is organized by The Social Market Collective Events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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