Bulgarica Craft Market - bazaar for handmade products in Mount Prospect
In 2026. The Bulgarica Craft Market will now be held on a monthly basis.
What is Bulgarica Craft Market?
It is a monthly art and craft bazaar where artists meet, who create their products with skill, care and personal handwriting and an audience that is not looking for mass production, but appreciates handmade and natural fabrics.
The Bazaar will be held monthly and will offer a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where visitors can stroll around, discover unique wares and meet the people behind them in person.
Upcoming dates
The first three editions of the bazaar will take place on:
- 28 February
- 28 March
- 25 April
Each bazaar starts at 11:00 am and the location is Bulgarica Center, 1120 S Elmhurst Rd, Mount Prospect, IL 60056.
More from craft market
One of the distinctive features of Bulgarica Craft Market is the opportunity for visitors to meet artists who present products inspired by Bulgarian culture and traditions. Handmade jewellery, textiles, decorations and other items bearing folklore motifs and elements can often be found at the bazaar. For the local public, this is an opportunity to experience the spirit of the Balkans and a cultural heritage that is rarely present in similar events in the region.
Along with traditional motifs, the bazaar brings together contemporary artists who interpret handmade art in a modern way, combining personal style, ideas and materials. Each edition thus offers variety and a sense of something new and different.
At Bulgarica Craft Market visitors can find a variety of products, the most common types being:
- Textiles and clothing - Handmade clothing, scarves, bags and accessories that combine traditional techniques with a modern twist. Each textile product carries an individual style and story behind it.
- Jewellery and accessories - unique necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings made of different materials such as metal, natural stones, wood and glass. Each item is a small work of art, suitable for a gift or to complete a look.
- Ceramics and earthenware - functional and decorative dishes, bowls and glasses that combine practicality and aesthetics. These pieces are suitable for both everyday use and special occasions.
- Paper and stationery - Beautifully crafted notebooks, cards, prints and hand-bound journals. Lovers of beautiful stationery can find inspiration for both home and office.
- Home decor and art - from paintings and prints to small sculptures and decorative objects created with attention to colour and form. Each item adds a unique character to the home and creates a sense of personal style.
Thematic editions of Bulgarica Craft Market
In addition to the regular monthly bazaars, several themed editions are planned this year to add even more character and inspiration.
The first themed bazaar will take place on 28 March under the name „Spirit of Spring“ - an edition dedicated to spring, new beginnings and the fresh energy of the season. Visitors can expect colourful wares, floral motifs, warm tones and works that capture the feeling of spring and new beginnings.
We invite all who love such events to visit the upcoming editions and get to know the artists and their products. The Bazaar is also open to those of you looking for a space to showcase your wares and meet an audience that appreciates handmade craftsmanship and cultural diversity.
