One Of A Kind

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November 23- December 3
Enercare Centre, Exhibition PlaceToronto
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What is One Of A Kind?

One Of A Kind is a platform for sales, exposure, business development and community-building for makers of all kinds. With our year-round digital platforms, and anchored by our two flagship events, we help creative small businesses chart their own path to success! One Of A Kind allows artists and makers to represent themselves and showcase their work to a loyal audience who appreciates the importance of supporting local and shopping small.

We put on two in-person events each year at the Enercare Centre in Toronto:

  • The Winter Event takes place over 11 days each November – December. (Core Theme: holiday gift giving including an exclusive Original Art Gallery section)
  • The Spring Show sees artisans gather for 5 days early each March - April. (Core Themes: self growth and self care)

Now accepting 2023 Winter Show applications

The 2023 Winter Show applications are LIVE. If you are wondering whether you should apply, think no more. One Of A Kind offers a perfect platform to showcase your creations to a large community of shoppers who appreciate beautifully made objects by Canadian artisans.

Why should you apply to One Of A Kind?

For more than 40 years, One Of A Kind has been THE platform for Canadian artisans to build their business. As trends in technology and commerce change the face of craft, we remain the best place for makers and creative small businesses to build their brand!

The Biggest Game In Town

We are the largest consumer craft show in North America, with a loyal fan base of qualified shoppers.

We've Got History

Over our four decades, we’ve shaped the legacy of Canadian craft, fostering generations of conscious consumers and helping artisans graduate from fledgling to big time.

So Much More Than Sales

Build your creative community, connect with buyers and small business experts, gain valuable market research, get access to special offers and opportunities and more!

The Fun Never Ends

We are a multi-channel platform (and support system) that connects you with loyal customers, marketing opportunities and PR exposure year-round.

Who is the One Of A Kind Customer?

Our customers appreciate handmade, shopping local and meeting makers, like you!

87%

Identified As Female

$150,000

Average Household Income

$240

Average Spent At Show

56%

Between 26-55 Years Of Age

36%

From Outside of GTA

96%

Of Visitors Make At Least One Purchase

87%

Are Regular Attendees

80%

Very Satisfied With the Quality & Diversity of One Of A Kind

88%

Consider Themselves As Huge Fans of One Of A Kind

100K

Followers on Instagram & Facebook

117K

Email Subscribers

+42

NPS which puts OOAK at the top 2% of Explori's all-time B2C event benchmark"

2023 One Of A Kind Winter Show

We Hope to See You There
November 23 - December 3, 2023


One Of A Kind is a platform for sales, exposure, business development and community-building for makers of all kinds. With our year-round digital platforms, and anchored by our two flagship events, we help creative small businesses chart their own path to success!

Below, we've outlined the basics to help you craft your One Of A Kind business plan for the Winter Show--including application guidelines, exhibitor resources and pricing guidelines. It is up to you what you make of the OOAK experience, so we encourage you to read through each tab below. After that, if you have any questions, we'd be happy to help!


Application Deadline: April 24, 2023

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WINTER SHOW DATES +INFO

2023 One Of A Kind WINTER SHOW

NOVEMBER 23 to DECEMBER 3, 2023

ENERCARE CENTRE, EXHIBITION PLACE


5 Day Section: November 23 - November 27, 2023
6 Day Section: November 28 - December 3, 2023


HOURS

WEEKDAYS + SATURDAYS: 10AM-9PM
WEEKENDS: 10AM-6PM
LATE NIGHT: Thursday, November 30: 10AM - 11PM


WHAT YOU'LL GET

  • A booth space to show and sell your work.
  • Exhibitor badges for you and your staff.
  • Complimentary tickets, discount codes and incentives to encourage your fans and followers to shop the show.
  • A dedicated digital profile on the One Of A Kind website, with links to your website and social channels.
  • Pre-show resources including an exhibitor Facebook Group, newsletters, a digital Exhibitor Kit and more.
  • Exposure to our loyal, qualified shoppers and craft enthusiasts, plus opportunities for market research and customer insights.
  • PR opportunities, when applicable, prior to and during the event
  • Year-round media opportunities (featured emails, social posts, online/offline contests) to build and nurture your marketing funnels
  • Show your work among top-quality makers who share your belief in creativity and small-batch production
  • Expand your community—learn from show mentors and small business pros, connect with fellow makers to swap tips and create opportunities for collaborations, and so much more!


WHAT TO EXPECT THIS YEAR

As we continue to navigate and scale the return of our events, we always aim to maintain the signature One Of A Kind experience. We are always adding to our programming throughout the year. We are excited to announce the return of our Theme Competition and Main Stage at this year's Winter Show!

Nancy Martini

Nancy Martini Art

I'm Nancy Martini and I'm a fine artist. My work is bright, and colourful and full of texture. And none of that shows well online no matter how good the photo is. The One of a Kind Show was the venue that got my art in to people's homes. I did a happy dance (literally) every time someone decided they wanted to purchase. My neighboring booth exhibitors all created a little family with me, and we still connect with one another now. I can see myself exhibiting for the next 20 years at OOAK.