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Competition & Product Merchandising
Maximize your One Of A Kind experience – and even boost your earnings! Explore the opportunities below to increase your exposure and return on investment at the show.
One Of A Kind Theme Competition
Step into the festive spirit of the season with our annual exhibitor competition!
We know the show comes with plenty of logistical prep, but we also want to give you the chance to show off your creativity. Each year, exhibitors are invited to create a one-of-a-kind piece in their medium that reflects the show’s annual competition theme.
All entries will be showcased in a dedicated display area, giving your work valuable exposure beyond your booth. A panel of judges will select three winners, and visitors will choose a fourth for the People’s Choice Award.
Prizes:
🥇 1st Place – $500
🥈 2nd Place – $300
🥉 3rd Place – $200
🗳️ People’s Choice – $200
Key Details:
Available to Main Section, Pop-Up (First/Second Half), Flavours, Original Art Gallery, Christmas Market, and Rising Stars exhibitors
Register your entry by October 16, 2026
Drop off your piece during designated move-in times
Browse our Theme Competition Pinterest Board for past inspiration
2026 Christmas Show Theme: Nutcracker
This year, we're celebrating the timeless charm of the nutcracker - a beloved holiday icon that evokes tradition, imagination, and seasonal magic.
Whether classic or contemporary, we can’t wait to see how you bring the timeless charm of the nutcracker to life. how you bring this sweet holiday icon to life. Register by October 16 to be part of the featured display and for your chance to win!
Retailers That Carry Your Work
Community Day at the One Of A Kind Show is back! We’d love to invite the retailers who stock your creations to attend this special day. Please provide the contact information for any stores that carry your work so we can send them a personal invitation.
Having your retail partners at the show is a great opportunity for increased exposure, networking, and strengthening relationships with the stores that support your brand. The more retailers we invite, the more visibility and recognition your work can receive.
Submission Deadline: November 9, 2026