Use the Handy List Below to See Where
All the Best Church Bazaars and Craft Fairs
are Being Held Throughout the Diocese.
Friday–Saturday, November 7–8
St. Luke Christmas Bazaar
St. Luke Church, Ellington
Friday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Crafts, country store, attic treasures, raffles, free photos with Santa, children’s activities, baked goods, vendors, food. Info: 860-875-8552 (M–Th, 9 AM–1 PM).
Saturday, November 8
Our Lady Queen of Peace Christmas Fair
St. Mary Church Hall, Coventry • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craft vendors, bake sale & raffle. Kitchen open for lunch.
Saturday, November 8
Yuletide Festival
St. Mary Church Hall, Putnam • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Large raffle, basket raffles, vendors, crafts, bake sale. Breakfast rolls, soup, sandwiches, and coffee served all day.
Saturday, November 8
Christmas Bazaar
St. Patrick’s Parish Center, East Hampton • 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Christmas gifts & treasures, beautiful basket raffles, large jewelry display, bake sale.
Saturday, November 15
The Festival of Angels Fair
St. Francis of Assisi Church, Middletown • 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Local artisans, farmer’s market, Grandma’s Attic, jewelry boutique, baked goods, raffles, free parking, handicap accessible. Lunch available.
Saturday, November 15
Holly Jolly Christmas Craft Fair
126 Prospect St., Moosup • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Craft vendors and delicious baked goods.
Saturday, November 15
Christmas Bazaar
St. Mary Church, Stonington • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Holiday items, bake sale, jewelry, basket raffle.
Friday–Saturday, November 21–22
Frosty Village Christmas Bazaar
St. Matthew Church Hall, Tolland
Friday: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM • Saturday: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Hand-crafted items, baked goods, knit/crochet apparel, doll clothes, pet gifts, jewelry, attic treasures, raffles, photos with Santa. Sandwiches, homemade soup, and apple pies.
Saturday, November 22
Our Lady of Fatima Rosary Guild Bazaar
St. John the Apostle Church, Plainfield • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Boutique Noël, bake sale, baskets & more.
Saturday, November 22
St. John Angels & Elves Christmas Fair
St. John School, Old Saybrook • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Crafters, specialty foods, jewelry, hostess & holiday gifts, penny cup raffle, silent auction, Nearly New Shoppe. Lunch available.
Saturday, November 22
Annual Snowflake Fair
Sacred Heart Church, Norwich • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Basket raffle/gift cards, white elephant, handmade items, baked goods, 50/50 raffle, coffee and lunch. Bring a friend!
Saturday, November 22
St. Peter Church Christmas Fair
St. Peter Church, Higganum • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Cash raffle, over 30 themed basket raffles, baked goods, attic finds, holiday items. Lunch 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.
Saturday, November 22
Columbiettes Christmas Bazaar
St. Mary Church Hall, Jewett City • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Variety of vendors for all your shopping needs.
Saturday, November 22
Sleigh Bells Ring — Christmas Fair
St. Maurice Church, Bolton • 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Country store with homemade treats, stocking stuffers, fresh evergreen baskets, Take-A-Chance booth, homemade apple pies, many crafters, hot lunch. Handicap accessible.
Sunday, November 30
Wreath Making Event
Our Lady of Lourdes, Hampton • 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
All materials supplied to create your own unique wreath. Not feeling creative? Order one already made. Contact Gloria Burell at (860) 445-9350.
Saturday, December 6
Holly Berry Christmas Craft Fair
St. Philip Parish Center, Ashford • 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Featuring 40 vendors with hand-crafted items, pet gifts, baked goods, raffles, and Santa. Breakfast and lunch available (sandwiches, soup, pierogies).
Saturday–Sunday, December 6–7
Holiday Bake Sale
Christ the King, 1 McCurdy Rd, Old Lyme, CT
After all Masses (Sat Vigil 4:30 PM; Sun morning Masses through 11:30 AM)
Christmas cookie sale following all Masses the weekend of December 6–7. Please join us to purchase and enjoy delicious treats prepared by our many elves.
Saturday, December 13
Cookie Sale and Basket Raffle
Our Lady of La Salette, Brooklyn • 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Join us for our annual sale and raffle. This event sells out quickly, so please arrive early.
Saturday, December 13
Christmas Cookie Sale
St. Mark Church Hall, Westbrook • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Platters of delicious homemade cookies for sale. Proceeds support our Walk With Haiti Ministry.
Sunday, December 14
“Who Would Send A Baby?” Christmas Concert
St. Andrew Church, Colchester • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
An afternoon of uplifting readings and music that celebrates the wonder and joy of the Christmas story.
Saturday–Sunday, December 20–21
Cookie Tray Sale
Sacred Heart Church, Norwich • After each Mass
Homemade cookie trays — perfect holiday gifts.
Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 21 · 7:30 PM
Cathedral of Saint Patrick, Norwich
Sacred music by Saint-Saëns and Bach, performed by the Diocesan Choir, Schola, and Bells of Saint Patrick.