Lake Central Holiday Craft Fair: A Day of Local Makers in St. John | Weekend Guide
Handmade craft booths with ornaments and knit goods under string lights inside a bright school gymnasium
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Lake Central Holiday Craft Fair: A Day of Local Makers in St. John

The Lake Central Holiday Craft Fair brings local makers to Lake Central High School in St. John on Saturday, Dec 12, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with handmade gifts and holiday decor just in time for the season.

The Lake Central Holiday Craft Fair fills Lake Central High School in St. John with local makers on Saturday, Dec 12, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supporting the students and programs of the Lake Central school community, the fair brings together crafters and vendors selling handmade gifts, decor, and treats just in time for the holidays. For families in Dyer, Schererville, and St John, it is a perfect mid-December shopping stop. Pair it with a drive past the Festival of Lights at Prairie West Park or lunch in downtown St John, and the afternoon turns into a full holiday outing.

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Lake Central Holiday Craft Fair

Saturday, Dec 12, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Lake Central High School, 1525 S Main St, St. John.

Christmas in the Park

The town's Festival of Lights at Prairie West Park glows all season, a short drive from the high school.

Downtown St. John

A favorite spot for families in Dyer, Schererville, and St John; grab lunch downtown before or after the fair.

Joanne Dal Santo

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Joanne Dal Santo

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