2026 Nutcracker Faire

# 2026 Nutcracker Faire When: Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 11:00 AM AKST – Sunday, December 6, 2026 Where: Homer High School, 600 E Fairview Ave, Homer, AK, 99603, United States What: 2026 Nutcracker Faire HCOA is proud to present the 2026 Nutcracker Faire. This annual Faire highlights the skill and creativity of artist and makers of the Kenai Peninsula. Stop by for good Homer eats, live music, and to pick up something special made by hand by someone in our community! Featuring a wide variety of arts, crafts, packaged local foods, clothing, soaps, plants, and more, the Nutcracker Faire is sure to have something for everyone this holiday season. Saturday, December 5th from 11am to 7:30 pm Sunday, December 6th from Noon to 5pm at Homer High School Don’t forget to attend the Nutcracker Ballet put on by Homer Nutcracker Productions. Tickets are on sale now on their website https://www.homernutcrackerproductions.com/tickets HCOA is not involved with the ballet performance. Please refer all questions about the Ballet to Homer Nutcracker Productions.  While the Nutcracker Craft Faire is no longer accepting vendor applications, there are a few other ways to get involved! HOCA is also looking for a number of volunteers to help make this faire a success. Check out all the ways to volunteer with the Volunteer Interest Form. Any and all help is greatly appreciated. Large events like this are only possible with the help and support of our wonderful community.  Nutcracker Volunteer Interest FormMeet the 2026 Nutcracker Faire Vendors (listed alphabetically) : Alaska Beauty Peony “Share the gift of flowers this holiday season.  Visit us for dried peony creations (tea, bath soak, soap, dried flowers) plus note cards and calendars.” Alaska Beauty Peony Alaska Salt Co Locally harvested sea salt from our very own Kachemak Bay offered in a variety of culinary and skincare goods that make great gifts for anyone on your list. Alaska Salt Co. Alaska Salt Co is sharing a booth with Northern Vibes April Skorski Pottery My mission is to bring the warmth of Alaska’s spirit into your home through handmade pottery. I’m all about crafting unique, functional and decorative pieces inspired by our beautiful surroundings—from the rugged coastline to the mountainous landscapes. Each mug, bowl or sculpture is made with love right here in Homer. Join me in celebrating local art, one beautiful handmade piece at a time!April Skorski Pottery April Skorski Pottery is sharing a booth with Tangled Raven Dolce Lucca We are a small batch ice cream & bubble tea business in Homer, Alaska. Primarily operating for events & festivals. Our unique flavors are created right here at the end of the road. The treats we offer begin with inspiration from local farmers and businesses. We pride ourselves in using clean, simple ingredients that bring incredible flavor. Dolce Lucca Instagram Farmgirl Studios Watercolors Made in Alaska Artist Made For Artist Use Made with shells, stones, natural clays, deep pigments, & herbs. Today my watercolors can be found at locations throughout Alaska and are enjoyed by beginners & experienced artists alike. Farmgirl Studio Website Friends of Kachemak Bay State Parks The Friends (a non-profit 501c3 organization since 1999) assist in charitable activities including implementing park improvements and funding volunteer trail crews; enhancing conservation and safety awareness programs; supporting recreational endeavors like the Kachemak Bay Water Trail; and furthering educational opportunities. Homer Fiber Arts Collective The Homer Fiber Arts Collective started in the early 80’s and host the wearable arts show! Our booth will have a collection of fiber art pieces ( mostly wearable) from the core group of our collective! We encourage anyone interested to join our group! We are supported by Bunnell Street Art Center. Homer Whales Homer Whales are unique soft-form whale toys individually hand made by Abigail Kokai in Homer, Alaska. A good friend gave her some denim jeans to repurpose, and she drafted up some patterns in a range of sizes and started making the denim whale toys and HomerWhales was born. Launched in 2015, this year HomerWhales celebrates 10 years of making beloved little whales that so many children and adults continue to cherish. HomerWhales It's Us Candles Hello, my name is Michelle and my husband is Robert and we are It’s Us.  We hand pour our candles in small batches in Homer, Alaska.  Life is just better with candles in it.  Self-care is more important now than ever, light a candle, take a deep breath and relax. It’s Us Candles Kim's Nature Drawings Local species, wilderness and maritime culture are my primary artwork themes. My drawings and paintings convey recognizable subjects, from mushrooms and birds to ships and geography. I offer cards, prints, maps, and nature journaling activity kits to inspire affection and protection of our cherished wild habitats and place-based lifestyles. Kim’s Nature Drawings Krista Etzwiler Pottery As a ceramic artist based in Homer, Alaska, I enjoy bringing nature-inspired works to life. Using organic hand-formed clay, driftwood, glass, and a variety of color combinations, each of my creations are unique and of bright, cheerful character. With each of these decorative pieces, I experiment with a variety of shapes and textures to capture the vibrant beauty of the outdoors. Each piece is a story of exploration, emotion and discovery, conveying its own feelings and experiences to be interpreted by the individual. Krista Etzwiler Pottery Northern Vibes A collection of art that is inspired by great expanses of wilderness and cooler temperatures, where artisans are just as bold and unruly as the climate they thrive and create in. Northern Vibes Northern Vibes is sharing a booth with Alaska Salt Co.  R. Switzer Fine Art Find a variety of stunning paintings, prints, and greeting cards by oil painter Robby Switzer, whose work captures the beauty of living on Kachemak Bay, from the harbor to the mountains. Skinny Owlz My name is Chelsey, my passion is taking something old and making it new again. I make fun winter wear. My vision, to light up the night! Alaska winters lack bright colors, let’s be that light! I hope to help you find an adorable winter skirt sizes infant to 5 XL. Specializing in the use of Cashmere and wool, but also use other mediums too. Hope to see you this holiday season Story Productions Chris Story, author, speaker, and real estate investor, lives in Homer, Alaska with his wife Tiffanie. Host of The Backyard Millionaire podcast, Chris brings his expertise in real estate and storytelling to life in the fictional Jacob Mann series. Chris Story Productions Website Stregas Moon Jewelry Stregas Moon Jewelry is a magical take on silversmithing and precious metal wearable arts. Inspired by nature’s beauty, Carley, the owner and artist, transforms precious gems into thoughtfully crafted works of art—from unique hoops and earrings to bold statement rings and cuffs. Using traditional metalsmithing techniques, precious metal clay, and a touch of alchemy, Carley creates gender-neutral pieces designed to be worn by anyone. Based in Alaska, Stregas Moon Jewelry brings artful, one-of-a-kind adornments to the community and beyond. Instagram: @stregas moon jewelry Shop Stregas Moon Jewelry Torch and Tide Enamel Torch and Tide Enamel creates one-of-a-kind copper enamel earrings inspired by the coastlines, colors, and wild landscapes of Alaska. Each piece is hand-sifted with layers of powdered glass enamel and fired multiple times, resulting in luminous, organic designs that celebrate the beauty of imperfection. Because of this process, no two pairs are ever exactly the same—each one is as unique as the landscape that inspires it. Instagram Udder Delights Udder Delights offers handcrafted, small batch premium ice cream made right here in Homer.  My unique, delectable flavors are made from whole ingredients such as fresh mint & basil, ginger, bourbon, and rhubarb just to name a few.  To keep you on your toes, I’ll have 18 + flavors to select from at this year’s Nutcracker Faire, including 3 non-dairy options. Available in 8 oz. pre-packed cups with lids, enjoy now or take home to enjoy with family and friends! Udder Delights Willow and Dish Willow Q. Jones and David Kaufmann make wooden utensils, pottery, and artisanal brooms, all using traditional handmade methods in their Fritz Creek studios. Willow and Dish Other Vendors: AK FURS AK Leather co Alaska botanical herb tea comp Alaskan Homestead Education INC Alaskan Made Makeup All Alaska Custom Bridge Creek Birch Syrup Brown Bear Products City Bear Bread Cook Inletkeeper David Hartman Signs Dot Designs Dry Creek Studio Ezer Design/Early Girl Earrings Fika Coffee Roasters LLC Fit for a King Frosted Beadworks Studio Ge Mischt Fiber Gold Rush Honey HHS Mariner Booster Club, Inc & HHS Hiding Birch Farm Homer Independent Baptist Church J. Chamberlain Pottery Jeff Szarzi Pottery Justscraps Wood & Fiber Kachemak Bay Recreation Service Area Knoflik Llauma’s Confections Michelle High Morning Wind Pottery Oceana Wills Art Paul Dungan Pottery Rare Bird Pottery Raven Fed Designs / Kindred Spirits Weaving Studio Riley Ridge Farm S.M.crochet Sea Lion Gallery Shamans Cave Simply Fresh Salsa sit.breathe.weave. Snow Goose Jewelry Stitches by Tabitha The Church of The Holy Transfiguration The Homer Sign Company The Tickled Pear Thrifty Threads Quilting Transformation Ceramics Twin Fish Gardens Valisa Higman, artist WILD by Nature Studio Wild Wellness Farm Wilderness wonders