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Alternative Holiday Sale

Alternative Holiday Sale 2024

Join us at the Peace Education Center’s Alternative Holiday Sale! This event offers the Greater Lansing community a chance to connect, shop, and support local businesses, nonprofit organizations, and fair-trade cooperatives. Held at Edgewood United Church, the sale provides a fun way to find unique, high-quality items offered by local vendors and specialty goods made by local artists- perfect for your holiday gift needs!

We are excited to bring back food and music this year! Meals and snacks will be available for purchase, and we’ve partnered with Ten Pound Fiddle to feature a live concert by one of our favorite musicians, Reggie Harris!

AHS DETAILS

Location

Edgewood United Church
469 Hagadorn Rd, East Lansing

Dates & Times

Friday, November 15, 5 pm - 9 pm
Saturday, November 16, 10 am - 4 pm

AHS
Reggie Harris
ten pound fiddle
Friday Night Ten Pound Fiddle Concert

Reggie Harris!

Singer-songwriter, storyteller and a world-renowned song-leader Reggie Harris is a passionate, engaging inspirational entertainer, recognized for bringing new energy to the role of music in the discourse for inclusion and the struggle for human rights.

Friday, Nov 15 at 7:30pm

VENDOR INFORMATION:

Are you a mid-Michigan artist, craftsperson, or seller of high-quality goods? The Alternative Holiday sale is the perfect opportunity for you! For over 50 years, the Alternative Holiday Sale (AHS) has been a go-to event for holiday shoppers seeking unique, meaningful gifts. By participating, you’ll gain exposure to a dedicated community that values local craftsmanship, fair-trade goods, and ethical shopping. This is more than a sale; it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and conscious consumerism.

Vendor Advantages

  • High Foot Traffic: Attract customers from across the Greater Lansing area eager to support local businesses and discover unique items.
  • Engaged Audience: Connect with shoppers who prioritize quality, creativity, and ethical production.
  • Enhanced Experience: Enjoy live music from Reggie Harris, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Plus, with meals and snacks available for purchase, attendees tend to linger longer, giving your products more visibility.

Vendor Space Cost:

$50 for one 6ft table

$45 each for two or more 6ft tables

How to Reserve a Vendor Space(s):

There are two ways to secure your spot(s) at the 2024 Alternative Holiday Sale:

Online

Complete this Online Vendor Form
Make a Secure Online Payment

*note, new vendors must be approved

Mail

Please fill out this vendor form and send payment to the Peace Education Center at:

Peace Education Center
1120 S. Harrison Road
East Lansing, MI 48823

We look forward to continuing this tradition and working with you on another great event!
Please contact us at peaceedcenter@gmail.com if you have any questions.