Looking for some different and unique gifts for the upcoming holiday season? Or, maybe you just need a brief getaway to recharge the batteries. If that’s the case, you’ll want to explore the unique shops of nearby London, Ontario. And as a bonus, you can also make plans to attend London’s original craft show — the 34th annual London Arts & Crafts Fall Show & Sale, taking place the weekend of Oct. 19-21.
The show never fails to deliver unique arts and craft items, featuring everything from clothing, jewelry and art to candles, pottery, woodworking, home decor items and much more!
Hours at the 34th annual London Arts & Crafts Fall Show & Sale are 1 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 19; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 20; and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 21. The event will take place in the Canada Building on the Western Fairgrounds, and admission is just $6. For more information, please call (519) 679-1810, email optholdings@bellnet.ca or visit www.londoncraftshows.com.
If you like what you see, be sure to return for the 2012 Christmas Craft Festival taking place Dec. 6-9 in the Progress Building on the Western Fairgrounds!
And, no shopping trip to London would be complete without a visit to Richmond Row, London’s most interesting and innovative shopping district with more than 200 businesses catering to your every need. Whether you’re looking for things to buy, something to do, outstanding accommodations or a great place to eat, you’re sure to find it along Richmond Row!
For helpful information on planning a quick getaway to London, please visit www.londontourism.ca.
