Indie Arts & Crafts Fest features beer and 20+ vendors in Midtown

You can sip craft beer from Motor City Brewing Works while you shop from more than 20 vendors

By Steve Neavling

Nov 22, 2023 at 6:00 am

Image: A scene from the 2021 Indie Arts & Crafts Fest.

A scene from the 2021 Indie Arts & Crafts Fest. Instagram, @crafts.n.beer

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Arts, crafts, and beer — need we say more? Motor City Brewing Works is hosting its third Indie Arts & Crafts Fest on Saturday in Detroit’s Midtown. The indoor holiday craft show will feature an eclectic mix of more than 20 vendors, along with Motor City Brewing Works craft beer, at the brewery’s warehouse at 441 W. Canfield. Grab some Motor City Brewing Works pizza and beer while you support local and independent businesses that are selling handmade products that include jewelry, clothing, art, home decor, candles, pet supplies, and sweets. The event celebrates creativity, community, and the entrepreneurial spirit.

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25 Detroit gifts for under $25

Michigan Air Fresheners 460 W. Canfield St., Detroit; 313-831-9146; citybirddetroit.com City Bird stocks many cute Detroit-themed gifts, but we’re digging these Michigan-themed air fresheners, available for $5 each, and include scents like fresh water, red pop, ginger ale, and pine. Nothing triggers memories like smell, so these are great for the expat in your life who misses home. —Lee DeVito

Bell's Hopslam bellsbeer.com Last year, Michigan brewery Bell’s moved the date of its popular (and very dank) seasonal Hopslam Double IPA from winter to late fall. Why? “In short, we have been listening to our fans and dry January is a hard time of the year to drink Hopslam,” the brewery said. “This change will allow our fan base to enjoy the beer with a little less guilt and a little more celebration.” Hallelujah. You can pick up a six-pack for around $17. —Lee DeVito

Carhartt beanie 5800 Cass Ave., Detroit; 313-831-1274; carhartt.com A Detroit fashion staple worn by everyone from construction workers to DJs, that will keep you warm and also looks cool. Carhartt’s classic knit cuffed beanie is available in some 25 colors, for $19.99 each. —Lee DeVito

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Steve Neavling

Steve Neavling is an award-winning investigative journalist who operated Motor City Muckraker, an online news site devoted to exposing abuses of power and holding public officials accountable. Neavling also hosted Muckraker Report on 910AM from September 2017 to July 2018. Before launching Motor City Muckraker,...