A holiday gift fair. Shop local artisans, makers & small business.

November 12-14, 2026

$8 tickets presale
$10 tickets at the door

SUGARPLUM FESTIVAL:

An Annual Holiday Gift Fair

Everyone looks forward to the second weekend in November for the annual Sugarplum Festival at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art! For over 40 years, visitors kick off the holiday season at this St. Joseph tradition. Including unique gifts, artisan-made crafts, vintage goods, 30+ small businesses, local entrepreneurs and crafters, live music and performances, delicious cafe lunch and much more!

Lunch catered by Gina's Cafe and Catering

Sugarplum Preview Party

Kick off the Sugarplum Festival with a festive evening at the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art! Get into the holiday spirit with an exclusive preview of the festival, featuring holiday shopping, seasonal entertainment, and special guests.

This year, Pursuit Spirits will be joining us for a special tasting of their award-winning spirits! Guests can also enjoy festive holiday music performed by the Community Chorus and a special visit from Edwardian Father and Mother Christmas, portrayed by Edd and Cathi Green, who will be joining the festivities around 6:00pm.

Be among the first to experience the magic of Sugarplum, shop from our wonderful vendors, and celebrate the start of the holiday season with us!

SCHEDULE

Thursday - November 12
Preview Party

5:30 – 8:00 pm
Special tickets required
Deck the Halls Auction opens at 5:30 pm

Friday - November 13

10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Lunch served 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Half-priced admission 2:00 – 4:00 pm

Saturday - November 14

10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Lunch served 11:00 am – 1:30 pm
Deck the Halls auction closes at 3:30 pm

TICKET OPTIONS

Preview Party - $40

1 Preview Night Admission

1 General Admission

Sugarplum Friend - $60

Preview Night Admission

1 General Admission

1 VIP Parking Pass

Sugarplum Patron - $100

2 Preview Night Admissions

2 General Admissions

1 VIP Parking Pass

BECOME A SPONSOR

Together, with the tireless support of volunteers, donors, and sponsors like you, we can continue to provide:

  • Inspiration to over 15,000 visitors per year

  • Educational activities for over 1300 students

  • An appreciation of the arts and a forum for community dialogue

PARKING

PAID MUSEUM PARKING

Limited parking is available in the museum parking lot*

$5.00 per entry

Cash only

FREE PARKING

Free Off Street Parking

Noyes and Clay Street

Complimentary shuttle available

*Handicapped parking always available free of charge with appropriate documentation (tag or placard). Please contact the museum with questions (816) 233-7003.