Off The Rails Minnesota Market

11/02/2026

A special thanks to Notch 8 Restaurant and Catering for Free Admission to the second day of our holiday market December 12th, 9am-3pm.

Get ready for a unique holiday shopping experience at the December Off the Rails Market, located in the historic Northern Pacific Center. This event showcases a diverse selection of handmade, handcrafted, and unique gifts from talented artisans and small business owners throughout Minnesota. Discove

10/29/2026

🚂 Off the Rails Holiday Market vendor spots are SOLD OUT!

Christmas is only two months away! 🎄 Get a head start on your gift list with early access to 125+ booths featuring unique Minnesota makers. You won’t find a more unique holiday gift-shopping opportunity!

✨ Make it a VIP night! Your $70 ticket includes first access to shop, delicious Notch 8 food stations, unlimited beverages, a hot cocoa bar, a gift upon entry, and live music.

📅 Friday, December 11 | 6–9 p.m.
📍 Northern Pacific Center | Brainerd, MN

VIP tickets are limited—grab yours today!
🎟️ NorthernPacificCenter.com/tickets

Off the Rails Makers Market is a celebration of Minnesota craftsmanship and community. Explore a collection of handcrafted goods, artisinal foods, and unique treasures at Northern Pacific Center in central Minnesota.

Held each December and Spring

10/19/2026

10/11/2026

🎄 Your holiday playlist is ready. Now make plans for your holiday shopping.

Spotify reports festive favorites are already averaging 36.2 MILLION streams a day. And if your TikTok For You page is filling up with garland, holiday décor, and gift ideas… we know the feeling. ✨

Turn that inspiration into a festive night out at Off the Rails Makers Market VIP Shopping!

📅 Friday, December 11, 2026
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 Northern Pacific Center | Brainerd, MN
🎟️ $70 includes:

🛍️ Early access to shop 150+ makers
🍷 Unlimited w**e, b**r, seltzers, and non-alcoholic beverages
🍽️ Food station
☕ Hot cocoa bar
🎶 Live entertainment

Find thoughtful gifts, sip something festive, and enjoy an evening with your favorite shopping crew—all while supporting makers and small businesses.

Tag your shopping partner and save the date. Let’s make it merry! 🚂✨

10/10/2026

🚂 ONLY 15 VENDOR SPOTS LEFT!

Put your business in front of 5,000+ shoppers at Off the Rails Makers Market, hosted at one of the largest venues in the Brainerd Lakes Area.

📍 Northern Pacific Center, Brainerd, MN
📅 December 11–12, 2026

Hear it from our past vendors:

💬 “In fact, it was our highest single day of sales ever!”
— Cuddlebugs Yarnworks

💬 “We sold out of bread, croissants, and cookies”
— Good Neighbors Homestead LLC

💬 “Foot traffic started immediately when the doors opened and remained steady throughout the day.”
— JP Creates LLC

From strong sales to new customers and custom orders, our vendors have plenty of reasons to return.

These remaining spots will sell out. Make your move before they’re gone!

👉 Apply online:
https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/off-the-rails-vendor-application-npc

Tag a maker or small business you’d love to see at the market!



⚠️ Beware of impersonators sending registration invitations and commenting on social posts while posing as our team. Apply through our official website above. Before sending payment, verify any suspicious communication with [email protected]. Do not reply to suspicious senders, click their links, or send payment. Forward suspicious messages or screenshots to our team. If you’re already registered and confirmed directly with us, your registration remains valid—no additional registration or payment is needed in response to these messages.

10/08/2026

🚨 Important Notice for Off The Rails Market Vendors 🚨

An unauthorized sender is contacting businesses with invitations to register for Off The Rails Market. We’ve also learned that people are commenting on social media posts while impersonating our team. These messages and comments are NOT from us.

✅ Already registered and confirmed directly with us? Your registration remains valid. You do not need to register again or make an additional payment in response to these messages or comments.

Before sending payment or making plans to set up at the market, verify your registration by contacting:
📧 [email protected]

If you receive a suspicious invitation or see a comment impersonating us:

• Do not reply, click links, or send payment.
• Forward the invitation, screenshots of comments, and any payment requests or follow-up messages to the email above.

Please share this notice with fellow vendors, especially those who may not see our social media updates.

Thank you for helping us protect our vendor community.
— The Off The Rails Market Team

09/06/2026

Calling all makers, artisans & small businesses! 🎄✨

If you’re spending your fall weekends at craft shows, now is the time to start thinking about your holiday market season!

The 6th Annual December Off the Rails Market returns to the historic Northern Pacific Center December 11–12, 2026, bringing together talented vendors and 5,000+ shoppers for one of Minnesota’s most anticipated holiday shopping events.

🛍️ Why become an Off the Rails vendor?
✨ 5,000+ attendees each year
✨ A carefully curated selection of makers & small businesses
✨ A festive, high-energy holiday shopping atmosphere
✨ Live music, food, drinks & holiday cheer
✨ An event that sells out every year

Whether you create artwork, home décor, gourmet foods, apparel, textiles, kitchenware, gifts, or something completely unique, we want to hear from you!

Only 13 Fridays until the December Off the Rails Market. Don’t wait to secure your spot for one of the biggest shopping weekends of the holiday season.

🎄 December 11–12, 2026
📍 Northern Pacific Center | Brainerd, MN

👉 Vendor spaces are limited. Apply today:
https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/off-the-rails-vendor-application-npc

Join the Off the Rails Market in central Minnesota. Showcase your unique products to thousands of shoppers. Apply now for vendor opportunities and be part of the market magic!

08/18/2026

Calling all makers, artists & small businesses! 🎁

Want to get your products in front of 5,000+ holiday shoppers this December?

Vendor applications are now open for the 2026 Off the Rails Makers Market — one of Central Minnesota’s favorite holiday shopping traditions.

📅 December 11–12, 2026
🚂 Off the Rails Makers Market
🛍️ 5,000+ anticipated attendees
🎁 Handmade goods, gifts, art, décor & more

Bring your products. Meet new customers. Be part of an unforgettable holiday shopping weekend.

Apply to become a vendor today →

Join the Off the Rails Market in central Minnesota. Showcase your unique products to thousands of shoppers. Apply now for vendor opportunities and be part of the market magic!

08/10/2026

Be part of one of Central Minnesota’s most anticipated holiday traditions. With 5,000+ attendees, Off the Rails is the perfect opportunity to showcase your handmade goods, unique crafts, holiday gifts, and one-of-a-kind creations to shoppers ready to support talented makers.

📅 December 11–12, 2026
🚂 Off the Rails Makers Market
🎁 Vendor applications are open now!

Ready to share what you make? Apply today and join us for an unforgettable holiday market! https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/off-the-rails-vendor-application-npc

Join the Off the Rails Market in central Minnesota. Showcase your unique products to thousands of shoppers. Apply now for vendor opportunities and be part of the market magic!

06/18/2026

🎄 SAVE THE DATE! And bookmark the link!

The 6th Annual December Off the Rails Market is coming back to the historic Northern Pacific Center, and vendor applications open July 15!

One of Minnesota's most anticipated holiday shopping events, December Off the Rails Market welcomes more than 5,000 attendees each year to shop a thoughtfully curated collection of handmade, handcrafted, and unique products from talented artisans, makers, and small businesses from across the state.

From original artwork and home décor to gourmet treats, clothing, textiles, kitchenware, gifts, and more, this holiday market has become a must-visit destination, and it sells out every year!

✨ Vendor Applications Open: July 15
✨ 5,000+ Annual Attendees
✨ 6th Annual Holiday Market
✨ Northern Pacific Center
✨ Only 8 Premier End-Cap Booths Available

If you're a maker, artisan, creator, or small business owner looking for an incredible holiday sales opportunity, mark your calendar now and be ready to apply. Spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly!

Enjoy live music, festive food and drinks, holiday cheer, and a vibrant community atmosphere as we celebrate creativity, craftsmanship, and the spirit of the season.
https://www.northernpacificcenter.com/off-the-rails-vendor-application-npc