Corrales 37th Annual Winter Craft Show Returns to Old San Ysidro

The Corrales Historical Society and the Corrales Society of Artists announced on November 12 that the community will host its 37th Annual Juried Winter Craft Show at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church from December 5 through 7, 2025. The three day event will feature more than 35 juried New Mexico artists offering fine crafts suitable for holiday shopping, alongside traditional Southwest food vendors including Sun & Fire. Organizers said proceeds will support historic preservation efforts linked to the church and related local heritage projects.

As a longstanding community tradition, the winter craft show has become a seasonal anchor in Corrales that attracts residents and visitors seeking handcrafted art and regional foodways. The event’s juried format underscores an emphasis on quality and artistic standards, creating a marketplace where local makers can present finished work to shoppers during a key retail period. For consumers, the show offers an opportunity to purchase locally made gifts while directing spending toward artists who live and work in New Mexico.

The venue itself factors into the event’s local significance. The Historic Old San Ysidro Church has served as a cultural and historic landmark in Corrales, and hosting the craft show on its grounds links holiday commerce with efforts to preserve community heritage. Proceeds earmarked for historic preservation create a direct flow of funds from consumer activity to maintaining public assets, a model that blends cultural programming with stewardship of local institutions.

Economic and civic impacts are tangible even in modest terms. The concentration of artists and vendors over three days can boost foot traffic for nearby businesses, enhance visibility for nonprofit organizations, and provide seasonal income for participating artisans. For cultural institutions, the show functions as both fundraiser and outreach, reinforcing the connection between preservation work and everyday community engagement.

Looking ahead to the December dates, the craft show presents a practical way for residents to support local makers and preservation efforts at once. Attendance can serve personal needs for holiday purchases while contributing to the financial health of a historic site. For planners and local officials, the event is a reminder of the value of sustained partnerships between arts organizations and preservation groups in maintaining Corrales as a place where history and contemporary creativity intersect.

Information about vendor listings and event logistics will be available through the Corrales Historical Society and the Corrales Society of Artists as the December dates approach. The show’s combination of juried art, regional food, and preservation funding ensures it will remain a notable component of the town’s holiday calendar.