Hello and Welcome
Dear friends of Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween,
You are welcome here. Please stay and fall in love with the most celebrated makers in the genre of fine Halloween artistry. As with many a magical story, the story of Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween is one steeped in friendship, deep tradition and the love of Halloween. Each year, three dozen of the most bewitching Halloween makers in the country, travel to historic Marshall, Michigan to cast a spell of enchantment.
Of Note:
Our Next show is September 30th, 2023 in Marshall, Michigan at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds.
Artists have already been selected for the 2023 show. We take joy in offering magical works that come from an artist's soul. We are an A. I. free show.
The artists of Bewitching Peddlers prove that a magical wand can be a paintbrush, casting a spell of enchantment. Each artist is a vessel for a story. A story that is captured inside and seeks to find its way out into the world. If only for a short time, the artwork is shared, the excitement soaked in, and the stories feed the Halloween soul.
See us at Eastend Studio & Gallery for an Artists Meet and Greet on Friday, September 29th from 6-7:30pm. Free and open to the public. Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween has an exhibition of work at Eastend until November 1st.
Dear friends of Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween,
You are welcome here. Please stay and fall in love with the most celebrated makers in the genre of fine Halloween artistry. As with many a magical story, the story of Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween is one steeped in friendship, deep tradition and the love of Halloween. Each year, three dozen of the most bewitching Halloween makers in the country, travel to historic Marshall, Michigan to cast a spell of enchantment.
Of Note:
Our Next show is September 30th, 2023 in Marshall, Michigan at the Calhoun County Fairgrounds.
Artists have already been selected for the 2023 show. We take joy in offering magical works that come from an artist's soul. We are an A. I. free show.
The artists of Bewitching Peddlers prove that a magical wand can be a paintbrush, casting a spell of enchantment. Each artist is a vessel for a story. A story that is captured inside and seeks to find its way out into the world. If only for a short time, the artwork is shared, the excitement soaked in, and the stories feed the Halloween soul.
See us at Eastend Studio & Gallery for an Artists Meet and Greet on Friday, September 29th from 6-7:30pm. Free and open to the public. Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween has an exhibition of work at Eastend until November 1st.
General Show Information
Our show is held at Calhoun County Fairgrounds in Marshall, Michigan. The date for our event is September 30th, 2023.
The early buy event will take place from 8am-10am. Admission for the Early Buy Event is $20.00 at the door. General Admission begins at 10am. General Admission is $5.00 at the door. Cash only for admission.
Early Buy Event:
The Early Buy Event is an opportunity for early shopping. Guests will receive a Bewitching Peddlers shopping tote, and our coveted Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween mug, while supplies last.
This year's event will run the exact same as it has in years prior.
In the early days, collectors would wait for days, in their cars, to be first in line at the show. As years passed, the procedures have evolved. Now, we have a dedicated staff that sets up on the grounds and hands out numbers. These are not tickets to the show, just numbers, that will direct the order of line up on Saturday morning. Instead of waiting in your car, to be in the front of the line, you get a number and are then able to enjoy the town. Numbers will be handed out on two occasions:
2023
BEWITCHING PEDDLERS OF HALLOWEEN RULES FOR EARLY ARRIVALS
Prior to Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween opening on Saturday, September 30, 2023, please follow the instructions below if you would like to receive a numbered tag for line entry.
This process is ONLY for those who arrive DAYS in advance as a convenience, so you don't have to wait in your car. You are still able to purchase tickets to the Early Buy Event the morning of the show. We have NEVER sold out. Tickets for the Early Buy Event are $20.00
General Admission is from 10am-3pm. Tickets are $5.00 (commemorative paper tickets are available while supplies last)
An ATM is on the grounds for your convenience.
Children 12 and under are free, accompanied by an adult.
* The show building is handicap/stroller accessible. Please note, it can get crowded, please be patient.
* This is an in-person show. The collections created for Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween are available in person only. No early sales.
Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween
September 30th, 2023
Calhoun County Fairgrounds
720 Fair St. Marshall, MI 49068
Our show is held at Calhoun County Fairgrounds in Marshall, Michigan. The date for our event is September 30th, 2023.
The early buy event will take place from 8am-10am. Admission for the Early Buy Event is $20.00 at the door. General Admission begins at 10am. General Admission is $5.00 at the door. Cash only for admission.
Early Buy Event:
The Early Buy Event is an opportunity for early shopping. Guests will receive a Bewitching Peddlers shopping tote, and our coveted Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween mug, while supplies last.
This year's event will run the exact same as it has in years prior.
In the early days, collectors would wait for days, in their cars, to be first in line at the show. As years passed, the procedures have evolved. Now, we have a dedicated staff that sets up on the grounds and hands out numbers. These are not tickets to the show, just numbers, that will direct the order of line up on Saturday morning. Instead of waiting in your car, to be in the front of the line, you get a number and are then able to enjoy the town. Numbers will be handed out on two occasions:
2023
BEWITCHING PEDDLERS OF HALLOWEEN RULES FOR EARLY ARRIVALS
Prior to Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween opening on Saturday, September 30, 2023, please follow the instructions below if you would like to receive a numbered tag for line entry.
- There will be two lines for entry into the Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween show. One line for people with early arrival numbers and another line for those people arriving on Saturday morning who do not have early arrival numbers.
- Numbered tags will be available for early arrivals during the following hours:
- Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Friday, September 29, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- You MUST BE PRESENT and show proof of photo ID to receive a numbered tag (THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS). These numbered tags are non-transferable.
- Once you have your numbered tag, you are not required to stay on the premises. You are free to sightsee, shop, and explore downtown Marshall, etc.
- Remember, these numbered tags are only for show entry numbered order. You must still purchase an admission ticket prior to entry (day of the show). Entry show tickets will be available approximately one hour prior to the show opening at 8:00 a.m. on September 30, 2023.
- The Marshall Fairground gates will open at 6:00 am on September 30, 2023. When the gates open, please proceed (with your vehicle) in an orderly manner, to the parking area as directed by the support staff. Please be respectful of others and do not double park or block other patrons from exiting. There will be reserved spaces for handicapped parking. You will have plenty of time to park, purchase entry show tickets, and line up in number order prior to the show opening. Remember……it’s dark at 6:00 a.m. Be careful and considerate of others, please.
- The doors to the show open at 8:00 a.m. for early buy.
- Restrooms will be available on-site the day of the show.
- No one is required to have a numbered tag to gain entry. However, please be aware those with numbered tags will have priority in entering the show.
- If you have any questions or assistance needed, the support staff is available to assist.
This process is ONLY for those who arrive DAYS in advance as a convenience, so you don't have to wait in your car. You are still able to purchase tickets to the Early Buy Event the morning of the show. We have NEVER sold out. Tickets for the Early Buy Event are $20.00
General Admission is from 10am-3pm. Tickets are $5.00 (commemorative paper tickets are available while supplies last)
An ATM is on the grounds for your convenience.
Children 12 and under are free, accompanied by an adult.
* The show building is handicap/stroller accessible. Please note, it can get crowded, please be patient.
* This is an in-person show. The collections created for Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween are available in person only. No early sales.
Bewitching Peddlers of Halloween
September 30th, 2023
Calhoun County Fairgrounds
720 Fair St. Marshall, MI 49068
Sheila Bentley creates each piece using a slow process, honoring her background in fine art and sculpture design while savoring the creative journey. She is known for her witches, who are affectionally referred to as hags. Sheila coaxes each face through the clay as if holding on to their tiny hands and pulling them into existence. They emerge on her worktable completely one of a kind and never mass produced. For many years Sheila, has bewitched collectors of Ghoultide Gathering as an original participating artist. Sometimes she creates a horde of lovely zombies, while other times she enchants us with witches and their kindred. We are so pleased Sheila will join us once again.