SAMHAIN — A FESTIVAL OF MAKING

31 October & 1 November 2026

The Haberdashery · Glasgow

11am–4pm · Free entry

A two-day celebration of independent makers, creativity and craft as autumn gives way to winter.

Across the weekend, discover a changing line-up of makers, creative workshops and activities — with a different programme each day.

A FESTIVAL OF MAKING

Samhain marks a moment of transition the shift from autumn into winter.

Across two days, The Makkist brings together independent makers, hands-on workshops and creative experiences in a celebration of making, materials and the people behind them.

This is not the same programme repeated twice. Saturday and Sunday each have their own mix of makers, workshops and activities, giving you a reason to explore one day or come back for both.

THE WEEKEND PROGRAMME

There’s something different to discover each day. Browse the programme below and plan your visit or join us for the whole weekend.

  • SATURDAY 31 OCTOBER


    11am–4pm

    / Curated makers market

    / Gathered Autumn Bouquet Arranging Workshop with Blosme & Blume

    / Creative Materials Swap Shop with Circular Arts Network

    / more throughout the day

  • SUNDAY 1 NOVEMBER


    11am–4pm

    / A new line-up of independent makers

    / Japanese Stab Binding Workshop with Concrete Nature

    / Moon + Stars Wreath Making Workshop with Paper Street Dolls

    / Sip & Sew community session

    / more throughout the day

Market entry and community activities are free. Workshops are separately ticketed and spaces are limited.

SAMHAIN WORKSHOPS

  • Gathered - Autumn Bouquet Arranging Workshop

    with Blosme & Blume


    Saturday 31 Oct · 11am–1pm


    £60.29 per person

    Create your own seasonal hand-tied bouquet using a beautiful selection of autumn flowers and foliage, guided by Blosme & Blume.

    Suitable for beginners · All materials included

    BOOK YOUR PLACE 

  • Japanese Stab Binding Workshop

    with Concrete Nature

    Sunday 1 Nov · 11am–12.30pm


    £35 per person

    Learn the traditional technique of Japanese stab binding and create your own hand-bound book using seasonal recycled papers and linen thread.


    Suitable for beginners · All materials included

    BOOK YOUR PLACE 

  • Moon + Stars Wreath Making Workshop

    Paper Street Dolls
    Sunday 1 Nov · 12 - 4pm


    £25 + booking fee

    Create your own seasonal Moon & Stars wreath in a relaxed afternoon workshop inspired by autumn, celestial details and the changing seasons


    Suitable for beginners · All materials included


    BOOK YOUR PLACE 


PLAN YOUR VISIT

Saturday 31 October & Sunday 1 November 2026 · 11am–4pm

The Haberdashery - 545 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow G3 7PQ

Free entry

Come for the market or make a day of it. Alongside a changing line-up of independent makers, there’ll be creative workshops and activities to discover across the weekend.

Food + drink — The Haberdashery’s café and licensed bar will be open throughout the event, with food, coffee and a specially created Samhain drinks menu available.

Dog friendly — Four-legged visitors are welcome too.

Creative workshops — Workshops take place throughout the weekend and are separately ticketed. Spaces are limited, so advance booking is recommended.

Different programme each day — Makers, workshops and activities change across the weekend, so check the Saturday and Sunday programme above when planning your visit.