Hop on the bus: Makers in Bloom tickets are now open

Makers in Bloom: The Bus Tour

Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 10:30 AM - 4:30 P

Over the past few years, Handmade Arcade has grown a lot — we’ve hired two full-time staff members, expanded our markets, launched a third annual market, and created more programs and educational opportunities for makers. None of that happens without the support of our community, which is why we created a fundraiser that feels just as creative and joyful as the makers we support

And, of course, we did it the Handmade Arcade way

Instead of a stuffy, over-priced chicken dinner, we rented a 56-seat deluxe motorcoach for a one-of-a-kind, city-wide maker adventure

Here’s what’s in store

• Five curated shop visits across the city

• Behind-the-scenes studio demos and tours

• Exclusive in-store discounts

• A gift bag with maker goodies

• Lunch along the route (yes, we'll feed you!)

• A Bloom Pass to track your stops

• An exclusive Handmade Arcade collectible pin when you complete the rout

It’s creative, community-driven, and rooted in the makers who make Pittsburgh truly special — basically, everything you'd expect of a Handmade Arcade fundraiser.

Seats are first-come, first-served, and with 49 seats left after the member presale, we expect them to disappear fast. Don’t miss your chance to hop on board

Check out the route + reserve your seat — I’d love to see you on the bus

If May 9 doesn’t work for you, we’ve got another way to join the fun. Grab a $10 Bloom Pass — a flexible, self-guided version of the tour. Visit the same maker stops (plus a few extras!) at your own pace, enjoy in-store discounts, and collect a Handmade Arcade pin when you complete the route. Details coming soon!

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