December arrives with a beautifully eerie energy, and this month is filled with events that celebrate both the mystical and the festive. If you enjoy handmade occult goods, ritual candles, tasseomancy, or holiday markets that embrace mystery, you will find something enchanting on this list. Below is a guide to all the events where Leafless Ashes will be appearing, along with tips to help you plan your visit.

Why You Should Attend These Events

These gatherings are ideal for anyone who wants meaningful ritual items, unique spiritual gifts, or experiences that blend the sacred with seasonal excitement. You can expect handcrafted candles, custom oils, mystical accessories, and intimate divination offerings that help you honor your inner world throughout the winter season.

Black Sheep Holidays Virtual Handmade Market (December 5 and 6)

If you prefer to shop from home, this is the perfect place to begin. Black Sheep Holidays is a virtual handmade market featuring more than 50 spooky and alternative artists over two days. It is a convenient way to explore ritual candles, oils, and small batch occult creations without leaving your couch. The event website is already live, so you can browse early and prepare your list before the sale opens.

Tips for a Smooth Shopping Experience

• Create a small wishlist before the event begins so you can check out quickly.

• Follow your favorite vendors on social media to catch previews and restock updates.

• Bookmark the Leafless Ashes vendor listing in advance to shop with ease.

Cruel Yule Krampus Market in Thornton, IL (December 7, 12 PM to 6 PM)

If you are drawn to spooky seasonal celebrations, the Cruel Yule Krampus Market is a must visit. This lively event takes place at the historic and haunted Thornton Distilling Company and offers a festive atmosphere inspired by Krampusnacht. The Apothecary Cupboard presents the market for the second year, and visitors can explore the perfect mix of holiday magic and dark seasonal charm. Entry is free, and families are welcome. Leafless Ashes will be selling ritual candles, oils, and occult treasures throughout the day.

What You Can Expect

• A variety of seasonal gifts suited for shadow work and personal rituals

• A relaxed layout inside a fascinating historic distillery

• Opportunities to talk with makers about ingredients, spiritual uses, and correspondences

Yuletide Market 2025 in Bloomington, IL (December 13, 10 AM to 5 PM)

The Yuletide Market brings together Santa, Krampus, and dozens of creative vendors in downtown Bloomington. The event takes place at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts and offers a warm and magical atmosphere for holiday shopping. Leafless Ashes will have a booth filled with winter themed ritual candles, oils, and spiritual gifts. Whether you prefer Santa’s cheerful spirit or Krampus’ mysterious charm, this market offers the best of both worlds.

Helpful Planning Tips

• Bring a tote bag or protective pouch for fragile items such as candles

• Ask vendors about custom scents or blends if you are searching for something specific

• Arrive early to avoid long lines and secure first pick of limited items

Monthly Coffee Grounds and Tea Leaves Reading in Aurora, IL (December 28, 12 PM to 6 PM)

Finish the month with gentle and insightful divination. Leafless Ashes will be at Hoof + Horn offering coffee grounds and tea leaf readings during the shop’s monthly reading event. These readings offer compassionate guidance and help you reflect on what is stirring beneath the surface. The event will be held at Hoof + Horn, located at 14 W Downer Place Suite 16 in Aurora.

How to Prepare for Your Reading

• Bring one question or theme you would like clarity on

• Arrive a few minutes early to settle into the energy of the space

• Consider bringing a small notebook to record any messages or insights

Where to Find Leafless Ashes

Leafless Ashes will participate in each of these events, offering a curated selection of ritual candles, oils, and occult gifts that honor both shadow and light. Check each event page or the host’s social media bio to plan your visit, view vendor lists, or shop early when links become available.