Poster for RARE, a maker market in Aberdeenshire, with blue and teal background, text in purple and white.

Welcome to RARE!

A Makers Market in Aberdeenshire

Discover something special, right on your doorstep.

RARE Makers Market brings together some of the best independent makers in Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City, creating vibrant, feel-good market days in towns across the region.

It’s more than shopping. It’s about meeting the people behind the products, supporting local businesses, and bringing life back to our high streets.

RARE in Doric means excellent, of good quality, "fit rare".

In English, it means good, remarkable. Not found in large numbers, so of interest or value.

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Collection of handmade and decorative art and craft items including pottery, jewelry, textiles, candles, and home decor objects.

Upcoming Events

RARE Spring/Summer Markets Announced.

Four dates. Four locations. One creative community.

We absolutely can’t wait for you to join us on this exciting adventure!

Find details of all events on our events page.

Blue, coral, green, ceramic cups
A group of people smiling and posing together indoors, some with their arms raised, in a room with beige walls and a ceiling with fluorescent lights.
Silver hexagon earrings displayed on a wooden plinth
Storefront with a sign that reads 'The Smiddy Center of Excellence for Silversmithing and Jewellery' and a large blue banner that says 'Rare Open Makers Market' outside.
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