Fourth Annual Mackay Mother’s Day Gift and Craft Show Returns to Support Local Fire Station
MACKAY, Idaho — More than 35 vendors are preparing to take part in the fourth annual Mackay Mother’s Day Gift and Craft Show this Saturday, offering East Idaho residents a chance to shop locally and support their community ahead of Mother’s Day.
The event is scheduled for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the South Custer Rural Fire District, located at 104 Cedar Avenue in Mackay. A portion of the proceeds from the event will benefit the fire station, making the gathering a practical demonstration of the community spirit that small towns across Idaho are known for.
Vendors, Food, and a Community Yard Sale
Organizer Kasey Long told EastIdahoNews.com that vendors will be traveling from across the state to participate. Shoppers can expect a wide variety of handcrafted goods and specialty items, including stained glass art, handmade beaded jewelry, custom clothing, tumblers, silversmith work, woodworking, and even vendors who craft knife handles — reflecting the rugged, skilled trades tradition common throughout rural Idaho.
A community yard sale will also be part of the day’s offerings, adding another layer of activity for attendees browsing the grounds.
Long and her daughter will be on-site serving food and specialty drinks through their business, Sagebrush Sadie’s. The menu will feature green chile cheeseburgers, nachos, and specialty drinks. Long noted that her business specializes in jalapeño pickle products. “I specialize in jalapeno pickle products. We’ve won awards three years in a row,” Long said in remarks reported by EastIdahoNews.com.
The event is sponsored by the White Knob Motel & RV Park, which Long expressed gratitude toward for helping make the show possible.
A Growing Tradition Rooted in Community and Local Business
While Long has been involved in promoting the event since its founding, this year marks her first as the primary organizer. She told EastIdahoNews.com she is proud of how the show has grown and appreciates the vendors who continue to show up year after year.
The dual purpose of the event, according to Long, is clear: give small business owners a venue to showcase their products while giving families a meaningful way to celebrate Mother’s Day. “Our town is big on community and local business,” Long said in remarks reported by EastIdahoNews.com.
Her message to Mackay-area residents ahead of the event was straightforward. “Bring your moms out and make them feel special for the day. Support local business and your local fire station,” Long said.
Events like this reflect a broader trend seen across Bonneville County and the surrounding region, where community-driven gatherings centered on local art and craftsmanship continue to draw strong participation. Residents looking for other opportunities to engage with East Idaho’s creative economy have a number of options this season.
For those planning their weekend around the show, the South Custer Rural Fire District is located at 104 Cedar Avenue in Mackay. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to the public. Whether shoppers are looking for a one-of-a-kind Mother’s Day gift, a bite to eat, or simply a reason to explore a small Idaho community, the Mackay Mother’s Day Gift and Craft Show offers all three.
Families looking for additional spring community events and local activities across East Idaho can find broader coverage at Idaho News.
What Comes Next
The fourth annual Mackay Mother’s Day Gift and Craft Show takes place this Saturday at the South Custer Rural Fire District, 104 Cedar Avenue, Mackay, Idaho, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the local fire station. Residents interested in vendor participation or additional event details are encouraged to reach out to organizers through local channels. As the event grows each year, organizers may look to expand vendor participation and community programming in future editions.