Posts tagged “craft fairs”

September 2026 Fairs in Connecticut and Massachusetts: A Weekend-by-Weekend Guide

September is the busiest month of the New England fair season, and Connecticut and Massachusetts carry most of it. Every fair and festival of the month sorted by weekend, with the two weekends still ahead marked — the Big E, Old Deerfield, Durham and more.

Southington Apple Harvest Festival 2026: Free, Huge, and Two Weekends Long

One of New England's largest and longest-running fall festivals, free to get into, spread across two October weekends on the Southington Town Green.

New England Strawberry Festivals 2026: A Complete Guide

North Stonington Strawberry Festival 2026: Visitor's Guide

Machias Wild Blueberry Festival 2026: Visitor's Guide

Maine's iconic wild blueberry harvest celebration returns to Machias August 14-16, 2026, with 250+ craft and food vendors, live music, parades, and blueberry pie-eating contests. Here's what to expect and how to plan your Down East weekend.

Old Deerfield Craft Fairs: Vendors & Visitors Guide

Old Deerfield Craft Fairs represent some of the finest curated craft exhibitions in New England. With three shows annually—spring, fall, and holiday—these meticulously juried events showcase contemporary fine craft. Discover what to expect, how to prepare, and how Old Deerfield fits into your New England craft fair circuit.

Craft Fairs in Massachusetts 2026: A Vendor's and Visitor's Guide

A 2026 guide to craft fairs in Massachusetts for vendors and visitors — featuring Old Deerfield Craft Fairs, Paradise City Arts Festival, the Boston metro craft scene, the Berkshires circuit, Cape Cod artisan markets, and the Topsfield Fair craft section.

Craft Fairs in Vermont 2026: A Vendor's and Visitor's Guide

A 2026 guide to Vermont's craft fair and artisan market scene — anchored by the Vermont Sheep & Wool Festival and Vintage Market Days, plus the year-round artisan markets in Stowe, Burlington, Brattleboro, and Quechee. Vendor application tips included.

Craft Fairs in New Hampshire 2026: A Vendor's and Visitor's Guide

A comprehensive 2026 guide to craft fairs in New Hampshire — anchored by the legendary League of NH Craftsmen Fair, with destination shows in Mt. Washington Valley, the Lakes Region, Gunstock, and beyond. Plus vendor application tips and tour-circuit advice.

Craft Fairs in Maine 2026: A Vendor's and Visitor's Guide

A comprehensive 2026 guide to craft fairs in Maine for both vendors and visitors — featuring the major juried shows, makers markets, holiday fairs, application timelines, and tips for first-time vendors.

Connecticut Fairs and Festivals 2026: Your Complete Guide

A month-by-month guide to Connecticut's fairs, festivals, boat shows, and craft fairs in 2026 — from the legendary Durham Fair to the Norwalk Boat Show and the Hartford Home Show.

The Maine Made Program: A Complete Guide for Artisans, Makers, and Small Businesses

Maine Made – America's Best is a 30-year-old certification program supporting Maine artisans and makers with branding, grants, and networking. With 2,000+ member companies and zero annual fees, it offers free marketing materials, DTAP grants up to $10,000 per category, and connections to wholesale buyers. Learn what Maine Made offers and how to apply.

How Maine Made Helps Craft Fair Vendors Stand Out at Events

Maine Made provides free branding materials, event listings, and networking opportunities specifically designed for craft fair vendors. Learn how to stand out at events and grow your fair business at no cost.

Craft Fairs vs. Agricultural Fairs in New England: What's the Difference?

Not all fairs are the same — agricultural fairs have livestock, rides, and racing, while craft fairs focus on handmade goods and artisan vendors. Here's how to tell the difference and which type to visit in New England.

Best Payment Apps for Craft Fair Vendors in 2026

Cash-only booths lose sales. Here's a comparison of the best payment apps and card readers for craft fair vendors in 2026 — Square, PayPal Zettle, Stripe Reader, SumUp, and Shopify POS — with the pros, cons, and costs of each.

How to Build an Email List at Craft Fairs (and Why It Matters More Than the Sale)

The people you meet at craft fairs are your warmest leads. An email list turns one-day shoppers into repeat customers — here's how to collect signups at the booth and what to send after the fair.

Craft Fair Booth Display Ideas That Actually Increase Sales

Your booth is your storefront. Vendors who use vertical displays, focal points, good lighting, and a focused product line consistently outsell those with a flat table and no plan. Here's how to set up a booth that stops people in their tracks.

Do Craft Fair Vendors Need Insurance? What to Know Before Your First Fair

More and more craft fairs require proof of liability insurance before they'll approve your vendor application. Here's what vendor insurance covers, what it costs, and where to get it quickly.

How Many Items Should You Bring to a Craft Fair? A Simple Formula

The number-one question first-time craft fair vendors ask is how much inventory to bring. Here's a simple formula — plus rules of thumb for price points, backstock, and keeping your booth looking full all day.

So You Want to Be a Craft Fair Vendor: A Beginner's Guide to Getting Started in New England

A practical guide to becoming a craft fair vendor in New England — from choosing the right fairs and nailing your application to setting up your booth and making sales. Everything a first-time vendor needs to know.