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New York’s craft fairs are spectacular events featuring hundreds of top-quality artisan vendors offering a myriad of fabulous handmade goods galore and exquisite fine arts in all mediums. Whether you’re a craft connoisseur or a seasoned art collector, you’re sure to discover original treasures at New York’s fantastic arts and crafts events throughout the year. The best craft fairs in New York offer the widest variety of diverse, one-of-a-kind artistic creations along with enjoyable activities and entertainment.
Held on the Lyndhurst grounds each September, Fall Crafts at Lyndhurst is a three-day event offering a huge assortment of arts and crafts including functional and sculptural works in all media, original fashions, jewelry, decor, photography, and more. There’s also gourmet foods, wine tastings, craft demonstrations, and family-friendly activities including face painting and an interactive puppet theater. Attendees can also spend the day touring the 67 sprawling acres and tour the magnificent gothic mansion (additional fee).
Held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York each September, the Affordable Art Fair features a myriad of exhibitions by over 400 established local, national, and international artists showcasing thousands of original artworks including original paintings, photographs, prints, sculptures, and more. This impressive art fair offers a wide assortment of works to suit all budgets and makes the perfect creative outing with family and friends.
The Rhinebeck Crafts Festival is the Hudson Valley’s premier shopping event held each June at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds. Attendees shop for original artworks and uncommon crafts created by over 200 artisans. This incredible festival also offers tastings from local distilleries, gourmet specialties, family activities, and craft demonstrations.
Held in the heart of Greenwich Village, Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit has been showcasing fine artists and craft artisans for over 90 years! This long-running sidewalk show takes place twice per year and offers exhibits in mixed media, watercolor, sculptures, graphics, metalworks, ceramics, glass, wood, fiber, and more. You’ll find a diverse crowd of attendees including art lovers, professional designers, students and faculty, tourists, and collectors at this wonderful event.
The White Plains Outdoor Arts Festival has been held in the heart of downtown White Plains for over 50 years. Featuring a diverse display of exquisite fine arts and crafts, this bustling festival offers a wide array of photography, jewelry, textiles, paintings, glassworks, and one-of-a-kind gifts made by established and new, emerging artists. There’s also a free children’s art workshop and unique food vendors.
The Fine Craft Show at Chautauqua is one of the most prestigious craft shows in the East, featuring award-winning artists from throughout the nation in the beautiful Bestor Plaza. A wide array of contemporary fine arts and unique crafts across many mediums are represented in a variety of price ranges. This intimate craft show is held twice each summer, three days in both July and August.
Featuring over 100 artists and artisans each July in a beautiful outdoor setting, the Lake George Art and Craft Festival offers an impressive array of handmade creations and lovely artworks. This three-day festival is held at the Charles R Wood Park and offers live music each day of the event, belly dancing, delicious festival fare, beer and wine, and great children’s activities.
Support artisans this holiday season at the Renegade Craft Fair, where over 180 curated local and national artisans gather to sell their handmade products and creative goods. Held at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York, this juried indoor fair is free to attend and only features a select group of artisans selling unique, high-quality items. Live entertainment and do-it-yourself crafting activities are also available for attendees.
Held in the Kennedy Plaza, the Long Beach Arts and Crafts Festival is a very popular summertime event featuring over 80 arts and crafts exhibitors each June. This special annual celebration also offers a parade, live music performances, food trucks, and lots of family-friendly entertainment. Attendees from throughout the tri-state region appreciate all this long-standing juried festival has offered throughout the decades.
Outside Art Fair has been showcasing a wide range of “raw”art created by self-taught artists since 1993. Held annually in New York’s Metropolitan Pavilion, this unique event attracts many art collectors seeking original, rarely-seen works of art in experimental mediums. This long-standing fair also includes art performances and talks and encourages networking.