2024 events!
february 11
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
New England Made Giftware & Specialty Food Show
Portland, ME
march 16-18
may 12
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
june 7
First Friday Art Walk
Portland, ME
june 8
Market Square Day
Portsmouth, NH
june 15
Arts Fest Beverly
Beverly, MA
june 29
Saco Sidewalk Arts Festival
Saco, ME
june 29-30
Belfast Arts in the Park
Belfast, ME
july 5
First Friday Art Walk
Portland, ME
JULY 6-7
Bath Heritage Days - Art in the Park
Bath, ME
JULY 15
Bangor Waterfront Night Festival
Bangor, ME
july 19-21
Yarmouth Clam Festival
Yarmouth, ME
AUGUST 2-3
Higgins Beach Craft Show
Scarborough, ME
august 17
Bangor Waterfront Night Festival
Bangor, ME
august 24-25
Lakes Region Fine Arts & Crafts Festival
Meredith, NH
SEPTEMBER 6
First Friday Art Walk
Portland, ME
september 20, 21, 22
Common Ground Country Fair
Unity, ME
october 5-6
Autumn Craft Festival on the Lake
Meredith, NH
october 12-13
Sugarloaf Homecoming Show
Kingfield, ME
october 19
York Harvest Festival
York, ME
october 27
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
november 2-3
Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen Show
South Portland High School
november 9
Seacoast Artisans Holiday Show
Portsmouth, NH
november 10
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
november 23-24
Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen Show
Mt. Ararat HS in Topsham, ME
november 23
Wellesley Marketplace
Wellesley, MA
NOVEMBER 24
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
NOVEMBER 29-30
Old Red Church Craft Fair
Bonny Eagle HS in Standish, ME
NOVEMBER 29-30
Society of Southern Maine Craftsmen Show
Scarborough, ME
December 1
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
December 7
Kennebunkport Prelude Craft Show
Kennebunkport Consolidated School
December 14
Holiday Market at Belleflower Brewing
Portland, ME
December 15
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Portland, ME
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
The Thompson’s Point Maker’s Market, sponsored by our good friends at Maine Community Solar and Renewal By Anderson, enters it’s fifth year with a bang! Come down and support the very best local craftspeople, artists, artisans and farms in the State. Did we mention there’s a bar? Bring your wallet, snag a mimosa, and get your holiday shopping done early!
Additional Recurring Events:
First Friday Art Walks on Congress Street
Saturday Farmer’s Markets in Deering Oaks Park
Society of East End Art’s Art on the Hill Show
This wonderful art show is held at the East End Community School in Portland, Maine on Friday, December 2nd from 6-9pm, Saturday, December 3rd from 10-5pm, and Sunday, December 4th from 11-4pm. There will be lots of amazing locally-made gifts for you to choose from!
Maker's Market at Thompson's Point
The Thompson’s Point Maker’s Market, sponsored by our good friends at Maine Community Solar and Renewal By Anderson, enters it’s fifth year with a bang! Come down and support the very best local craftspeople, artists, artisans and farms in the State. Did we mention there’s a bar? Bring your wallet, snag a mimosa, and get your holiday shopping done early!
Bonny Eagle Craft Show
The Craft Fair at Bonny Eagle High School features exclusively handmade crafts, including jewelry, ceramics, stained glass, paintings, ornaments, candles, quilts, specialty foods, and much, much more! The fair is sponsored by the Trustees of the Old Red Church in Standish, Maine, and serves as the organization's largest fundraising event. All proceeds from the fair support the maintenance of The Old Red Church and school programs, including scholarships awarded to Bonny Eagle High School seniors.
Open Studio Night
MacKenzie Rose Designs will be hosting an Open Studio Night in downtown Portland on Thursday, November 17th from 5-8pm. You’re invited to stop by and start your holiday shopping! Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
142 High Street, Suite 527, Portland, Maine
USM Craft Show
The show will take place at the Costello Sports Complex on the University of Southern Maine Gorham campus on Saturday, November 12th from 10 am - 4 pm and on Sunday, November 13th from 10 am - 3 pm. Featuring a variety of local artists, the show will include jewelry, wood products, gourmet specialty foods, paintings, pottery, knit items, soaps, and more. In addition to shopping, attendees will have the opportunity to support USM the field hockey, soccer, and volleyball programs through donations at the door and a raffle throughout the weekend.
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
The Thompson’s Point Maker’s Market, sponsored by our good friends at Maine Community Solar and Renewal By Anderson, enters it’s fifth year with a bang! Come down and support the very best local craftspeople, artists, artisans and farms in the State. Did we mention there’s a bar? Bring your wallet, snag a mimosa, and get your holiday shopping done early!
Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival
The 16th Annual Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival takes place on August 20, 2022. The festival Celebrates the Arts on Maine Street Brunswick, Maine on the 3rd Saturday in August. Our mission is to create a vibrant and healthy downtown through the arts.
The festival has showcased a diverse array of fine art since 2006. The show features recognized artists, as well as emerging creators; working in an array of mediums from jewelry, fiber, ceramics, photography, painting, and mixed media. The festival opens at 9 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. Musical performances start at 10. Admission is free.
Bridgton Art in the Park
The Bridgton Art in the Park will be held on July 16, 2022. It'll host nearly 50 artists exhibiting their artwork in painting, sculpture, jewelry, stained glass, wood works, ceramics, fiber arts, photography, and much more. Enjoy live music and scrumptious food. Free admission. Hours: 9am-4pm.
Bath Heritage Days Festival
Our biggest celebration of the year, circling around Independence Day. Free concerts, Art in the Park, Kids Day, Antique Car Show, Maine’s Largest Parade, Smokey’s Greater Shows Carnival and Fireworks
Belfast Arts in the Park
The Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce and Belfast Parks & Recreation Department, in collaboration with Waterfall Arts, invite you to the 26th annual Arts in the Park on June 25 + 26, 2022, from 10am – 4pm at Steamboat Landing Park in Belfast.
This year the show will again focus on local, original works from Maine artists and fine crafters. There will be artwork covering a wide range of categories, including ceramics, fiber, jewelry, painting, photography, print, stone, wood, and more.
Maker's Market at Thompson's Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!
Art on the Hill
The annual Art on the Hill Show is hosted by Portland’s Society of East End Arts organization and is located at the East End Community School. This year, there will be about 60 local artists participating in the Art on the Hill show. It is a wonderful three-day show and this year will be no exception!
Maker's Market at Thompson's Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!
Bonny Eagle Craft Show
The Craft Fair at Bonny Eagle High School features exclusively handmade crafts including: jewelry, ceramics, stained glass, paintings, ornaments, candles, quilts, specialty foods, and much, much more! The fair is sponsored by the Trustees of the Old Red Church in Standish, Maine, and serves as the organization's largest fundraising event. All proceeds from the fair support the maintenance of The Old Red Church and school programs, including scholarships awarded to Bonny Eagle High School seniors.
Great New England Craft Show
This event showcases beautiful handmade wares from over 100 talented craftsmen, artisans, and specialty food vendors from all over New England. Located at the Rim Sports Complex in Hampton, New Hampshire.
Maker's Market at Thompson's Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!
Freeport Fall Festival
Each year on the first weekend in October, Visit Freeport brings together over 150 of the best New England artists, craftsmen, and local food producers for a three-day festival on the L.L.Bean campus, Key Bank lawn, Freeport Village Station courtyard, and at the corner of West & Main Streets in Freeport, Maine. In addition to browsing local art, join us at the Discovery Stage on the L.L.Bean campus for three days of live music. There are also plenty of free activities for kids from make ‘n take crafts, to scavenger hunts and more. And, thanks to our generous sponsors, it’s all FREE!
Maker's Market at Thompson's Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!
Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival
The 15th Annual Brunswick Outdoor Arts Festival takes place on August 21, 2021. The festival Celebrates the Arts on Maine Street Brunswick, Maine on the 3rd Saturday in August. Our mission is to create a vibrant and healthy downtown through the arts. The festival has showcased a diverse array of fine art since 2006. This event features recognized artists, as well as emerging creators; working in an array of mediums from jewelry, fiber, ceramics, photography, painting, and mixed media. This juried, fine arts show includes more than 140 artists and artisans who will be displaying and selling their work along the sidewalks of Maine Street and on the lush Town Mall (green) in downtown Brunswick.
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!
East End Vend
East End Vend is a small and festive outdoor market in Portland, Maine for members (of the Maine Crafts Association) and non-members to participate as vendors alongside farmers and foodies. East End Vend markets are typically four hours long, held on multiple dates, and offer a wide variety of art, craft, and other Maine products in a laid-back and community neighborhood setting.
East End Vend Location: 221 Congress St., Portland, ME (corner of Congress & Washington Ave!)
Belfast Arts in the Park
Held at Steamboat Landing Park on the Belfast, Maine waterfront, Arts in the Park is one of the most respected fine arts and crafts festivals in Midcoast Maine. The variety of artwork and crafts is outstanding, and continuous live music and the smells of freshly grilled food add to the festival atmosphere. The venue is undeniably beautiful, set on the water’s edge downtown, with sailboats and dinghies moored just a few feet away. Arts in the Park is brought to you by the Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce, Belfast Parks & Recreation Department, and Waterfall Arts.
Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point
Things may be a little different, but The Maker’s Market at Thompson’s Point returns for its fourth year! Join us to stock up on fresh farm products, purchase handmade items, enjoy delicious craft food and beverage and spend some time socializing. With a mix of farmers, artisans, vintage, jewelry, local food, crafts and more, there’s something for everyone at the Market!