Summer Fest
June 24, 2023
sunwatch.org
(937) 275-7431x 119
SunWatch Indian Village/Archaeological Park - Dayton, OH
Celebrate the summer solstice with SunWatch June 24th 10am-4pm. There will be programs and activities going on in the village, along with vendors selling just outside the village, several local non-profits will be attending also. SunWatch is a partially reconstructed 13th century American Indian village located along the Great Miami River in Dayton, OH. The site also includes an Interpretive Center where guests can explore exhibits and watch a short video about the site before exploring the village itself.
Avenue of the Arts
July 29, 2023
sainthermanchurch.org
(216) 407-2119
Church Social Hall and grounds - Hudson, OH
3rd-year Juried Arts/Fine Craft show featuring artisans offering handmade one-of-a-kind creations: jewelry, ceramics, pottery, wood, watercolors, photography, metal, fabric/textile, soaps and lotions, and more. Plus food trucks: Pink Piggy BBQ
Shaker Woods Festival
August 12 - 27, 2023
shakerwoods.com
(330) 482-0214
Shaker Woods Grounds - Columbiana, OH
Shaker Woods Festival is situated on 10 acres of beautifully manicured pathways where you will find over 200 of the country's top quality craftsmen demonstrating and selling their wares. Enjoy 3 stages of entertainment and bring your appetite! We have over 20 food booths to choose from.
Art & Craft Marktplatz at Columbus Oktoberfest
September 8 - 10, 2023
huffspromo.com
(330) 493-4130
Ohio Expo Center & State Fair - Columbus, OH
The Art & Craft Marktplatz will be one of the feature attractions at this year's Columbus Ohio Oktoberfest, where a variety of talented artisans and craftsmen will be situated under a covered pavilion in the heart of the Oktoberfest festivities. With an estimated attendance of over 30,000 attendees at the Oktoberfest, you won't want to miss your opportunity! A separate area is available for a Vendor Merchant Market; please call for application and special pricing.
Ohio Gourd Show
October 6 - 8, 2023
ohiogourdsociety.com
(740) 501-7918
Delaware County Fairgrounds - Delaware, OH
60th Annual Ohio Gourd Show. Gourds and Gourd Crafts will be sold on the grounds the entire weekend. Demonstrations and workshop classes, Juried Art & Horticultural competition, Silent Auction & Raffle, Gourd Artist & Vendors, Free Make & Take on Sat & Sun. Please visit our website to purchase gourd merchandise.
Summer Craft & Vendor Show
October 28, 2023
theleipsiccenter.org
(419) 943-7400
The Leipsic Community Center - Leipsic, OH
TLCC's annual Craft Show is going to have a different feel this year! We are doing it in the Fall season, so come stock up on Fall decor, Christmas items, and more! Come see our 40+ vendors as they display their business items for purchase. We will have food on site, our beautiful new patio area to eat, and our wonderful facility to tour. Sign up online, over the phone, or in person at TLCC! The deadline for registration is October 13th.
Events in Akron, OH — upcoming
June 18, 2023
Father's Day Car Show
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 3/23/2023
This Ohio Boat Auto Camping Show will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $16. This event will also include: judging, car parade, children's garden, questing and geocaching, gardens, music.
June 22 - 25, 2023
Rock the Docks
Springfield Lake, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 1/17/2023
This Ohio Family & Kids Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 24 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 6am-10pm, Fri 5am-11pm, Sat 12pm-11pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. This event will also include: fireworks, music, carnival rides, food, games, boat rides, family friendly event.
July 20, 2023
Taste of Akron
Hardesty Park, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 2/10/2023
This Ohio Food Festival will have no exhibit booths and 35 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 6pm-10pm. This event will also include food trucks.
July 22 - 23, 2023
Akron Arts Expo
Hardesty Park, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 2/10/2023
This Ohio Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include children's tent.
August 3 - 5, 2023
Summit County Italian American Festival
Lock 3 Park, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 5/18/2023
This Ohio Ethnic Festival will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 50 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 11am-11pm, Fri 11am-11pm, Sat 11am-11pm. This event will also include scholarship breakfast.
September 9 - 10, 2023
Oddmall-Uncensored
R. Shea Brewing Company, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 4/17/2023
This Ohio Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm.
September 16, 2023
Firestone Fest!
Firestone Park, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 1/19/2023
This Ohio Vendor Event will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm.
October 2023 (dates not updated) 
Ohio Mart
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 10/3/2022
This Ohio Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5+ food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 10am-5pm, Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Admission tickets are $6 - $16. This event will also include: children's activity center (pumpkin painting, face painting, craft project)
November 2023 (dates not updated)
STWC Autumn Arts and Crafts Show
Springfield High School, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 9/19/2022
This Ohio Craft Show will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1.
November 2023 (dates not updated)
Coventry Fall Craft Fair
Coventry High School, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 9/19/2022
This Ohio Craft Show will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 5-8 food booths. Admission tickets are $2.
November 2023 (dates not updated)
Ellet Band Boosters Fall Craft Show
Ellet CLC, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 9/18/2022
This Ohio Craft Show will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths.
November 2023 (dates not updated)
Forty-First Happy Holly Days Bazaar
Saint Matthew School and Church, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 8/29/2022
This Ohio Holiday Celebration will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. This event will also include: visit with santa, hourly raffle drawings, big raffle on sunday.
December 1 - 3, 2023
E.J. Thomas Christmas Arts & Crafts Show
E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 12/23/2022
This Ohio Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and local food booths. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include strolling high school choirs.
December 9, 2023
Bling in the Season Craft & Vendor Show
Copley High School, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 1/19/2023
This Ohio Vendor Event will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths.
February 2024 (dates not updated)
Oddmall: Expedition Elsewhere
R. Shea Brewing Company, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
This Ohio Festival will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-8pm, Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include: circus performers, novelty acts.
March 2024 (dates not updated)
Spring Show & Sale: The Elegant Egg, Fine Art and Craft
St Sebastian Church & School, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 3/11/2023
This Ohio Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $3 - $5. This event will also include egg decorating classes.
April 2024 (dates not updated)
Rubber Stamp & Scrapbook Convention
The John S. Knight Center, Akron, OH
Status: Updated 1/9/2023
This Ohio Trade Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $8 - $12. This event will also include: make & takes, free demos, workshops, door prizes, dream basket raffle ea. day.
