Hands & Harvest Fall Festival
October 6 - 8, 2023
highlandcounty.org/hands-harvest-festival
(540) 468-2550
Highland County - Monterey, VA
County-wide! Celebrate the beauty and bounty of fall with the annual Hands & Harvest Festival in Highland County, Virginia! Enjoy a fun family-friendly weekend in our rural mountain community with arts & crafts vendors, farm tours, annual sweater and used book sales, a fire tower, live entertainment, pumpkin patches, apple butter making, fall food specials, 5K Fall Color Run, and much more for the entire family!
Seventy-Ninth Waterford Fair
October 6 - 8, 2023
waterfordfairva.org
(540) 882-3018 x4
National historic landmark of Waterford, Virginia (150+ acres) - Waterford, VA
The 79th Annual Waterford Fair, the quintessential Fall festival with a juried artisan exhibition (costumes, demonstrations and retail sales), fine art show & sale, old mill shop (crafts) & more, is held in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford the first full weekend of October. This truly unique setting gives the heritage and contemporary artisans accepted a beautiful backdrop to demonstrate, sell their products and cultivate lasting relationships with loyal buyers. To apply please follow the link for all venue's call for applications.
The Bodacious Bazaar Fall
November 10 - 12, 2023
bodaciousbazaar.com
(757) 255-8680
Hampton Roads Convention Center - Hampton, VA
The Bodacious Bazaar is an amazing three day shopping extravaganza and wine festival that is held at the Hampton Roads Convention Center in the Hampton, Virginia. Our show is designed to promote talented artists, crafters, local businesses and wonderful Virginia wineries at an extraordinary venue. Our show donates a percentage of its net to chosen non-profits each show.
Craft + Design
November 17 - 19, 2023
craftanddesignrva.com
(804) 353-4457
Main Street Station - Richmond, VA
Now in its 59th year, Craft + Design showcases the work of contemporary craft artists from across the United States. Shoppers spend the weekend eating, drinking and browsing the work of artists from all over the country. Awards are presented in ceramics, precious metals, glass, wood and recycled materials, sustainability, booth design, contemporary design, innovative use of traditional craft materials and fiber. VisArts also presents a best in show award as well as an award for the best new artist.
Highland County Maple Festival
March 9 - 17, 2024
highlandcounty.org/maple-festival
(540) 468-2550
Highland County - Monterey, VA
The award-winning Highland County Maple Festival, designated a Local Legacy by the Library of Congress, offers maple sugar camp tours where visitors can observe traditional and modern techniques of sugar making in the beautiful mountains of Virginia. This award-winning festival attracts 20,000 - 30,000 visitors annually during the 2nd and 3rd weekends of March, where visitors enjoy maple syrup, famous maple doughnuts, pancake, and buckwheat cake meals, sweet and savory treats, handmade arts & crafts, live entertainment, and small-town hospitality. Come on out, and experience the tradition that's been running strong since 1959!
Festival Argentino
June 1, 2024
Festival Argentino USA
(703) 212-5850
Kenmore Auditorium - Arlington, VA
37th Festival Argentino 2024, Sat June 1, 3:30 pm–10:30 pm. Presented by: Festival Argentino USA. Venue: Kenmore Auditorium Tickets · $15-35. Argentina Sings, Dances, and Exhibits in the USA with a spectacular show for the whole family featuring folk music, tango, dances, and rock-pop music with artists coming from Argentina & Top great local artists, Exhibitor-Booths + Food + Catalogs in the 37th Annual Festival Argentino!
Chincoteague Blueberry Festival
July 18 - 20, 2024
facebook.com/chincoteaguefestival
(757) 894-2334
Chincoteague Center - Chincoteague Island, VA
The Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival is the Largest Fine arts and crafts event on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. A midsummer celebration of fine food, arts, crafts and nature's tastiest and most healthy gift...the blueberry. This event is held on the beautiful island of Chincoteague on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. The CIBBFl is the opening act for the Pony Penning Week and the Chincoteague Pony Swim. Exhibitors and performers should apply earl as the Festival fills-up quickly.
Events in Richmond, VA — upcoming
October 7 - 8, 2023
Second Street Festival
Jackson Ward, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 8/7/2023
This Virginia Festival will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 4 stages with Regional talent and the hours will be Sat 11:30am-7pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. This event will also include children's activities.
October 13 - 15, 2023
Richmond Folk Festival
Downtown riverfront between 2nd and 7th, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 5/2/2023
This Virginia Folk Music Festival will have fine art exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 6 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6:30pm-10pm, Sat 1pm-9:30pm, Sun 1pm-6pm.
October 21, 2023
Scott's Addition Pumpkin Festival
Boulevard in Richmond (between Leigh Street (by Movieland Theater) to Broad Stre, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 9/6/2023
This Virginia Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6pm. This event will also include: food, beverages, kids area, live music and more.
October 20 - 22, 2023
Richmond Tattoo, Art, & Music Festival
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Richmond – Midlothian, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 5/9/2023
This Virginia Festival will have corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 4 food booths. There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun 12pm-6pm. Admission tickets are $25 - $100. This event will also include: live art for charity, tattoo contest, kids 'tattoo' competition, artist academy courses.
November 2 - 4, 2023
Richmond Coin and Currency Show
ACCA Shriners Center, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 9/12/2023
This Virginia Trade Show will have antique/collectibles exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include youth table with games and prizes.
November 3 - 5, 2023
Craftsmen's Christmas Classic Art & Craft Show
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 1/13/2023
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $8.
November 17 - 19, 2023
Craft + Design
Main Street Station, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 3/7/2023
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $80.
November 2023 (dates not updated) 
Intergalactic Bead Show Richmond
Richmond Raceway Complex-Colonial Building, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 9/12/2022
This Virginia Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
November 30 - December 3, 2023
The Bizarre Bazaar® Forty-Eighth Christmas Collection
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 7/25/2023
This Virginia Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 25 food booths. Admission tickets are $11 - $16. This event will also include wed. night preview 5-9; early bird shopping 11-30-12-1 8:00am to 10:00am stroller free.
January 2024 (dates not updated)
Greenberg's Great Train & Toy Show - Richmond
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 11/10/2022
This Virginia Antiques Collectibles Show will have commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $9.
March 1 - 3, 2024
Richmond Spring Home and Garden Show
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 9/25/2023
This Virginia Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7 - $9.
March 2024 (dates not updated)
Shamrock the Block
The Boulevard, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 11/23/2022
This Virginia Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-6pm.
March 2024 (dates not updated)
Craftsmen's Spring Classic Art & Craft Festival
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 1/13/2023
This Virginia Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $1 - $8. This event will also include craft demonstrations.
March - April 2024 (dates not updated)
French Film Festival
Byrd Theatre, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 1/31/2023
This Virginia Film Festival will have film exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $65 - $120. This event will also include: official reception, gala dinner.
April 12 - 14, 2024
The Bizarre Bazaar® Thirty-Second Spring Market
Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 7/25/2023
This Virginia Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 20 food booths. Admission tickets are $9 - $14. This event will also include: early bird shopping april 12th, 8:00am to 10:00am, stroller free, coffee provided.
April 2024 (dates not updated)
African American Book Festival
Richmond Diversity Center, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 8/29/2022
This Virginia Literary Event will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
April 2024 (dates not updated)
Herbs Galore & More
Maymont, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 10/11/2022
This Virginia Home and Garden Show will have crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 8am-3pm. Admission tickets are $7 - $10.
November 2023 - April 2024 (dates not updated)
South of the James Winter Market
Forest Hill Park, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 11/4/2022
This Virginia Farmers Market will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths.
May 2024 (dates not updated)
¿Qué Pasa? Festival of Virginia
Brown's Island, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 3/7/2023
This Virginia Music Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-8pm. This event will also include: kid's area, artisan market, beer/specialty drink truck.
May 2024 (dates not updated)
Richmond Arts in the Park
Byrd Park, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 10/28/2022
This Virginia Art Show will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths.
May 2024 (dates not updated)
Dominion Energy Riverrock
Brown's Island, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 10/28/2022
This Virginia Lifestyle-Healthy Living Event will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National and Regional talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-5pm.
May 2024 (dates not updated)
South of the James Summer Market - May
Forest Hill Park, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
This Virginia Farmers Market will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths.
June 2024 (dates not updated)
RVA Clay Tour
Richmond Metro area, Multiple Sites, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 3/7/2023
This Virginia Craft Show will have fine craft exhibitors and no food booths. This event will also include demonstrations.
June 2024 (dates not updated)
South of the James Summer Market - June
Forest Hill Park, Richmond, VA
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
This Virginia Farmers Market will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths.
