The Ultimate Guide to Virginia Craft Shows & Festivals in 2025
Looking for the best craft shows, artisan fairs, and handmade markets in Virginia for 2025? Whether you’re a maker, shopper, or vendor, this guide covers every major event happening across the state—complete with dates, locations, descriptions, and tips for success.
Upcoming Events
Fredericksburg Holiday Carft Show (Dec 5th, 6th, & 8th)
Capital Art and Craft Festivals (Dec 12th, 13th, & 14th)
Why Virginia Craft Shows Are Worth Exploring
Virginia continues to be one of the most active handmade and artisan communities on the East Coast. With shows ranging from small town fairs to juried fine‑art festivals:
Hundreds of events throughout the year
High‑quality, handmade goods from skilled artisans
Family‑friendly entertainment including live music, demos, and food trucks
Strong buyer turnout, making it perfect for emerging and established vendors
The past years events
SPRING CRAFT SHOWS (March–April 2025)
Spring Capital Art and Craft Festival — March 21–23 (Chantilly)
One of Northern Virginia’s largest spring art events featuring fine crafts, jewelry, home décor, pottery, and more.
Hayfield Secondary Craft Fair — April 5 (Alexandria)
A community favorite offering handmade crafts, gifts, home décor, and local artisan products.
Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market — April 11–13 (Virginia Beach)
A large coastal‑themed craft show featuring 200+ artisans displaying woodwork, jewelry, textiles, gourmet goods, and more.
Old Town Alexandria Art Show & Craft Fair — April 26 (Alexandria)
A beautiful waterfront event bringing together artists, jewelers, and craft makers.
SUMMER CRAFT SHOWS (July–August 2025)
Clarksville Lake Festival Arts & Crafts Show — July 18–19 (Clarksville)
A juried, handmade‑only festival known for quality craftsmanship and high foot traffic.
Steppin’ Out Festival — August 1–2 (Blacksburg)
A major outdoor summer festival with art, crafts, live entertainment, and thousands of visitors.
Arlington County Fair — August 13–17 (Arlington)
Family fun plus artisan shopping in one of the region’s most popular community events.
Chesterfield County Fair — August 22–30 (Chesterfield)
A traditional county fair with handmade vendors, carnival attractions, and food.
Taste of the Mountains Festival — August 30 (Madison)
Art, heritage demonstrations, music, and handmade goods in historic downtown Madison.
FALL CRAFT SHOWS (September–October 2025)
Isle of Wight County Fair — September 12–14 (Windsor)
A southern Virginia favorite blending agriculture, crafts, and community.
Old Town Manassas Fall Craft Fair — September 13 (Manassas)
Packed with fine art, handmade crafts, food, and live demonstrations.
Falls Church Festival — September 13 (Falls Church)
A popular local event with vendors, food, and family‑friendly entertainment.
Occoquan Fall Arts & Crafts Show — September 28 (Occoquan)
One of Virginia’s largest craft festivals featuring hundreds of artisans.
Apple Butter Makin’ Festival — October 4 (Tyro)
Rustic crafts, homemade goods, and Appalachian heritage demonstrations.
Vienna Oktoberfest — October 4 (Vienna)
Craft vendors, food, beer gardens, games, and live music.
Harvest and Chill Fest — October 4 (Fairfax)
Seasonal crafts, food trucks, vendors, and fall entertainment.
Virginia Fall Foliage Festival Art Show — October 11–12 (Waynesboro)
A juried fine‑art show known for exceptional talent.
Fredericksburg Fall Arts & Crafts Festival — October 11–12 (Fredericksburg)
Indoor fall market ideal for early holiday shopping.
Poquoson Seafood Festival — October 17–19 (Poquoson)
Seafood, music, art vendors, and coastal crafts.
UCP Fall Art & Craft Fair — October 25 (Reston)
A small but popular community craft fair.
HOLIDAY CRAFT SHOWS (November–December 2025)
Northern Virginia Christmas Market — November 7–9 (Chantilly)
One of Virginia’s largest holiday shopping markets featuring high‑quality artisan gifts.
Craft + Design — November 21–23 (Richmond)
A high‑end, juried fine‑art and craft event held at Main Street Station.
PTK Holiday Village Craft Fair — November 22 (Warrenton)
A community holiday market with local makers and seasonal gifts.