Here at Family Friendly Cincinnati we are big supporters of local businesses, small businesses and family run businesses. We love hand made items, especially when it comes to gift giving. Our region is full of wonderful Craft Shows and Fairs throughout the year where you can find all sorts of vendors and artisans from whom you can buy great items from while supporting a small business or a person running a business from their home. I started working on this list for personal reasons…I thought it would be awesome to have a list of Craft Shows throughout the year so I can try to make it to as many as I can this year and maybe even get some of my holiday shopping done earlier in the year. Each Christmas I’ve been making more and more of an effort to buy handcrafted items for people on my list. I also have many friends who are direct sales reps for companies like Jamberry and 31 and I love to support their endeavors to generate income while juggling everything else with their family and life. Craft Shows are just a perfect place to find unique and personal gifts while giving support to vendors and artisans in our community.
The events on this list were submitted to us and at the time of publication the details were current and up to date, but it would always be a good idea to double check the details before heading out to an event, especially if the weather isn’t great that day. Also, we will be updating this post throughout the year as events are submitted, so keep checking back!
Craft Shows & Fairs in the Tri-State Area {2015}
March ::
Mason Moms Helping Mason Families March 14, 2015 Echo Church, 3187 Western Row Rd, Maineville OH “This event was created to support a local family in need. On December 27, 2014 this Mason family was headed home from a holiday visit in Tennessee when there was a tragic car accident. Mom Missy Meade, Gage (12y) and Hannah (5y) were all involved. Tragically Missy died a few days after the accident and Gage was ejected from the car sustaining severe injuries. Most vendors accept credit cards but some will be cash only including food vendors and bake sale items. Admission is free but a $2 donation at the door would be greatly appreciated, 100% of proceeds go directly to the Meade Family. https://www.facebook.com/events/776866529069551/
Event Information-
– March 14, 2015 from 4pm – 8pm
– Over 70 local vendors/businesses will be on hand to offer goods or services
– Basket Raffles valued from $250+
– Swag Bags to the first 250 guests
– Free childcare will be provided on site by Mason High School Girl Scouts (donations appreciated)
– Food vendors will be on site selling food and dessert
– Entertainment/Music provided by Mason students
– Service area with vendors offering services including facials, eyebrow threading, massage, henna body art and more.
Celtic Festival 3/21/2015 Cincinnati Museum Center ~ Local Artisans including Barbara’s Atlas Oils and Edgecliff Studios, Celtic dance and music and much more http://www.cincymuseum.org/events/passport
April ::
2015 Cynthiana Home & Garden Show April 25 & 26, 2015 Burley Coop Marketing Center US 27 South Cynthiana, KY 41031 2015 Cynthiana Home & Garden Show over 60 booths to shop and get ideas. Make sure to come hungry and visit the food court. Admission is non perishable food item per person that is donated to the food pantry. Doors open 9am Saturday April 25, 2015 and 12:30pm Sunday April 26, 2015. 859-234-1035 ext 303
May ::
Clay Alliance Spring Pottery Fair May 2, 2015 DeSales Corner, Madison Rd. And Woodburn What could be better than getting outside on an early spring day in the newly revitalizing East Walnut Hills area to view and buy the latest creations of the city’s best potters? There will be food and great music, but more important, there will be great work, great prices, and great demos. Maybe you will be inspired to get a little muddy too! www.clayalliance.org
CTF Spring Craft and Vendor Market 5/2/2015 Van Gorden Elementary 6475 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd, Liberty Township, OH 45011 CTF Spring Craft and Vendor Market benefiting the Children’s Tumor Foundation, NF Walk Cincinnati 2015. An array of handmade crafters as well as all of your favorite vendors are here to make your Spring shopping a breeze while supporting this great cause. Come join us from 10:00 am to 4:00pm. https://www.facebook.com/events/403189593174971/
Dixie Heights High School Band Spring Craft Show May 2, 2015 Dixie Heights HS Gyms Edgewood, KY Handcrafted items for the home! Wreaths, wood crafts, hand crafted beaded & silver jewelry, candles, soaps and lotions, doll clothes, quilted and crocheted pieces, pet related items, purses, photography, matted pictures, pottery, ceramics, apparel/sewn items, folk art, hand painted items and much more! www.dixiecraftshow.com
Incline District Street Fair Saturday, May 2nd 3001 Price Ave Cincinnati, OH 45204 A collection of local artisan vendors in support of the community. www.facebook.com/InclineDistrictStreetFair
Wabash Valley Flea Market /Craft Show May 2-3 Terre Haute Indiana 2nd Annual Show at The Wabash. Valley Fairgrounds Over 100 Vendors Spaces available 15×15 for 60.00 for the weekend 812-239-7940
Harrison Elementary PTA’s 2nd Annual Yard Sale/Vendor/Crafter Fundraiser May 9, 2015 9am-1pm Behind Harrison Elementary School, 600 E. Broadway, Harrison, OH 45030 “Fundraiser proceeds allocated to Harrison Elementary Student’s playground & track upgrades/maintenance. Come browse, shop, eat, listen to music & have fun!
*Street parking or parking lot in front of school. Then walk thru playground to get behind school where event is to take place.
*Some parking in back of school, closer to event. From Broadway turn onto Elm Street & turn Left into school entrance.
http://www.harrisonelementarypta.com/yardsale.htm
Mother’s Day Tea Party May 10, 2015 Elisha Morgan Mansion Mother’s Day Tea Party with grab bags, and over 30 crafters. For more information call: 513-376-5871
Maifest at Germania 5/15-5/17 Germania Park w Kemper Rd Cincinnati A traditional Getman Miafest with local crafters, May Pole dance, German Food, Misic and festivities for the whole family http://www.germaniasociety.com/site2007/main.html
The City Flea May 16: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
June ::
Incline District Street Fair Saturday, June 6th ~ 3001 Price Ave Cincinnati, OH 45204 A collection of local artisan vendors in support of the community. www.facebook.com/InclineDistrictStreetFair
Crafts N Critters June 6, 2015 Wal-Mart 3201 Princeton Rd Hamilton OH Benefit for the Animal Friends Humane Society in Butler Co. 513-383-9255
Touch of Amish – Summer Expo June 13, 2015 Hebron, KY Touch of Amish, Crafters, and Vendors Welcome You!!! Saturday, June 13th, 2015 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 1853 Petersburg Road, Hebron, KY
Second Saturday Street Faire June 13, 2015 Waynesville OH Waynesville Merchants Association is hosting the Second Saturday Street Faire on the second Saturday of June from 10am-5pm. The festival includes booths where artists, crafters, and authors display and sell their creations. Over forty artisans will feature everything from woodworking to fiber arts. Chalk Walk Art Contest is free to enter to compete for cash prizes. Krafty Kids Market is a great place for young artisans ages 7-16 to sell their creations. There will be a free Book Swap and a Cruise-In as well as local entertainment www.secondsaturdaystreetfaire.com
Art Around Towne June 19, 2015 Towne Center Fort Thomas, KY We are excited to announce the Art Around Towne event in the beautiful Towne Center District spanning the cross sections of Highlands Ave and North Fort Thomas Avenue to the City Building in Fort Thomas, KY! Every third Friday from June through September, Fort Thomas businesses’ will open their doors to the community to celebrate in the cultural arts. As you walk from business-to-business and vendor booth-to booth, all of your senses will be engaged in great art, artisan creations, art demonstrations, food, music and entertainment along the art hop route that makes this the place to turn your Friday night into great fun and memories! www.artaroundtowneft.com
RoeblingFest June 20, 2015 Covington, Ky Focus on the Roebling Bridge History with tours, exhibits and character portrayals/performances. Day long Local Music, Arts and Craft fair, Silent Auction, Raffle, Local Food and Drinks, Fireworks, Pet and Family Friendly. Hand Across the Bridge Challenge. Please visit RoeblingFest and Roebling Suspension Bridge on Facebook to learn more details as we get closer to June 20th. Sponsors include CCSBC and Roebling Point Merchants, The CIty of Covington, Mercedes-Benz of Ft Mitchell, and Renaissance Investment Management . RoeblingFest – Facebook and RoeblingBridge.org Partners, Volunteers and Planners welcome!
The City Flea June 20th: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
July ::
Incline District Street Fair Saturday, July 4th ~ 3001 Price Ave Cincinnati, OH 45204 A collection of local artisan vendors in support of the community. www.facebook.com/InclineDistrictStreetFair
Second Saturday Street Faire July 11, 2015 Waynesville, OH Waynesville Merchants Association is hosting the Second Saturday Street Faire on the second Saturday of July from 10am-5pm. The festival includes booths where artists, crafters, and authors display and sell their creations. Over forty artisans will feature everything from woodworking to fiber arts. A Quick Draw Art Contest is free to enter to compete for cash prizes. Krafty Kids Market is a great place for young artisans ages 7-16 to sell their creations. There will be a free Book Swap and a Cruise-In as well as local entertainment www.secondsaturdaystreetfaire.com
Art Around Towne July 17, 2015 Towne Center Fort Thomas, KY We are excited to announce the Art Around Towne event in the beautiful Towne Center District spanning the cross sections of Highlands Ave and North Fort Thomas Avenue to the City Building in Fort Thomas, KY! Every third Friday from June through September, Fort Thomas businesses’ will open their doors to the community to celebrate in the cultural arts. As you walk from business-to-business and vendor booth-to booth, all of your senses will be engaged in great art, artisan creations, art demonstrations, food, music and entertainment along the art hop route that makes this the place to turn your Friday night into great fun and memories! www.artaroundtowneft.com
The City Flea July 25th: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
August ::
Incline District Street Fair Saturday, August 1st ~ 3001 Price Ave Cincinnati, OH 45204 A collection of local artisan vendors in support of the community. www.facebook.com/InclineDistrictStreetFair
Handcrafters Market 8/1/2015 Calvin A. Perry Community Center 8236 West Main St Alexandria KY 41001
Crafters: We will be having a handcrafters market on August 1st 2015, at the Calvin A. Perry Community Center 8236 West Main St Alexandria KY 41001. The fee is $35.00 for a 8×8 booth, we will be holding a raffle auction the day of the event with all proceeds going to CAT (Adoption & Rescue of Northern Ky and Southern Ohio).
If you make handmade items such as wreaths, crochet items, hand painted items, woodworking, candles, hairbows, tutus, key chains, jellies/jams, blankets/quits or anything considered a craft we would love to have you!!! Please email [email protected] for an application
Second Saturday Street Faire Aug. 8, 2015 Waynesville, OH Waynesville Merchants Association is hosting the Second Saturday Street Faire on the second Saturday of June from 10am-5pm. The festival includes booths where artists, crafters, and authors display and sell their creations. Over forty artisans will feature everything from woodworking to fiber arts.A Plein Air Art Contest is free to enter to compete for cash prizes. Krafty Kids Market is a great place for young artisans ages 7-16 to sell their creations. There will be a free Book Swap and a Cruise-In as well as local entertainment www.secondsaturdaystreetfaire.com
Wabash Valley Flea Market /Craft Show AUGUST 8th& 9th Terre Haute Indiana Location: Wabash Valley FairGrounds Over 100 Vendors spaces 15X15. For 60.00. For the weekend. Indoors and Outdoors under a pavilion Come make some money with us 812-239-7940
The City Flea August 15th: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
Indie Craft Market 8/21 Fountain Square ~ Handmade Indie crafts and music rock the square. Find artisans carrying handcrafted fabric arts, upcycled gems, handmade soaps, lotions and more. Artisans include Barbara’s Atlas Oils, Dear Pennyroyal and more.
Art Around Towne August 21, 2015 Towne Center Fort Thomas, KY We are excited to announce the Art Around Towne event in the beautiful Towne Center District spanning the cross sections of Highlands Ave and North Fort Thomas Avenue to the City Building in Fort Thomas, KY! Every third Friday from June through September, Fort Thomas businesses’ will open their doors to the community to celebrate in the cultural arts. As you walk from business-to-business and vendor booth-to booth, all of your senses will be engaged in great art, artisan creations, art demonstrations, food, music and entertainment along the art hop route that makes this the place to turn your Friday night into great fun and memories! www.artaroundtowneft.com
End of Summer Celebration 8/23 Krohn Conservatory ~ Come celebrate the ed of Summer with the Krohn Conservatory and local artisans. Bev’s Bees and Barbara’s Atas Oils are only two of the great artisans to be showcased.
Taste of OTR Sat 8/29 Washington Park Local food trucks, restaurants and artisans will be out celebrating OTR and supporting Tender Mercies. Stop down, eat lunch or dinner, listen to some music, visit with friends and shop.
Ludlow “Trains and Tracks” Railroad Memorabilia Show and Craft Fair ~ August 29 9am-3pm. Start your day on Davies Street browsing through tables of railroad memorabilia and craft items. There’ll be something to satisfy both railroad enthusiasts and shoppers alike. In the afternoon, make your way down to the city park to enjoy the LYF Festival and be sure to stick around for the City’s Fireworks display which will begin at dusk.
It’s a great day to be in Ludlow! If you are a craft vendor and would like to participate in “Trains and Tracks” please contact Ken Wynn at 859-912-5806.
Animal Adoption Foundation Craft Show August 29, 2015 11336 Tamarco Dr. Blue Ash, OH – The Animal Adoption Foundation, a no-kill animal rescue, will be hosting a Craft & Vendor Show at the new United Pet Fund Resource Center in Blue Ash. The event will take place on Saturday, August 29th from 12:00-4:00 PM at 11336 Tamarco Dr. and will showcase local crafters and vendors and support the adoptable cats and dogs at the Animal Adoption Foundation. Free to the public, this event will include booths from over 30 local artists and vendors, offering handcrafted jewelry, turned wood pens, quilted items, stationery, gift items and more. The show also includes vendors selling products from 31, Origami Owl and others. Shoppers will also have the opportunity to interact with adoptable pets from the Animal Adoption Foundation. This event is sure to be a fun day of shopping, raffles, prizes and pets — great for all ages! The Animal Adoption Foundation hosts events such as this annual craft show to help raise much-needed funds for the pets in our care. aafpets.org
September ::
Incline District Street Fair Saturday, September 5th 3001 Price Ave Cincinnati, OH 45204 A collection of local artisan vendors in support of the community. www.facebook.com/InclineDistrictStreetFair
Second Saturday Street Faire Sept. 12, 2015 Waynesville, OH Waynesville Merchants Association is hosting the Second Saturday Street Faire on the second Saturday of June from 10am-5pm. The festival includes booths where artists, crafters, and authors display and sell their creations. Over forty artisans will feature everything from woodworking to fiber arts. A Photography Contest is free to enter to compete for cash prizes. Krafty Kids Market is a great place for young artisans ages 7-16 to sell their creations. There will be a free Book Swap and a Cruise-In as well as local entertainment www.secondsaturdaystreetfaire.com
Art in the Park September 13th 11am-5pm Bellevue Park, KY Juried Art and Craft show https://www.facebook.com/bellevue.ky.art.in.the.park
Art Around Towne September 18, 2015 Towne Center Fort Thomas, KY We are excited to announce the Art Around Towne event in the beautiful Towne Center District spanning the cross sections of Highlands Ave and North Fort Thomas Avenue to the City Building in Fort Thomas, KY! Every third Friday from June through September, Fort Thomas businesses’ will open their doors to the community to celebrate in the cultural arts. As you walk from business-to-business and vendor booth-to booth, all of your senses will be engaged in great art, artisan creations, art demonstrations, food, music and entertainment along the art hop route that makes this the place to turn your Friday night into great fun and memories! www.artaroundtowneft.com
The City Flea September 19th: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
Fall Craft and Vendor Show September 19 2015 1313 State Route 131 Milford OH 45150 Come enjoy the fun at out fall craft show! Enjoy handmade crafts,jewelry, wood items Specialy foods and more! Plus, shop at all the local vendors . Www.hometowncraftshows.com
DevouGrass 9-26-15 – 1700 Montague Rd. Covington, KY 41011 DevouGrass is a daylong festival of Music, Artisan Craft Vendors, Children’s Activities and Performances, and Food Trucks located in beautiful Devou Park. Check our website for exciting new additions to this year’s fest as it grows closer. All proceeds will benefit The Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky. www.devougrass.com
Central Kentucky Craft Festival September 26 Owen County Fairgrounds in Owenton, KY ~ Lots of handmade items, perfect location. 1 hour or less from Louisville, Lexington, Cincinnati.
October ::
Finders Keepers Craft/Vendor show October 3, 2015 Burlington KY We have lots of vendors and crafters that will be at our event. FREE admission. Silent Auction items. At the Burlington Baptist church activities center in Northern KY.
The City Flea October 10th: Washington Park 10:00am-4:00pm; The City Flea is one of the most interesting and unique markets around. Check out the works of awesome crafters and vendors while chowing at the food trucks and listening to fine tunes by the DJ. Take the whole family! Read more in this post: http://www.familyfriendlycincinnati.com/2014/06/08/city-flea-washington-park/
November ::
Colerain High School Craft Show November 6 & 7, 2015 Colerain High School, 8801 Cheviot are, 45251 Holiday Craft Show with over 125 crafters throughout the high school. Plenty of on site parking.
Cincinnati Holiday Market 11/13/15 – 11/15/15 Duke Energy Convention Center Aisle upon aisle of unique, one-of-a-kind boutiques and specialty stores from around the greater Cincinnati area as well as out of state offering you an unparalleled selection of gourmet food, home décor, specialty clothing, personal accoutrements, and countless other wonderful items for a truly exceptional gift buying experience! www.cincinnatiholidaymarket.com
Finneytown Holiday Market Nov. 14, 2015 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Finneytown HS, 8916 Fontainebleau Terrace, 45231 34 vendors, including scrap metal artists, note cards, painters, knitters, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Perfectly Posh, Scentsy, Pampered Chef, Christmas Crafts and so much more! This is a great way to start your holiday shopping while supporting Finneytown Scholars. Gift wrap, food trucks, and bake sale. No admission charge.
Holiday Shopping Expo @ The Lawrenceburg Event Center November 20-22, 2015 Lawrenceburg Event Center, Lawrenceburg IN Get all of your Holiday shopping done in one location at the 2015 Holiday Shopping Expo. Seeking local businesses, crafters, and artisans as vendors for this event. Space is limited, and, filling up fast! Show Contact: Kim Rudisell: Finishline Marketing, LLC 513-260-2886 [email protected]
St. Thomas More Christmas Bazaar November 21, 2015 788 Ohio Pike, Cincinnati, OH 45245 at St. Thomas More School 4th Annual Christmas Bazaar Saturday, 9 am – 2 pm Crafts, Artists, & Retail Vendors, Avoid the chaos this holiday season! Shop smart! Support local business and craftsmanship. Find something for everyone on your list! Food trucks available to enjoy while you shop. FREE Admission We are currently accepting applications for vendor/crafter tables. If interested call Megan @ 513-884-8772 or email [email protected] for more information
Holiday Craft Show November 21 Day heights Fireman’s Memorial 1313 ST Rt 131 Milford Get ready for the holidays with great decorating and gift ideas at our Holiday Craft/Vendor show!
December ::
Hamilton Christmas Gift Show Dec.4 & Dec. 5, 2015 Butler County Fairgrounds ~ The first annual Hamilton Christmas Gift Show taking place on Friday, Dec. 4 & Saturday, Dec.5, 2015 both days 11:00am- 7:00pm.
This is a brand new event in Hamilton, Ohio at the great newer facilities at the Butler Co. Fairgrounds. This event is being held indoors. Along with crafters, direct sellers and local businesses, there also will be live musical entertainment, pictures with Santa, food for purchase, door prizes, free gift wrapping and more.
This will be advertised on star 93.3 Christmas Music Station (including a promotion where they will be giving away a shopping spree to the show), newspaper, yard signs, postcards, social media and more. We understand the importance of advertising. We have kept the booth spaces at a very reasonable price of $75 for a 12×8 space. Larger spaces are available at special rates. You are required to be open both days from 11-7.
City of Independence Christmas Walk ~ Holiday Market & Craft Fair Saturday December 5th, 2015 5-10pm Independence, Kentucky at the Kenton County Courthouse, Madison Pike The annual Christmas walk begins at the courthouse at 6pm and ends at the Senior Center. Festivities include a lighted parade, Santa & Mrs. Claus, Carolers, dancers, live Nativity, camel rides, and much, much more!! Family events at all businesses along Madison Pike. This year, L&M’s Busy Hands Crafts and Gifts Shoppe has added an outdoor Holiday Market and Craft Fair. Come shop the wide variety of homemade, hand spun crafts, gifts, decor and more ~ More than forty crafters, artisans and vendors will be offering sweet treats to satisfy all the senses!!! Secure package check will be available while you walk the town. HO.HO.HOPE to see you there!!!
Hopeful Marketplace December 5 2015 Hopeful Lutheran Church Florence Kentucky Crafter/vendor Fair Over 30 booths will be set up. Come get your Christmas Shoppong done. 859-525-6171
The Holiday Gals Dec 5, 2015 Lookout Farms Community Clubhouse,behind Gloria Dei church “11am-4pm there will be vendors from several different companies, live music for a bit, free snacks & drinks, free parking.
Arbonne, Origami Owl, Tastefully Simple, Scentsy, Jamberry, Thirty-One and MORE
Wabash Valley Flea Market / Craft Show December 5-6 Terre Haute Indiana Wabash Valley Fairgrounds Over 75 Vendors 60.00 For the weekend Heated Building 812-239-7940
MVCA Christmas Craft Show December 12 Miami Valley Christian Academy 6830 School Street Cincinnati Looking for that special gift? Come shop at our Christmas Craft Show!
These aren’t all Cincinnati but this is a good list with a few that you don’t have. http://craftysupermarket.com/2015/01/22/2015-spring-summer-craft-shows/