It's not your Grandmother's Craft Fair!
Picture yourself in the shadows of the beautiful Green Mountains listening to live music while you sip a craft cocktail! Then browse through a juried Fair of one of a kind pieces - unique gifts, keepsakes for your home, or special touches to add to your wardrobe. From small whimsical items for a few dollars to major artwork and jewelry, there is something for everyone.
The non-profit Valley Players community theater group purchased the highly successful Craft Fair in 1989, after the fair had been owned privately for 19 years. Staffed by a professional market manager and numerous volunteers, the fair provides support to maintain the Valley Players Theater on Main Street in Waitsfield. The group has been promoting cultural activities in the Mad River Valley for forty years, including production of plays and musicals, education in theatrical arts, and concerts and comedy shows.
Check out this interview with Laura Arnesen, Craft Fair Manager!
At this time we are planning to follow the Vermont State guidelines
for events. Please visit
https://accd.vermont.gov/covid-19 for details.
Live Music
Scheduled to appear on Saturday morning is Green Mountain Swing, a 17-piece ‘big band’ that recently appeared at the Burlington Discover Jazz Festival. On Saturday afternoon, the J.J. Booth Duo from Warren will perform Indie Rock/Pop and Alt. Country tunes. On Sunday morning Madigan Linnane will reutrn to play in her modern folk/pop/indie musical style with songs that appeal to a broad audience, and on Sunday afternoon the Medicine Tribe returns to the Craft Fair, featuring Colleen Mari Mays of Warren, playing Americana-style covers and original songs.
Kids get in free!
We love kids! They get into the Craft Fair for free (12 and under)
There will also be free Face Painting!
Special Events
On Sat., Aug 31 and Sun., Sept 1 at noon, the Dinoman Science show will use magic, clever explanations and incredible props to present a dynamic program of dinosaurs, science and fun for the whole family. Local scientist Bob Lisaius travels the East Coast sharing his dinosaur wisdom at schools, libraries, and special events, and now he’ll perform in his hometown. Adults and kids alike will enjoy this interactive, hands on science show.
Food Court
As you would expect ... festive fare! A variety of foods from Gyros to authentic Somali cuisine to classic hamburgers & hot dogs, and of course, irresistible sweet stuff! Take a break from shopping and have lunch under our shaded tent with table seating. There are great "Made in Vermont" beverages including maple lemonade, wine, beer, and canned cocktails.
Personal Shopping Service
Get a jump on holiday shopping. We’ve got the ideas and plenty of unique gifts. Whether you need to buy gifts for babies, birthdays, weddings or your boss, a personal shopper is available to offer suggestions and help you select a gift. Ask for Laura at the entrance and be prepared to discuss your budget and gift giving need.
Animals
Sorry, we love them too, but NO pets are allowed at this event.
Please do not leave your pets in your car. This event is typically too hot.
Handicap Accessible
We offer handicap parking close to the entrance to the fair and a handicap port-o-let (when facing the big tent all the port-o-lets are on the right side).
The aisles are wide enough for wheelchairs and walkers so please join us!