Top-Rated New Jersey Arts and Crafts
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Best New Jersey Arts and Crafts Festivals 2025
Discover the top arts and crafts festivals in New Jersey, showcasing an impressive array of talent from juried artists and craftspeople across the tri-state area and beyond.
These events celebrate creativity, featuring a mix of handmade artistry, unique specialty items, and curated collections.
From large-scale national and regional events drawing over 50,000 visitors to charming local fundraisers, these festivals offer something for everyone.
Most shows highlight juried artists and craftspeople who travel from out of state to present their work, making them must-visit destinations for art enthusiasts and collectors alike.
2025 Multi-date NJ Arts & Crafts Shows
Wildwoods Boardwalk Crafts Shows
2925 Craft Show Dates May 24 & 25, June 21 & 22, July 4, 5, & 6, 12 & 13, 19 & 20, August 2 & 3, 9 & 10, 29 & 30, Labor Day Weekend.
Under backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and the iconic Wildwoods sign, the shows feature an array of talented artisans and crafters, offering everything from handcrafted jewelry and home décor to unique artwork and beach-inspired treasures. As you explore the many booths lining the southern end of the "boards", you'll find one-of-a-kind gifts, delicious homemade treats, and more. Whether you're looking for the perfect souvenir or simply soaking in the sights and sounds, the Boardwalk Crafts Shows provide a delightful shopping experience.
May 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
Buena Fine Crafts & Artisans Spring Festival & Car Show
Saturday, May 3, 2025
Buena Historical Society
201 Kennedy Drive
Buena, NJ
Cost: $1
This event is a day filled with fun, food, and festivities! It will feature over 100 crafters, artisans, flowers & plants, wineries, food trucks, music, rides, cultural & ethnic, museum, horse & carriage rides & more.
Jersey Cape Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
May 10, 11, 2025: 10am-4pm
Historic Cold Spring Village
735 Seashore Road
Cape May, NJ,
This event brings together 50+ local and regional artists and fine crafts persons.
Both days will feature lectures from authors and collectors, sea glass ID, music, food trucks, kids events and contests and so much more!
Allaire Spring Craft Show
Saturday, May 17th. 2025; 10am - 4pm
The Historic Village at Allaire Allaire State Park
4263 Atlantic Avenue
Farmingdale, NJ
Cost: $5 ten years of age and older
This event festures 130 crafters, Allaire artisans, crafters, exhibits, historic demonstrations, and more to kick off our Craft Show season in style! Join us for our Spring Craft Show and Historic Demonstrations throughout the village. Local artists will be demonstrating and selling their works. Paintings, pottery, textiles and more! They will have craft demonstrations at the Carpenter, Blacksmith, and Tinsmith shops! General Store, Allaire Bakery, a Food Truck will be on site.
Rose Squared Art Show Verona Park
Saturday & Sunday, May 17, 18, 2025: Hours 10-5 Saturday and Sunday. Rain or shine
475 Bloomfield Ave
Verona, NJ
This event features more than 90 artisans showcasing both fine art and fine craft with works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D/3D mixed media and photography.
Verona Park boasts more than 54 acres and is the fifth largest park in the Essex County Department of Parks, our Rose Squared partner. Featuring a beautiful lake, this easily accessible park (off Bloomfield Avenue) is an enchanting setting and has a fantastic layout for strolling through the art show while shopping and engaging with artists.
Create in the Crest Arts Festival
Saturday, May 18, 2025, 2025; 10am to 1pm
Crest Arts Pavilion
6301 Ocean Avenue
Wildwood Crest, NJ
This event features a diverse array of talented artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and creators who will be demonstrating their craft, displaying stunning works, and offering unique pieces for sale. Visitors can also take part in interactive sessions to learn artistic techniques firsthand. Enjoy live music as you explore the inspiring exhibits..
Art in the Park Day
May 24, 2025; 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Peters Valley School of Craft
19 Kuhn Rd
Sandyston, NJ
Cost: Free
Enjoy Fine Craft Demonstrations. Visitors will be treated to artist demonstrations of the various crafts that are taught here at Peters Valley such as: Blacksmithing, Ceramics, Fibers, Fine Metals, Printmaking, Weaving and Woodworking. There will be fine crafts by over 300 artisans. Shop the work of professional artists. A selection of artists will have booths set up where they will be selling their work. Food & Live Music Too!
24th Annual Highlands Seaport Craft Show
May 25, 2025: 10am until 5pm
Huddy Park
329 Bay Ave.
Highlands, NJ
Event Cost: Free
This event features a collection of various handmade crafts from more than 60 crafters and artisans with live music from 12 PM- 4 PM. There will be a huge variety of unique gifts, art, jewelry, and personal items at this Juried Show.
Long Branch Art in the Park
Sunday, May 25, 2025; 10 am - 5pm
West End Park
Brighton Ave,
Long Branch, NJ
This event features up to 50 Juried Artists! Showcasing works on paper and canvas, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry, photography, and more.
Memorial Day Weekend Boardwalk Craft Show
May 24 - 25, 2025 (Rain or shine)
On the Boardwalk at Rio Grande Avenue
Wildwood, NJ
Free admission
This event features
artisans, handmade crafts, boutique items, gifts, and much more. Stroll along the boardwalk and browse the unique offerings
27th Annual Spring Craft Show
May 31st & June 1st, 2025; 10:00 - 5:00; Rain or Shine
Municipal Field
134 Main Street
Chester,NJ
Cost: Admission is $6.00. Kids 12 and under are free.
This event features
a wide variety of hand made items including traditional craft, fine art, and country crafts. Find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list as well as beautiful handcrafted furnishings for your home.
June 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival
Saturday, Sunday, June 7, 8, 2025
Warren County Community College
475 NJ-57
Washington, NJ
This family event features
hot air balloons, arts & crafts, live entertainment, food trucks, drones, a car show and more.
Ocean Grove Giant Craft Show
Saturday, June 21, 2025; 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Ocean Pathway
Ocean Grove, NJ
This event located steps away from the beach, features
300+ artisans offering handmade crafts along with food vendors.
July 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival
July 12, 13, 2025
Downtown haddonfield along Kings Highway between Washington Avenue and Haddon Avenue, along Tanner Street to Euclid Avenue
Haddonfield, NJ
Cost:
Free
This event features more than 200 artists showcasing the best of fine art and craft from the region and beyond. Visit artist booths, restaurants, and shops along Kings Highway between Washington Avenue and Haddon Avenue, along Tanner Street to Euclid Avenue, and the Emerging Artists Area on Kings Court.
The WheatonArts Antique & Summer Market
July 26 & 27, 2025;
10 a.m. to 4 p.m (rain or shine)
WheatonArts
1501 Glasstown Rd
Millville, NJ
Cost:
$12 adults, $11 seniors, $7 students, and children 5 & under are free. Note: The Antique & Summer Market is included with General Admission to WheatonArts.
This indoor/outdoor event features a standout collection of Antique Dealers from the Mid-Atlantic area showcasing a wide selection of ceramics, furniture, glass, jewelry, memorabilia, toys, vintage accessories, and more. Enjoy a variety of local artists, traditional craftspeople, food vendors, and farm market proprietors.
August 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
Ocean City Annual Boardwalk Art Show
August 1, 2, 3, 2025
Ocean City Boardwalk
825 Boardwalk
Ocean City, NJ
This annual event features leading artists from throughout the East Coast exhibit and sell their work.
Vintage & Crafts at Jubilee Park
Sunday, August 3, 2025: 10am - 4pm.
936 Allwood Rd & the corner of Clifton Ave
Clifton NJ
This event features vintage vendors selling antiques, collectibles, vintage, retro, and repurposed items, and shabby chic decor, and .. in addition there will be artisans and crafts people selling drawings, paintings, sculptures, printmaking, mixed media, photography, metal art, designer jewelry & accessories, and more.
Live music & food trucks will also be present.
National Lighthouse Day Crafts & Collectibles Show
Thursday, August 7, 2025; 10 am - 4 pm
Emlen Physick Estate
1048 Washington Street
Cape May, NJ
This event features high quality, handmade, original pieces of art or collectibles and crafts from the wares of vendors and crafters from throughout the Northeast.
Collingswood Crafts and Fine Art Festival
Saturday, Sunday, August 16, 17, 2025
Haddon Avenue
Collingswood, NJ
This event features
150+ juried craft and fine artists. Expect to see handcrafted pottery, blown and stained glass, fine and fashion jewelry, leather, wooden utensils and furniture, unique clothing, garden embellishments, handsome home decor, paintings, photographs, pet specialties, gourmet delights, candles, soaps, scents, the Emerging Artist Alley with live musicians playing throughout the Festival, Family Fun Art Activities,
and much more.
September 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
52nd Annual Fall Craft Show
Sptember 6, 7, 2025; 10:00 - 5:00; Rain or Shine
Municipal Field
134 Main Street
Chester,NJ
Cost: Admission is $6.00. Kids 12 and under are free.
This event features
a wide variety of hand made items including traditional craft, fine art, and country crafts. Find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list as well as beautiful handcrafted furnishings for your home.
December 2025 Arts & Crafts Events
Holiday Craft Show Morristown
December 12, 13, 14, 2025
Morristown National Guard Armory
430 Western Ave.
Morristown, NJ
Admission: $0-12
This event features
one-of-a-kind handmade items for every age, taste and budget with shopping for uncommon and one-of-a-kind gifts from 175 of America's finest craft artists. Find original fashions, accessories, jewelry, home décor, furniture, photography and fine art, as well as functional and sculptural works in ceramics, glass, metal, wood, mixed media and more! After you shop-til-you-drop enjoy yummy gourmet specialties to snack on or bring home like gourmet nut butters, bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup and much more. Plus, don't miss handmade soaps and beauty products!
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are New Jersey Arts & Crafts Shows?
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What are New Jersey Arts & Crafts Shows?
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These are events where artisans, crafters, and creators showcase and sell their handmade goods, including jewelry, pottery, paintings, textiles, and more. These shows often feature live demonstrations, workshops, and entertainment.
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Are the shows open to the public?
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Are the shows open to the public?
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Yes, most New Jersey arts and crafts shows are open to the public. Some may require tickets or a small entrance fee, while others are free.
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How can I participate as a vendor?
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How can I participate as a vendor?
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Vendors typically need to apply through the event's official website or contact the organizer. Applications may include a fee and require photos or descriptions of your work.
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Are there restrictions on the types of crafts I can sell?
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Are there restrictions on the types of crafts I can sell?
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Yes, most shows prioritize handmade, original items. Some shows may exclude mass-produced or commercial products. Be sure to review the vendor guidelines for each event.
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What fees are associated with being a vendor?
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What fees are associated with being a vendor?
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Fees vary by event and booth size. They can range from $50 to several hundred dollars. Some events also require a percentage of sales or additional fees for electricity and other amenities.
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Can I bring my children or pets?
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Can I bring my children or pets?
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Most shows are family-friendly, but policies regarding pets vary. Check the specific event details to confirm.
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Is parking available?
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Is parking available?
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Most venues provide parking, but availability and cost can vary. Some shows may also offer shuttle services.
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Are the venues accessible for people with disabilities?
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Are the venues accessible for people with disabilities?
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Many events take place in accessible venues, but it’s best to check with organizers to confirm details about ramps, restrooms, and other accommodations.
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Do the shows offer workshops or classes?
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Do the shows offer workshops or classes?
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Some events include workshops, live demonstrations, or DIY crafting stations. Check the event’s schedule for details.
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Are food and beverages available?
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Are food and beverages available?
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Many arts and crafts shows feature food trucks, stands, or designated dining areas.
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What happens if the event is canceled due to bad weather?
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What happens if the event is canceled due to bad weather?
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Outdoor events may have rain dates or cancellation policies. Indoor events are less likely to be affected. Check the event’s refund or rescheduling policy for details.
