Top-Rated New Jersey Arts and Crafts
Festivals You Can't Miss

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A great New Jersey festival doesn't only sell handmade goods, it gives you a full day you won't want to cut short. If you've ever shown up to an event that felt sparse or overhyped, you know how hard it can be to find Arts Crafts Festivals that are worth the drive.

Most events go way beyond shopping. Look for food trucks, live music, beer and wine tastings, and fun for families. These festivals make great weekend or day trips, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

The festivals ahead are the ones most likely to reward your time, your budget, and your weekend plans.

Updated April 6, 2026

Ongoing 2026 New Jersey Arts & & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

Wallisch Homestead Flea & Vintage Marketplace

Held monthy from May through October: May 17, June 14, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, 2026
Ridgewood State Park, NJ
Loctaed on beautiful 99-acre site , thid dedicated vintage and antique section, along with a diverse marketplace featuring new items, crafts, and garage-sale finds. Expect local food trucks and live music throughout the day.

Rancocas Woods Craft & Antique Show

Sundays, June 7, until October 25, 2026
Rancocas Woods, Creek Road, Mt. Laurel, NJ
A monthly outdoor market featuring an eclectic mix of local handmade, vintage & antique goods with food trucks, live music and a pop-up beer garden!

North Bergen Saturday Monthly Flea & Collectible Market

1st & 3rd Saturdays of each month throughout 2026
Bergenline Ave Flea Market, North Bergen, NJ
Expect upmarket, new merchandise, vintage & collectibles & arts & crafts.

April 2026 New Jersey Arts & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

New Jersey Punk Rock Flea Market Spring Fling
April 11th, 12th, 2026
Edison, NJ
The New Jersey Punk Rock Flea Market Spring Fling returns to the NJ Convention & Expo Center bringing together 100+ vendors, food trucks, live music, tattoo artists, vintage finds, and all the wonderfully weird punk inspired treasures that make this market such a cult favorite. It's a high energy, alternative shopping experience perfect for music lovers, collectors, DIY creators, and anyone who thrives on bold, offbeat culture.
Cost: Advance tickets are $15 through March 31, $20 starting April 1, and $20 cash-only at the door.

Fanwood Vendor Pop-Up & Craft Fair
April 12, 2026: 10am - 4pm
Fanwood Train Station, 256 South Avenue, Fanwood, NJ
This event features food, music, and 60+ exhibitors. Parking is available at the North side train station then just walk over the bridge.
Cost: Free

Spring Vendor Pop Up & Craft Fair
Sunday, April 12, 2026: 10am-4pm
Fanwood Train Station, 236 South Ave, Fanwood, NJ
Expect good food, great music, and 60+ exhibitors. Feature gourmet food trucks, and live music by Richie G throughout the day.

Art Goes To Town
Saturday, April 25, 2026: 10 am to 4 pm
200 Tuckerton Rd, Medford, NJ
Expect some of the finest artists and makers in the region for a juried fine arts and craft fair set within the charming Village at Taunton Forge.
Cost: Free

Annual Community Stirling Spring Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
Sunday, April 26, 2026: 10am-5pm
393 Main Ave., Stirling NJ
This event will feature quality exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, a special arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, great festival foods & food trucks, and so much more.
Cost: Free

Red Bank Street Fair & Craft Show
Sunday, April 26, 2026: 11:00 AM
Downtown Red Bank, Red Bank, NJ
This family fun day features original & interesting arts & crafts, live music, kid's rides, and food.
Cost: Free

May 2026 New Jersey Arts & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

Buena Fine Crafts & Artisans Spring Festival & Car Show
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Buena Historical Society, 201 Kennedy Drive, Landisville, NJ
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 and a car show hosted by South Jersey Mopar Connection.
Proceeds from the event  benefit Tunnel To Towers & Buena Historical Society
Cost: $1 donation (children 12 & under free!)

Jersey Cape Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival
May 9, 10, 2026: 10am-4pm
Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May, NJ,
This event brings together 75+ 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!
Cost: $12. $20 for a 2-day admission

Thompson Park's Annual Creative Arts & Music Festival
Saturday, May 9, 2026:10am - 4 pm
Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Road, Lincroft, NJ
This event is a juried art festival, open to artists of all mediums. In addition to the art vendors, the day will be filled with art demonstrations, live music, and food vendors.
Cost: Free

Allaire Spring Craft Show
Saturday, May 16th. 2026: 10am - 4pm
The Historic Village at Allaire Allaire State Park , 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Farmingdale, NJ
This event festures 130 crafters, Allaire artisans, crafters, exhibits, historic demonstrations, and more to kick off The Craft Show season in style! 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.
Cost: $5.95 ten years of age and older.

Create in the Crest Arts Festival
May 16, 2026: 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.
Cost: Free

The Historic Village at Allaire - Spring Craft & Vendor Show
May 15, 2026
The Historic Village at Allaire, 4263 Atlantic Avenue, Wall Township, NJ
This annual event features Over 130 crafters, Allaire artisans, crafters, exhibits, historic demonstrations, and more to kick off their Craft Show season in style! Local artists will be demonstrating and selling their works. There will be craft demonstrations at the Carpenter, Blacksmith, and Tinsmith shops! General Store, Allaire Bakery, a Food Truck will be on site
Cost: $5 per person 10 years old and up.

Rose Squared Art Show Verona Park
May 16, 17, 2026
475 Bloomfield Ave, Verona, NJ
This event features an inspiring mix of fine art and fine craft, including apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D/3D mixed media, and photography.
Set in Verona Park, with more than 54 acres, the fifth largest park in the Essex County.
Cost: Free

Annual Kenilworth Street Fair & Classic Car Show
Sunday, May 17, 2026: 10am-4pm
567 Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ
This event will feature quality exhibitors, a special crafter's section, lots of great food, kiddie rides, a kids' area, live music and performances, local merchants & civic organizations, and a large classic car show. The car show starts on the west end of the event at 14th Street.
Cost: Free

Annual May Fair
Saturday, May 23, 2026: 10am to 5pm.
Business district along Haddon Avenue, Collingswood, NJ
This event features multiple stages of live music featuring blues, rock, folk and more with more than 200 artists and crafters, a children's "KidZone" with carnival games, and rides.
Cost: Free

Wildwoods Boardwalk Crafts Show
May 23, 24, 2026
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. 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.
Cost: Free

25th Annual Highlands Seaport Craft Show
May 24th, 2026
Huddy Park, 329 Bay Ave., Highlands, NJ
This event features e a delightful collection of various handmade crafts from more than 60 crafters and artisans. 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.
Cost: Free

Long Branch Art in the Park
May 24, 2026; 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.
Cost: Free

27th Annual Spring Chester Craft Show
May 30, 31, 2026: 10am - 5pm
Municipal Field, 134 Main Street, Chester,NJ
This event features 175 crafters and makers showcasing their talents in the heart of historic Chester. Discover inspired, handcrafted works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D/3D mixed media, and photography.
Cost: $6.00. Kids 12 and under are free.

South Jersey Arts Fest
May 30, 2026
Appel Farm Arts and Music Center, 457 Shirley Road, Elmer, NJ
Celebrate the arts and artists of South Jersey with live music, food and drink, craft vendors, and art-making! The day will include live music on our Grove Stage, Craft vendors from throughout the region, a variety of yummy eats from food trucks, and beer, wine and spirits by local producers.
Appel Farm teaching artists will lead art making workshops for all ages, and local young artists will display their artwork in a pop-up outdoor art gallery!
Cost: Free

June 2026 New Jersey Arts & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

Hot Air Balloons, Arts & Crafts Festival
June 6, 7, 2026
Warren County Community College, 475 NJ-57, Washington, NJ
This family event features hot air balloons, arts & crafts, live entertainment, food trucks, drones, and a car show on Sunday.
Cost: Online June 4, 2026: $10 Adult, $4 Ages 5-12 (4 and under free), $5 Parking | Gate and Online after June 4, 2026: $12 Adult, $5 Ages 5-12 (4 and under free), $6 Parking

Ocean Grove Sand & Sea Arts Festival
June 13, 2026
Ocean Pathway, Ocean Grove, NJ
This event located steps away from the beach, features handcrafted goods, from artisan jewelry and coastal home décor to fine art, specialty foods, and one-of-a-kind creations. A family-friendly event with live coastal-inspired music throughout the day, Kids' activities, and food trucks.
Cost: Free

Montvale "Mile Long" Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
Sunday, June 14, 2026: 10am-5pm
101 Paragon Drove, Montvale NJ
This event will feature over 150 quality exhibitors, a special arts & crafts section, a kid's area, a community section, 2 food courts, and continuous live entertainment all day.
Cost: Free

Hammonton Red White and Blue Berry Festival
June 28, 2026
Hammonton High School, 566 Old Forks Road, Hammonton, NJ
This family event features Live music, kids Rides & activities, Classic Car Show, Blueberry Pie Eating contest, a juried Arts & Crafts show, Food, and more.
Cost: Free

September 2026 New Jersey Arts & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

Riverdale's Annual Labor Day Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
September 7, 2026: 10 AM-5 PM
83 Newark Pompton Turnpike, Riverdale NJ
This Labor Day event features exhibitors selling a selection of assorted items, a special arts & crafts section, live entertainment, kiddie rides & games, great festival foods & food trucks, and so much more.
Cost: Free

Annual Chester Fall Craft Show
September 12 & 13, 2026: 10am-5pm (Rain or Shine)
Municipal Field, 134 Main Street, Chester
Find classic and contemporary handmade goods, fine art, farmhouse décor, and gifts for all ages. Explore 175 exceptional crafters and makers showcasing their talents. Discover inspired, handcrafted works in apothecary, artisanal foods, ceramics, jewelry, wood, digital art, decorative and wearable fiber, furniture, glass, painting, 2D/3D mixed media, and photography. Chester offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city style. Stroll through more than 80 boutique shops featuring one-of-a-kind gifts, home décor, delicious confections, dazzling jewelry, trendy clothing, and unique accessories.
Cost: Free

October 2026 New Jersey Arts & Crafts Events & Creative Festivals

Edison’s “Fall Family Spectacular” Street Fair & Food Truck Fest
Saturday, October 17, 2026: 1PM-9PM
1011 Amboy Ave., Edison, NJ
This event features over eight blocks of food, crafts, exhibitors, and a wine and beer garden.

Cost: Free

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