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.
Kids get in free!
We love kids! They get into the Craft Fair for free (12 and under)
Face Painting will be returning to this years fair and new to the fair Lawn Games.
Art Demonstrations (back next year!)
Many of our artists like to do demos in their booths. Others come to the first row under the big tent to do demonstrations at specific times throughout the weekend. Due to COVID-19 precautions, we're not offering demos this year.
Food Court
As you would expect ... festive fare. A variety of foods from hamburgers to vegetarian fare and, of course, irresistible sweet stuff! Take a break from shopping and have lunch. Kid's favorites are available. There are great "Made in Vermont" beverage and food tasting opportunities throughout the craft fair to enjoy as well.
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.
Massage
Mad River Massage will again be available for Seated Massage. A percenatge of their proceeds are donated to the Valley Players. Experience the ultimate in massage! www.madrivermassage.com
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!
