Craft Shows & Fairs in Augusta, Georgia

Augusta anchors the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA), a bi-state region spanning east Georgia and west South Carolina.

The city's craft scene is shaped by the Greater Augusta Arts Council, a network of community event organizers, and a growing calendar of handmade markets that has expanded steadily in recent years.

Augusta's Craft Show Scene

Augusta Handmade Fair is the city's flagship handmade event, organized with support from the Greater Augusta Arts Council. It spotlights handmade artists, makers, and small businesses from Augusta and the wider CSRA.

In 2026, due to ongoing downtown construction, the fair pivoted to a series of spring pop-up events running March through May — bringing the handmade market experience to multiple venues across the region rather than concentrating everything in one large event.

Sacred Heart Garden Festival (April 23–24) at the historic Sacred Heart Cultural Center is one of Augusta's most established arts events. It draws a broad mix of collectors, art buyers, and craft shoppers:

Antique and collectible vendors
Fine art and fine craft exhibitors
Homegrown products
Five food booths in the historic building's garden setting

Spring Craft and Artisan Market at Back to Nature Garden Center brings up to 40 local artisans together with free admission, live entertainment, and a mini farm for families. It draws a loyal local crowd. Columbia County Spring Fair (April 17–26, 2026) serves the suburban Augusta corridor with a traditional fair format including rides, exhibits, and vendor areas.

Country Fairs & County Events Near Augusta

Columbia County Spring Fair (western suburbs) fills the county fair function for Augusta's largest suburban county.

Burke County, Jefferson County, and McDuffie County fairs are within 30–45 miles and carry the agricultural fair tradition for the rural CSRA communities.

The Georgia National Fair in Perry (~100 miles west) is the largest fair event accessible to Augusta residents. Across the state line, the South Carolina State Fair in Columbia is another regional option (~70 miles northeast).

Best Times to Visit Augusta for Craft Events

Spring is the primary craft show season — April and May concentrate most of Augusta's handmade market activity.

One important note: the Masters golf tournament occupies the first full week of April and creates extreme demand on Augusta hotels and transportation. Most craft event organizers schedule around that week. If you're visiting for craft shows, aim for the second or third week of April or into May.

Fall brings additional artisan market activity in September–October. The holiday season is lower-key than Atlanta or Athens for craft-specific events.

Nearby Cities for Craft Shows

Athens — 80 miles west; Indie South Fair, Holiday Hooray, and the Athens handmade market scene
Aiken, SC — 17 miles east; Lowcountry-adjacent artisan community with seasonal markets
Savannah — 130 miles southeast; Crafts on the River and the coastal Georgia artisan scene
Atlanta — 150 miles west; statewide Georgia craft show listings

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best craft shows in Augusta, Georgia?

The Augusta Handmade Fair (spring pop-up series, March–May) and the Sacred Heart Garden Festival (April, Sacred Heart Cultural Center) are the two flagship events. The Spring Craft and Artisan Market at Back to Nature Garden Center is a free-admission community favorite.

When do craft shows happen in Augusta?

Spring is the primary season — April and May concentrate most activity. Plan around Masters Tournament week (first full week of April) if you're visiting from out of town. Fall adds additional artisan markets in September–October.

Are there country fairs near Augusta?

The Columbia County Spring Fair (April, suburban Augusta) is the closest traditional county fair. Burke, Jefferson, and McDuffie County fairs serve the rural CSRA. The Georgia National Fair in Perry (~100 miles west) is the region's major annual fair.

Is there a handmade market scene in Augusta?

Yes, anchored by the Augusta Handmade Fair and the Greater Augusta Arts Council. The CSRA handmade community has grown in recent years, with the 2026 pop-up format expanding the scene beyond a single annual event.

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