Craft Shows & Fairs in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma City is the center of gravity for craft shows in Oklahoma. OKC Fair Park at 3001 General Pershing Blvd hosts An Affair of the Heart three times a year in the Bennett Event Center and Centennial building, with jewelry, handbags, furniture, clothing, and gourmet foods. The Oklahoma State Fair runs each September on the same grounds (11 days, September 17–27, in 2026). The Paseo Arts Festival brings over 80 juried artists to the Paseo Arts District every Memorial Day weekend. From the Red Earth Festival at the Oklahoma City Convention Center in March to holiday markets in December, the city's craft fair calendar runs nearly year-round.
Oklahoma City's Craft Show Scene
Braum's Affair of the Heart, first held in Oklahoma City in 1985, is the event Oklahomans know by name. Its 2026 dates are early February (6–8), mid-June (12–14), and late October (23–25) at OKC Fair Park's Bennett Event Center and Centennial building. The show covers jewelry, handbags, furniture, clothing, gourmet foods, and more from artists, craftsmen, and independent retailers. Adult admission for the October 2026 show is $13; children 12 and under are free. It bills itself as the largest arts, crafts and boutiques show in Oklahoma.
The Paseo Arts Festival operates on a different model — a free, juried outdoor fine art show every Memorial Day weekend in the Paseo Arts District, one of Oklahoma City's most established arts neighborhoods. With over 80 juried artists and thousands of visitors (May 29–31 in 2027), it is the city's premier fine art event. The Paseo district itself supports galleries, studios, and rotating shows throughout the year.
Red Earth Festival brings a Native American art market, with a juried artist review, to the Oklahoma City Convention Center in March. Red Earth FallFest is its October companion event at Scissortail Park (Saturday, October 17 in 2026).
For smaller-format events, boutique pop-ups and holiday markets around the metro fill in between the big shows; check local listings for current dates.
Independent shops across the city carry Oklahoma-made goods year-round, reflecting the city's maker culture beyond the event calendar.
Country Fairs & County Events Near Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma State Fair at OKC Fair Park is the state's largest annual event — running 11 days beginning mid-September (September 17–27 in 2026) with livestock competitions, 4-H and FFA exhibits, and entertainment. The fair calls itself one of the top state fairs in North America.
The State Fair serves as the metro's big agricultural and creative arts showcase, with 4-H and FFA exhibits among its competitions.
Best Times to Visit Oklahoma City for Craft Events
Spring is the opening stretch. The Red Earth Festival runs in March. The Paseo Arts Festival fills Memorial Day weekend. The first Affair of the Heart of the year runs in early February — technically winter, but it kicks off the year's craft calendar.Summer narrows to the June Affair of the Heart. Oklahoma City heat (regularly in the 90s and 100s) pushes most activity indoors through July and August.
Fall is the densest period. The Oklahoma State Fair fills September. The fall Affair of the Heart runs in late October. Red Earth FallFest comes to Scissortail Park in October.
The holiday season adds holiday markets and church bazaars across the metro.
Nearby Cities for Craft Shows
Oklahoma City's metro position gives residents access to craft events across central Oklahoma.
- Norman — ~20 miles south; Medieval Fair of Norman (spring, free)
- Guthrie — ~30 miles north; historic district antique and artisan shops
- Stillwater — ~60 miles north; Payne County Expo Center events
- Tulsa — ~100 miles northeast; Mayfest (May); Oktoberfest (October); Affair of the Heart Tulsa (July and November)
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the best craft shows in Oklahoma City?
An Affair of the Heart at OKC Fair Park is the largest, by its own billing — three times annually. The Paseo Arts Festival on Memorial Day weekend is the premier juried fine art event (80+ juried artists, free). The Red Earth Festival is the top venue for Native American artisan work.
When do craft shows happen in Oklahoma City?
The calendar runs nearly year-round. Affair of the Heart operates in February, June, and October. The Paseo Arts Festival fills Memorial Day weekend. The Oklahoma State Fair runs in September (11 days, September 17–27, in 2026). Red Earth Festival is in spring, Red Earth FallFest in October. Holiday markets run November through December. Summer is the quietest period due to heat.
Are there Native American art markets in Oklahoma City?
Yes. The Red Earth Festival at the Oklahoma City Convention Center is a Native art market held in March, with a jury review for artists. Red Earth FallFest is held at Scissortail Park in October. Red Earth, Inc. also runs the Red Earth Art Center.
Is there a handmade market scene in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City has one of the strongest handmade scenes in the Southern Plains. The Paseo Arts District supports galleries, studios, and rotating artisan shows. Independent shops carry Oklahoma-made handmade goods. An Affair of the Heart provides the large-scale handmade vendor experience three times a year.
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