Craft Shows & Fairs in Reno, Nevada

Reno anchors Northern Nevada's craft show community with a mix of convention center events, artisan markets, and the annual Nevada State Fair. Craft fairs in Reno benefit from the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, one of the largest event venues in the region, which hosts Tanners Marketplace across multiple weekends throughout the year. Reno Crafters and Artists maintains a year-round schedule of arts and craft fairs in Reno, Sparks, Carson City, and surrounding areas. The Reno Midtown Art Walk runs monthly, combining visual arts, live music, and artisanal goods in a walkable neighborhood setting.

Reno's Craft Show Scene

Tanners Marketplace at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center is the city's most visible recurring craft event. Running multiple weekends throughout the year, it brings together arts, crafts, vintage goods, and antiques under one roof with $4–$5 admission. The convention center's size accommodates large vendor counts and comfortable browsing even during Northern Nevada's cold winters.

The Handmade Market at the Sands Regency focuses specifically on artisan-made goods — a deliberate contrast to the broader vendor mix at convention center shows. Reno Crafters and Artists serves as a community hub, maintaining schedules and connections for craft fairs across Northern Nevada.

The Reno Midtown Art Walk is a monthly event that turns Midtown Reno into an open-air gallery and artisan market. Visual artists display work, live musicians perform, and artisanal vendors set up along the district's walkable corridor. It is one of the few recurring craft-adjacent events in Nevada that operates on a monthly cadence outside of a convention center setting.

The VendorCraft Expo and Reno-Tahoe International Art Show add depth to the calendar, drawing vendors and artists from across the region to compete and sell in Northern Nevada.

Country Fairs & State Fair in Reno

The Nevada State Fair runs June 10–14, 2026 at the Nevada State Fairgrounds in Reno. Five days of antiques, crafts, fine art exhibitors, 50+ food booths, four stages of entertainment, carnival rides, and agricultural exhibits make this the state's primary agricultural and arts gathering. The fair is governed by the Nevada Department of Agriculture.

Sparks, five miles east, shares the Reno metro and event culture. Carson City, 30 miles south, and Virginia City, 35 miles south, both host occasional craft and art events that draw from the same Northern Nevada vendor community.

Best Times to Visit Reno for Craft Events

Nearby Cities for Craft Shows

• Las Vegas — ~440 miles south; year-round indoor craft shows at casino convention centers; LV Craft Shows curated events
• Henderson — ~445 miles south; Art Festival of Henderson (Mother's Day weekend); Water Street District markets
• Boulder City — ~450 miles south; Art in the Park (October, 300+ artists, 80,000+ visitors)

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the best craft shows in Reno?

Tanners Marketplace at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center is the largest recurring craft event, running multiple weekends with arts, crafts, vintage, and antiques. The Handmade Market at the Sands Regency focuses on artisan-made goods. The Nevada State Fair (June) brings craft and fine art exhibitors to the Nevada State Fairgrounds. The Reno Midtown Art Walk runs monthly with visual arts and artisanal vendors.

When do craft shows happen in Reno?

Year-round. Tanners Marketplace runs multiple weekends across the calendar. The Reno Midtown Art Walk runs monthly. The Nevada State Fair is held in mid-June. Reno Crafters and Artists maintains a continuous schedule of fairs. Outdoor events are most comfortable May through October. Holiday markets fill November and December.

Are there country fairs near Reno?

The Nevada State Fair at the Nevada State Fairgrounds in Reno is the primary agricultural and crafts fair, running five days each June. Carson City (30 miles south) and Virginia City (35 miles south) host occasional community fairs and heritage events. The sparse population of rural Northern Nevada limits county fair programming compared to agricultural states.

Is there a handmade market scene in Reno?

Reno has an active handmade market community anchored by Reno Crafters and Artists, which maintains a year-round schedule of craft fairs. The Handmade Market at the Sands Regency focuses specifically on artisan goods. The Reno Midtown Art Walk supports local artists and artisanal vendors monthly. Northern California and Lake Tahoe artists regularly participate in Reno events, broadening the vendor base.

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