Craft Shows & Country Fairs in Georgia
Georgia's craft show and fair calendar stretches from the Blue Ridge Mountains in the north to the Golden Isles along the coast.
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With 159 counties — more than any state east of the Mississippi — and an agricultural fair heritage dating to the 19th century, Georgia delivers a dense and varied schedule of handmade markets, juried art festivals, and traditional county fairs across every region.
What to Expect at Georgia Craft Shows
The range here covers a wide spectrum. On one end: the Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park, one of the Southeast's most established craft shows, with 400+ exhibitors at its 58th annual edition in 2026. On the other: intimate community markets like the Indie South Fair in Athens and neighborhood pop-ups tracked by Makers and Markets ATL.
Most Georgia shows mix pottery, jewelry, woodworking, textile arts, and fine art alongside food vendors and live music.
The state's Appalachian heritage runs strong in the north Georgia mountains — traditional woodcarving, gourd art, quilting, and folk pottery show up alongside contemporary handmade goods at events in Blue Ridge, Dahlonega, and Helen.
Indoor and outdoor formats both thrive. Summer heat pushes many events indoors or into shaded park settings. Fall is the dominant season for large outdoor festivals. Spring brings a wave of arts-in-the-park events across metro Atlanta, Macon, and Savannah.
Admission varies widely:
- Many community markets are free (such as the Chastain Park Arts Festival)
- Larger juried shows may charge a modest entrance fee (check each show's website for current pricing)
- The Georgia National Fair charges standard gate admission
Country Fairs & County Fairs in Georgia
Georgia has more counties than any other state east of the Mississippi — 159 in total — and many of them host annual county fairs with deep agricultural roots.
The Georgia Fairs Association (GFA) coordinates the state's fair calendar. The Georgia Department of Agriculture supports fair programming as part of its broader agricultural heritage mission.
The Georgia National Fair in Perry, held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agriculture Center each October, is the state's flagship annual fair. It combines competitive livestock exhibits, 4-H youth programming, midway rides, and hundreds of vendor booths where handmade craft sellers mix with specialty food vendors. The Georgia State Fair (separate from the National Fair) runs at EchoPark Speedway in Hampton; the 2026 fair is scheduled for October 2–11.County fairs throughout Georgia — from Lumpkin County in the mountains to Glynn County on the coast — offer a more local experience, with agricultural exhibits, farm animal competitions, and vendor midways where handmade craft sellers set up alongside commercial booths.
Popular Cities for Craft Events in Georgia
Atlanta
Atlanta and its suburbs host the highest event volume in the state. The Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain Park draws 400+ exhibitors each September. The Festival on Ponce and Sandy Springs Artsapalooza both have spring editions. Browse Atlanta craft shows →
Savannah
Savannah's craft scene draws on the presence of SCAD and a strong tourism economy. Crafts on the River sets up at Rousakis Riverfront Plaza. The juried Gordonston Art Fair returns to Juliette Gordon Low Park on March 6, 2027. Browse Savannah craft shows →
Athens
Athens is Georgia's indie handmade capital. The Indie South Holiday Hooray and Indie South's spring market are the anchors. Browse Athens craft shows →
Augusta
The Augusta Handmade Fair (a semi-annual spring and fall market, run as pop-ups in 2026) and Sacred Heart Garden Festival (April) lead Augusta's calendar. The CSRA handmade community has grown steadily in recent years. Browse Augusta craft shows →
Macon
Macon runs one of the most consistent year-round craft calendars in the state — Mulberry Street Arts & Crafts Festival, All Hands Art Festival (The 567 Center), Fired Works, Fire & Ice, and Marché de Noël. Browse Macon craft shows →
Dahlonega
Gold Rush Days — always the third full weekend of October — fills the Public Square and Historic District with over 200 art and craft exhibitors and food vendors. Browse Dahlonega craft shows →
Blue Ridge
Listed among the Top 5 Art Towns in Georgia by the Georgia Council for the Arts and Georgia Municipal Association. The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association's juried Arts in the Park festivals (spring, and the second weekend of October) bring 170+ artist, exhibitor, and vendor booths to the downtown City Park. Browse Blue Ridge craft shows →
Helen
Helen's Oktoberfest — the longest-running in the United States — runs from early September into November (September 10–November 1 in 2026) at the Helen Festhalle. The Fireside Arts & Craft Show at Unicoi State Park runs each February. Browse Helen craft shows →
St. Simons Island
Glynn Visual Arts anchors the Golden Isles craft scene with the Mistletoe Market (December; the 16th annual market was December 7–8, 2024, in the Pier Village), the Art in the Park Fine Art Festival (April), and Art Under the Oaks (September), both at Postell Park. Crafts in the Village runs at Postell Park on weekends through much of the year. Browse St. Simons Island craft shows →
Seasonal Guide to Georgia Craft Shows
Spring (March–May)Festival on Ponce (April 3–4 in 2027, Atlanta), Sandy Springs Artsapalooza (March 27–28 in 2027), Blue Ridge Spring Arts in the Park, and Dahlonega Arts & Wine Festival (May). Augusta's Sacred Heart Garden Festival (April 24–25 in 2026) and the Augusta Handmade Fair's spring events follow.
Summer (June–August)The pace slows outdoors due to heat and humidity. Farmers markets in Athens, Savannah, and Atlanta feature local makers. Helen's summer river tourism draws artisan shoppers to downtown shops. Oktoberfest begins in early September.
Fall (September–November)Peak season statewide. Yellow Daisy Festival (September, Stone Mountain), Sandy Springs Fall Festival (September), Gold Rush Days (third October weekend, Dahlonega), Blue Ridge Fall Arts in the Park (second October weekend), Art Under the Oaks (September, St. Simons Island).
Winter (November–December)Indie South Holiday Hooray (Athens), Macon Marché de Noël, Mistletoe Market (December, St. Simons Island), holiday shopping at the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association's Art Center galleries. Atlanta's mild winters keep outdoor options viable through mid-December.
Types of Events You'll Find
- Juried art and craft shows — Sandy Springs Artsapalooza, Blue Ridge Arts in the Park; vetted exhibitors, handmade only
- Handmade indie markets — Indie South Fair (Athens), Augusta Handmade Fair, Makers and Markets ATL pop-ups
- Agricultural county fairs — Georgia National Fair (Perry), Columbia County Spring Fair, 100+ county fairs statewide
- Arts-in-the-park festivals — Festival on Ponce, Chastain Park Arts Festival, Blue Ridge City Park events
- Holiday and Christmas markets — Marché de Noël (Macon), Indie South Holiday Hooray (Athens), Mistletoe Market (St. Simons Island)
- Specialty festivals with craft components — Gold Rush Days (Dahlonega), Helen Oktoberfest, Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival (Macon)
- Riverside and waterfront markets — Crafts on the River (Savannah), Riverwalk Augusta events
- Maker pop-ups — Makers and Markets ATL, Eventbrite-listed metro Atlanta events year-round
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to find craft shows in Georgia?
Fall is the strongest season — September through November. The Yellow Daisy Festival (September, Stone Mountain), Gold Rush Days (October, Dahlonega), and Blue Ridge Fall Arts in the Park (October) all land in this window.
Spring runs a close second, with Atlanta-area festivals in April and May. For holiday shopping, December is well-covered: Indie South Holiday Hooray in Athens, Mistletoe Market in St. Simons Island, and Macon's Marché de Noël.
Are there country fairs with handmade vendors in Georgia?
Yes. The Georgia National Fair in Perry (October) is a major annual agricultural fair and includes both competitive agricultural exhibits and vendor areas where handmade craft sellers participate. Dozens of county fairs statewide mix traditional fair programming with artisan vendors. Gold Rush Days in Dahlonega blends gold-rush heritage and craft in a downtown festival format.
How do I find craft shows near me in Georgia?
Use CraftShow Events to search by city or region. Filter by date, distance, and event type to find upcoming shows across Georgia's five distinct regions: metro Atlanta, north Georgia mountains, coastal Georgia, central/Middle Georgia, and east Georgia/CSRA.
Are Georgia craft shows free to attend?
Many are. The Chastain Park Arts Festival (Atlanta) is free to attend. Larger juried shows may charge a modest fee. The Georgia National Fair charges gate admission. Check individual listings for current pricing.
What types of crafts are popular at Georgia fairs?
North Georgia mountain shows lean toward Appalachian traditions: hand-turned pottery, woodcarving, quilts, folk art, and woven textiles.
Coastal Georgia events (Savannah, St. Simons Island) feature ocean-themed art, coastal photography, driftwood décor, and jewelry.
Metro Atlanta shows are broadly juried, covering painting, photography, ceramics, fiber arts, jewelry, and sculpture.
Handmade skincare, candles, and specialty food appear widely across all regions.
Do Georgia craft shows include food vendors?
Almost universally, yes. Gold Rush Days brings food vendors to the Public Square and Historic District alongside its art and craft exhibitors. The Yellow Daisy Festival at Stone Mountain includes dedicated food areas. Helen's Oktoberfest features a full German food and beer component. Most outdoor shows pair craft vendors with food trucks.
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