Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Arkansas

Community farmers market with produce and local vendors

Argenta Farmers Market is held Saturday mornings in downtown North Little Rock's historic Argenta Arts District at Argenta Plaza. The market sells fresh seasonal produce, locally-grown vegetables and fruit, pasture-raised meat and dairy, flowers, and locally made jams, jellies, bread, and candy. It's within walking distance of downtown restaurants and a draw for shoppers committed to buying directly from local producers.

Held in Little Rock since 2011, Arkansas Cornbread Festival returns in November at 14th & Main St with live music, local makers and artisans, food trucks, and area restaurants. The amateur cornbread contest is back — home cooks compete alongside professionals, and attendees vote for the People's Choice Award. Free admission; proceeds benefit Arkansas Foodbank.

Arkansas County Fair has been a community fixture in DeWitt since 1938, when the Rotary Club founded it as a livestock show and fair. Today it draws vendors and attendees for rides, entertainment, contests, and activities across the fairgrounds. The fair is run by a nonprofit board made up of Arkansas County citizens.

Juried Arkansas Craft Guild members + guests sell original handmade arts & crafts on the square, twice yearly; distinct from the LR Christmas Showcase

The 48th annual Arkansas Craft Guild Christmas Showcase brings together Guild members and juried guest artists at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds in Little Rock each December. Expect fine arts and crafts across wood carving, pottery, stained glass, handmade jewelry in precious metals and stones, lampworked glass beads, sculpture, garden art, photography, home decor, fabric art, leather work, and more. Free parking, food service, and a cash bar on-site.

64th annual festival held each April in Mountain View celebrating Ozark folk music and cultural heritage. The festival draws musicians and visitors from across the country who gather around the courthouse square to play traditional ballads, fiddles, banjos, and dulcimers. Vendors set up in the Artisans Market on the Square alongside live performances. Music is woven into every corner of town—expect impromptu sets at Pickin' Park, local music shops, and Jimmy Driftwood's Barn.

The 14th annual Arkansas River Holiday Market in Fort Smith brings 150+ vendors—crafts, gifts, food trucks, and Santa—under one warm roof. Indoor venue with ample parking makes for comfortable November shopping. First 25 customers get a free swag bag.

Themed festival (Hot Springs Renaissance Faire org) with merchant/craft & food vendor market

Held in Fort Smith for over 80 years, Arkansas-Oklahoma State Fair draws thousands of visitors from both states. Each September the fair features carnival rides, live music performances, agricultural exhibits, and food vendors. The fair also hosts livestock shows, rodeos, and competitions, celebrating the area's rich farming heritage. Over 2,500 exhibitors and vendors participate during this nine-day celebration.

County fair (FFA/community) with recurring vendor/booth space

Held each September in Mountain Home, Baxter County Fair brings together livestock exhibits, horticulture, canning, crafts, rabbits, and commercial booths alongside live entertainment and a carnival. Five-day event draws visitors looking to connect with community and local vendors.

Chamber-run marquee fall festival; bean cook-off, outhouse races, juried artist/artisan + merchandise vendors on the square (craft/artisan vendor application)

Founded in 1977, Bentonville Farmers Market is a producer-only market in downtown Bentonville around the historic square. Named #4 Best Farmers Market by USA Today's 10BEST Readers Choice Awards. Expect fresh produce, meat, eggs, baked goods, prepared foods, flowers, plants, and handmade items — all grown, raised, or made by vendors themselves. The market runs Saturdays outdoors April through October, with an indoor winter season November through March. Wednesday midweek market also available May–September.

Bentonville Market is a recurring pop-up series bringing together local makers, artists, and food vendors in Bentonville. Each event pairs shopping with beer from Bentonville Brewing. Dog-friendly and kid-friendly.

Berryville Farmer & Artisan Market brings together local farmers, artisans, and food vendors in Carroll County. Expect Arkansas-grown produce, baked goods, pickles, relishes, and handmade art. Held Monday mornings and Thursday evenings during the growing season.

Running since 1956, Bradley County Pink Tomato Festival is Arkansas's oldest festival, held each June in Warren. The 70th annual edition features downtown craft and food vendor booths, contests, and entertainment centered on the region's signature pink tomato crop.

Bryant Chamber of Commerce fall festival; craft & food vendor booths

Buffalo River Elk Festival, held each late June in Jasper, is in its 30th year and draws a vendor mix of food vendors (burgers, root beer, snow cones) and craft vendors (jewelry, wooden goods, seasonings, apparel). Courthouse square setting in elk country.

Producer/maker market with locally grown and handmade products

Held in Cabot each April, the 22nd Annual Strawberry Festival is the Junior Auxiliary's main fundraising event—proceeds support local schools, community pantries, and youth programs throughout the year. Expect live entertainment, carnival rides, a kids area, food trucks, and vendor booths celebrating Lonoke County strawberry growers and local businesses. Family-focused event with strong community backing.

Running since 1978, CabotFest in Cabot, Arkansas was born out of the community's resilience after a devastating tornado and has grown into a celebration of local spirit. Vendors set up on Saturday only, alongside live music across genres, food trucks, local restaurants, a KCBS BBQ cookoff, carnival rides, and the legendary cricket spitting contest. Strong foot traffic, multigenerational audience, and a vendor mix that spans crafts, food, and local businesses.

In August, Berryville hosts Carroll County Fair—an eight-day agricultural fair with livestock and cattle shows, car shows, ice cream and pie contests, ranch rodeo, battle of the bands, tractor driving contest, and carnival midway with fair food. Heavy participation from 4-H and FFA students. Contact the county fairgrounds for vendor inquiries.

Held in downtown Fayetteville at the Community Creative Center, the 18th annual Holiday Market runs late November through mid-December and brings together Northwest Arkansas' fine artists and craft makers for the season. Expect jewelry, ceramics, glass, woodwork, fiber arts, printmaking, soaps, and more—all handmade by local makers. The Open House on the first Saturday features hot cocoa and cider.

Held in downtown Centerton each Wednesday during the growing season, this pocket-sized market at City Park draws 5–14 vendors selling locally-grown produce, prepared foods, handmade crafts, and health/body products. No vendor setup fee. Open-air only—bring your own shade. Good fit for small growers, food producers, and artisans looking for a casual, established neighborhood crowd.