Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Held in September in Pittsburgh's Mellon Park, A Fair in the Park is a juried fine art and craft festival drawing roughly 20,000 visitors and 85 regional and national artists working in clay, fiber, wood, jewelry, glass, leather, metal, mixed media, and two-dimensional art. All members of The Craftsmen's Guild of Pittsburgh are eligible; the remainder of slots go to jury-selected artists from a national and international applicant pool. Voted #16 in the top 200 fine art and design shows by Sunshine Artists Magazine. Free admission, rain or shine.

Bloomfield Saturday Market is a makers and growers-only market in Pittsburgh's Bloomfield neighborhood. The vendor mix is curated for diversity—applications take 2–3 weeks to review, and new vendors are evaluated thoughtfully. Fried food and food trucks as primary interfaces are not allowed. No-tolerance nondiscrimination policy.

One of three farmers markets operated by the City of Pittsburgh, Carrick Farmers Market runs Wednesday evenings at Community Pavilion and draws vendors selling fresh produce, meat, dairy, bread, baked goods, honey, seeds, and plants. Shoppers using SNAP benefits can stretch their budget through the Fresh Access program — every dollar in SNAP purchases unlocks an extra dollar in Food Bucks tokens for fresh produce.

Handmade Arcade runs two annual markets in Pittsburgh: the Modern Craft Market in late March and the Emerging Craft Market in late August, both drawing makers and shoppers looking for handmade goods. The organization also runs a Youth Maker Accelerator Program (July–December) that includes workshops and market opportunities for emerging makers.

Named one of "35 Indie Craft Fairs Every Creative Person Needs to Visit" by Buzzfeed, Handmade Arcade's Holiday Market is Pittsburgh's premier handmade holiday shopping event. Expect 275+ makers and 10,000+ shoppers at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center each December. Vendors report steady foot traffic, meaningful customer interactions, and strong sales — this is a game-changer event for many makers.

I Made It! Market is a Pittsburgh-based pop-up operator that rotates locations throughout the year, hosting juried markets for handmade artisans. Applications open at least a month before each event (longer for holiday markets) and close after one to two weeks — free to apply. Jurors select based on quality, craftsmanship, variety, and aesthetic fit; both new and returning makers are considered. Sign up for Maker Mail to catch application windows.

In its 16th season, Lawrenceville Farmers Market runs every Tuesday from May through November at Bay 41 in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood. The market hosts produce, meat, prepared foods, bread, baked goods, beverages, packaged goods, and home & body vendors. Strong community focus: SNAP/EBT users double their benefits through matching programs, and the market prioritizes food access for low-income families and older adults. Vendors should review the Vendor Reference Guide before applying.

The 4th Annual Lawrenceville Pride is back for 2026 in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood. Expect a festival of art/handmade makers, food trucks, beverages, vintage clothes, local resource groups, kids' activities, music, and drag performances throughout the day. The Mx. Lawrenceville Drag Pageant will be back with local drag performers competing for the title, crown, and sash during an exciting drag show raising funds for five LGBTQ+ organizations.

Launching in 2026, Modern Craft Market is a juried shopping event at Pittsburgh's David L. Lawrence Convention Center celebrating contemporary craftsmanship and cutting-edge design. Over 100 makers and artists from twelve states will sell furniture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, fiber arts, basketry, metal, and more. The event includes live demonstrations — glass blowing, woodturning, loom weaving, wood carving — plus hands-on making workshops. Supported by Contemporary Craft and Pittsburgh Glass Center.

Neighborhood Flea runs monthly fleas across Pittsburgh — Second Sundays at SouthSide Works (May–October) and First Sundays at Schenley Plaza in Oakland (June–October). Vintage, flea, and maker vendors. Night markets also scheduled for July and October. Apply for one or more dates.

Northside Farmers Market operates Fridays at Allegheny Commons Park in Pittsburgh, running from late May through November. The City of Pittsburgh operates three farmers markets across the region, and shoppers can stretch their budgets using SNAP benefits and Food Bucks tokens — for every $1 in SNAP spent on produce, you receive an extra $1 to spend on fresh items. Free parking available along Cedar Ave. during market hours.

Downtown holiday chalet market (relocating to Cultural District 2026)

Held Thursdays at Market Square, Pittsburgh Downtown Farmers Market runs May–September and draws workers, residents, and visitors with regionally grown produce, organic products, and small-batch foods. A solid mix of full-time and rotating vendors — spirits, bath & body, baked goods, hot food, prepared items, and local farms. Rain or shine.

Held in Pittsburgh's Shadyside neighborhood, this long-running summer weekend arts festival showcases roughly 165 exhibitors featuring fine art and handcrafted work, with live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities along the Walnut Street commercial corridor. It's a major cultural and community highlight for the neighborhood, spotlighting local businesses and regional artists.

Squirrel Hill Farmers Market runs Sundays in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, anchored at Beacon Bartlett Parking Lot. Reserved parking is available for market customers on Murray Ave and Beacon St.

Squirrel Hill Night Market is a summer evening pop-up on Murray Avenue in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood, drawing 70+ artists, makers, and food vendors. Expect jewelry, ceramics, paintings, crochet, baked goods, hot sauce, coffee, craft beverages, and apparel — a solid mix of handmade goods and local food. Strong foot traffic in an established neighborhood setting.

Juried Artist Market only