Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Memphis, Tennessee

The Farmers Market at Agricenter International has been running since 1986 and serves as one of the largest small-business incubators in the greater Memphis area. Open Mondays through Saturdays during the growing season, it draws shoppers intentionally looking to buy directly from local farmers and ranchers. Homemade food products are welcome — Shelby County Health Department forms are provided.

Cooper-Young Community Farmers Market in Memphis's Cooper-Young neighborhood operates Saturday mornings year-round in the First Congo parking lot. The market draws produce, grass-fed meat, dairy, cheese, eggs, herbs, flowers, mushrooms, prepared foods, artisan breads, and handmade goods — jewelry, leather, candles, soaps, coffee, and more. It's family, kid, and dog-friendly with live acoustic music. Small, tight-knit vendor community with established sourcing standards.

Held each September in Memphis' Cooper-Young neighborhood, this marquee arts festival draws over 130,000 people to Cooper Street and Young Avenue. Expect 130+ art vendors, hand-crafted goods, live music, food vendors, and local breweries. The festival includes an Art Invitational, kick-off party, and community programming. Strong foot traffic and an established audience looking to support local makers.

Held in September in Memphis at Agricenter, Delta Fair & Music Festival has run since 2007 as a 10-day event featuring live music, livestock shows, carnival rides, craft demonstrations, petting zoo, and extensive food vendor space. Vendor mix spans crafts, culinary items, collectibles, and fair food concessions. All exhibitors must carry $1M commercial liability insurance listing Delta Fair Inc., Agricenter International, and Shelby County as additionally insured. Booth space includes fire-retardant tent, backdrop, 20-amp electricity, and runs the full 10-day duration. First-come, first-served space allocation. Rules & Regulations available for download on the vendor application page.

Held in Collierville at Catholic Church of the Incarnation, Fall Fest Memphis features a dedicated vendor fair alongside live music, carnival rides, and festival activities. The vendor fair draws arts & crafts, retail, direct sales, handmade goods, and pre-packaged food vendors. No on-site food preparation allowed — food vendors must offer pre-packaged items or taste-and-order models. Political promotion is prohibited. The 2026 vendor list spans 40+ vendors including jewelry, home goods, custom designs, rescue nonprofits, and specialty foods.

Held in October at Agricenter International, Holiday Market of Memphis draws 200+ merchants selling gifts, holiday décor, clothing, gourmet treats, and handmade goods across a three-day event. Bonus draws: free parking, package check service, parking-lot transportation to your car, a café, photo booth, and daily door-prize giveaways. Special themed shopping nights (Margaritas & Mistletoe, Muffins & Mimosas) cater to adult shoppers and sell out quickly.

Recurring local handmade/artisan pop-up market series; apply-to-vendor flow

In its 11th year, Memphis Crafts & Drafts Festival is a juried market series hosted by Memphis Flyer at Crosstown Concourse — outdoors on the Plaza and indoors in the Atrium. Summer and Holiday markets each draw 2,500–3,500 guests and 75–85+ artists and makers. The selection committee curates a diverse mix of local and regional makers, artists, and crafters; vendors report strong sales and a well-organized, well-promoted event. Bring your own tables, chairs, signage, and tent (with weights for outdoor placement).

Memphis Farmers Market is a downtown Saturday farmers market supporting local small businesses within a 150-mile radius. The market draws farmers (produce, plants, flowers), prepared-food vendors, artisans (pottery, turned wood, soap, candles, blown glass, jewelry, handcrafted items), and food trucks. Growers must source their own crops with no wholesale resale; prepared-food vendors need current permits and health inspections; artisans must create all products and attend in person. Kitchen and garden–related items are prioritized across categories. Full-season vendors carry $1,000,000 liability insurance naming the market; insurance proof is required before setup.

Umbrella festival month with a general vendor participation/marketplace flow (901Fest); Beale St Music Fest ticketed portion excluded

Running since 1973, the Pink Palace Crafts Fair is now the largest juried arts and crafts fair in the Mid-South. Held each fall in Memphis's Audubon Park, it draws thousands of shoppers looking for pottery, jewelry, 2-D art, glass, wood, leather, sculpture, fiber, and more. The fair includes master craftsman demonstrations, live music, food and beverage vendors (craft beer and wine included), and strong foot traffic — an established crowd that's been coming back for 50 years.

RiverArtsFest is a juried artist market held each October in downtown Memphis. Applications are blind reviewed by a volunteer panel of Memphis arts community members—selectivity is built into the process. Original works only; mass-produced goods are not accepted.

Held at Agricenter International in Memphis, Spring Market gathers 200+ merchants across three days in mid-March for food, home decor, fashion, and accessories. The event draws a shopping-focused crowd — expect strong foot traffic and a vendor mix built for retail appeal. Parking lot transportation is provided, and there's on-site dining and package check for all-day shoppers. Free parking.