Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Washington

Seeks local artists and makers with original, handmade, or personally designed goods—art, plants, books, jewelry, candles, crochet, stickers, tumblers, crystals, oddities, and more. Thoughtful, sustainable work is always welcome—Resold goods, commercially produced products, and MLM items aren’t a fit. Due to permitting, this event does not accept food or beverage vendors.

Aberdeen's annual summertime celebration brings the whole family together for BBQ competition, a watermelon-eating contest, raffle prizes, food and arts vendors, games, and live music. You must email the organization directly to apply to vend.

Anacortes Farmers Market is a community-driven market that brings together local farmers, artisans, food vendors, and shoppers in a relaxed setting. Expect fresh produce sold directly by farmers, handmade goods from local makers, food vendors, and live music throughout the day. The market draws shoppers who are intentionally looking to support local businesses and buy directly from the people who make and grow their products.

Anacortes Waterfront Festival is a free, family-friendly event that celebrates the city’s waterfront with live music, food trucks, arts and commercial vendors, and activities for all ages. The weekend also features local traditions, free boat rides, educational exhibits, car shows, and hands-on activities that draw both residents and visitors.

The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival is one of the premier Festivals in the Pacific Northwest. The Festival draws over 100,000 visitors annually to the Wenatchee Valley during this 11-day event. 2026 marks the 107th Washington State Apple Blossom Festival.

Located on breathtaking Fidalgo Island at the front of the San Juan Islands, this three-day festival transforms seven blocks of historic downtown with 220 artisan vendors, a juried fine art show, live music on two stages, working artist demonstrations, and more than 20 food and beverage vendors. Expect a well-rounded event that draws shoppers interested in handmade goods, fine art, food, and live entertainment throughout the weekend.

Auburn Farmers Market is a seasonal Sunday market held at Les Gove Park from June through September. The market focuses on local farms, food producers, and Washington-based artisans, while also featuring live entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout the season. The market averages more than 2,100 shoppers per week and hosted 77 vendors and over 32,000 visitors during the 2025 season.

Held in Leavenworth each September, Autumn Leaf Festival draws 20,000 visitors to the Bavarian Village during peak fall color season. The weekend centers on a Grand Parade, live music, food booths, and vendor activities throughout the village and surrounding area. Festival organizers work closely with the local chamber and city to support community businesses and tourism. Contact directly for vendor eligibility and booth details.

Bainbridge Island Farmers Market has been running since 1990 and pulls 40+ vendors each season — produce, baked goods, hot food, crafts, and live music. It's been named one of the top 101 farmers markets in the U.S. Foot traffic gets a boost from ferry walk-ons coming straight off the Seattle boat.

Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market was Seattle's first year-round neighborhood market and sells produce exclusively from Washington state farms. The Washington-only sourcing rule is a real draw for shoppers who care about local producers. Priority given to farmers. Craft vendors: only kitchen-centric crafts like handmade cutlery, pottery, kitchen soaps, candles, food safe cutting boards, aprons, etc. will be considered.

Running since 1974, Ballard Music & SeafoodFest is a free three-day summer festival in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood featuring live music, a craft beer showcase, arts & crafts, family programming, and dozens of food vendors leaning heavily into seafood. Strong foot traffic, established crowd, and a wide vendor mix beyond just food — solid fit if you're looking for a high-energy July event.

Hosted by the Bellevue Arts Museum, the Arts Fair is the largest juried arts & crafts festival in the Northwest — Featuring 250+ juried artists over a weekend in Downtown Bellevue, with organizers explicitly focused on driving exhibitor sales. Note: booth fees don't include an additional 20% commission on sales.

Bellevue Forward Night Market is a monthly evening market running May through September, turning a downtown street into a hub of food, shopping, performances, and family programming. Features over 50 local artisans, it's positioned as a showcase for Bellevue's local business and artisan scene — good fit if you want a recurring summer spot with built-in community draw but sells out fast.

The annual Bellevue NYE Night Market runs Dec 31 from 3–9pm on Main Street in downtown Bellevue, with 50+ craft, food, and beverage vendors drawing 10,000+ attendees. Free to the public — the footprint has grown each year since 2022, so vendor demand is high and the show sells out fast. Note: Vendor fees and application dates are not listed–This is a tough show to find information on. Recommend emailing org directly.

Bellingham Farmers Market connects shoppers directly with local farmers, artisans, and producers, built around supporting regional sustainable agriculture. Featuring 100+ vendors, the model is producer-focused — good fit if your business fits the local-sourced, maker-direct profile.

NW Tune-Up is a multi-day mountain biking, craft beer, and music festival in Bellingham that draws an active, outdoors-focused audience from across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The event combines professional races, live music, breweries, and a curated makers market, creating a strong fit for handmade products with an outdoor, adventure, or festival-inspired appeal. For vendors, expect a large outdoor event environment with an active crowd and conditions that may include wind, dust, and changing weather.

Bellingham Makers Market operates as a free, separate art market alongside NW Tune-Up — Bellingham's ambitious mountain biking, craft brewing, and music festival. Held in Bellingham's waterfront area, the maker market draws a Pacific Northwest crowd and sits outside the paid festival grounds, accessible to the general public. This is a juried market for handmade goods and artisans — expect 50+ booths of locally made work. Vendors must reside in Whatcom, Skagit, or Island Counties and be prepared for strict fire marshal compliance on tent weights. Promotional commitment required: vendors must post to social media at four designated times leading up to the event. No early breakdown — vendors stay through Sunday evening.

Held in September in Bellevue's BelRed Arts District, the BelRed Arts Night Market brings together 30+ local artists and creative businesses, live cultural performances, and food trucks for an evening activation at the light rail station. Second-year event seeking artists across all mediums, performers, and food vendors — priority given to King County–based makers and businesses, especially Eastside vendors and ALL WORK MUST BE ORIGINAL! Artwork must be handmade and produced by or under the direction of the artist. No commercial products allowed.

Best of the Northwest Fall Show is a curated art market featuring more than 115 Northwest artists working across a variety of mediums. The event includes artist demonstrations, food trucks, specialty beverages, and interactive activities that encourage shoppers to spend time exploring the show. For vendors, expect an audience specifically interested in original artwork, handmade goods, and supporting regional artists.

Best of the Northwest Spring Show is a curated art market featuring 100+ Northwest artists working in mediums such as painting, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, glass, and fiber arts. For vendors, expect an audience specifically interested in original artwork, handmade goods, and supporting regional artists.

Held the first weekend of August in Bainbridge Island at BIMA's plaza, this annual summer art market brings together 20+ local makers selling handcrafted goods, jewelry, pottery, and fine art. Live music both days and hands-on Art in Action activities run throughout. All sales go directly to vendors—a straightforward marketplace draw if you're selling regionally made work.

Held the first weekend of December on Bainbridge Island, BIMA Winter Night Market transforms the museum plaza into a winter wonderland with twinkle lights, fire-pit lounges, and a curated lineup of Pacific Northwest artisans—jewelry, textiles, ceramics, pottery, and gourmet goods. Two evenings of live music, DIY craft stations, seasonal drinks, and street food keep foot traffic moving. Vendors attend both nights.

Founded in 1982 by restaurant owner Alan Silverman to revive dining interest during recession, Bite of Seattle is one of Seattle's oldest food festivals. Held at Seattle Center each July, it's voted 'Best Food Festival' in the U.S. in 2016–2017. The event features 300+ food vendors, retail pop-ups, craft beer and wine tastings, and 50+ musical artists. Bite of Seattle functions as a proving ground for emerging chefs and food entrepreneurs—a real-world venue to trial new concepts and reach customers with direct feedback.

Held on the Bremerton Boardwalk in downtown Bremerton around Labor Day, Blackberry Festival draws 150+ vendors, live music, and a heavy food focus — over 15 blackberry-themed dishes plus a beer and wine garden. Mix of craft and commercial booths; also features a kids' stage with activities on 2nd Street.

Blaine's Market by the Sea brings local farmers, makers, and artisans to downtown Blaine's G Street Plaza every Saturday in season. Browse fresh produce, handmade crafts, baked goods, and creations from vendors across Whatcom County, steps from the waterfront. Live music and family-friendly moments often round out the morning.