Artisan Fairs

Due to the ongoing winter storm, City facilities, including City Hall and all Parks, Recreation and Culture facilities, will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 18. This is due to the forecasted winter storm resulting in dangerous travel conditions.

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Please see our updated Vendor Application and Acceptance Procedure.

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2026 Artisan Fairs

Spring Artisan Fair

On May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., join us in the Holcom Park Rec Center gymnasium (indoors) for a showcase of the finest handmade goods from local artisans. The show highlights unique creations from local artisans, including jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home décor, and more from community entrepreneurs.

View the Spring Artisan Fair event layout here.

Summerfest

Saturday, July 4, 2026
There will not be an artisan fair with Summerfest in 2026.

Autumn Harvest Festival

Celebrate the harvest season on October 4, 2026, from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. in South Park. This is our only outdoor show of the year. Showcasing handcrafted goods from local artisans, including jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home décor, and more from talented community entrepreneurs. Note: This is not the same event as the Lawrence Art Guild’s Art in the Park, which will be held on Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, September 14. You can find more information about Art in the Park here.

View the Autumn Harvest Festival event layout here.

Holiday Extravaganza Artisan Fair

Shop unique holiday gifts on December 5, 2026, from 9 a.m. Р4 p.m. at Sports Pavilion Lawrence. Featuring goods from local artisans such as jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home d̩cor, and much more from community entrepreneurs!

View the Holiday Extravaganza event layout here.

Vendor Resources

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Email: prspecialevents@lawrenceks.gov

Phone: (785) 832-3458