Top Ohio Artisan Markets and Art Festivals You Don’t Want to Miss.
Looking for your next favorite piece of artwork? Enjoy shopping unique markets? Like supporting local artisans? Want to get a jump on your holiday shopping? Below you will find our list of the top ten artisan markets/festivals you should explore this year.
#1
BATH ART FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
Dates: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Location: Bath Community Park, 1615 N. Cleveland-Massillon Road, Bath, OH 44333
Admission: free
Description:
Discover Fun, Food, Entertainment, and Arts & Crafts at Bath Art Festival
Join us for an exciting community event at Bath Community Park, located in the scenic Bath Township, Summit County, Ohio. This annual event, a local tradition since 2016, offers visitors a chance to enjoy a wide array of arts and crafts, delicious food, and live entertainment, all set in the stunning natural beauty of Bath Park.
Contact info and/or website: www.BathArtFestival.org
#2
HUESTON WOODS ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
Butler County NW OH
Dates: June 14-15, 2025
Time: 10am-5pm
Location: Doty Pioneer Farm
6924 Brown Rd., Oxford OH
oxfordmuseumassociation.com
#3
SALT FORK ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Guernsey County SE OH
Dates: August 8-10, 2025
Times: Friday 12pm-6pm | Saturday 10am-6pm | Sunday 10am-4pm
Location: Cambridge City Park
Cambridge, Ohio
SaltForkFestival.org
One of the longest-running juried festivals in Ohio, this outdoor event will take place in beautiful Cambridge City Park. 90-100 creative artists from across the United States will offer a wide variety of artistic mediums, including pottery, glass, woods, metal art, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, painting, fiber arts, photography, and much more. In addition, you will find Appalachian heritage crafts demonstrations and primitive arts as well as “hands on” crafting for kids and adults, outstanding local and regional entertainment and delicious foods. The Festival is open to the public with FREE Admission.
(This post is sponsored by Cambridge/Guernsey County Visitor and Convention Bureau.)
#4
ANNUAL SHAKER WOODS FESTIVAL
Columbiana County NE OH
Dates: August 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 2025
Hours: 9am-5pm
Location: 44337 Countyline Rd, Columbiana, OH 44408
shakerwoods.com
Free parking.
(This post is sponsored by the Mahoning County Convention & Visitors Bureau.)
#5
AFFAIR ON THE SQUARE
Medina County NE OH
Date: August 10, 2025
Time: 11am-5pm
Location: Historic Public Square
Medina, Ohio
affaironthesquare.net
(This post is sponsored by the Medina County Convention & Visitors Bureau)
#6
GREAT TRAIL ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Dates: August 24-25, 31st and September 1-2, 2025
Time: 10am – 5pm
Location: Great Trail Festival Grounds
Malvern, OH
greattrailfestival.com
The Great Trail Festival is a special celebration of American Folk Art, with Contemporary and Country Crafting. A unique experience which invites your discovery and pleasure. Visit the Storybook Craft Village where handcrafted gifts and treasured keepsakes await you. Selected quality artisans with distinctive arts & crafts are the heart of it all at Great Trail. The festival is held annually at the Great Trail Festival Grounds and features exhibitors from Ohio and surrounding states.
#7
MADE IN OHIO ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL
Summit County NE OH
Dates: August 29, 30 and 31, 2025
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Location: Hale Farm & Village, 2686 Oak Hill Road, Akron, OH 44333
Admission: $12 adults
Join Us for the 15th Annual Made in Ohio Art & Craft Festival at Hale Farm & Village!
Celebrate the best of Ohio at the 2025 Made in Ohio Art & Craft Festival, showcasing Ohio artisans, local food, and the rich history of Hale Farm & Village. This family-friendly event is the perfect way to explore the diverse talents of Ohio’s creators, enjoy delicious local cuisine, and experience the charm of one of Ohio’s premier cultural destinations.
Contact info and/or website: www.MadeinOhioFestival.org
#8
BLACK SWAMP ARTS FESTIVAL
Wood County NW OH
Dates: September 5-7, 2025
Times:
Location: Downtown Bowling Green, Ohio
blackswampfest.org
Experience three days of free concerts and fine art shows in historic downtown Bowling Green, Ohio. The Black Swamp Arts Festival is an award-winning art festival and the largest free live music festival in Ohio. Fun fact: The Black Swamp Arts Festival is a non-profit run entirely by volunteers.
Admission is free.
#9
YANKEE PEDDLER FESTIVAL
Stark County NE OH
Dates: September 7-8, 14-15 21-22, 2025
Time: 10:30 am – 5:30 pm
Location: Clay’s Park Resort
13190 Patterson St. NW, North Lawrence, OH 44666
yankeepeddlerfestival.com
“Our festival examines life between the years 1776-1825. All of our crafters and vendors are required to dress in year appropriate attire at all times. They must exhibit all three weekends and demonstrate a minimum 50% of the time. Artisans and crafters are expected to provide educational displays and written histories of their crafts.”
#10
VILLAGE PEDDLER FESTIVAL
Lake County NE OH
Dates: September 13-14, 2025
Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-5
Location: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
8800 Euclid-Chardon Road,
Kirtland, Ohio 44094
villagepeddlerfestival.com
#11
PRAIRIE PEDDLER FESTIVAL
Richland County NE OH
Dates: September 27-28 & October 4-5, 2025
Times: 10am – 5pm
Location: 3170 OH-97, Butler, OH 44822
419.706.5483 | prairietown.com
A unique outdoor marketplace in the woods. Shop over 200 vendors to find:
Holiday decorating & Home Décor ~ Country, Farmhouse, & Primitive Décor
Handmade Goods & Unique Gifts ~ Live Music ~ Amazing Food, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides & Kids Activities
Parking: Free.
#12
OHIO MART
Summit County NE OH
Dates: October 2-5, 2025
Time:
Location: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 North Portage Path, Akron, OH 44303
stanhywet.org/events/ohio-mart
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