ABOUT US
Four decades of handmade in New England.
New England Craft Festivals is the home of the region's most-loved artisan shows, bringing makers and shoppers together season after season.
OUR STORY
It started with 125 exhibitors.
The New England Christmas Festival began at the Worcester Centrum with 125 exhibitors. Over the years it grew through several New England venues to become what it is today: the largest arts and crafts festival in New England, with 400+ American artisans at the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun.
We've been doing this a while: artisans who exhibited with us back in 1989 are still part of the show today.
New England Craft Festivals is produced in partnership by Artisan Promotions Inc and FOMO Entertainment Group LLC.
Building on that tradition, we launched the New England Spring Craft Festival for Mother's Day weekend, and in 2027 we're adding a brand-new summer celebration: the New England Summer Berry Festival.
MILESTONES
How we got here
The start
Worcester Centrum
The first New England Christmas Festival opens with 125 exhibitors.
2026
40th Christmas Festival
400+ artisans celebrate four decades at Mohegan Sun, November 6–8.
Spring
Spring Craft Festival
A Mother's Day weekend tradition with 275+ artisans, back May 8–9, 2027.
2027
Summer Berry Festival
Our newest festival celebrates peak berry season, July 17–18, 2027.
WHAT WE BELIEVE
Why our festivals feel different
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Truly handmade
Our exhibitors make what they sell: art, crafts and specialty foods made by hand.
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American artisans
Makers travel from across New England and all over the country to be here.
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Something for everyone
Wacky, contemporary, traditional, gourmet or personalized, in every price range.
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A family tradition
Generations of New England families have made our festivals part of their year.
Come shop with us.
See dates, hours and ticket links for all three New England festivals.
Exhibit with us.
Join the artisans and food makers who've made our shows a New England tradition.