Whatever your plans are for this year, you don't want to miss out on visiting these craft shows! We're big fans of craft shows, craft fairs and craft festivals. Visiting a craft show is a great was to get creative inspiration, stock up on your craft supplies, try craft workshops, visit craft exhibitions and even meet your craft heroes.
Going to a craft show is a whole day trip so take some time to book in the craft events that you'd like to attend over the next few months. To make it easier for you we've compiled a list of the best craft shows across the UK that are taking place throughout 2023 and there's something to appeal to everyone.
If you're wondering "are there craft shows near me?" then rest assured you'll find one. We've selected over 15 craft shows taking place throughout the UK for the rest of 2023. From craft shows at the NEC in Birmingham to the legendary quilt fairs in Harrogate in Yorkshire, there's something for everyone.
Whether you visit a craft show on your own to enjoy some 'me time' or you visit with friends, every creative crafter should put a craft show in their diary at least once a year so you can stay on top of the craft trends, try your hand at new crafts and enjoying being surrounded by other people that share your passion.
It's also satisfying to meet stallholders, put a name to the face of a designer or small business you may be following on social media and feel proud that you're supporting them directly.
So take a look through our extensive list of craft shows below that are taking place in the UK throughout 2023 and get ready for a fun day out (or two!)
Craft show: Springfields Quilt ShowDates:9th-10th June 2023Venue: Springfields Events Centre, Lincolnshire
As well as a chance to stock up on patchwork and quilting supplies there are gorgeous exhibitions where you can see work by some of the finest quilters in the country.
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Craft show: Crafterama, KentDates: 10th June 2023Venue: Kent Showground
Crafterama continues its craft show tour, this month coming to Kent. This is a multi-craft event so whatever craft you're interested in, or if you're keen to discover a new hobby you'll find it here.
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Craft show: Handmade OxfordDates: 16th-18th June 2023Venue: Waterperry Gardens, Oxford
A mix between a craft show and a summer festival, there's a wonderful atmosphere at this event where as well as workshops and a programme of artist talks there's an artisan food market.
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Craft show: Craft On CraftingDates: 8th-9th July 2023Venue: South of England Showground, East Sussex
If you love crafts, crafting classes, craft demos, craft supplies and great food then this is the craft show for you! It's also one of the only craft shows in the UK you can camp at, motorhomes, caravans and tents are welcome.
Book tickets Craft show: Celebrating Ceramics, OxfordDates: 14th-16th July 2023Venue: Waterperry Gardens, Oxford
Fans of The Great Pottery Showdown will love being immersed in this incredible event that is a celebration of all things ceramics. You can see the work of 140 ceramic designers and enjoy food and music throughout the day.
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Craft show: Festival of Quilts, BirminghamDates: 3rd to 6th August 2023Venue: National Exhibition Centre
No quilter should miss this annual event which is the biggest celebration of quilts anywhere in the UK. Over four days you can enjoy seeing some of the best quilts in the world being exhibited and shop for the biggest selection of quilting fabrics you've ever seen. You'll also have a chance to meet like-minded quilt fans. Plus you can save money on tickets to the Festival of Quilts with the code below.
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Craft show: Contemporary Craft Fair, EssexDates: 25th-28th August 2023Venue: RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Essex
Come and discover British crafts at their finest at this annual event that brings professional crafters and craft lovers together to share in the joy of the handmade. You can shop for contemporary crafts and place orders for your own special commissions, ideal if you want to buy an heirloom gift for a loved one.
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Craft show: The Creative Crafts Show, FarnboroughDates: 1st-3rd September 2023Venue: Farnborough International
Following the success of last year's inaugural craft show in Farnborough, The Creative Craft Show is back with an even bigger event. There are some fantastic make and take sessions to join in while getting up to speed with the latest sewing, papercrafts and jewellery making trends.
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Craft show: Craft In Focus Contemporary Craft FairDates: 7th-10th September 2023Venue: Hever Castle & Gardens
A craft show with a contemporary twist, this is an event where professional crafters can showcase their work and hobbyists can come along and get inspired. Meet experts, buy crafts directly from designers and enjoy a fun day out in a beautiful location.
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Craft show: Yarndale, YorkshireDates: 23rd-24th September 2023Venue: Auction Mart, Skipton
Celebrating the brilliance of yarn in all its forms, this award-winning craft festival brings together over 180 makers, craft makers, retailers, and artisans in the picturesque market town of Skipton, North Yorkshire. Visitors will be immersed in a world of woolly crafts and have the opportunity to buy the latest yarns in colours and textures you won't find at your local knitting shop.
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Craft show: The Knitting & Stitching ShowDates: 5th-8th October 2023Venue: Alexandra Palace
Craft fans travel worldwide to be at this epic show, which is one of the largest annual craft shows in the UK. Alongside stalls and specialist craft workshops there's the chance to meet craft guilds to see world-class craft exhibitions.
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Craft show: Crafts4Crafters, BathDates: 12th-14th October 2023Venue: Bath & West Showground, Bath
Another chance to visit the Craft4Crafters event, this time in the West Country. You'll be able to visit exhibitions, join in workshops and stock up on craft supplies for Autumn crafts. It's also a good opportunity to start on any pans for Christmas crafting.
Book ticketsCraft show: The Creative Crafts ShowDates: 26th-29th October 2023Venue: SEC Centre
The ultimate craft shopping experience in Scotland, craft lovers will find everything then need for their Christmas crafts projects. Whatever your favourite craft is, you'll be able to learn more about it here and discover new crafts too.
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Craft show: The Knitting & Stitching ShowDates: 16th-19th November 2023Venue: HCC Harrogate
There's so much to enjoy at the Knitting & Stitching Show that it's best to arrive early and make a full day of it. This year you can expect the usual textile galleries, visit the infamous yarn village, listen to talks in the Creative Living Theatre and look out for a special visitor - a giant knitted Shrek!
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Craft show: Henley Craft and Gift MarketDates: 25th November 2023Venue: HCC Harrogate
Henley-on-Thames is a beautiful place to combine a crafty activity with a minibreak. Most of the stallholders here are local artisans so it's a great place to do your Christmas shopping while supporting independent designers.
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Craft show: Crafts in the ParkDates: 11th-12th December 2023Venue: Pavilion, Recreation Ground, Aylsham, Norfolk
It may take place in a park, but don't worry, this winter craft show is undercover! You can expect handmade crafts and locally made supplies like Norfolk yarn, ideal for felting and knitting.
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Craft show: Christmas Artisan Craft and Gift FairDates: 17th December 2023Venue: One Warwick Park Hotel, Tunbridge Wells
Visiting a craft fair the week before Christmas is a great way to get into the festive mood. Snap up stocking fillers and handmade goodies like local chutneys and any last minute Christmas cards.
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