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Guilford Craft Expo


Produced in conjunction with the Guilford Art Center this landmark outdoor show is held on the town green in affluent Guilford, CT, a charming and picturesque coastal New England town midway between NYC and Boston.
 
This annual show is one of the most successful and longest-running craft shows in America featuring 170+ makers from across the country. It is held at the height of the summer season and welcomes over 7,000 visitors every year.

Popular activities for Craft Expo visitors include a Family Art Tent for young visitors, silent auction of exhibitor-donated work, live music, live craft demonstrations by Guilford Art Center faculty and students, and sale of Guilford Art Center student work. Shop-til-you-drop, then enjoy yummy small batch gourmet specialties to snack on or bring home.

Come to the historic Guilford Green July 17-19 for a celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and community at the Guilford Craft Expo 2026. Explore handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, fine art, fashion, home décor, furniture, glass, woodwork, fiber arts, and more by over 175 talented artists from across the country – and meet the makers behind the work. One of the longest-running craft shows in the U.S., Craft Expo has inspired artists, collectors, and visitors for more than 60 years with a vibrant weekend filled with artistry, creativity, and fun.

Schedule
Friday, from 10-6
Saturday, from 10-6
Sunday, from 11-5

Admission
$11 - General
$10 - Seniors (65+)
FREE - GAC Members, children under 16, and active military
$15 - Multi-day pass

Address
Guilford Town Green
33 Whitfield St.
Guilford, CT 06437

Earlier Event: July 11
63rd Annual Wickford Art Festival