Vendor Events in Waitsfield, VT

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Every Saturday morning from May through October, the Waitsfield Farmers Market brings the Mad River Valley community together at Mad River Green. This weekly farmers market operates from 9am to 1pm and has become a gathering place where local growers, bakers, and artisans connect directly with their neighbors and visiting customers seeking fresh, quality goods. What makes a farmers market like Waitsfield's different from a general craft fair is its focus on the seasonal rhythm of local agriculture alongside handmade crafts and prepared foods. You'll find vendors selling just-picked produce that changes week to week depending on what's in season, from early spring greens and asparagus through summer berries and stone fruits, to fall squash and root vegetables. The market also features local bakers offering fresh bread, pastries, and other baked goods, artisans selling handcrafted items, and producers with value-added products like jams, honey, cheese, and other local specialties. The carefully curated vendor mix means shoppers trust they're getting authentic, often organic or sustainably grown products from people who know their craft. The Waitsfield Farmers Market draws a mix of longtime vendors who return each season and newer sellers looking to build their customer base in this tight-knit valley community. The market attracts locals doing their weekly shopping, visitors exploring the Mad River Valley, and people who simply enjoy the social experience of browsing outdoors on a Saturday morning. The community spirit is strong here, with regulars greeting each other and vendors building real relationships with their customers over the course of the season. If you're a producer or maker of local goods, consider the Waitsfield Farmers Market as a consistent weekly outlet to reach a dedicated and appreciative audience throughout the growing season. The location at Mad River Green puts you in the heart of this vibrant valley community.

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The Mad River Valley Craft Fair is an annual juried craft fair held over Labor Day weekend at Kenyon's Field in Waitsfield, Vermont. Over 100 artisans and craftspeople showcase handcrafted goods including pottery, textiles, woodworking, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items. The event features live music performances, a food court, free activities for children, and attracts visitors from across Vermont and New England. Operated by The Valley Players Theater to support their cultural programming, this well-established fair combines retail opportunities with community atmosphere in the scenic Green Mountains. The fair is free to set up booth space inquiries and vendor information through the organizers.

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The Mad River Valley Craft Fair is an annual juried arts and crafts show held over Labor Day weekend in Waitsfield. More than 100 regional artisans exhibit handcrafted items including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodworking, and fine art photography. The fair attracts visitors throughout central Vermont and beyond seeking high-quality handmade goods. The event features multiple live bands, a full food court with local options, door prizes, and activities for families. Held at Kenyon's Field, it is an established community event benefiting the Valley Players Theater, with a small admission fee and free parking. This is an ideal venue for craft vendors seeking exposure to dedicated buyers of artisanal products.

Artisans' Gallery

Celebrating 31 years in historic Waitsfield. Owned and operated by four partners with 170+ Vermont artists. Eclectic, lively handpicked pieces in a bright 1830s storefront. Open daily.