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Feb 8 to Feb 10, 2019     Handcrafted with Love

Seagrove, NC - 106 N Broad St

A self guided walking tour of downtown galleries that feature creatively romantic gifts just in time for valentine's day.
- Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-, 336-707-9124, See website

Mar 1 to Mar 3, 2019     North Carolina Potters Conference

Asheboro, NC - 123 Sunset Ave

The North Carolina Potters Conference is a premier gathering of ceramic artists that centers on simultaneous demonstrations cultivating a dialogue of techniques, concepts, and experiences.
- Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-, 336-629-0399, See website

Mar 9 to Mar 9, 2019     Tea with Seagrove Potters

Seagrove, NC - 1295 S NC Hwy 705

Enjoy a day of tea tastings on the second Saturday of March. Venture through Seagrove on a gallery crawl of 6 participating pottery shops.
- Festival is years old.
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open?
Est. attendees-, 336-879-4145,

Apr 6 to Apr 6, 2019     Paws in the Park

Pineville, NC - 1000 Johnston Drive

Free Family Event! 10am "Walk for Paws", over 150 vendors, Rescue Groups/Shelters with dogs for adoption, Food Trucks, Kids Playground, Demonstrations, Live Entertainment and FUN dog contests with Cash Prizes. - Festival is 7 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 6, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 150, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-4000, 704-000-0000, See website

Apr 13 to Apr 14, 2019     Festival of Legends: Tricksters

Apex, NC - 2908 Optimist Farm Rd.

Join us this year as we celebrate trickster-figures from around the globe! - Festival is 8 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 6, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 60, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-2000, 9194756963, See website

Apr 27 to Apr 27, 2019     Spring Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 801 High House Road

Join us in the shady canopy of Bond Park, Cary's 310-acre urban park, for our 25th Spring Daze. Featuring 150 NC exhibitors, local food vendors, entertainment, kid's area and an Earth Day celebration. - Festival is 26 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 13, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 150, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-15000, 919-319-4560, See website

May 4 to May 4, 2019     Deep River Antique & Craft Spring Fling

Franklinville, NC - 163 W. Main Street

Arts, Crafts, Antiques, Food and Entertainment all along the Deep River in the Riverside Park. - Festival is 4 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 25, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-1000, 336-824-2030,

May 17 to May 19, 2019     North Carolina Potato Festival

Elizabeth City, NC - 106 South Water Street

Downtown Elizabeth City, the “Harbor of Hospitality®”. Largest festival in Northeastern North Carolina. Midway with mechanical rides, Street Fair, Food, and live entertainment for all ages. - Festival is 17 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 25, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-32,000, 252-338-2328, See website

May 24 to May 26, 2019     Mint Hill Madness

Mint Hill, NC - 8850 Fairview Road

Mint Hill Madness has something for everyone in the family. PARADE - Sat 9am...Fireworks - Sat 10pm...So…ready, set…Let the Madness Begin! - Festival is 36 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 15, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 125, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-25000, 704-545-2335, See website

Jun 14 to Jun 23, 2019     Gaston All American Fair

Gastonia, NC - 246 N New Hope Rd

Midway rides, live music, food, crafts, jewelry, games, art, music, entertainment, eating contests, and a new spectacular fireworks show and admission is still free! - Festival is 2 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- , Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-30,000, 7042444854, See website

Jul 19 to Jul 21, 2019     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. - Festival is 12 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 1, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 90, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 828-898-5605, See website

Aug 9 to Aug 11, 2019     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. - Festival is 12 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 5, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 90, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-5000, 828-898-5605, See website

Aug 24 to Aug 25, 2019     Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 316 North Academy Street

Celebration of fine art and crafts with live music on four stages, entertainment, Kids World, traditional craft demonstrations, and more. - Festival is 43 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 28, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 270, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-60,000, 919-319-4560, See website

Oct 18 to Oct 19, 2019     Smoking in the Foothills BBQ Festival

Lenoir, NC - 801 West Ave

BBQ Competition and Festival is a KCBS sanctioned BBQ event paired with a one-of-a-kind street festival. This year's theme is "Wood. Fire. Smoke." featuring wood crafters and artisans! - Festival is 5 years old.
Est # of food vendors- 12, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 150, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-20,000, 8287574451, See website

Oct 19 to Oct 20, 2019     Woolly Worm Festival

Banner Elk, NC - 185 Azalea Circle

The festival features crafts, food vendors, live entertainment, the Woolly Worm Race and much more. - Festival is 42 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 16, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 175, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-25000, 828-898-5605, See website

Nov 29 to Dec 1, 2019     Craftsmen’s Classics Art & Craft Festival

Greensboro, NC - 1921 W. Gate City Blvd

Features original designs & work from hundreds of talented artists from across America. Something for every taste & budget! , 11/29 Fri.9–6pm, 11/30 Sat.10-6pm, 12/1 Sun.11–5pm
- Festival is 46 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- , Food vendor apps open?
Est # of non-food vendors- 500, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-18,000, 336-282-5550,