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Aug 1 to Aug 2, 2020     Village Art & Craft Fair

Asheville, NC - 3 Angle Street

Outdoor Fair featuring artists and craftsmen from across the country exhibiting original designs in a variety of mediums. Held on the grounds of The Cathedral of All Souls in Historic Biltmore Village. - Festival is 48 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 114, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-8,000, 828-274-2831, See website

Aug 14 to Aug 16, 2020     Fine Art & Master Crafts Festival

Sugar Mountain, NC - 1009 Sugar Mountain Drive

An eclectic gathering of international and mountain fine artists and master crafters. New Location! - 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 22 to Aug 23, 2020     Lazy Daze Arts and Crafts Festival

Cary, NC - 316 N Academy Street

Celebration of fine art and crafts with live music on four stages, entertainment, Kids World, traditional craft demonstrations, and more. - Festival is 44 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 27, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 300, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-60,000, 9194623864, See website

Sep 4 to Sep 7, 2020     Matthews Alive Festival

Matthews, NC - 120 South Trade St

Three stages of entertainment with national headliners, 170+ craft vendors, 30+ food vendors, kids activities, indoor shows, large carnival - Festival is 28 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-150000, 704-708-1261, See website

Oct 17 to Oct 18, 2020     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 43 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

Oct 17 to Oct 17, 2020     Lincoln County Apple Festival

Lincolnton, NC - 115 West Main St.

Crafts, food, entertainment, kids attractions and, of course, the county's signature crop, apples. Free, family-friendly event around Lincolnton's iconic Court Square. - Festival is 48 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 200, Non-food vendor apps open? No
Est. attendees-60,000, 704-530-4636, See website

Oct 17 to Oct 17, 2020     Mush, Music & Mutts Fetival

Shelby, NC - 112 South Lafayette Street

Dogs in costume, a beauty pageant, live music and a liver mush eating contest. Children’s games and activities, inflatables. Highlighted on the Travel Channel. Bring Fido Top 10 Most Pet Friendly Festival,

- Festival is 33 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 20, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 100, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-12,000, 7044844804, See website

Oct 24 to Oct 24, 2020     The Barbecue Festival

Lexington, NC - Main Street

Free one day street festival celebrating Lexington "Style" Barbecue. Includes: 7 stages of entertainment, 200 vendors, children's area, Pig Theme Sand Sculpture, Lumberjack Show, & Hogway Speedway. - Festival is 36 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 30, Food vendor apps open? Yes
Est # of non-food vendors- 250, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-150,000, 336-956-1880, See website

Nov 6 to Nov 8, 2020     Greensboro Holiday Market

Greensboro, NC - 1921 W. Lee Street

Offering foods and fashions, gifts and glitter, music and magic – everything to make the holidays bright. 11/6 10-9pm, 11/7 9-7pm, 11/8 11-5pm. - Festival is 31 years old. Festival has Juried Arts and Crafts
Est # of food vendors- 0, Food vendor apps open? No
Est # of non-food vendors- 520, Non-food vendor apps open? Yes
Est. attendees-21000, 3362825550,

Nov 27 to Nov 29, 2020     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! , 11/27 Fri.9–6pm, 11/28 Sat.10-6pm, 11/29 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,