Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Hot Springs, Arkansas
The Garland County Fairgrounds carries Hot Springs' calendar: the Arkansas Viking Festival in March, the county fair in September, the Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Fair — running since 1968 — on the first full weekend of October, and a Renaissance Faire in November. That's 5 events with the Farmers & Artisans Market on Orange Street, open Saturday mornings and Tuesday evenings.
Arkansas Viking Festival
FestivalThemed festival (Hot Springs Renaissance Faire org) with merchant/craft & food vendor market
Garland County Fair
FairHeld in Hot Springs each September, Garland County Fair is a traditional county fair and livestock show with vendor booths for commercial exhibitors and artisans. The fair draws families and shoppers across the region for livestock competitions, agricultural programming, and the full fair experience.
Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Fair
CraftRunning since 1968, Hot Springs Arts & Crafts Fair has grown from a downtown storefront into a 200+ exhibitor event drawing artists and concessions vendors from multiple states. Held the first full weekend of October, it's volunteer-run and family-friendly, with proceeds supporting the Garland County Extension Homemakers Council's community programs and leadership initiatives.
Hot Springs Farmers & Artisans Market
FarmersHot Springs Farmers' Market runs Saturdays and Tuesday evenings year-round in downtown Hot Springs, bringing together local farmers, artisans, and food producers. Fresh produce, handmade goods, and direct relationships with the people who grow and make them — the market accepts SNAP benefits and prioritizes sustainable, locally sourced products.
Hot Springs Renaissance Faire
FairRenaissance faire with merchant/artisan and food vendor booths; distinct from the Viking Festival