Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Jonesboro, Arkansas

Held in Downtown Jonesboro, this is a free, two-day event hosting the KCBS Arkansas State Barbecue Championship, food trucks, vendors and live music. The festival attracts new vendors and several out-of-state vendors, expanding its footprint across downtown streets each September.

Fall Fest is an annual event hosted by DJA where you can purchase unique items from local vendors, enjoy live music and activities. The event has been a staple for at least five years and is held at Union Park in downtown Jonesboro. Expect several vendors, a pumpkin tree, live music, food, and family-friendly activities.

Operating on the Arkansas State University farm since 2006, Judd Hill Farmers' Market in Jonesboro hosts over 35,000 customers annually — the biggest farmers' market in Jonesboro. The market boasts exclusively local vendor selection. Vendors sell fresh local produce, meat, jelly, flowers, transplants, finished plants, crafts, honey, baked goods, popcorn, and more. Live music featured regularly.

Long-running juried holiday arts & crafts show; crafters rent booths

Held each September in Jonesboro, the Northeast Arkansas District Fair draws over 50,000 visitors to a nine-day event at 7001 Johnson Ave. The fair hosts over 115 commercial and food vendors alongside carnival rides, agricultural competitions, livestock, and live entertainment. Strong regional foot traffic and established audience make this a solid fit for food and craft vendors.

Held in Jonesboro at Craighead Forest Park, Red Wolf Renaissance Fair is a 501(c)(3) event celebrating Renaissance culture with an artisan marketplace, live entertainment, contests, and activities. A portion of proceeds supports red wolf conservation. Vendors attend both days.