Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Springfield, Missouri

Held in Springfield during December's First Friday Art Walk, the $100 and Under Art Market features roughly 40 local artists selling original handmade work—all priced at $100 or less, making it ideal for holiday gift shoppers. The free event draws a curated crowd looking to support local makers and buy directly from them.

Large indoor holiday market (200+ vendors) presented by Midwest Events & Promotions; Santa photos.

Running for more than 40 years, Artsfest on Historic Walnut Street is one of the Midwest's longest-running fine arts festivals. Held each May on Historic Walnut Street in Springfield (adjacent to Missouri State University and downtown), it brings together 110+ juried artists and 20,000+ attendees. Jury is anonymous and scores on originality, craftsmanship, cohesion, and professional presentation. All work must be original and created by the artist—AI-generated work is not permitted. Artist perks include drive-up load-in, booth sitters, complimentary meals, and on-site support from the Springfield Regional Arts Council. Over $5,000 in awards available, including Best of Show ($1,000) and People's Choice ($500).

C Street City Market is a community-centered farmers market on Springfield's Historic Commercial Street, bringing together local farmers, food producers, artisans, and entrepreneurs. The market prioritizes local food, handmade goods, and direct connections between vendors and neighbors—a supportive environment built for vendors to grow their businesses while creating a welcoming experience for shoppers.

Downtown Springfield Assn fall street festival; accepts artist and non-artist (craft) vendors via ZAPP.

Springfield-Greene County Park Board makers' market featuring local handmade/artisan vendors.

Held in Springfield at Farmers Park, Farmers Market of the Ozarks combines farm-fresh goodness, hand-crafted products and local eateries under a year-round permanent pavilion. Vendors draw from a 150-mile radius of Springfield, Missouri. Artisans, farmers, and food makers are welcome — all products must be grown, produced or created by the vendor themselves. FMO was ranked the number 15 farmers market in the nation by The Daily Meal in 2013.

Greater Springfield Farmers' Market is Missouri's largest producer-only market, operating year-round with over 100 market days annually. All vendors—farmers and artisans alike—must produce or handcraft their own products. Located at Springfield's second-busiest intersection with abundant parking and easy vendor load-in/load-out, the market draws repeat customers looking for local goods. Winter schedule (November–April) runs Saturdays only; spring through fall adds Tuesday and Thursday sessions.

Held in Springfield at the Expo Center, Makers U! is a national craft expo connecting 200+ vendors and makers in early September. The marketplace spans handmade crafts, cooking, photography, party planning, scrapbooking, holiday décor, organic beauty products, and one-of-a-kind fashion—paired with immersive workshops and educational sessions led by established presenters. Strong vendor-educator crossover and an audience actively shopping handmade goods.

Ozark Empire Fair draws over 150,000 guests in mid-to-late July in Springfield. The fair hosts commercial vendors in West Hall, outside food and beverage vendors, and a "Live Local Marketplace" dedicated to Missouri-made products. Contact Larry Krautz for vendor inquiries.