Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in St. Charles, Missouri

Held in St. Charles each August, Festival of the Little Hills draws 300+ crafters and artisans along Historic Main Street and Frontier Park. Expect live music on the Main Stage, food vendors (many local nonprofits supporting their missions), and booths packed with one-of-a-kind handmade goods. Plan for a full day — or stay the weekend in one of St. Charles's local hotels or B&Bs.

May Makers Market in Saint Charles celebrates spring and women makers at the Foundry Art Centre—a nonprofit dedicated to connecting people with the arts. The vendor roster spans handmade goods, art, ceramics, woodwork, glasswork, body care, apparel, and food. Bonus draw: live tattoo artists on-site.

Merry Makers Market at the Foundry Art Centre in Saint Charles is a two-day holiday maker market featuring 50+ regional artists and designers selling handmade goods—jewelry, pottery, textiles, fine art, candles, soaps, and more. Friday coincides with the Foundry's monthly First Friday event; Saturday includes access to resident studio artists upstairs. A Mini Market on the mezzanine lets shoppers age 12 and under shop independently (items under $20), with proceeds supporting the Foundry's children's programming.

Saint Charles Oktoberfest draws thousands of locals and visitors each September to celebrate German heritage with food, beer, music, and a diverse vendor marketplace. The event welcomes not-for-profits, for-profit vendors, and commercial exhibitors — handcrafted goods, unique products, food vendors, and interactive experiences all play a central role. All booths include one standard 110V electrical hookup, with premium and deluxe sizing available. High-energy, family-friendly setting with an engaged audience ready to discover new businesses and support local makers.

Recurring outdoor flea + artisan market (vintage, antique, upcycled, handmade) on the St. Charles City Hall grounds.

Semiannual upscale vintage-inspired indoor market: antiques, vintage, artisan makers, repurposed goods, food; jury-selected vendors.