Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Erie, Pennsylvania

CelebrateErie is a three-day regional festival in August featuring local and national music acts, visual arts and interactive demonstrations, artisan vendors, international cuisine, and family programming. The lineup spans live music across all genres, food trucks and local dining, locally made wine and craft beer, and a showcase of Erie's hometown businesses and creative community.

Held in downtown Erie at Perry Square, the Downtown Farmers Market runs every Sunday and features fresh fruits and vegetables along with local produce and craft vendors. Live music performs every week at noon. Shoppers can use SNAP/EBT and FMNP vouchers.

Held at Erie's Bayfront Convention Center in early November, Holiday Craft & Gift Festival draws 160+ vendors — the largest seasonal craft & gift show in the area. Expect a heavy handmade-crafts focus alongside gift vendors and home décor. Strong foot traffic from shoppers actively seeking one-of-a-kind holiday items and early-season gift shopping.

LEAF's Open Market runs Saturdays from June through September at Frontier Park in Erie — a curated mix of 40+ local farmers, bakers, and craft vendors. You'll find fresh produce, bread and pastries, oils and vinegars, honey, fresh flowers, coffee and tea alongside artisan goods, jewelry, art, wine, and beer. The market is outdoors, central, and accessible.

Summer Farmer's Market runs Wednesday evenings in August at Bayview Park in Erie's West Bayfront neighborhood, partnering with Burch Farms Country Market. Shoppers receive five-dollar market vouchers redeemable at vendor booths. Live music joins the final week. A straightforward, neighborhood-focused market — good fit for produce, baked goods, and prepared foods targeting local foot traffic.

Held in Erie at the Bayfront Convention Center, the Spring Craft & Gift Festival runs each April and pairs with a November Holiday show — two annual shopping events focused on handmade crafts and gifts. Strong vendor mix of artisans displaying home décor, one-of-a-kind gifts, and seasonal goods. Established shows with dedicated foot traffic timed around Mother's Day (spring) and holiday shopping (fall).