Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Waco, Texas
The Waco Downtown Farmers Market has run on Saturdays year-round since 2011, and Cultural Arts of Waco presents Art on Elm Avenue in September and the Waco Cultural Arts Fest in November. That's 6 events, with Main Street Market in mid-May, the Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo in October and the juried Home for the Holidays Gift Market at the turn of November.
Art on Elm Avenue
FestivalAnnual one-day arts festival on Elm Avenue in East Waco with artist/maker vendor booths; presented by Cultural Arts of Waco.
Heart O' Texas Fair & Rodeo
FairEleven-day county fair and rodeo at the Extraco Events Center; commercial, concession, and exhibitor vendor booths (indoor and outdoor).
Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Waco
HolidayHeld at the Waco Convention Center, Home for the Holidays Gift Market of Waco is an annual juried holiday gift market featuring merchant and maker booths. Shopping happens indoors on the second level, with free parking and photo booth + Santa meet-and-greet throughout the weekend. Children 12 and under get in free.
Main Street Market ~ Waco
CraftHeld in Waco at BASE at Extraco Events Center, Main Street Market is a juried craft and gift marketplace produced by Texas Market Guide. The vendor mix includes handcrafted goods, home décor, jewelry, gourmet food, and seasonal items — curated by a team with over 100 years of combined experience in the market business.
Waco Cultural Arts Fest
FestivalAnnual arts festival presented by Cultural Arts of Waco at Indian Spring Park and the Waco Convention Center; artist and craft vendor booths.
Waco Downtown Farmers Market
FarmersWaco Downtown Farmers Market has been running since 2011 and operates year-round Saturdays at 200 E. Bridge Street, drawing local agricultural producers and artisan vendors from within 150 miles of Waco. The market prioritizes fresh produce, meats, and prepared meals alongside handmade goods. Weekly wellness activities and live entertainment are part of the Saturday morning rhythm.
