Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Virginia Beach, Virginia
The Virginia Beach Convention Center bookends the craft season with the juried Spring Craft Market in April and the Christmas Market over Thanksgiving weekend. That's 6 events, with Santa's Stocking craft bazaars at two city recreation centers in November, the city-run Virginia Beach Farmers Market year-round and the Old Beach Farmers Market on Saturdays.
Old Beach Farmers Market
FarmersVirginia Green-certified producer market in the resort area, spilling onto 19th Street on Saturdays with a food truck and additional vendors; emphasis on fresh seasonal local fare and environmental stewardship.
Santa's Stocking Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar - Kempsville
HolidayCity of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation old-fashioned craft bazaar at Kempsville Recreation Center; companion show to Princess Anne Rec the previous weekend, same operator, different venue and weekend.
Santa's Stocking Old Fashioned Craft Bazaar - Princess Anne
HolidayCity of Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation old-fashioned craft bazaar at Princess Anne Recreation Center; crafters selling handmade items from stocking stuffers to fine works of art at budget-friendly prices. Companion show same operator at Kempsville Rec Center the following weekend.
Virginia Beach Christmas Market
Holiday45th annual Virginia Beach Christmas Market at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. 225+ fine artisans from 20+ states; consistently in Sunshine Artist Magazine Top 100 (ranked #25 most recent). 12,000+ holiday shoppers over Thanksgiving/Black Friday weekend. Show is 1/4 mile from the oceanfront. Booth balance due June 16, 2026.
Virginia Beach Farmers Market
FarmersCity-operated year-round market with ~16 leasable merchant units (enclosed and covered) plus daily/weekly vendor space; agriculture-inspired shops, a craft show with 90+ crafters, and Friday-night summer Hoedowns. Merchant leases via RFP through the city Real Estate Office.
Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market
Craft40th annual juried Virginia Beach Spring Craft Market at the Virginia Beach Convention Center (1000 19th St). 200 fine artists and craftspeople nationally. Ranked #25 Sunshine Artist 200 Best Traditional Arts & Crafts Show. Run by Events Management Group (EMG). Booth fees $410-$900 (10x10 to 10x20 endcap), plus $50 corner; $95 electricity in advance. Application via Eventeny; deadline Feb 16, 2026; jury required.
