Title: Lonsdale Quay Farmers' Market
Dates: Every Saturday May thru October 2013
Hours: 10am - 3pm
Address of show site: Lonsdale Quay on the East Plaza 123 Carrie Court, foot of Lonsdale Street, North Vancouver
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: yes
Jury deadline: By appointment
Where will jury be held: Call for info
Instructions for artists: Call for info
Number of exhibitors: 23
Booth Cost: 10X10' $37.50 10X20 $59.00 + $50 Membership in Artisan Famers' Market Society
Amenities Included: Just the 10X10' or 10X20' space
Estimated Visitors: 600 - 800
Clientele Description: All ages
Contact Person: Lyn Hainstock
Contact Information: Land 604 628 8226 - Cell 604 318 0487 or Email: lynhainstock@hotmail.com
Website: www.artisanmarkets.ca

Title: Royal City Farmers Market
Dates: Nov 3, Nov 17, Dec 1, Dec 15, 2012 Jan 5, Jan 19, Feb 2, Feb 16, Mar 2, Mar 16, Apr 6, Apr 20, May 4, 2013
Hours: 11am - 3pm
Address of show site: River Market (formally Westminster Quay), 810 Quayside Drive in New Westminster
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: yes
Jury deadline: Need to apply by October 4, 2013 to participate in Craft Panel on October 10th
Where will jury be held: We are holding a craft panel on October 10th from 7pm to 8:30pm in Burnaby near Edmonds Skytrain Station.
Instructions for artists: Once interested craft vendors apply through our online vendor application form we will send all the craft panel details to them directly and confirm their attendance. The online form can be accessed from our website or craft vendors can call or email Jodi directly for more information.
Number of exhibitors: 13-15 per market day
Booth Cost: $25.00
Amenities Included: Indoor market, power can be requested, volunteers to help with unloading vendor supplies and minding stalls during vendor breaks
Estimated Visitors: 800 -1000 per market day
Clientele Description: Loyal Royal City Farmers Market shoppers including many from the Queens Park area who are interested in crafts, pottery, jewelry etc.
Contact Person: Jodi Appleton
Contact Information: Phone: 778-928-7236 or Email: marketmanager@rcfm.ca
Website: www.rcfm.ca

The Scandinavian Midsummer Festival  I
Dates: Saturday June 22nd and Sunday 23rd, 2013
Hours: Saturday 10-6pm; Sunday 10 to 4pm
Address of show site:  Scandinavian Community Centre 6540 Thomas Street in Burnaby (Right by Hwy #1 between exits 32 & 33)
Region:  Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: April 30th, 2013
Where will jury be held:  If you would like to participate at the Craft Fair, please prepare to send us the following:
•             How and why you do your craft and where have you shown?
•             3 photographs of the kinds of crafts you are selling
•             Application for the Craft Market
•             Participation Agreement
•             Cheque dated for April 30th, 2013
We will contact successful applicants by Friday May 11th
Instructions for artists:Please visit the website for additional information
Number of exhibitors: 60
Booth Cost:  We offer you a table at our festival for TWO days for just $99.75, including all the taxes.
Amenities Included: The craft table is 8’ long, and comes with two chairs. The table will be under cover in one of the five country tents. The festival will be advertised on JR fm Radio, in the Vancouver Sun and The Province as well as in local newspapers. The fun and crazy wife-carrying contest always draws a lot of attention along with continuous entertainment all weekend.
During the Craft Fair there will be:
•             Continuous on-stage entertainment
•             Children’s games
•             An authentic Viking Village (the Vikings actually camp out all weekend!)
•             The raising of and dancing around the traditional May Pole
•             Cultural displays
•             Scandinavian food
Estimated Visitors: 3,500
Clientele Description:  Scandinavians, people of Scandinavian heritage and many other nationalities of all ages.
Contact Person:  Ms. Leena Kelly
Contact Information: Call-604-294-2777 or Email: info@scandinaviancentre.org
Website:  www.scandinavianmidsummerfestival.org AND www.scandinaviancentre.org

July Craft Markets

Harrison Festival Art Market
Dates: July 6 & 7 and July 12, 13 & 14
Hours: Saturdays 11am - 7pm; Friday & Sundays 11am - 5pm
Address of show site: Beach front, Harrison Hot Springs
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: yes
Jury deadline: Three jury dates: April 12, May 17, June 21
Instructions for artists: Submit application form plus photos of work (hard copy or digital) to: Art Market Box 399 Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0
Application packages available online or from Festival office.
Number of exhibitors: 45 - 55
Booth Cost: $85.00/weekend plus 10% commission
Amenities Included: 10' x 10' space, chairs
Estimated Visitors: 5 - 6,00/weekend
Clientele Description: Attendees of the Harrison Festival of the Arts as well as summer visitors to the resort community of Harrison Hot Springs
Contact Person: Kevin Jones
Contact Information: Call- 604 796-3664 or Email: info@harrisonfestival.com
Website: www.harrisonfestival.com

Arnold Mikelson Festival of Arts
Dates: July 13, 14 - 20, 21
Hours: 10am - 6pm
Address of show site: 13743-16 Ave White Rock, S.Surrey, V4A 1P7
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: April 30, 2013
Where will jury be held: Please send by mail to the above address
Instructions for artists: Include 3 pictures of work with artist bio
Number of exhibitors: 100
Booth Cost: Please contact Mary Mikelson via Phone
Estimated Visitors: Several thousand
Clientele Description: Multicultural people who love art and are interested in buying.
Contact Person: Mary Mikelson
Contact Information: Call-604.536.6460
Website: www.mindandmatterart.com

August Craft Markets

2013 Harmony Arts Festival Art Market
Dates: August 2- 5 and 9- 11, 2013
Hours: 2- 9pm (Fridays) 11am- 9pm (Saturdays, Sundays and Holiday Monday)
Address of show site: Along Argyle Avenue between 14th and 16th Street in West Vancouver.
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: Friday April 14, 2013
Where will jury be held: Please visit the website
Instructions for artists: Please visit the website
Number of exhibitors: 80
Booth Cost: 10 foot x 10 foot Tent: First weekend: $600, Second weekend $450, both weekends $900. Half a 10 foot x 10 foot Tent: First weekend: $300, Second weekend $225, both weekends $450
Amenities Included: Booth fee includes tent, two 6 foot tables, two folding chairs and one overhead lamp or an electric source inside each 10 foot x 10 foot tent
Estimated Visitors: Over 100,000 Visitor attended the 2012 Harmony Arts Festival
Clientele Description: Well attended by local, regional and international visitors.
Contact Person: Meghan Leeburn
Contact Information: Call-604.362.6744 or E-mail: mleeburn@westvancouver.ca
Website: www.harmonyarts.ca

Art on the Farm
Dates: August 24, 2013
Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Address of show site: 1162 Iverson Road, Lindell Beach, BC
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: yes
Jury deadline: 23/08/13
Where will jury be held: N/A
Instructions for artists: See Vendor Info on website for details. Send pictures to info@artonthefarm.ca
Number of exhibitors: 55
Booth Cost: $35 before April 30 and $50 after
Amenities Included: 10x10 space, outdoors
Estimated Visitors: 600
Clientele Description: Vancouver cottagers and Chilliwack locals
Contact Person: Minda Chittenden
Contact Information: Phone- 250-307-6772 or Email: info@artonthefarm.ca
Website: www.artonthefarm.ca

Harrison Festival September Craft Market
Dates: August 31 - September 1, 2013
Hours: Saturday 11am - 6pm; Sunday 11am - 5pm
Address of show site: Harrison Memorial Hall 290 Esplanade, Harrison Hot Springs
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: No
Jury deadline: First come, first served
Instructions for artists: Please go to website
Number of exhibitors: 42
Booth Cost: $70.00 plus 10% commission
Amenities Included: booth space, chairs
Estimated Visitors: 3,500 - 4,500
Clientele Description: Labour day weekend visitors to the resort community of Harrison Hot Springs
Contact Person: Kevin Jones
Contact Information: Call- 604 796-3664 or Email: info@harrisonfestival.com
Website: www.harrisonfestival.com

November Craft Markets

St. Thomas Aquinas 27th Annual Christmas Arts and Craft Fair
Dates: Sunday, November 3, 2013
Hours: 10am - 4pm
Address of show site: St. Thomas Aquinas High School 541 West Keith Road North Vancouver BC V7M 1M5
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: March 13 2013
Where will jury be held: All new crafters must go through the jury process scheduled on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the St. Thomas Aquinas High School, North Vancouver (541 Keith Road, North Vancouver) from 10:00am to 2:00 pm. Jury Location and Jury Submission Instructions for Artists: North Vancouver, BC. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis. Exhibitors’ art or crafts will be subject to the approval of a jury to ensure they are hand made by the submitting artist. Only arts and crafts accepted by the jury may be sold or exhibited at the craft fair. No agents or imported items will be permitted.
Application form available at: http://www.aquinas.org/community/fundraising/sta-craft-fair/
Instructions for artists: Please see above
Number of exhibitors: more than 140 crafters
Booth Cost: $100
Amenities Included: Tables; electrical outlets; volunteers to assist unload and load; (crafters must bring their own dollies), hostesses are available for booth sitting; cashier is available for change; cafeteria; set-up is on Sunday beginning at 7:00am; take down of exhibit is at 4:00 pm.
Estimated Visitors: Attracting more than 2,400 visitors during the day
Clientele Description: Most anticipated Christmas Craft Fair where clients vary from local residents to residents from neighbouring municipalities. Reaching a diverse audience, the Fair is meant to appeal to any and all tastes and ages.
Contact Person: Jodi Barton
Contact Information: Phone- (604) 987-4431 ext. 201 or Email:craftfair@aquinas.org
Website: www.aquinas.org/community/fundraising/sta-craft-fair/

Urban Artisans Craft Fair
Dates: Saturday November 23 & Sunday November 24, 2013
Hours: 10 am - 4:30 pm
Address of show site: 181 Roundhouse Mews (Davie & Pacific),
Vancouver, BC - Exhibition Hall
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: Please check
www.roundhouse.ca for more details after August 11, 2013.
Where will jury be held: 181 Roundhouse Mews (Davie & Pacific), Vancouver, BC Please check www.roundhouse.ca for more details after August 11, 2013.
Instructions for artists: Please see above
Number of exhibitors: Maximum 52 per day
Booth Cost: $60 for one day; $110 for two days includes GST
Amenities Included: 8' table, wall and electrical access on request, wifi, marketing materials: posters and hand cards, Facebook page.
Estimated Visitors: 1500
Clientele Description: This established craft fair attracts families with younger children and individuals of all ages.
Contact Person: Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre
Contact Information: Call-604-713-1800 or Email: info@roundhouse.ca
Website: www.roundhouse.ca

Westshore Wonderland Craft Fair
Dates: November 22-24, 2013
Hours: Friday noon-8pm, Saturday 10am - 5pm, Sunday 10am - 4pm
Address of show site: Eagle Ridge Community Centre, 1089 Langford Parkway, Victoria BC
Region: The Islands
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: 01/07/13
Where will jury be held: N/A
Instructions for artists: Please send three clear close-up photos by email to earthlygoods@shaw.ca
Number of exhibitors: 100
Booth Cost: $150 - $400
Amenities Included:
- pipe//drape booth
- 6 foot skirted table
- two chairs
- electricity
- wifi
Estimated Visitors: 5000
Clientele Description: Holiday shoppers from largest growing suburb of Victoria BC
Contact Person: Ettie Catto
Contact Information: Call- 250-642-4419 or Email: earthlygoods@shaw.ca
Website: www.earthlygoods.ca

SFU Winter Craft Fair
Dates: Tues - Fri, Nov 26 - 29, 2013
Hours: 9am-5pm
Address of show site: North Academic Quadrangle, 8888 University Dr, SFU, Burnaby, BC, V5A 1S6
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: 09/10/13
Where will jury be held: Send in your application form with photos or web links to images of your range of products by the deadline to be considered for our fair. If space allows, we will accept late applicants
Instructions for artists: See information above
Number of exhibitors: 45
Booth Cost: $146.40 plus parking if necessary
Amenities Included: 8 foot table, 2 chairs, electrical outlet, and access to wifi
Estimated Visitors: many hundreds daily
Clientele Description: the Winter Craft Fair is anticipated yearly by SFU students, staff, faculty, UniverCity community and surrounding neighbourhoods as the place to buy unique gifts during the busy end-of-semester season. Situated in the north concourse of our main lecture building, there is a constant bustle of potential shoppers making their way to the next class or appointment.
Contact Person: Rena Hood Lundrie or Lawrence Jones
Contact Information: Call-778.782.3870 or Email: gocoords@sfss.ca
Website: www.sfss.ca

33rd Annual Coquitlam Christmas Craft Fair
Dates: November 29, 30 & December 1 2013
Hours: Friday 5pm-9pm, Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 11am-4pm
Address of show site: 624 Poirier Street
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: yes
Jury deadline: Ongoing
Where will jury be held: N/A
Instructions for artists: Email us photos of your work. There is a $10 jury fee that is only to be paid once you have been accepted into the show.
Number of exhibitors: 120
Booth Cost: $220 - $290
Amenities Included: 8 foot table and two chairs
Estimated Visitors: 4500 +
Clientele Description: Our customers come from all over the Lower Mainland-All age groups.
Contact Person: Samantha MacDonald
Contact Information: Phone- 604 469-9669 or Email: coquitlamcrafts@gmail.com
Website: www.coquitlamcrafts.com

Title: Bizarre Bazaar
Dates: Nov 30-Dec 1, 2013
Hours: Nov 30-11:00am to 7:00pm, Dec 1-11:00am to 5:00pm
Address of show site: Whistler Conference Centre
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: July 19, 2013
Where will jury be held: N/A
Instructions for artists: The jury will assess your work from photos and the description of your work submitted with application form.
Number of exhibitors: 100
Booth Cost: Early Bird (before July 19) $185, General $200
Amenities Included: 8 ft x 8 ft both space and one 6 ft x 2 ft table: No walls or pipe and drape
Estimated Visitors: over 5,000 visitors
Clientele Description: Locals, tourists from overseas, Canada and the Lower Mainland. Attendees are anyone between the ages of 30-60. The event includes entertainment for adults and kids
Contact Person: Patty Blomberg
Contact Information: Call-604-935-8410 Website: www.artswhistler.com

Dunbar Holiday Craft Fair
Dates: Saturday November 30, 2013
Hours: 10:00am-5:00pm
Address of show site: 4747 Dunbar Street, Vancouver
Region: Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: Saturday June 8th, 2013
Where will jury be held: Please check website
Instructions for artists: By appointment only.
Number of exhibitors: 140
Booth Cost: $96.00 (add $18.00 for electricity) Price includes HST.
Amenities Included: Program with vendor name and contact info. Table, 2 chairs and marketing material.
Estimated Visitors: 2100+
Clientele Description: These are qualified buyers coming from the Dunbar area and beyond. This is a well-established show that is its 31st year. It is consistently rated on Vancouver's top craft fairs.
Contact Person: Dunbar Community Centre
Contact Information: Phone- 604-222-6060 ext. 2 or Email: dunbarcc@vancouver.ca
Website: www.dunbarcentre.ca

THE ISLANDS

36th ANNUAL CREATIVE CRAFT FAIRS!
Dates: November: 9th, 10th & 11th. 2013
Hours: Saturday: 10am-5pm, Sunday: 10am-5pm, Monday: 10am to 5pm.
Address of show site: 3100 Tillicum Rd. Victoria, BC (at Pearkes Arena)
Region:  The Islands
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline:  On going
Where will jury be held:  See below
Instructions for artists:  Jury is by photos (please email photos of product)
Number of exhibitors:  100 plus
Booth Cost:  (8X8 is $398) (10X10 is $430) (20X10 is $740) corner extra $60
Amenities Included:  power, pipe and drape, one table and Tax.
Estimated Visitors:  5,000-8,000
Clientele Description:  A wide range of individuals and families purchasing gifts for the holidays. One of the most popular craft fairs on Vancouver Islands.
Contact Person:  Deanna Walters
Contact Information:  Call-250-658-0971 or E-mail: creativecraftfairs@onebox.com
Website: www.creativecraftfairs.com

25th Annual Out of Hand Artisan Fair
Dates: November 29 - December 1 2013
Hours: Nov 29, 10am - 9pm; Nov 30, 10am - 6pm; Dec 1, 10am - 4:30pm
Address of show site: Crystal Garden, 713 Douglas St., Victoria
Region: The Islands
Juried: Yes
Jury deadline: April 1 and ongoing thereafter
Where will jury be held: 4077 Lanchaster Rd., Duncan, BC V9L 6G2
Instructions for artists: Please submit 5 photos or samples of your work (email is fine).
The Out of Hand Fair is a professional show and work exhibited must be original, designed and made by the applicant. Consideration will be given for the overall balance of craft categories at the show. Number of exhibitors: 100 +
Booth Cost: $550 +
Amenities Included: Pipe and drape sidewalls, carpeting, chair, electrical outlet; on-site storage; hotel discounts; cheap parking
Estimated Visitors: 8000
Clientele Description: Average customer is female, aged 40 - 65 but our Friday evening event attracts a younger client
Contact Person: Ramona Froehle-Schacht
Contact Information: Call-250-737-1788 or Email: ramana@outofhand.ca
Website: www.outofhand.ca

OUTSIDE BC

November Craft Markets

Art Market Art and Craft Sale
Dates: November 14-17, 2013
Hours: 10am-9pm Thurs and Fri, 10am-6pm Sat, 10am-5pm Sun
Address of show site: Calgary Telus Convention Center (Downtown City Center)
Region: Outside BC
Juried:  yes
Jury deadline: April 1st, 2013
Where will jury be held: PO Box 8875, 706 Yates St., Victoria BC V8W 3Z1
Instructions for artists:Please visit website for more information
Number of exhibitors: 200
Booth Cost:  $1150 and up
Amenities Included: Shopping Bags / Sale Guide / Move-in and move-out assistance / Exhibitors' Lounge / Silent Hour Security / Booth Relief Service / Limited Storage Area
Estimated Visitors: 22,000
Clientele Description:  Upper Income, age 30-60, more women than men
Contact Person:  Capri Aspe
Contact Information:  Phone-250-893-7300 or Email-info@artmarketcraftsale.com
Website: www.artmarketcraftsale.com

 

LISTING YOUR 2013 CRAFT SHOW

For nineteen years, the Craft Council of British Columbia has produced the largest and most comprehensive listing of craft shows in British Columbia. This listing also includes craft shows from across Canada. Craft Market Listing costs $25/listing for non-business members of the Craft Council and is free for business members of the Council. If you are organizing a craft show and would be intrested in having your information advertised in our calendar, please complete the submission form by clicking HERE. (Please note, if you are organizing more than one event, you will need to submit each event seperately.)

We look forward to working with you! For answers to your questions or concerns, or to submit your form via email, please contact marketing@craftcouncilbc.ca or call 604-687-6511.

Thank you,
Bonnie Gale
Marketing Coordinator, CCBC
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