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  Craftsmen's Classic

  Sheraton Convention Center Hotel
  2101 N Oak St
  MYRTLE BEACH, SC

  Aug 4–6

  Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a multiple winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards and consistently awarded the "Top 20 Events" award by The Southeast Tourism Society.

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  Piedmont Park Arts Festival

  Piedmont Park
  400 Park Dr NE
  ATLANTA, GA

  Aug 19–20

  The Piedmont Park Summer Arts & Crafts Festival is a 2-day outdoor event with an emphasis on the visual arts and family fun presented by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces, for people of all ages, races, customs and interests. The midtown community of Piedmont Park is considered to be home to one of the largest and most enthusiastic art buying communities in metro Atlanta. The Piedmont Park Summer Arts and craft festival bringing back the tradition to Atlanta’s arts community. This event will feature up to 250 painters, photographers, sculptors, leather and metalwork, glass blowers, jewelers, and crafters! The Festival will also offer artist demonstrations, live acoustic music, an Emerging Artists Pavilion, a children’s play area, plus festival foods and beverages with healthy alternatives.

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  DragonCon

  AmericasMart Building 3
  250 Spring St
  ATLANTA, GA

  Aug 31–Sep 4

  DragonCon!

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  Craftsman's Classic

  Dulles Expo Center
  4320 Chantilly Shopping Center Dr
  CHANTILLY, VA

  Oct 20–22

  Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across America. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards.

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  Craftsmen's Classic

  Richmond International Raceway
  600 E Laburnum Ave
  RICHMOND, VA

  Oct 27–29

  Consistently voted the "Best Arts & Crafts Show" in Virginia. Features original designs and work from hundreds of talented artists and craftspeople from across the nation. See the creative process in action as many exhibitors demonstrate throughout the weekend. Meet the actual artists and craftsmen as you visit them in their booths and discover what goes into the making of these one-of-a-kind treasures that are sure to please people on your gift giving list. There is something for every style, taste and budget with items from the most traditional to the most contemporary. Find thousands of choices from functional to whimsical, decorative to fun and conservative to funky. Don't forget to visit Christmas Tree Village to view all the different trees decorated by some of the craftsmen with their unique crafts. This show is a winner of Sunshine Artist “200 Best” awards.

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  St. Pius X Holiday Marketplace

  St. Pius X Catholic High School
  2674 Johnson Rd NE
  ATLANTA, GA

  Nov 18

  The St. Pius Holiday Marketplace is a great way to kick off the holiday shopping season and we promise you a productive day in a fun and festive setting. We host approximately 160 vendors and take-up both school gyms, the cafeteria and the outdoor breezeway. We also feature a special area for items made by St. Pius students. When you get hungry, we serve a delicious selection of lunch items as well as coffee and snacks. All proceeds benefit the St. Pius need-based scholarship program. Our vendors focus on handmade, artisanal offerings including Jewelry, Fine Art, Pottery, Gourmet Food Items, Soaps, Lotions, Candles, Apparel, Stationery, Office Items, Holiday Items, Home Décor, Religious Items, Scarves, Hats, Bags, and items for Children and Pets.