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Visit the Many Fall Art Festivals in Connecticut

Fall is fast approaching and there are so many fall art festivals in Connecticut to look forward to. These festivals include local artists who sell their goods. There will also be plenty of food options. Whatever your reason for going, these festivals are a great way to spend a day in Connecticut. Let’s check them out.

Fairfield County

2024 Westport Summer Sunday Artisan Market
August 18th, September 8th – 12pm-4pm
This artisan market will be held outdoors and offer many unique, handmade items. These include jewelry, pottery, textiles and artwork. The galleries at MoCA will also be open for you to tour the latest art exhibitions.
Artisan Marketplace Summer Series – MoCA CT


2024 Bethel Holiday Weekend Craft Festival
September 1st – 11am-5pm
Enjoy many different categories of crafts at the Bethel Holiday Weekend Craft Festival.
https://m.facebook.com/events/1529111591013500/


2024 Stamford Fall Arts and Crafts Show
September 14th – 10am-6:30pm
Local and regional artists will have their handcrafted goods on display for purchase. When you’re done shopping, check out the restaurants located on Bedford Street.
http://stamford-downtown.com/events/arts-crafts-on-bedford/


2024 Trumbull Arts Festival
September 15th – 10:00am-4:00pm
This fall art festival in Connecticut will feature artists and crafters from all over the state. Items include handmade purses, artisan soaps, jewelry, pottery and more.
https://www.trumbull-ct.gov/625/Arts-Festival


2024 Greenwich Fall Art Festival
October 12 & 13th – 10am-5pm
This festival is celebrating its 43rd year! Shop original fine art. This includes paintings and prints, mixed media, sculptures and more. There will also be children’s activities and food.
43rd Annual Outdoor Arts Festival – The Bruce Museum

New Haven County

2024 International Cultural Arts Fusion Festival
August 24th – 11:00am-5:00pm
If you’re interested in mixing art and culture, something we love to do here at Passport by Design, be sure to visit this fall art festival in Connecticut. Explore cultural exhibits and enjoy live performances. International restaurants will also be showcased.
International Food and Culture Fest – Arts in CT


2024 Southbury Arts and Eats
August 24th – 10am-4pm
Choose from a selection of fine art, ceramics, clothing and accessories and more. Lots of food options will be available.
CT Arts Eats (southburywomensclub.org)

Middlesex County

2024 Wadsworth Mansion Open Air Market and Festival
Aug 25th – 10:00am-4:00pm
Seeing the historic Wadsworth Mansion is just one reason to visit this festival. Enjoy lots of Connecticut grown or made products. This includes lots of local food items. Lots of local artisans will also be selling goods. These include pottery, painted items and jewelry. There will be live music. The festival is very family friendly.
Open Air Market & Festival – Wadsworth Mansion


2024 Middletown Art Fest
September 6th, October 4th – Times vary by vendor
Vendors will include crafters and artisans of all kinds. Support local Connecticut artists.
First Friday – Things To Do & See (google.com)


2024 Killingworth Artisan Market
September 7th – 10:00am-3:00pm
This artisan market will be located at Parmelee Farm and feature many local crafters. This market is family friendly, and dogs on leashes are also welcome.
Parmelee Farm Artisan Market – Potters, painters, jewelers, soap makers, crafters, photographers, woodworkers, the list goes on. (parmeleefarmmarket.org)

New London County

2024 Stonington Art Walk
September 14th – 10:00am-4:00pm
This is the Sixth Annual Stonington Borough Art Walk and it is hosted by the Stonington Borough Merchants Association. It will feature artists from both Connecticut and Rhode Island. Enjoy musical performances while you shop vendor booths.
The Sixth Annual Stonington Borough Art Walk in Stonington, CT (thisismystic.com)

Hartford County

2024 Glastonbury Fine Art and Craft Show
September 7th & 8th – 10am-5pm
Shop fine art and handmade crafts on Hubbard Green. Enjoy live music and poetry readings.
Art & Craft Show | Glastonbury | Connecticut | Glastonbury Arts | Art festival


2024 Simsbury Arts and Crafts Festival
September 14th – 10:00am-4:00pm
Shop local arts and crafts at this festival hosted by the Simsbury Junior Woman’s Club.
Arts and Crafts Festival — Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center


2024 Old Wethersfield Arts and Crafts Fair
October 5th – 10am-4pm
The Old Wethersfield Arts & Crafts Fair will take place at Cove Park. It is the fair’s 42nd year. Shop hand-made items and meet the artists themselves. Some will perform demonstrations. Items include pottery, jewelry, textiles and more.
42nd Annual Old Wethersfield Arts and Crafts Fair October 5, 2024 10:00 am – 4:00 pm – Wethersfield Historical Society (wethersfieldhistory.org)

When you visit fall art festivals in Connecticut you support local artisans. If you don’t live in Connecticut, that’s fine. Check out the Fairs and Festivals website for fall art festivals across the U.S.

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