Wayne County, Ohio Area Art & Craft Fairs Summer 2011

Late spring and early summer are great times to attend local art & craft festivals. The sun is warm, the air is pleasant and it is great to be outdoors. Being able to stroll though rows of tents or booths filled with craftsmen, artisans and their wares guarantees an interesting and delightful experience. Ohio is fortunate to have many wonderful artisans and craftsmen eager to exhibit and sell their creations. The following list of five shows between April 29 and June 19, 2011 are all located within easy driving distance of Wayne County.

Mohican Wildlife Weekend

Loudonville, Ohio

April 29 - May 1

Local artists will have their work on display and for sale along with members of the Master Works for Nature wildlife artists. These artisans will be part of a larger Wildlife Weekend which includes activities for the whole family. There is even a barn dance, a campfire where marshmallows can be roasted and many opportunities to enjoy nature at its finest.

35^th Annual Spring Festival, Craft & Furniture Auction

Holmes County Training Center

Holmesville, Ohio

May 13 - 14

Check the schedule for details of this festival. Each day offers auctions of quilts, crafts or furniture. Food and meals are included too. This is a must for lovers of Amish food, furniture and crafts.

Great Lakes Fiber Show

Wayne County Fairgrounds

Wooster, Ohio

May 28 - 29

Each day from 10am through 5pm on Sat and 4pm on Sunday fiber artists will have raw materials, finished crafts and clothing for sale. Demonstrations on carding, spinning, weaving and more are ongoing in the craft display areas. Check the schedule for animal showings and other activities.

Spring Garden Fair

Quailcrest Farm

28100 Armstrong Road

Wooster, Ohio

10-5 both days

June 11 & 12

There are so many tents full of artists, crafts and great food at this fair that you almost don't have time to enjoy the beautifully landscaped grounds or the permanent buildings full or plants and garden delights.

Olde Worthington Art Festival

Art of the Green

Worthington, Ohio

June 18 & 19

Over 150 artists and craftsmen offer a day full of browsing and shopping on the historic Village Green. Local shops will be open as well as restaurants and on Saturday the local Farmer's Market. Festival food booths will also be available.

These festivals and shows are only the beginning of many local art & craft festivals and shows which continue into the summer and fall. This list also only covers the small area surrounding Wayne County. Ohio is a great state for arts & crafts.