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  • ACC Festivals + Fairs

    2026 American Craft Fest St. Paul

    American Craft Fest is the summer’s best opportunity to discover craft from across the region. Participate in fun hands-on activities for all ages led by local arts partners, shop handmade work by more than 50 emerging artists, and savor local beverages and food truck fare.

    Date:

    June 13–14, 2026

    Hours:

    11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday / 11 a.m.–4 p.m. on Sunday

    Location:

    Union Depot, St. Paul, MN

    Admission:

    Free to all; registration required.

  • Ato Ribeiro in his studio, wearing overalls over a sweatshirt, with artwork behind him.

    ACC Celebrations + Gatherings

    National Craft Open Studios Weekend

    Join us for a first-of-its-kind, nationwide celebration inviting the public into the creative spaces of craft artists across the country!

    Date:

    July 18–19, 2026

    Location:

    Nationwide, United States

  • ACC Celebrations + Gatherings

    American Craft Connects: ACC Conference & Awards 2026

    Celebrate the inspiring artists and advocates receiving ACC’s 2026 Biennial Awards, and meet the rising generation of artisans across two days of engaging panels and conversations featuring industry luminaries and extraordinary makers.

    Date:

    September 4–6, 2026

    Location:

    McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota

    Admission:

    Ticketed

  • ACC Celebrations + Gatherings

    ACC Biennial Awards Celebration 2026

    The ACC Biennial Awards Celebration represent the pinnacle of recognition in the craft field. ACC presents four awards biennially to recognize standout achievements and inspire future generations of makers and artists.

    Date:

    Friday, September 4, 2026

    Location:

    McNamara Alumni Center at the University of Minnesota

    Admission:

    Ticketed

  • ACC Festivals + Fairs

    2027 American Craft Made Baltimore

    Now in its 50th year, American Craft Made Baltimore brings together 380+ artists, 10,000 craft enthusiasts, and dozens of local partner organizations from across the East Coast for shopping, demonstrations, hands-on experiences, and connection through craft.

    Date:

    February 19–21, 2027

    Hours:

    10 a.m.–6 p.m. Friday & Saturday / 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday

    Location:

    Baltimore Convention Center

    Admission:

    Ticketed; available soon

  • ACC Festivals + Fairs

    Atlanta Craft & Design 2027

    From beautifully crafted objects to forward-thinking design, discover the creative energy shaping today’s handmade culture at Atlanta Craft & Design.

    Date:

    November 2027

    Location:

    Atlanta, GA

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