Stories, tips, and news about fairs, festivals, and community events.
Your booth is your storefront. Vendors who use vertical displays, focal points, good lighting, and a focused product line consistently outsell those with a flat table and no plan. Here's how to set up a booth that stops people in their tracks.
More and more craft fairs require proof of liability insurance before they'll approve your vendor application. Here's what vendor insurance covers, what it costs, and where to get it quickly.
The number-one question first-time craft fair vendors ask is how much inventory to bring. Here's a simple formula — plus rules of thumb for price points, backstock, and keeping your booth looking full all day.
From Fryeburg to Blue Hill to Skowhegan, Maine's agricultural fairs are community traditions that have been running for over a century. This guide covers the major fairs, the hidden gems, and tips for first-timers hitting the Maine fair circuit in 2026.
A practical guide to becoming a craft fair vendor in New England — from choosing the right fairs and nailing your application to setting up your booth and making sales. Everything a first-time vendor needs to know.
