Get ready for an exciting lineup of local street fairs and craft & antique shows happening in the Bergen County area in the coming weeks and months. As we move the 2024 holiday season, the region will come alive with opportunities to discover local artisans, unique treasures, and lively community gatherings. Join us as we highlight some of the can’t-miss events coming to the region in the coming weeks and months.
The mybergen.com audience loves these events, and it’s easy to understand why! Craft shows allow small businesses and individual artisans to showcase their creativity and unique one-of-a-kind items while providing attendees with a lively community atmosphere and a fun social event.
Planning on Attending a Street Fair or Craft Show? How to Do It Right!
Bergen County area residents are ready to enjoy all that regional street fairs and craft shows have to offer. With this in mind, we recommend the following tips to help make your day at a local street fair, craft, or antique show as fun and productive as possible! These tips apply to events happening across all seasons..
- Do your pre-event research: Find out what vendors will participate and what types of items they sell. Most promoters will share this information on their website or social media pages and update as more vendors sign on to participate.
- Prepare a shopping list: That’s right! Sure, you’ll come across all sorts of unexpected items for sale, but regional antique and craft shows are a great place for gift shopping and may help you get a jump on your holiday shopping or perhaps find that one-of-a-kind birthday gift for that friend who has everything.
- Confirm event dates and hours: Street fairs and events sometimes run for more than one day, and the hours may change from day to day. Also, event hours can sometimes change year-over-year, so don’t assume that the hours will be the same as last year. The mybergen.com Events Calendar also features dates and hours for most of the region’s leading street fairs and craft shows.
- Scope out parking in advance: Many Bergen County area street fairs and art, craft & antique shows attract massive crowds. With event popularity comes parking challenges! Confirm where the local parking is located. If you plan on local street parking, make sure you’re not parking in a restricted area. Nothing takes the fun out of a day trip faster than a parking ticket!
- Get there early! Parking will be more accessible if you arrive at the very start of the day, and you’ll also be in a better position to find that actual one-of-a-kind item before someone else scoops it up.
- Consider bringing cash and credit cards: Most vendors accept both, but best be prepared for all possibilities!
- Research what food and beverages are available for sale and plan accordingly: You may be there for hours, and you’re going to get hungry! It’s also super-important to stay hydrated, even if the weather seems relatively cool.
- If it’s an outdoor event in spring or summer, wear sunscreen and cover up from the sun’s harmful rays! ‘Nuff said!
- Wear sensible shoes! This is a big one! You’ll be getting in your steps for sure, and you’ll want to make sure your feet, legs, and back are not aching at day’s end! Only consider wearing your most comfortable walking shoes or sneakers.
- What about the kids? Many street fairs are family affairs, while some craft and antique shows may not be ideal for the kiddies. A whining child can make for a long day and lead to early departure, and you don’t want that! If you plan to bring a young child, confirm whether or not strollers are permitted.
Upcoming Crafts Shows
We hope you get the chance to attend one or more of these terrific Bergen County area craft shows. You’ll have a lot of fun while supporting local artisans and our local downtown communities.
Upcoming 2024 Craft Shows Presented by PJ Promotions
Jingle Fest Craft Show
When: Sunday, November 24, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Where: Wayne Hills High School, 272 Berdan Avenue, Wayne, New Jersey
What to Expect: 100 talented exhibitors showcasing their unique arts and crafts including florals, holiday items, ceramics, pottery, jewelry, fine art, chocolates, photography, charcuterie boards, birdhouses, fiber, lighted bottles, hand painted ornaments and glassware, apparel, table runners, signs, dried flower décor, metal, and resin art, dried herb mixes, pottery, olive oils, turned wood bowls, carpet bags, stained glass, photography, holiday trees, soft sculpture and much more.
Food and drinks, including kettle corn and homemade pickles, will be available for purchase. Admission is $3.
This event, hosted by the Wayne Hills Senior Class and organized by P.J.’s Promotions, is a perfect opportunity to find special gifts for everyone on your holiday shopping list!
Annual Paramus Thanksgiving Craft Show
When: Sunday, December 1, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Where: Paramus High School, 99 E. Century Avenue, Paramus, New Jersey
What to Expect: From holiday décor and hand-painted ornaments and glassware to artisanal jewelry, turned wood bowls, apparel, photography, pottery, ceramics, charcuterie boards, soaps, candles, fiber, chocolates, art, birdhouses, lighted trees, soft sculpture, olive oils, stained glass, chain saw animals, and more, you’ll find perfect gifts or something for yourself!
Enjoy food and drinks in the café, and kettle corn and pickles will be available for purchase outside. The show is sponsored by Project Graduation and organized by P.J.’s Promotions. Admission is $3.
For more information, visit www.pjspromotions.com.
Wayne Valley Holiday Craft Show
When: Sunday, December 8, 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Where: Wayne Valley High School, 551 Valley Road in Wayne, New Jersey
What to Expect: The Wayne Valley Holiday Craft Show features over 100 art and craft exhibitors showcasing unique, handcrafted gifts perfect for everyone on your list. Here’s just some of the items you’ll find at the Show:
Hand painted handbags and signs, ceramics, hand crafted jewelry, fiber, fine art, soft sculpture, glass snowflakes, lighted trees, wind chimes, stained glass, large standing wood outdoor figures, chocolates, gnomes, holiday items, wood puzzles, charcuterie boards, holiday florals, framed dried florals, train station prints, table runners, diamond and folk art, candles, soaps, apparel, and much more will be available at this an unforgettable shopping event.
A bake table and breakfast and lunch menu will be available in the café. Home made pickles and kettle corn will be set up outside. Admission is $3. For more information go to www.pjspromotions.com or call 201-410-5416.
Stay tuned for information about upcoming Bergen County area shows in 2025!
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