The Dudes Pant-Planters • NEXT CRAFT SHOWS

_👋 🤩 2025 🤩 🎉 _  

The Dudes at "50th Annual Art in the Park" in Lake Odessa, MI.

August 2, 2025 • 9AM - 4PM

Join us in the quaint Village of Lake Odessa for one of the top-rated art and craft fairs in mid-Michigan!  With 90+ artisans, live music all day, kids' activities, and favorite festival food, there's something for everyone at
Art in the Park!

Address: 1003 Jordan Lake St., Lake Odessa, MI. 48849

More info: www.lakeodessaarts.com

 

The Dudes at "Frankfort Fall Festival" in Frankfort, IL.

August 30 - September 1, 2025
FREE Admission

Each year during Labor Day weekend, over 250,000 visitors gather to the charming Village of Frankfort to enjoy the Frankfort Fall Festival. The festival welcomes over 300 artisans from all over the United States to exhibit their elite products and services.

In addition, many of Frankfort’s local organizations collaborate by sponsoring special events that highlight Frankfort Fall Festivities.  Where creativity meets community and there is something for everyone from carnival rides to main stage entertainment, to walking tacos and funnel cakes, Frankfort Fall Fest has it ALL!

Find us on the SW corner of White St. & Kansas St.

  • Saturday, August 30: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Sunday, August 31: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Monday, September 1: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Address: 123 Kansas St, Frankfort, IL 60423

More info: https://www.frankfortchamber.com/2025-frankfort-fall-festival/

 

The Dudes at the "Big E" in West Springfield, Massachusetts

September 12 - September 28, 2025
Buildings and Craft Common: 10am - 10pm

The Big E is the East Coast’s largest event and the fourth biggest fair in North America, offering an unforgettable experience for visitors nationwide. Enjoy hours of free entertainment, mouthwatering food, and the best of New England and beyond. Highlights include an authentic New Orleans Mardi Gras in The Big Parade, a captivating Irish adventure at the International Plaza’s Dingle Peninsula Showcase, and thrilling rides at the North American Midway. Explore countless educational exhibits, from the Avenue of States to Storrowton Village Museum and Farm-A-Rama. With something for everyone, The Big E delivers a vibrant, diverse celebration you won’t want to miss!

Visit The Dudes Pant-Planters at the "Carriage House" 

Address:  1305 Memorial Ave. West Springfield, MA 01089

More info: https://www.thebige.com/

 

The Dudes at the "Catoctin Colorfest" in Thurmont, MD.

October 11 - 12, 2025

October 11-12, 2025 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Local art, crafts, and a variety of delicious food are just a few of the fun things you will find at this annual event! Catoctin Colorfest, located in Thurmont, MD, is one of the largest outdoor craft shows on the East Coast and is held as the area's vibrant leaves are changing


The Dudes at the "Sunfest" in Ocean City, MD.

October 23 - 26, 2025
FREE Admission

THURS - SAT: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
SUN: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Ocean City's Sunfest is one of the largest outdoor festivals in the region, attracting tens of thousands of attendees each year for a four-day arts, crafts, music, and food fest. Local and national artisans from all over the country sell handmade items at the annual event. Sunfest offers visitors a chance to browse a variety of goods and enjoy food, music, and other alfresco activities along the Atlantic Oceanfront at the south end of Ocean City's famous boardwalk.

Address: 709 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, MD. 21842

More info: https://www.ococean.com/sunfest/

 

The Dudes at the "Art & Craft Holiday Bazaar" in the Historic Cocoa Village, FL.

December 6 - 7, 2025

10:00am - 4:00pm

The historic village becomes one of Florida’s largest outdoor handmade markets, lined with 200+ fine artists and crafters displaying their handmade pieces.  Whether a stunning oil painting or a unique pair of wire-wrapped earrings, there’s something for everyone in Cocoa Village!
This year, we are encouraging creativity in the next generation of artists with the “Creation Station”!  Bring your kids, tweens, or teens to the Taylor Park playground where artist Jen Gallo is hosting a FREE, all-day workshop.

The streets are closed to traffic, creating a pedestrian-only downtown where visitors can shop for unique gifts and indulge in delicious food from the many food trucks available.

Address: Cocoa Village, FL.

More info: https://visitcocoavillage.com/events/art-craft-fairs

 

The Dudes at the "Vero Beach Outlets Holiday Bazaar" in Vero Beach, FL.

Saturday, December 13th 2025
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, December 14th 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Vero Beach Outlets Holiday Bazaar - a Festive Art & Craft Festival on the grounds of the Vero Beach Outlets! 120 Booths of artists and crafters from all over the USA along with all the Outlet shops open for biz!
Live music, adult beverages, yummy food, kids zone and fun with friends! Perfect timing for those unique handmade gifts! Sat 10 AM to 5 PM & Sun 10 AM to 4 PM

Address: Vero Beach Outlets Shopping Center - 1824 94th .Dr., Vero Beach, FL 32966

 

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More to come, stay tuned 😊