When is Indie Craft Parade 2026?

The 2026 Indie Craft Parade will be held September 11-13 at Judson Mill in Greenville, SC. The festival kicks off with our Friday Opening Night Party from 5 PM to 9 PM. Saturday is open 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM.

What is the difference between the Friday Opening Night Party and General Admission?

The Friday Opening Night Party is September 11 from 5-9 PM ($25). Friday tickets include early access to work by our amazing artists, a chance to win a giveaway basket filled with handmade goods donated by our makers, and live music. Many artists sell out before Sunday, so Friday is your best chance to shop. General Admission is Saturday ($10, 10 AM-5 PM) and Sunday ($8, 10 AM-4 PM). Children 16 and under are free on Saturday and Sunday.

Do kids need tickets?

Ages 16 and under are free on Saturday and Sunday. Everyone needs a ticket for Friday night, including children. Infants under 1 are exempt.

Can I take photos or video at the festival?

You are welcome to document our event! In fact we love to see attendee photos on social media tagged with #indiecraftparade. Please be considerate of artists or their work and ask before you shoot. Indie Craft Parade will have official photography and videography at the event. By attending the festival you agree to be photographed or videoed for promotional purposes.

Indie Craft Parade is an annual curated art festival in Greenville, South Carolina that brings together some of the best handmade talent in the US.

JUDSON MILL
701 Easley Bridge Rd, Greenville, SC 29611

2026 Festival Dates & Times

First Dibs Party | 5PM - 9PM

Enjoy early access to our 100+ makers, fun shopping atmosphere, and a chance to win incredible giveaways.

Our free photobooth, local food & drink, and live music make this a perfect date or friends night out.

Sept. 11

10AM - 5PM | 10AM - 4PM

Shop from 100+ makers, enjoy craft stations, a free photobooth, and a selection of local food vendors. Children 16 and under are free.

Sept. 12 & 13

Each year we gather to celebrate handmade goods, highlight skilled makers, and encourage the rise of small, local brands.

About the festival

In the fall, we gather to celebrate the resurgence of handmade goods, highlight the care necessary to craft things by hand, and encourage the rise of small, local brands.

We welcome you to join us in our mission to support creative entrepreneurs and celebrate handmade.

I LOVE the emerging artist section! One of the best things y’all have done to celebrate creativity and the maker. Well done!

— Arin Guthe
Just a huge thank you for doing what you guys do and making this the best market I have ever done year after year.

— Kippen Priest
I do so many shows each year and nothing compares to the joy of this show.

— Mary Hamby
The whole experience just had great energy... I loved everything about it.

— Jen Hutchison

Event FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions for Attendees

Yes! Tickets will go on sale April 1, 2026.

There will be a variety of tickets to fit your budget and your schedule. Admission prices range from $5 to $65.
Children 16 and under receive free admission only on Saturday and Sunday.
Kids are not free at the First Dibs Party on Friday, September 11. If you wish to bring a child to the First Dibs Party, you. Please note, strollers are not permitted at the First Dibs party.

We encourage you to bring kids on Saturday or Sunday when children under age 16 receive free admission.
We love our community volunteers! Volunteer registration will open up closer to the festival.
Applications for the 2026 Indie Craft Parade are now closed.

Please note, late applications are not accepted. Join our newsletter to be notified when submissions are open!

Indie Craft Parade is an annual curated art festival in Greenville, South Carolina that brings together some of the best handmade talent in the US.

First Dibs Party | 5PM - 9PM

Sept. 11

10AM - 5PM | 10AM - 4PM

Sept. 12 & 13

Each year we gather to celebrate handmade goods, highlight skilled makers, and encourage the rise of small, local brands.

In the fall, we gather to celebrate the resurgence of handmade goods, highlight the care necessary to craft things by hand, and encourage the rise of small, local brands.We welcome you to join us in our mission to support creative entrepreneurs and celebrate handmade.

I LOVE the emerging artist section! One of the best things y’all have done to celebrate creativity and the maker. Well done!

Just a huge thank you for doing what you guys do and making this the best market I have ever done year after year.

I do so many shows each year and nothing compares to the joy of this show.

The whole experience just had great energy... I loved everything about it.

Event FAQs

Let’s Stay Connected

In the fall, we gather to celebrate the resurgence of handmade goods, highlight the care necessary to craft things by hand, and encourage the rise of small, local brands.

We welcome you to join us in our mission to support creative entrepreneurs and celebrate handmade.