Attend Indie Craft Parade
Indie Craft Parade is a family-friendly celebration of handmade. You’ll find quality handcrafted goods from the best makers in the South, set against the backdrop of a historic textile mill.
Our 121 artists will be set up indoors at Judson Mill. Festival attendees can also enjoy our free photobooth, crafts & activities, and local food & drink. Judson Mill is home to restaurants, a brewery, an indoor playground, rock climbing gym, and more!
Indie Craft Parade is held at Judson Mill: 701 Easley Bridge Rd, Greenville SC 29611
Plan your visit!
Parking & Shuttles
FRIDAY
For our Friday night First Dibs Party guests, we have free parking on-site at Judson Mill. Overflow parking is at Hollis Academy, and our complimentary shuttle will drop off and pick up from the festival entrance. Parking attendants will direct you to the closest available lot.
SATURDAY AND SUNDAY
For the best experience on Saturday and Sunday, park for free at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital and ride our complimentary shuttle to and from the festival entrance. Look for the Free Parking signs as you approach from downtown.
On-site parking at Judson Mill is $10 on Saturday and Sunday (card only).
If you have accessibility needs, let our on-site parking attendants know, and they will direct you accordingly.
Shuttle Info
On Saturday and Sunday, park for free at offsite lots and ride our complimentary festival shuttle, thanks to Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital and Hollis Academy.
Shuttles will run continuously from Judson Mill to offsite lots at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital and Hollis Academy.
Shuttles will begin 15 minutes before the festival opens and end 15 minutes after the festival closes.
FAQs
Here are a few common festival questions and answers to help you plan your visit:
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The 2025 Indie Craft Parade will be 3 days, September 12-14. The festival kicks off with our First Dibs Party on Friday night from 5pm to 9pm. On Saturday and Sunday the festival will be open for general admission: Saturday 10am -5pm and Sunday 10am - 4pm.
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Yes, the entire event is accessible.
We will have free handicapped parking on site, just let the parking attendants know you need that option and they will direct you accordingly. There are a limited number of paved accessible spaces in front. If you do not need accommodations for a wheelchair, and can ride the shuttle we suggest riding the shuttle as it is door-to-door drop-off.
The festival spans 2 levels, and there is an elevator off the main hallway in between spaces. If you have any questions or need help locating the elevator, please ask our staff at check-in and we will be more than happy to assist.
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On Saturday & Sunday, shuttles will run continuously to and from Judson Mill to offsite lots at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital and Hollis Academy. These shuttles will run on Saturday from 9:45 AM-5:30 PM and on Sunday from 9:45 AM-4:30 PM.
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The First Dibs Party is Friday, September 12 from 5-9pm. First Dibs tickets include:
- early access to shop one-of-a-kind handmade goods
- the chance to win an incredible giveaway basket from our artists (22 baskets available!)
- live music
- free photo booth
- free Poppy’s PopcornGeneral Admission is Saturday, September 13 from 10am-5pm and Sunday, September 14 from 10am-4pm. General Admission ranges from $5-$10. Children 16 and under receive free general admission (only on Saturday and Sunday).
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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 / videography at the event. By attending the festival you agree to be photographed or videoed for promotional purposes.
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We’d love to see what you make! Applications for Indie Craft Parade are always open May 1-20.
Please note, late applications are not accepted. Join our newsletter to be notified when submissions are open!
JUDSON MILL
701 Easley Bridge Rd, Greenville, SC 29611
