American Craft Fest St. Paul 2026

American Craft Fest St. Paul is the American Craft Council's newest juried craft show, showcasing over 80 early-career artists and other regional businesses highlighting handmade craft in all its forms. In its third year, this celebratory event held at the historic Union Depot features local food and drink, music, and live demonstrations and activities from organizations across the upper midwestern United States. This event attracts more than 3,000 craft enthusiasts who are excited to experience the joy of the handmade and take home something special.

Participation is open to early-career artists who create work that reflects the diversity of contemporary craft. All exhibitors receive a 10'w x 5'd indoor space within the beautiful Union Depot, a six-foot-long table, two chairs, and free Wi-Fi. Electricity is available for some, but not all, exhibitor spaces. The application fee is $15 and requires 6 images plus a booth shot. Applicants must submit five clear images of their work and are encouraged to submit one booth image in addition. A short artist statement of 600 characters or less is also required.

The event takes place Saturday, June 13 & Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 11am-5pm on Saturday and 11am-4pm on Sunday at Union Depot, 214 4th Street East Saint Paul, MN. The application deadline is December 2, 2025, with acceptance notifications on December 19, 2025. American Craft Fest is produced by the American Craft Council, one of the country's leading non-profit organizations committed to supporting craft and its makers.