Award-Winning Craft Show Returning To Chester This Fall: See The Date

CHESTER, NJ — Chester becomes a hub for the New Jersey arts and crafts scene during a popular craft festival each year, attracting visitors from all over the county and state.

And with another spring craft show in the rearview mirror for 2024, organizers and artisans are gearing up for this year's fall show, put on by the Historic Chester Business Association.

Handcrafted home furnishings and decor, metal items, jewelry, clothing and other items will be among the many goodies available at one of the county's most significant craft shows.

Now celebrating 51 years, the annual Fall Craft Show is planned rain or shine on Saturday, Sept. 7 and Sunday, Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Municipal Field (134 Main Street, Chester NJ 07930). Some vendors will also be set up on Perry Street in the Historic Shopping District.

According to Chester Craft Show organizers, the event has been ranked one of the top craft shows in the country. For decades, art enthusiasts have flocked to Main Street, which has been transformed into a massive hub of tents selling local products, artistic services, and a variety of delicious small-batch treats to take home.

There will be a variety of unique shops and eateries selling merchandise, ranging from fine artists and photographers to ceramicists, jewelry makers, woodworkers, craft beverage and specialty food purveyors, gourmet pet products and more.

Click here for more information, and to find answers to frequently-asked questions about the craft show. Vendors who have not signed up yet should contact the HCBA for last-minute registration.