Events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to the current health crisis. Please check with the sponsoring organization before making plans. All area codes 401 unless otherwise noted.
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April
30–May 3 The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is making its Art in Bloom show virtual this year. The annual event showcases fine art and floral designs; visit mfa.org to learn more.
May
May 1 & 2 The May Day Market at the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence provides an “open air” experience indoors, where visitors can enjoy fine arts and crafts, food, flowers and more. For tickets and hours, call 816-0963 or visit finefurnishingsshows.com.
Come to the longest-running home show north of Boston with hundreds of vendors to cater to your home needs at the New Hampshire State Home Show at the Doubletree Hotel in Manchester. Ticket prices and show hours vary; call (603) 228-0351 or visit nhstatehomeshow.net to learn more.
May 11–16 Head out to Brimfield, Massachusetts, for the Brimfield Antique Flea Market, one of the oldest and largest antiques fairs in the nation, and home to thousands of dealers. With a few exceptions, admission is free; visit brimfieldantiquefleamarket.com to learn more.
May 14–16 Visit the largest home show in New England at the Southeastern Connecticut Home and Garden Show located at the Earth Expo & Convention Center at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville. Tickets are $8–$10; kids under 12 are free. For more information call (860) 365-5678 or visit jenksproductions.com.
May 22 & 23 Head to Twin River Casino Hotel in Lincoln for Home Show Lincoln. This free event also features local chefs. To learn more, call (508) 823-0389 or visit newenglandhomeshows.com.
May 22 & 23 The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Connecticut, is holding its annual Outdoor Crafts Festival from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Admission is $10 and children under 5 are free. For details, call (203) 869-0376 or visit brucemuseum.org.
May 29–31 Spend your Memorial Day weekend at Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival along Narragansett Parkway in Warwick. This free event is family-friendly and includes artists and artisans, delicious food and live music. For more information, call 781-1772 or visit gaspee.com.
June
June 4–6 Head to Shriner’s Auditorium in Wilmington for the Suburban Boston Home Show. Register online in advance for free admittance or pay $10 at the door. Call (978) 403-3048 or visit mahomeshows-sa.com to learn more.
June 10–12 Horticulturalists and amateur gardeners alike can acquire a variety of greens native to New England at the Native Plant Sale at Waltham Field Station in Massachusetts. The sale is only open to members at the Advocate/Family level or higher, and all purchases must be preordered due to current COVID restrictions; call (781) 790-8921 or visit grownativemass.org for details.
June 12 & 13 The pro.found vintage market at Kalon Farm in Lancaster, Massachusetts, brings together curators of vintage wares and handmade goods. For tickets and
more information, please visit theprofoundmarket.com.
June 18–20 There won’t be a Newport Flower Show this year due to the pandemic, but the ballroom at Rosecliff will be packed with posies for Back In Bloom: A Ballroom Floral Fantasy, which promises a unique combination of sight, scent and
sound. Call 847-1000 or visit newportmansions.org for details.
June 25–27 Tour The Point’s hidden horticultural wonders during the Secret Garden Tours departing from the Newport Visitor Center. For reservations call 439-7252 or
visit secretgardentours.org.
July
July 2–4 Spend your Fourth of July weekend at the Berkshires Arts Festival at Ski Butternut in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. See the work of 175 jury-selected artists from across the country in this stunning setting. To learn more, visit berkshiresartsfestival.com.
July 10 & 11 Head over to historic Wickford for the annual Wickford Art Festival. This free event takes place between Wickford Village, Roosevelt Avenue and Wilson Park. Call 294-6840 or visit wickfordart.org for details.
July 13–18 Return to Brimfield, Massachusetts, for the summer edition of the Brimfield Antique Flea Market. For more information visit brimfieldantiquefleamarket.com.
July 17 & 18 Travel through the charming towns of Tiverton and Little Compton, then continue through Dartmouth and Westport, Massachusetts, during South Coast Artists’ Open Studio Tour. For more information, visit southcoastartists.org.
July 24 & 25 The annual Stamford Art Festival runs 10 a.m.–5 p.m. at Harbor Point in Stamford, Connecticut. This event is free and has arts and crafts for sale, live music, activities for children and more. Call (518) 852-6478 or visit gordonfinearts.org for details.
August
August 14 & 15 New England Craft Fairs is hosting a family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible show at Wells Junior High in Wells, Maine. Call (207) 946-7079 or visit newenglandcraftfairs.com for more information.
August 21 & 22 Take an arts cruise through Tiverton and Little Compton, and Dartmouth and Westport, Massachusetts, during South Coast Artists’ Open Studio Tour. For details, visit southcoastartists.org.
September
Sept. 7–12 The Brimfield Antique Flea Market is back for its fall event, with thousands of dealers lining the street in Brimfield, Massachusetts. For more information, visit brimfieldantiquefleamarket.com.
Sept. 17–19 Treat your taste buds at the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival, where visitors can sample delectable cuisine and fine wines. To purchase tickets or learn more, call 847-1000 or visit newportmansions.org.
Sept. 18 & 19 If you missed the spring Connecticut Better Homes Show, or simply want a chance to go back, head to the fall show at the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport. Call (203) 939-9901 or visit ctbetterhs.com for details and ticket information.
Sept. 25 & 26 The pro.found vintage market at Kalon Farm in Lancaster, Massachusetts, brings together curators of vintage wares and fine handmade goods. For tickets and more information, please visit theprofoundmarket.com.
October
Oct. 8 Celebrate fall in New England at the 38th annual Stowe Foliage Arts Show at Topnotch Field in Stowe, Vermont, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (802) 316-5019 or visit craftproducers.com.
Oct. 9–11 Support the arts and the Rhode Island community of Scituate at the Scituate Art Festival, a fundraising event taking place on the village green. To learn more, visit scituateartfestival.org.
Oct. 16 & 17 The colorful Roseland Cottage in Woodstock, Connecticut, opens its doors for a Fine Arts & Crafts Festival. For further details, visit historicnewengland.org.
November
Nov. 5–7 Check out the Fine Furnishings Show at the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence for hand-crafted and American-made furniture, accessories and art. Admission is $10. For tickets and more details, please visit finefurnishingsshows.com.
Nov. 12–14 Visitors can view and purchase handmade goods at the Art Providence Show at the Rhode Island Convention Center. To learn more, visit artprovidenceshow.com.
Nov. 12–January 31 Peruse multimedia crafts to find the perfect holiday gift (virtually) at CraftBoston Holiday Online. Visit societyofcrafts.org for more information.
Nov. 20–January 1 Feel the holiday spirit with the stunning decorations on display at Holidays at the Newport Mansions. To see which historic homes are decorated and to
purchase tickets, call 847-1000 or visit newportmansions.org.
Nov. 26–January 2 See Doris Duke’s famed Newport home decked out for the season at A Rough Point Holiday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. November 26–28, then weekends only through January 2. Call 847-8344 or visit newportrestoration.org for details and tickets.
December
Dec. 1–31 Need some unique holiday gifts? Head to the virtual Cultural Survival Bazaar and support indigenous vendors. Visit bazaar.culturalsurvival.org to see what’s available.
January 2022
Jan. 21–23 Get inspiration and find the experts you need for your next home improvement project at the Suburban Boston Spring Home Show at the Starland Sportsplex & Fun Park in Hanover. Tickets are $10 at the door or free when you register online in advance. For details, call (781) 378-4248 or visit mahomeshows-un.com.
February 2022
Feb. 12 & 13 Enjoy the unique blend of a home show and business fair at the Bristol Home & Business Show at Bristol Eastern High School in Bristol, Connecticut. Admission is $5–$6; kids 12 and under are free. Find out more by calling (860) 365-5678 or visiting jenkproductions.com.
Feb. 26 & 27 Have a fun weekend at Twin Rivers Casino in Lincoln at Home Show Lincoln. Get inspiration or find the vendors you need for your next home project. Call (508) 823-0389 or visit newenglandhomeshows.com for more information.
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