Experience the Best of Nebraska's Crafts Fairs

Old West Balloon Fest Craft Fair, Mitchell, NE

The Old West Balloon Fest Craft Fair is a spectacular event featuring festive hot air balloons filling the sky over Mitchell with color. There are also over 75 craft vendors, a flyover with competitive balloons, a night glow event at sunset, food trucks, merchandise vendors, and other fun activities. This annual, family-friendly event takes place each August.

Signs of Spring Craft and Trade Show, Kearney, NE

Held each April at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds’ EXPO Building, the Signs of Spring Craft and Trade Show features booths showcasing a wide assortment of vendors including crafters, various trades, and every imaginable food. Entertainment is also available. This annual event is a non-profit fundraiser for the state’s human service programs.

Rockbrook Village Art Fair, Omaha, NE

Omaha’s premier art fair, the Rockbrook Village Art Fair is an annual event that features over 100 talented artists from throughout the country each September. This juried outdoor art fair was established in 1971, making it one of the oldest and top art fairs in the entire state. Over 40,000 visitors attend this long-standing fair each year to see the fantastic variety of artists.

Lincoln Arts Festival, Lincoln, NE

The annual Lincoln Arts Festival is a two-day event. Featuring hundreds of artistic exhibitions, this outdoor event attracts thousands of art lovers and shoppers. There are many interactive art activities and live entertainment options at this festival, making it one of the city’s best entertainment destinations.

Spring Festival - An Arts and Crafts Affair, Ralston, NE

Held since 1983, the Spring Festival - An Arts and Crafts Affair has been featuring the nation’s finest artists and crafters selling handcrafted products. This top-ranked event is held at the Liberty First Credit Union Arena and also offers plenty of foods and drinks, hourly gift certificate winners, and other family-friendly activities.

Countryside Village Art Fair, Omaha, NE

The Countryside Village Art Fair has been providing an adventure into the arts for over 50 years! Held each June, this two-day event features an assortment of amazing artists offering high-quality, original works across all mediums. Hundreds of folks visit this juried art fair each year to explore interesting and unique arts and crafts.

Holy Trinity Arts Festival, Lincoln, NE

Held at The Church of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Trinity Arts Festival celebrates spring and the arts with their annual event each May. This free, one-day event features a variety of artists including visual and performing, along with floral design presentations and children’s art activities. There’s also a beer garden and food vendors available.

Lied Activity Center Spring Craft Fair, Bellevue, NE

As one of the largest craft fairs in Sarpy County, the Lied Activity Center Spring Craft Show has been hosting their annual event for over a decade. Attendees gather to visit and shop with local crafters from the Bellevue community showcasing their handiworks at the Lied Activity Center. Proceeds from the small admission fee benefit the center’s scholarship fund.

Key Insights at a Glance

• Nebraska's craft fairs showcase amazing art by talented craftspeople
• Some of the Midwest's largest arts and craft fairs are held in Nebraska
• Events attract thousands of locals to support local causes
• Offer a wide variety of handcrafted products, locally-made foods, and family-friendly entertainment
• Events include hot air balloon festivals, juried art fairs, and interactive activities
• Proceeds from some events benefit local causes and scholarship funds