Pink Palace Craft Fair returning to Memphis

The Pink Palace Crafts Fair is back bigger and better than ever for its 49th year at Audubon Park in East Memphis. The public is invited to come shop, play and explore at this year’s Crafts Fair September 24- 26. In addition to nearly 150 craftsmen and artists, this year’s Crafts Fair will feature lots of fun activities including the Craftsmen Demonstration Tent, Kid’s Activities Tent, Petting Zoo and the ever-popular choochoo train.

This year, the Crafts Fair is in September instead of October. “We moved the event to September to be more accessible to children and families before they leave town for fall break in October. We also wanted to accommodate school groups during a time they are in school,” said Pam Dickey, Pink Palace Crafts Fair Chairman.

The Crafts Fair will include a host of food trucks where visitors can eat and drink to their heart’s content. Pronto Pups, turkey legs and more will be there for the eating. Craft beer and wine will also be available. Visitors will find a variety of eclectic pottery, jewelry, paintings, woodwork, leatherwork, sculpture, woven goods and so much more.

“After having to cancel last year’s Crafts Fair, we are really excited to be hosting the 49th edition of this iconic event. We’ll have close to 150 craftsmen as well as a whole new line-up of entertainment,” said Dickey.

The Crafts Fair is sponsored by First Horizon, The Marston Group, Marge Palazola and Friends of the Pink Palace.

Some of the craftsmen at this year’s Crafts Fair include broom maker Jack Martin, metalsmith Virginia Fisher, printmaker Martha Kelly, sculpture Lester Jones, well-known potter Agnes Stark and many others.

Parking is free. For more information about the Pink Palace Crafts Fair, visit www.memphismuseums.org/join/friends-of-the-pinkpalace/the-pink-palace-craftsfair/.