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  2. South Dakota

Craft Fairs in South Dakota 2026

Discover 22 upcoming craft fairs, art shows, festivals, and artisan markets across South Dakota. Browse booth fees, application deadlines, and vendor reviews.

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Upcoming Fairs
136
Total Listed
1
Open Deadlines
$305
Avg. Booth Fee

Upcoming Craft Fairs in South Dakota

22 fairs

๐Ÿ“… Jul 4, 2026๐Ÿ“†In 7 days

Independent Independence

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SDโ€ข The Den

Local art and music festival! All ages event! Come support your local and talented artists

๐Ÿ“… Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026๐Ÿ“…In 14 days

Brookings Summer Arts Festival

๐Ÿ“ Brookings, SDโ€ข Pioneer Park - Brookings, SD

The Brookings Summer Arts Festival is the largest juried 2-day Art festival in South Dakota. Located in Brookings SD on West Highway 14, historic Pioneer Park offers vendors and patrons the opportunity to experience original art and one-of-a-kind skilled handcrafted items in a beautiful outdoor setting. Art mixed with food, children's activities, and living history booths draw an average of 60,000 people each year. Free entertainment on 3 stages. Free artist and vendor parking. Vendor setup starts at 12 noon Friday, and a complimentary BBQ supper is furnished Friday evening. The event is widely publicized in 5 states.

๐Ÿ’ฐ $250โญ Juried๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026In 20 days

Custer Gold Discovery Days

๐Ÿ“ Custer, SDโ€ข Downtown

Outdoor arts & crafts festival. Security provided Friday and Saturday nights. No staking of tents, weights only. Setup available for tents/tables on Thursday afternoon. Must be set up and ready to sell by 10 am on Friday morning.

โญ Juried๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026In 20 days

Festival in the Park

๐Ÿ“ Spearfish, SDโ€ข Spearfish City Park

A family-oriented weekend featuring quality vendors, free entertainment, free children's activities, a beer garden, Sneak-A-Peek night, and more. All at the beautiful Spearfish City Park.

โญ Juried๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Jul 17, 2026 - Jul 19, 2026In 20 days

Days Art & Craft Show

๐Ÿ“ Custer, SDโ€ข Washington St between 5th and 6th st, Custer

Celebrate one of Custerโ€™s biggest annual events with a weekend full of fun in the beautiful Black Hills! โœจ Friday kicks off with the all-day Arts & Crafts Festival, childrenโ€™s activities, the gold nugget hunt, and the exciting Gold Pannerโ€™s Race. ๐Ÿฅž Saturday begins with a pancake breakfast, followed by the Arts Festival, lively parade, classic car show, volleyball tournament, and plenty of family fun. ๐Ÿƒ Sunday starts bright and early with the 5K run on the Mickelson Trail, while the Arts Festival continues into the afternoon. Throughout the weekend, enjoy even more community favorites, including the Quilt Fair, Flower Show, Balloon Rally, Basketball Tournament, and live Gold Panning demonstrations. ๐ŸŒŸ Mark your calendar and join us for a wonderful weekend of tradition, celebration, and community at Gold Discovery Days in Custer, South Dakota!

๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Jul 24, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026In 27 days

The Prairie Makers Market

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SDโ€ข Falls Park

Swing by The Prairie Makers Market for handmade goodies, good vibes, and local fun!

๐Ÿ“… Jul 31, 2026 - Aug 2, 2026In 5 weeks

Sioux Falls Handmade Market

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SDโ€ข Levitt at the Falls

Discover unique crafts and local goodies at the Sioux Falls Handmade Marketโ€”shop, snack, and support creative souls!

๐Ÿ“… Aug 13, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026In 7 weeks

Clay County Fair

๐Ÿ“ Vermillion, SDโ€ข 515 High St

Vendors ยท 4 of Clubs Fundraiser ยท Fair Info ยท Fair Events ยท Bull Riding ยท Demolition Derby ยท Great Plains Tractor Pull ยท Barnyard Olympics ยท Pickleball ยท Cornhole Tournament ยท Animal Costume Contest ยท The Buddy Show ยท Salsa Competition ยท Pedal Pull ยท Open Class Book ยท August 13-15, 2026 Vermillion, SDAugust 13-15, 2026 Vermillion, SDAugust 13-15, 2026 Vermillion, SD ยท

๐Ÿ’ฐ $50๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Aug 18, 2026 - Aug 20, 2026In 7 weeks

Dakotafest

๐Ÿ“ Mitchell, SDโ€ข Schlaffman Farm, 2300 E Spruce Street

The Dakotafest Womenโ€™s Brunch and Vendor Fair is scheduled for Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at the Highland Conference Center. Tickets are on sale July 5th on a first come, first served basis at the Chamber of Commerce office.

๐Ÿ’ฐ $875๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026In 8 weeks

Riverboat Days & Summer Arts Festival 43rd

๐Ÿ“ Yankton, SDโ€ข Riverside Park

The Summer Arts Festival is the premiere, three-day arts event of the region held in conjunction with the annual Yankton Riverboat Days Celebration. The festival is held in picturesque Riverside Park which borders the mighty Missouri River. Held annually on the third full weekend in August under the coordination of Yankton Area Arts, the juried show features over 120 fine artists and fine craftsmen from around the country. Each year an estimated 100,000 people attend this community celebration.

๐Ÿ’ฐ $250โญ Juried๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026In 8 weeks

Fall River Hot Air Balloon Festival 11th

๐Ÿ“ Hot Springs, SDโ€ข Hot Springs Municipal Airport
๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Aug 21, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026In 8 weeks

Central States Fair

๐Ÿ“ Rapid City, SDโ€ข Fairgrounds

โ€ข ALL Exhibitors must apply annually and previous participation does not guarantee acceptance. โ€ข All locations will be determined by Fair Management despite previous yearโ€™s location if a returning vendor. Locations may change annually based on layout, entertainment, and traffic flow. โ€ข Exhibitors accepted for the Fair will receive a contract and an invoice (do not pay with application). โ€ข Exhibitors must carry $1,000,000 liability insurance, naming โ€œCENTRAL STATES FAIR, INC.โ€ as and โ€œADDITIONAL INSUREDโ€ (not just a certificate holder). Proof is required with contract and payment as set forth in the above deadlines. โ€ข Optional coverage is possibly available through the Fair for $160 (subject to change). โ€ข In the event Exhibitor fails to submit the contract, payment or required insurance as stated, Fair Management can cancel the space and re-assign it without notice. โ€ข Cancellation of booth space must be made in writing. Cancellations after July 10 receive no refunds.

๐Ÿ’ฐ $300 - $550๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Sep 2, 2026 - Sep 7, 2026In 2 months

South Dakota State Fair 137th

๐Ÿ“ Huron, SDโ€ข Fairgrounds, 1060 3rd SW
๐Ÿ’ฐ $400๐Ÿ  Indoor๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Sep 12, 2026In 3 months

Sidewalk Arts Festival 2026

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SDโ€ข Main & Dakota Avenues, 11th Street

The Sidewalk Arts Festival is a FREE outdoor event in historic downtown Sioux Falls, SD, with more than 250 vendor booths featuring the regionโ€™s best fine art, folk art and craft artisans. Enjoy activities for kids, live entertainment, food vendors and more on the streets surrounding the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science! This festival is a fundraiser for the Washington Pavilion and is the regionโ€™s largest one-day arts festival.

๐Ÿ’ฐ $235 - $260โญ Juried๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Oct 9, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026In 3 months

Junkin' Market Days Fall Event Sioux Falls

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SDโ€ข Ramkota Inn Exhibit Hall

Fall Shopping Event on 10/9-10

๐Ÿ“… Oct 17, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026In 4 months

Craft & Vendor Market

๐Ÿ“ Watertown, SD
๐Ÿ“… Oct 24, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026In 4 months

Buffalo Roundup Art Festival

๐Ÿ“ Custer, SDโ€ข Custer State Park

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๐Ÿ’ฐ $200โญ Juried๐ŸŒณ Outdoor
๐Ÿ“… Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026In 5 months

Festival, An Arts & Crafts Affair 43rd

๐Ÿ“ Sioux Falls, SD
๐Ÿ“… Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026In 5 months

Annual Vendor & Craft Market

๐Ÿ“ Watertown, SD
๐Ÿ“… Nov 28, 2026In 5 months

Beresford Lions Christmas Craft Fair 42nd

๐Ÿ“ Beresford, SD
๐Ÿ“… Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026In 6 months

Craft & Vendor Market 35th

๐Ÿ“ Watertown, SD
๐Ÿ“… Jun 3, 2027 - Jun 5, 2027In 11 months

Black Hills Quilt Show 52nd

๐Ÿ“ Rapid City, SD
22+ Craft Fairs & Shows in South Dakota 2026: Dates & Fees
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โฐ Upcoming Deadlines

  • Custer Gold Discovery Days
    Custer ยท Apply by Jul 12, 2026
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๐Ÿ“ Top Cities in South Dakota

  • Sioux Falls6 fairs
  • Custer3 fairs
  • Watertown3 fairs
  • Rapid City2 fairs
  • Mitchell1 fair
  • Spearfish1 fair
  • Vermillion1 fair
  • Beresford1 fair
  • Yankton1 fair
  • Brookings1 fair

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๐Ÿ˜๏ธ Nearby States

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Craft Fairs in South Dakota: What Vendors Should Know

TheCraftMap tracks 136 craft fairs, art shows, festivals, and artisan markets in South Dakota, with 22 coming up and 1 still accepting vendor applications. Booth fees across the state run from about $10 to $2349, averaging roughly $305 per event.

The busiest craft fair towns in South Dakota right now are Sioux Falls (6), Custer (3), Watertown (3), Rapid City (2), Mitchell (1), Spearfish (1). Each city page lists every upcoming event there with dates and booth details.

The craft fair season in South Dakota is busiest in July, August, October based on currently listed events, so vendors planning their 2026 schedule should line up applications well before then. The next deadline is Jul 12, 2026 for Custer Gold Discovery Days.

Whether you are a seasoned vendor or applying to your first show, use the booth ROI calculator to estimate profit per fair and the calendar view to avoid date conflicts. New to selling in South Dakota? Read the South Dakota permit and sales tax guide first.

South Dakota Craft Fair FAQ

How many craft fairs are there in South Dakota in 2026?

TheCraftMap currently lists 22 upcoming craft fairs, art shows, festivals, and artisan markets in South Dakota, out of 136 events tracked across the state. New fairs are added weekly as organizers announce dates.

How much does a craft fair booth cost in South Dakota?

Booth fees in South Dakota typically start around $10 and average about $305, with larger juried shows charging up to $2349. Each listing on TheCraftMap shows the exact fee for that event.

Which cities in South Dakota have the most craft fairs?

Sioux Falls (6 upcoming), Custer (3 upcoming), Watertown (3 upcoming) currently host the most craft fairs in South Dakota.

When do craft fair vendor applications close in South Dakota?

1 South Dakota fairs currently have open vendor applications. The next deadline is Jul 12, 2026 for Custer Gold Discovery Days in Custer. Most organizers close applications 1 to 3 months before the event.