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Artisan Street Fair

Shop Local. Meet the Makers. Take Home Something One-of-a-Kind.

The Artisan Street Fair is the beating heart of the Salem Arts Festival weekend. On Saturday, June 6 and Sunday, June 7, downtown Salem transforms into an open-air marketplace where you can browse and buy directly from talented local artists, makers, and craftspeople — all while soaking in live music, street performances, and the energy of one of the North Shore's most beloved community events.

Stroll through a curated, juried marketplace featuring dozens of makers offering handcrafted jewelry, ceramics, pottery, textiles, woodworking, art prints, illustration, candles, leather goods, and so much more. Every vendor has been selected through a juried process, so what you'll find here isn't mass-produced — it's made with intention by real people, many of them from right here in our community.

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  • Saturday, June 6, 11 AM–7 PM and Sunday, June 7, 11 AM–6 PM

  • The Street Fair is spread throughout downtown Salem, primarily along Essex Street, the Pedestrian Mall, and surrounding areas near Old Town Hall and the Peabody Essex Museum.

  • No — the entire Salem Arts Festival, including the Artisan Street Fair, is completely free to attend.goes here

  • Absolutely. The Street Fair and the full festival are designed for all ages. There are also interactive art-making activities and a community art project happening throughout the weekend.

  • Downtown Salem has several public parking garages and lots. We recommend arriving early for the best availability. The festival is also accessible via the MBTA Commuter Rail (Newburyport/Rockport line to Salem station), which is a short walk from the festival grounds.

  • The festival has rain contingency plans in place to ensure activities continue regardless of weather. Check salemartsfestival.com and our social media channels for any day-of updates.

  • Vendor applications for the 2026 Artisan Street Fair are now closed. Follow us on social media or sign up for updates at salemartsfestival.com to be notified when applications open for next year.

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2026 Artisan Vendors!

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"The Salem Arts Festival is so important to my small business — the opportunities it creates in Salem are invaluable."

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