Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival

The Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival in Yarmouth is a juried outdoor arts & craft event produced by Castleberry Fairs and held during one of Cape Cod’s busiest holiday weekends. Now in its 11th year, this well-established event continues to grow, featuring a carefully curated selection of American-made arts, crafts, and specialty foods in a relaxed coastal setting.

The festival attracts strong holiday weekend foot traffic from both locals and vacationers who value originality, skilled craftsmanship, and the opportunity to connect directly with the artists behind the work. Shoppers come ready to browse, engage, and support handmade businesses.

Accepted exhibitors can expect a professionally organized show with clear communication, thoughtful layout, and an audience that appreciates quality handmade work. This event is a strong fit for artists and makers offering distinctive, well-crafted products and a cohesive, professional booth presentation.

Booth Pricing Overview (Total Cost Including Deposit)

10' x 10' — $285
15' x 10' — $385
20' x 10' — $485

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance. The remaining booth balance will be automatically processed 45 days prior to the event.

Please Note: We encourage you to review our current show availability before submitting to confirm space remains in your category.
View availability here: https://castleberryfairs.com/show-availability/

FOOD VENDORS - if you prepare food on site there is a separate Food Vendor applicaiton. This Juried Artisan application is for artists, craftsmen and specialty food makers only. 

Exhibitor Notes

Overnight parking is available by preregistration only.

Setup: Friday 3:00–8:00pm and Saturday 6:00–9:00am

Show Hours: Saturday 10am to 5pm / Sunday 10am to 4pm

Outdoor Setup & Safety: This is a fully outdoor, high-wind location on mostly level grass and gravel. All canopies must be properly secured, staked, and with a minimum of 40 lbs per leg (heavier weights strongly recommended). 

Application Deposit:

A $100 non-refundable deposit will be charged upon approval. The remaining booth balance will be charged separately according to the payment schedule below.

Payment Timing:
Remaining balances will be charged on or after July 22, 2026. Applications submitted on or after this date will be charged the full booth amount upon approval.

Insurance:
A Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) is required for exhibitors offering consumable goods, including food, candles, personal care, aromatherapy, and similar products.

Specialty Food Requirements
All exhibitors selling or sampling food or beverages are required to obtain approval from the Yarmouth Health Department.

Specialty food exhibitors must create an account, submit documentation, and submit payment through the Town of Yarmouth Health Department online permitting system

Apply Online: https://yarmouthma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1073/record-types/1006641

• Questions regarding food permits should be directed to:
  Yarmouth Health Department
  Phone: (508) 398-2231 ext. 1242
  Email: PRenaud@yarmouth.ma.us
  Onsite documentation required:
  Specialty food exhibitors must have the following available at the event:

• Current health permits or licenses
• ServSafe (or equivalent) certification
• Allergen Awareness certification
• Product labels for all items being sold

We are looking for 1–2 great, non-competing food vendors to join us at this event.

Now in its 11th year, the Labor Day Weekend Craft Festival is a well-established outdoor event held during one of Cape Cod’s busiest holiday weekends. The show takes place at Simpkins Field in South Yarmouth, right on Route 28—an easy-to-access location with plenty of parking and strong visibility.

This location is especially popular with locals and convenient for visitors, creating a steady flow of shoppers throughout the weekend.

• Average attendance: 5,000 shoppers over the 2-day weekend (weather dependent)
• Extensive promotion across social media, print, and high-visibility roadside signage throughout the area
• No other food options onsite

To support vendor success, we will be very limited and selective:

• 1–2 main food vendors (non-competing menus)
• Plus specialty foods, kettle corn, and lemonade
Our goal is to create a balanced, non-duplicative food offering and a strong sales opportunity for each vendor. 

If a strong food vendor is secured, we will provide a designated dining area with tented seating to enhance the overall experience and encourage guests to stay longer.

Selected food vendors will be featured in event promotions, including social media and our event webpage.

This application is for vendors who prepare and serve food on-site during the event (food trucks, trailers, grills, fryers, and similar setups).

Selling pre-packaged foods only?
Please apply through the Juried Artisan Application.

All food vendors must comply with local Health Department and Fire Prevention regulations and are responsible for obtaining all required permits.

Food Vendor Booth Pricing (Total Cost Including Deposit)

$395 — Food Vendor Booth (all setups up to 32 ft)

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required upon acceptance.
The remaining balance will be automatically processed 45 days prior to the event.

Vendor Notes

Overnight & Dry RV parking is available, please note on your application if you will be parking and or camping overnight.
Setup:
Friday 3:00–8:00 PM
Saturday 6:00–9:00 AM

Show Hours:
Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 4 PM

Vendors must remain fully set up and open during all event hours. Early breakdown is not permitted.

Vehicles may drive onto the grounds to unload. Food vendors 

Outdoor Setup & Safety
This is a fully outdoor, high-wind location on mostly level grass. 

• Minimum 40 lbs per tent leg (heavier strongly recommended)
• Canopies must be fire-rated or flame-resistant
• Be prepared for coastal wind conditions

Payment & Insurance
Payment Timing:
Remaining balances will be charged on or after July 22, 2026.
Applications submitted after this date will be charged in full upon approval.

Insurance:
A Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) is required and must list:
Castleberry Fairs & Festivals as Additional Insured

Food Vendor Requirements — Town of Yarmouth
All food vendors are required to be licensed by the Town of Yarmouth Health Deparrment prior to selling or sampling food at this event. An additional Town of Yarmouth food permit fee will apply.

Important: Apply Online: https://yarmouthma.portal.opengov.com/categories/1073/record-types/1006641

• Questions regarding food permits should be directed to:
Yarmouth Health Department
Phone: (508) 398-2231 ext. 1242
Email: PRenaud@yarmouth.ma.us

Bring the following:
• Current permits/licenses
• ServSafe certification
• Allergen Awareness certification
• Product labels (if applicable)

Failure to obtain required permits may result in removal from the event.