New England Craft & Specialty Food Fair

The 30th Annual New England Craft & Specialty Food Fair is a large-scale, juried event produced by Castleberry Fairs, showcasing an expansive and carefully curated collection of American-made handmade arts, crafts, and specialty foods.

This three-day event draws an engaged regional audience through extensive promotion across digital, print, and broadcast media. Exhibitors can expect a professionally organized show with thoughtful layout design, strong marketing support, and a shopper base that values quality, originality, and the handmade tradition.

We are seeking artisans and specialty food makers who create their own work and present it with professionalism and pride. Demonstrating artisans are encouraged.

Join us for one of New England’s premier handmade events and be part of a vibrant weekend celebrating craftsmanship and community.

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/

Exhibitor Notes

Overnight parking is available by preregistration only.

This facility is carry/dolly-in only.

NO Vehicles or motorized flatbeds may drive into the building.

• Event Hours: Fri. 10-5 / Sat. 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
• Setup: Thursday 2:00–7:00pm and Friday 6:00–9:00am
• Pipe & Drape: Provided in the Auditorium only. Colors are red & white
• Application Deposit: A $100 deposit is required and will be charged upon approval.
• Payment Timing: Balances will be charged on or after September 29, 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, etc.).

Important – Food Exhibitors:
Pre-packaged "specialty foods" prepared off-site are accepted. On-site food preparation or concession vendors are not permitted at this location.

• Specialty Food Requirements

  An additional Town of Topsfield food permit fee is required.
  Specialty food exhibitors must fill out application, submit documentation, and submit payment to the Town of Topsfield Board of Health. See attached file or download application here: https://www.topsfield-ma.gov/sites/g/files/vyhlif5086/f/uploads/temporary_food_permit_application_4-13-23.pdf

  • For questions, contact the Topsfield Health Department:
    Phone: (978) 887-1520
    Email: health@topsfield-ma.gov

• Specialty food exhibitors must bring the following documentation onsite:

  • Current health permits or licenses

  • ServSafe certification

  • Allergen Awareness certification

  • Copies of product labels for all items being sold