Craft Fairs, Festivals, and Book Launches 2019
& CHECK OUT A STORE NEAR YOU
Jul 20, 2019
Spiral Cafe
Victoria Book Launch
418 Craigflower Rd, Victoria, BC V9A 3A9
Saturday, July 20th, 6pm to 8pm
BOOK LAUNCH: Unpacked Aly Coy's nomadic travels in Europe lead to an escape from an off-grid community in the woods in unpacked: a memoir of checked baggage.Come for an early eve of stories told by author Aly Coy with musical cello backing and interludes by songstress Trisha Spire.
Jul 30, 2019
Massy Books
Vancouver Book Launch
On Tuesday, July 30th UNPACKED: a memoir of checked baggage will be released in Vancouver ! It's the start to a cross-country tour all the way to Cape Breton.
Join Aly Coy with chapter readings with a musical backing by a local cellist Martin Reisle, Q&A, and book signing.
Aug 09, 2019
Vending
Regina Folk Festival
Regina Folk Festival Inc. (RFF) is a non-profit that throws some wonderful events throughout the year. First and foremost, there is the Festival itself! Held annually in Victoria Park on the weekend following the long weekend in August, the Festival is a much anticipated and immense celebration of music and community.
Aug 18, 2019
Casa del Popolo
Montreal Book Launch
Casa del Popolo
4873 boul. St-Laurent
Montreal, Quebec
doors 8PM; show 9PM
$7 or PWYC
Aug 28, 2019
St. John NB, Location TBD
New Brunswick House Show
House show with local musicians
Sep 04, 2019
Location TBD
Halifax Book Launch
TBD
Nov 22, 2019
Victoria Conference Centre
Out of Hand Craft Fair
times:
Friday 10–9
Saturday 10–6
Sunday 10–4:30
Victoria’s most prestigious artisan fair, the Out of Hand Fair has a well deserved reputation for presenting fine crafts, artisan food and one-of-a-kind fashions.Mark your calenders! November 24th, through 26th we return with some of BC's most creative artisans, bringing an eclectic mix of food, fashion, home decor and art.
Nov 30, 2019
Salt Spring Island
Wintercraft
BEAUTIFUL,LOCAL,UNIQUE
Wintercraft hosts the best arts and crafts from Salt Spring and the Gulf Islands, with around 90 artists represented in Mahon hall between the last weekend in November and December 22nd each year.
The idea of gifting a beautiful, local and unique, handcrafted creation is a time honoured tradition in the gulf Islands, and at Wintercraft there is truly something special for everyone.
Pottery, jewellery, fine weaving and textiles, artisan soaps, painting, woodwork and much more fill historic Mahon hall with a sense of wonder and delight. The hall is open 10-5 daily and is decorated for the season. All are welcome to come in, out of the cold and enjoy the fine work on display.
Nov 29, 2019
Friday, Sat & Sun Salt Spring Island
Fulford Hall Christmas Fair
Holiday market featuring the work of 55 artists, crafters and artisans on Salt Spring for that extra special gift.
Time:
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Friday 5:00pm - 9:00pm (Home cooked dinner starts at 6)
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Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Sunday 10:00am - 4:00pm
Why: Islanders offer textiles, fibre-arts, pottery, jewellery, organic homemade chocolates, local preserves, artisanal teas, breads and baked goods, vinegars, ceramics and natural beauty in the form of deliciously scented soaps, lotions and creams.
What's so special about this market? Food is available all 3 days with a gourmet dinner on Friday night and a very special Decadent Desserts Café offering indulgent sweets throughout the week end. With 55 or more artists and artisans selling their wares you're sure to find the perfect gift!
Dec 21, 2019
SSI
Salt Spring Xmas Market
Experience the famous Salt Spring Island Market at Christmas - what a great place to find gifts for family and friends!
The homespun guarantee of course! Vendors must "make it, bake it, or grow it" themselves, and all products must be "vendor produced and sold". These simple mandates are the essence of our market. Visitors are treated to local creations stemming from Salt Spring's unique brand of "island ingenuity". The highest calibre of creativity and production standards make Salt Spring Island home to the greatest collection of artists in Canada.
Dec 14, 2019
SSI
Salt Spring Xmas Market
Experience the famous Salt Spring Island Market at Christmas - what a great place to find gifts for family and friends!
The homespun guarantee of course! Vendors must "make it, bake it, or grow it" themselves, and all products must be "vendor produced and sold". These simple mandates are the essence of our market. Visitors are treated to local creations stemming from Salt Spring's unique brand of "island ingenuity". The highest calibre of creativity and production standards make Salt Spring Island home to the greatest collection of artists in Canada.