Where do I find events?
Finding shows to sell your creations has changed lots over the years for sure. We were reminiscing about how we used to advertise in the classified ads, we would purchase a package that was run for five states, weekly, like Nickle Nic or The Exchange, if I remember correctly. Now, everything has moved online.
These two options have been around for decades and used to be published like a magazine are now online search engines. Both have free and pay options. I’m not sure how many of you are paying members of these sites, but certainly at least worth looking at.
FestivalNet per their information: FestivalNet® publishes the most extensive and comprehensive database of festivals and fairs in North America. We wrap this data around technologically current tools and resources relevant to the professional exhibiting artist, craftperson, musician, band, service provider, booking agent, vendor, promoter, and festival goer. A leader in the festivals and special events industry since 1996, we generate over 1,300,000+ monthly visitors and publish detailed event data on 26,000+ festivals, art shows, art and craft shows, music festivals, and other events.
FairsandFestivals.net
This brings me to Facebook Groups where I have found a treasure trove of shows big and small. I just search for what I’m looking for and find them. Using a specific location can get you more groups as well.
PNW Vendor Calendar | Facebook
PNW VENDOR EVENTS | Facebook
Inland Northwest Vendor Events & Networking Opportunities | Facebook
(1) PNW Vendor Calendar | Facebook
(2) Vendors, Crafters, & Small Business Network in Washington | Facebook
(3) PNW VENDOR EVENTS/Facebook
(4) Inland Northwest Vendor Events & Networking Opportunities | Facebook
(5) Vendors in Western Washington | Facebook
(6) Vendors, Crafters, & Small Business Network in Washington | Facebook
(7) WASHINGTON “VERIFIED” VENDOR EVENTS | Facebook
(8)*Vendors Wanted NW | Facebook
(9) Washington Vendor Events, Craft Shows, and Business Listings | Facebook
(10) PNW Events | Facebook
(11) Fun Events in Washington State | Facebook
(12) WA Events: Coordinators + Vendors = Events (bringing you together) | Facebook
(13) NW Vendors & Events | Facebook
(14) Vendor Shows In Washington State | Facebook
(15) North Idaho Events, Fairs, and Markets | Facebook
(16 North Idaho Events & Outdoors | Facebook
This group puts up reviews of shows, (2) Vendor Coordinator Review PNW | Facebook
Chamber of Commerce Sites. If you are looking for a show in a specific location, visit the chamber website for their calendar to find events.
Where do you find your shows?