37th Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival

Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Sunday, September 7, 2025, 10:00am – 4:00pm

The 2025 Laudholm show promises seaside hospitality and professional vitality on the Maine coast, with new and returning artists welcoming faithful shoppers. It's at the top of things-to-do lists for the weekend after Labor Day.

Reservations

Not Required

Tickets can be purchased online in advance or at the festival with cash or credit.

Pricing

Members: $5
Non-Members: $10

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Location

Laudholm Campus

About the Festival

The Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival is a juried event highlighting many of New England's most skilled creative people. It attracts thousands of visitors who appreciate their fine work. The event is held every September on the weekend after Labor Day. Music and food round out the festival, which is a major fundraiser for Laudholm Trust, the nonprofit that supports the Wells National Estuarine Research Reserve.

Read about past events on our blog
View photos from previous festivals

2025 Exhibitors

155 artisans have been selected by jury for this year's show. Complete list coming soon!

Music

Saturday: Dan Houghton (flute and borderpipes) & Rachel Clemente (harp), 1-3pm
Sunday: Robin Lane, cello, 11am-1pm

Food & Drinks:

Seacoast Street Eats
The Cider Donut Co
Hattapon’s Thai Kitchen
Sweet & Salty Kettle Korn
Lobster Rolls & Chowder, and Hot Dogs

Sip ‘n Saddles - Enjoy beer, wine, Bloody Marys, and mimosas for purchase. Cheers!

We are still seeking additional food vendors! Interested or know someone who might be?

get in touch!

Sunday Native Plant Sale

Sunday 11am-1pm: New this year, we're excited to host a Native Plant Sale just outside the festival grounds, presented by York County Master Gardener Volunteers.

Volunteer

Over 130 volunteers are needed to make the Crafts Festival a success. Can you help? FMI on becoming a Craft Festival volunteer, contact Lynne Benoit at lbenoit@wellsnerr.org or call 207-646-1555 x118.