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38th Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival

Saturday, September 12, 2026 – Saturday, September 13, 2025, 10:00am – 4:00pm

The 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. Rain or shine.

Reservations

Not Required

Tickets will be available for purchase closer to the festival date.

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.

Artists

We are accepting applications for this year's festival beginning January 26. The deadline is March 22. Click here to learn more and the button below to apply.

Apply

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.

Sponsors

We are currently seeking sponsors for the 38th Annual Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival. Get in touch to learn more.

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