Thousands of practical, whimsical, affordable and customized handmade art and craft creations are coming to Five Points Park this weekend for the 24th Annual Downtown Sarasota Craft Festival. More than 100 of the state’s top craft artisans will be on site to take custom orders for holiday shoppers and to discuss their processes and inspirations during the free, two-day event, October 6 and 7, from 10am to 5pm both days.

Presented by American Craft Endeavors, the rain-or-shine outdoor event is pet-friendly for leashed animals, and includes a full greenmarket of live plants, handmade soaps, delicious edibles and more. The vast array of artistic media includes folk art, photography, pottery, personalized gifts, handmade clothing, basket weaving, beaded utensils, candles, cork assemblage, fabric design, fiber quilts, fused wax & glass, hair accessories, handbags & accessories, handmade cards, leather, mosaic, wood, painted wood, plaster craft, stained glass, paintings and more.

Downtown Sarasota Arts and Craft Festival