Traverse City Art Fairs & Craft Shows
The Traverse City area has several arts and crafts fairs scheduled throughout the year, offering many unique handcrafted items.
Photo by Northwestern Michigan Fair
The Northwestern Michigan Fair in Traverse City is held in mid-August. It was established in 1908 and has been held at its current location on Blair Townhall Road, Traverse City, since 1975. The fair continues to follow its original purpose of celebrating area agriculture and youth programs.
Gates are open from 8am-11pm, Livestock Barns are open from 10am–10pm, Exhibit Building is open from 10am–10pm (Mon-Sat), Midway is open Mon-Sat (see below for times)
*Gate Price: $1, Midway Closed*
*Gate Price: $1, Midway Opens at 5pm*
*Midway Opens at 12pm*
*8am-12pm: Free Admission for Special Kids of all ages, Midway Opens at 12pm*
*Midway Open at 12pm*
*Midway Open at 12pm*
*Midway Opens at 12pm*
Northwestern Michigan Fair Board
3606 Blair Townhall Rd., Traverse City, MI 49685
(231) 943-4150
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