Handmade for the Holidays Craft Fair
Handmade for the Holidays is an open-air market showcasing local handmade crafts and fiber arts from area artisans. Visitors can shop for unique holiday gifts while exploring the historic 19th-century grounds. Guests can also stroll the estate to visit heritage breed sheep.
What to Expect
Shop local handmade crafts and visit heritage breed sheep.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Gore Place
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and craft lovers
Vibe
Handmade and relaxed
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free admission for shoppers.
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Parking: Ample free on-site visitor parking; use the main entrance at 52 Gore Street and follow signs to event parking. Accessible parking for vehicles with state-issued HP parking plates or placards is in the Carriage House parking lot.
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible modern indoor restrooms and accessible HP parking spaces are located in the Carriage House area.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed; service animals are welcome.
Tips & Advice
- Dress for the weather and bring rain gear if the forecast calls for it, because the fair goes ahead rain or shine.
- Take the MBTA 70 or 70A bus to the Warren Street stop, or cycle over and lock up at the estate's bike racks.
- Drivers with HP plates or placards should use the main entrance and head to the Carriage House lot, where the accessible parking spaces are.
- Leave time after shopping to stroll the 19th-century estate and see the heritage breed sheep, including the rare Leicester Longwools raised at Gore Place.
- Leave pets at home, since they aren't allowed at Gore Place, though service animals are welcome at the fair.
Special Events & Promotions
- Admission is free for shoppers.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I buy at the fair?
Local artisans sell handmade crafts and fiber arts, so it's a chance to get your holiday shopping done early.
Is there anything else to do while I'm there?
Yes. You can stroll the grounds of the 19th-century estate and visit the heritage breed sheep. Gore Place is one of only a few US farms raising Leicester Longwool sheep.
Where do I park?
There's plenty of free parking on site. Use the main entrance at 52 Gore Street and follow the signs to event parking. Accessible spaces for vehicles with HP plates or placards are in the Carriage House lot.
Does the fair happen if it rains?
Yes. The fair runs rain or shine.
Can I still apply to be a vendor?
Vendor applications for this year have closed. To hear about future vending opportunities, join the Gore Place mailing list and select "Vendors" in your preferences.
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