The 2026 Topsfield Fair runs Friday, October 2, through Monday, October 12, with daily hours of 4 pm to 10 pm. The fair includes entertainment performances, exhibitor displays and a partnership with Keolis for train access to the grounds on Boston Street in Topsfield.
Celebrate creativity on a grand scale at the 30th Annual New England Craft & Specialty Food Fair, a premier juried event showcasing an expansive collection of American-made handmade work and specialty foods from across the region.
Explore aisles filled with fine art, pottery, woodworking, jewelry, fiber arts, home décor, seasonal gifts, and an impressive lineup of specialty food makers offering gourmet treats, baked goods, sauces, confections, and small-batch favorites. Many artisans demonstrate their craft live, giving visitors a behind-the-scenes look at the skill and passion behind their work.
Produced by Castleberry Fairs, this professionally organized event is supported by extensive regional promotion across digital, print, and broadcast channels — attracting an engaged audience that values quality, originality, and the handmade tradition.
Join us for a vibrant three-day celebration of craftsmanship, flavor, and community — and experience the very best of New England handmade.
Event Hours: Fri. 10-5 / Sat. 10–5 / Sun. 10–4
Admission: $12 – good for all three days
Children under 14 are free
The New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair runs three days, November 13 through 15, at the Topsfield Fairgrounds Arena, 207 Boston St in Topsfield. The indoor show combines more than 150 booths of handmade gifts such as decor, toys, glass and woodwork with specialty foods including baked goods, chocolates and gourmet snacks. Hours run 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Saturday and 10 am to 4 pm Sunday, with $12 gate admission and free parking.
The 57th Annual Strawberry Festival takes place Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine, on the Topsfield Town Common. The schedule includes a flag raising, tours of the Parson Capen House, performances by the Proctor School Band and other musicians, and a march by Colonel Bailey's Regiment with musket firing, plus food, games and booths from local artisans in glass, pottery and jewelry.