Where The Shows Are!!!The Professional Guide to America's Art & Craft Shows
Find the Perfect Art or Craft Show in Minutes, Not Hours
Where The Shows Are!!! gives artists, crafters, and event sponsors a straightforward way to browse verified listings, apply with confidence, and manage events — all in one place.
Two Audiences. One Trusted Guide.
Whether you're an artist looking for your next show or a sponsor trying to fill yours, Where The Shows Are!!! works the same way: verified information, real details, and tools that save you time.
For Artists & Crafters
Browse thousands of verified events, filter by location and date, and apply to shows you can trust — without spending 15 hours a week on Google and Facebook.
For Event Sponsors
List your show in front of 100,000+ serious, paying exhibitors who are actively searching for their next event. Reach the right people, not just anyone.
Every Listing Is Verified
We check every event before it goes live. That means no fake shows, no outdated listings, and no wasted weekends driving somewhere that fizzled out.
How It Works for Artists & Crafters
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Sign Up for $59/Year
One annual membership unlocks full access to over 26,000 verified art and craft show listings. That's less than $5 a month — and a lot less than a wasted weekend at the wrong show.
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Browse Verified Event Listings
Search by location, date, category, and more. Every listing includes complete details — booth fees, application deadlines, attendance figures — so you know exactly what you're signing up for before you apply.
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Apply and Show Up Prepared
Apply to shows with confidence knowing the information is accurate and up to date. No surprises, no guesswork — just better shows and more time left to create.
Why Pay $59 When Free Directories Exist?
Free Listings List Everything. We Verify Ours.
Free directories will list any event — real or fake, active or years out of date. Where The Shows Are!!! checks every event before it appears in our directory. That's what saves you wasted weekends and real money. Our members tell us they make that $59 back fast once they stop showing up to the wrong events and start booking the right ones.
- Every event is verified before it goes live
- Complete details — not just a name and a date
- No fake, cancelled, or outdated listings
- Used by 100,000+ exhibitors every year
How It Works for Event Sponsors
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List Your Event
Put your show in front of 100,000+ serious, paying exhibitors who are actively searching for their next event. The artists and crafters who find you through Where The Shows Are!!! are ready to apply and show up.
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Manage Applications in One Place
Our event management system lets you track applications, communicate with exhibitors, and stay on top of your event's progress — all without juggling emails and spreadsheets.
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Answer Questions Before They Become Problems
The built-in help desk keeps exhibitor inquiries organized so you can respond quickly and keep things running smoothly leading up to show day.
For Event Sponsors
Reach Exhibitors Who Are Ready to Apply — Not Just Browse
The exhibitors who sign up on Where The Shows Are!!! are serious participants. They've paid for access because they're actively looking for quality shows to join. When you list your event here, you're not shouting into the void — you're getting in front of motivated artists and crafters who want exactly what you're offering.
- Exhibitors on our platform have paid for access — they're serious
- Track applications and communicate with exhibitors from one dashboard
- Handle inquiries before they turn into day-of headaches
- Your event details are verified and presented completely
Real Artists. Real Results.
“Finding the right shows in which to participate used to take hours and hours of pouring over Google or Facebook. And it's impossible to figure out what's real and what's fake! Where The Shows Are!!! turns that agony into an effective use of my time.”
“Where The Shows Are!!! makes finding the perfect show for my work a breeze! I spend 30 minutes a week searching through the events rather than 15 hours a week. I have better shows, I have more time to create my work and way less headaches! This is worth every penny I've spent and I've been signing up every year for over 20 years.”
“The event management system from Where The Shows Are!!! saves me time, effort and allows me to keep up to date with our event's progress in a matter of minutes! Communication with our exhibitors is a snap and the help desk has us answering inquiries, problems and other issues BEFORE they become a problem!”
The Numbers Behind the Guide
26,000+
Verified Events Listed Every Year
100,000+
Exhibitors Who Trust Us Annually
$59
Per Year — Full Access, All Year
30 min
Average Weekly Search Time vs. 15 Hours
A Few Questions We Hear a Lot
Why should I pay $59 when there are free show directories out there?
What does 'verified' actually mean?
What do I get access to for $59/year?
I'm an event sponsor. Do I pay the $59 too?
What kinds of shows are listed?
Can I cancel my membership?
Ready to Stop Searching and Start Showing?
Join 100,000+ exhibitors who trust Where The Shows Are!!! to find better shows and make the most of every season. Just $59 for a full year of verified listings and tools.