Craft Lake City DIY Festival

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Arts & CultureSalt Lake City
DatesDates TBA · Usually AugustCheck locally before booking
DurationSummerEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsCraft Lake City distinguishes itself by
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Craft Lake City DIY Festival in Salt Lake City

Craft Lake City DIY Festival is an all-local artisan and maker festival produced by Craft Lake City, a Salt Lake City nonprofit dedicated to Utah's creative community, held each August at the Utah State Fairpark. The 18th annual festival ran August 7 through 9, 2026, presented by Harmons, and brought together handmade-goods artisans, vintage vendors, craft food creators, food trucks, live performers, STEM exhibitors, and youth entrepreneurs across the fairground grounds.

Craft Lake City began as a small local craft fair and has grown into a year-round nonprofit organization whose flagship event, the Craft Lake City DIY Festival, reached its 18th annual edition in 2026, running August 7 through 9 at the Utah State Fairpark and presented by the Utah grocery chain Harmons.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Craft Lake City distinguishes itself by requiring every vendor to be local and, in most categories, to make or grow what they sell themselves, giving the festival an all-Utah lineup rather than a mix of regional and national vendors typical of larger craft fairs

02

The mystery stays covered

The festival also folds a STEM element into its craft-fair format, with a dedicated STEM Fest zone where local innovators, students, and youth entrepreneurs demonstrate projects alongside the artisan booths, reflecting Craft Lake City's mission to elevate Utah's creative culture through science, technology, and art together

03

The city starts moving

As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, Craft Lake City channels festival proceeds back into its year-round mission of educating and promoting local makers, and runs companion events, including a winter Holiday Market and the LetterWest lettering conference

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Recurring festival traditions include its all-local vendor requirement

Water and renewal

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under which artisans

The sacred route

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vintage sellers

The local code

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and craft food makers must be based in Utah and largely produce their own goods

Tradition 5

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its combined STEM Fest and craft-fair format that places youth entrepreneurs and technology exhibitors alongside traditional artisan booths

Tradition 6

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and its year-round nonprofit mission

Tradition 7

Living ritual

which channels the festival back into Craft Lake City's broader programs supporting Utah's independent maker and small-business community

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually August

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Salt Lake City you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Early August in Salt Lake City is typically hot and dry with intense midday sun at altitude, so lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses, and comfortable closed-toe shoes for walking the...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Craft Lake City DIY Festival runs late.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map40.76 N, 111.89 WOpen in Google Maps

Salt Lake City, UT

Nearest airportSLC — Salt Lake City
TransportStay close enough to the part of Salt Lake City you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Craft Lake City DIY Festival runs late.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Salt Lake City via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Salt Lake City, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for August.Compare faresFestival gearEarly August in Salt Lake City is typically hot and dry with intense midday sun at altitude, so lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses, and comfortable closed-toe shoes for walking the fairground grounds all day are practical; there is no formal dress code, and evening hours can cool noticeably, so a light layer is worth having for later in the day.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for United States and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Craft Lake City DIY Festival?

Craft Lake City DIY Festival is listed for August · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Craft Lake City DIY Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Salt Lake City, United States. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Salt Lake City, UT

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually August
Source statusOfficial source linked
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