The Tampa Craft Festival on Water Street (Tampa, FL) October November 2026 American Craft Endeavors

Overview

This outdoor craft festival takes place at Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park in downtown Tampa, a scenic waterfront venue along Garrison Channel, part of the Tampa Riverwalk between the Tampa Bay History Center and the Hillsborough River.

Key Dates

• Application deadline: October 28, 2026
• Event dates: October 31–November 1, 2026
• Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM

Location & Setup

• Venue: Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park, Tampa, FL
• Setting: Outdoor
• Booth spaces available: 10x10, 10x15, and 10x20
• Setup: Saturday
• Public admission: Free, no gate
• Parking: Daytime available for RVs and standard vehicles

Mediums

Candles, Ceramics/Clay/Pottery, Clothing, Dips/Sauces, Fiber, Furniture, Glass, Hair Accessories, Handbags, Hats, Jewelry, Metal Art, Mixed Media, Paintings, Pet Accessories, Photography, Plants, Resin, Sculpture, Soaps/Lotions, Wood.

Application & Fees

• Minimum 3 images required to apply
• Non-refundable jury fee (APF): $20
• Applications are juried in order received; apply early as show/categories may close
• Once full, additional applicants are placed on the waitlist only
• If invited, booth fee of $395.00 must be submitted immediately to secure space; payment instructions sent via invitation email

Important Notes

• Accepting on Zapp does not secure your space—payment must be submitted after receiving an invitation
• All booth fee payments are paid directly to American Craft Endeavors, not through Zapp
• Check your SPAM folder for invitation emails
• Overnight security will be onsite