The Communications & Events Division operates out of the Administrative Office in South Park, 1141 Massachusetts St. For questions regarding special events, contact the Special Events Division.
Events
2025 Special Events are coming soon!
Artisan Fairs
Summerfest Artisan Fair
Experience the magic of an afternoon and evening market on July 3, 2025, from 3 PM – 8:30 PM in Building 21 at the Douglas County Fairgrounds. While enjoying the live music, food trucks, and drone show at Summerfest, be sure to check out the artisan fair!
Autumn Harvest Festival
Note: This is not the same event as the Lawrence Art Guild’s Art in the Park, which will be held on Saturday, September 13, and Sunday, September 14. You can find more information about Art in the Park here.
Celebrate the harvest season on September 28, 2025, from 9 AM – 4 PM in South Park. This is our only outdoor show of the year. Showcasing handcrafted goods from local artisans, including jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home décor, and more from talented community entrepreneurs.
Holiday Extravaganza Artisan Fair
Shop unique holiday gifts on December 6, 2025, from 9 AM – 4 PM at Sports Pavilion Lawrence. Featuring goods from local artisans such as jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home décor, and much more from community entrepreneurs!
More information and Vendor Resources
Past Events
Spring Artisan Fair
On May 3, 2025, from 9 AM – 4 PM, we gathered in the Holcom Park Rec Center gymnasium (indoors) for a showcase of the finest handmade goods from local artisans. The show highlighted unique creations from local artisans, including jewelry, paintings, textiles, pottery, home décor, and more from community entrepreneurs.