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Twigs Craft Fair | Speculator, NY | August 13, 2026

  • Twigs Craft Fair New York 30 Speculator, New York, 12164 United States (map)

Twigs Craft Fair Brings Handmade Finds and Community Spirit to Speculator

Image of handmade crafts like those for sale at the Twigs Craft Fair in the Adirondacks.

At the Twigs Craft Fair in Speculator, browse pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, home décor, art, gifts, and other handcrafted finds.

The annual Twigs Craft Fair returns to Speculator in the Central Adirondacks on Thursday, August 13, bringing roughly 100 booths of handmade goods to the Speculator Pavilion & Ballfield.

This juried craft fair, sponsored by the Hamilton County Twigs, draws vendors from across the region and beyond for a day of shopping with a distinctly Adirondack bonus: purchases help support local health care and emergency services.

From 9 am – 4 pm, visitors can browse pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, home décor, art, gifts, and other handcrafted finds. There is also a Twigs bake sale, which means the morning can reasonably begin with something homemade in one hand and a shopping bag in the other.

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A juried craft fair in the Adirondacks.

Craft fairs are plentiful during an Adirondack summer, but the Twigs Craft Fair has scale on its side. With about 100 booths and a juried vendor lineup, it offers enough variety to make a leisurely circuit of the grounds worthwhile.

The emphasis on handmade goods also makes this a good stop for travelers looking for something more personal than the standard vacation souvenir. Visitors may find pieces for an Adirondack camp, locally inspired gifts, wearable art, or the sort of object that wasn't on the shopping list until it appeared on a vendor's table.

The outdoor setting adds to the appeal. Speculator sits in Hamilton County amid lakes, forests, and mountain roads, making the fair an easy addition to a Central Adirondack day trip from places such as Indian Lake, Lake Pleasant, Piseco, or Wells.

Don't overlook the Twigs bake sale.

The Twigs bake sale is worth seeking out early. Tables of homemade cookies, brownies, breads, pies, and other treats have a way of attracting attention at a summer craft fair, particularly when the smell of something buttery and freshly baked starts competing with the merchandise.

Proceeds from the fair carry considerably more weight than the average cookie purchase.

Homemade baked goods on sale at the Twigs Craft Fair

Don’t skip the bake sale!

Shopping that supports Adirondack health care.

The Twigs Craft Fair is a fundraiser for medical and health care needs in the region. Most of the money raised supports ambulance squads serving Speculator, Wells, and Piseco.

Additional funds benefit the Twigs Scholarship Fund, which assists local high school seniors pursuing careers in health-related fields, as well as the Speculator Primary Care Center.

That mission gives the event a particularly Adirondack character. In small, widely separated communities, emergency response and access to health care are essential parts of making year-round life possible. Here, an afternoon spent browsing handmade pottery or buying a brownie can help strengthen those services.

ADK Taste recommendation.

Arrive in the morning for the best selection from both the craft vendors and the Twigs bake sale. With around 100 booths to explore, this is a fair worth browsing slowly rather than squeezing into the final hour.

Who should make the trip.

The Twigs Craft Fair works particularly well for travelers exploring the Central Adirondacks, families looking for an easygoing activity, craft lovers, and anyone hunting for gifts or handmade pieces with more personality than mass-produced souvenirs.

It can also anchor a day in the Speculator and Lake Pleasant area. Browse the fair, spend some time near the water, and make a day of one of the Adirondacks' quieter corners.

Artisan soaps for sale at the Twigs Craft Fair.

Handmade soaps.

Twigs Craft Fair 2026 details.

Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026

Time: 9 am – 4 pm

Location: Speculator Pavilion & Ballfield

Address: 2834 NY-30, Speculator, NY 12842

Admission: Open to the public

What to expect: Approximately 100 juried craft booths and a Twigs bake sale

Presented by: Hamilton County Twigs

Visitors should check the Hamilton County Twigs' official website or Facebook page before traveling for any last-minute event updates.

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Admire the work of local artisans at the Twigs Craft Fair.

Twigs Craft Fair FAQ.

When is the Twigs Craft Fair in Speculator in 2026?‍ ‍

The annual Twigs Craft Fair takes place Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 9 am – 4 pm.

Where is the Twigs Craft Fair held?‍ ‍

The fair is held at the Speculator Pavilion & Ballfield, 2834 NY-30 in Speculator, New York.

How many vendors are at the Twigs Craft Fair?‍ ‍

The juried craft fair features approximately 100 booths offering quality handmade goods.

Is the Twigs Craft Fair open to the public?‍ ‍

Yes. The event is open to the public.

What does the Twigs Craft Fair support?‍ ‍

The fundraiser primarily supports ambulance squads in Speculator, Wells, and Piseco. Funds also benefit the Twigs Scholarship Fund for students pursuing health-related careers and the Speculator Primary Care Center.

What else is there to do at the Twigs Craft Fair?‍ ‍

In addition to browsing handmade crafts, visitors can shop the Twigs bake sale and combine the fair with a day exploring Speculator, Lake Pleasant, and the surrounding Central Adirondacks.


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