Formerly known as the Texas Fine Craft Show, The Woodlands Fine Craft, Art & Design Show is a curated indoor event celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, art, and design. Join us at the beautiful Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel in the heart of The Woodlands for a unique experience featuring exceptional artists, makers, and designers from across the country, along with opportunities to discover, shop, and connect.

Produced by The Woodlands Arts Council, the award-winning organization behind the acclaimed Woodlands Waterway Arts Festival. The festival has been dazzling art enthusiasts for nearly two decades. With top-ranked artist sales (up to $2M per show) and a discerning audience that finds joy in art, The Woodlands Fine Craft, Art & Design Show has become The Woodlands Arts Council’s next great success.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Dates: September 26 & 27, 2026

(Sat. 10 am-5 pm & Sun. 11 pm-4 pm)

Location: The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel
1601 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380

2026 Important Dates:

• May 3: Application deadline at midnight (CST) - EXTENDED to May 15th.
• May 24: Artist Image Jury
• June 15: Artist Notification of jury results via email in ZAPPlication
• July 1: Invited Artist Payment deadline
• July 13: The refund (less $75) deadline (Marketing Campaign kicks off)
• September 25: Artist Load-In

• Exceptional Artists & Designers: Discover original work from talented artists, makers, and designers from across the country.
• A Broader Creative Experience: Fine craft remains at the heart of the show, now joined by art, design, and new opportunities to explore creativity.
• More Ways to Engage: Enjoy artist talks, demonstrations, and programming designed to deepen your connection to the creative process.
• A Curated Shopping Experience: Find unique works for your home, your wardrobe, and your lifestyle while supporting independent artists.
• Connections & Community: Meet artists, hear their stories, and experience the personal interactions that make collecting art so meaningful.
• The Woodlands Spirit: A show inspired by the creativity, culture, and community that make The Woodlands such a special place to live and visit

More than an event, it's a celebration of creativity, community, and connection.

Photo credit: Rod Prado / Hello Woodlands