Artisan is the title of Queens Park Arts Centre’s programme of exhibitions and events, and is overseen by Arts Centre Coordinator Abby Colwell.
Apply to the QPAC Artisan Craft Fair 2026
Queens Park Arts Centre’s Annual Artisan Craft Fair is a hugely popular event attracting hundreds of visitors with 35 local artists and makers stalls, the day also includes live theatrical and musical entertainment, family fun, craft activities and an amazing cake sale!
Applications to exhibit at the event on Saturday 7 November, 2026 are NOW OPEN! Click below to fill in our expression of interest form, open until midnight on Monday 6 July.
EXHIBITIONS
We offer free-to-view exhibitions throughout the year, spanning our gallery, coffee bar, and foyer spaces. Artists who’ve exhibited with us include Freya & Chris Bramble (pictured), Laura Boswell, Guy Morris, Brenda Hurley, Amanda Curbishley, Alex Vincent, Jess White, and many more.
For all the news on our latest exhibitions, click here.
GALLERY SHOP
Our bespoke gallery shop is open all year round, stocked with a wide variety of handmade art and craft. It’s the perfect place to pick up a unique gift for a special occasion, or even a treat-to-self!
New stock is added every month, so be sure to stop by and browse the latest selection of locally-made work.
EVENTS
Special events presented as part of our Artisan project include our hugely-popular Craft Fair, which takes place every November and welcomes dozens of the region’s best artists and makers to QPAC.
Additional events include our annual pop-up Christmas Shop and themed festivals celebrating visual arts.
Our upcoming events can be found here.
To find out more about Artisan – including how you can get involved as an artist / maker – email our Arts Centre Coordinator Abby Colwell via coordinator@queensparkarts.com
