Saturday Arts Market

July 12, 2025

For one special day each year, Waterbury transforms into a vibrant celebration of creativity and community. The 2025 Arts Market will feature an incredible mix of local artists, crafters, and makers. Once you're done shopping, check out the live music, hands-on activities, and other surprises along the way!

Whether you're browsing for something unique, enjoying a day out with the family, or just soaking in the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. Thanks to the support of our generous sponsors, the event is completely free and open to all.

You can find us at our location at 5 Pilgrim Park, on the lawn behind the Train Station.

Thank you to our Saturday Arts Market Sponsor - Fairfield Inn by Marriott!

Check out our 2025 Commerative Arts Fest Poster, available to purchase both Friday and Saturday at the Arts Fest

ARTISANS GALORE!

The Waterbury Arts Fest is proud to feature some of Vermont’s most talented artists! On Saturday, July 12, Pilgrim Park will be transformed into a wonderful arts market with incredible pieces from a talented lineup of artists, makers, and craftsfolk. Support your friends and neighbors by shopping our wide variety of artists booths from all around Vermont!

 

DANCE YOUR SHOES OFF TO SOME LIVE MUSIC

From 10 am to 4 pm, the Waterbury Arts Fest will have a packed schedule thanks to our Stage & Entertainment Sponsor, Ben & Jerry’s.

10:00 AM  – GREEN MOUNTAIN PERFORMING ARTS
GMPA brings their Celtic Company and Performance Troupe dancers back to the Waterbury Arts Fest once again! A crowd favorite with local youth dancers performing a variety of dance styles like Highland, Irish, Hip Hop, Modern and more, plus GMPA is celebrating 10 years of performing arts programming in Waterbury!

11:15 AM - Sarah Bell
Rootsy folk with a touch of ethereal wonder & a dash of rock & roll

12:30 - Rickie and Annie
1:45 PM – Bad Luck Bliss

3:00 PM - SOULSTICE
A Ska and Reggae inspired party band, Soulstice will close out the Arts Fest by bringing lovely people together for a fun time!

HUNGRY? CHECK OUT OUR WIDE VARIETY OF FOOD OPTIONS

Food is an art and we take all our art seriously at the Waterbury Arts Fest! Each year, we try to bring a variety of flavors to the table, all with a focus on fresh and local, and this year will be no exception!

The Spicy Spoke - Noodle bowls
Paprika Catering Company - Empanadas
Alladin - Middle Eastern vegetarian
Maharaja Spice - Indian

Lauren's Cheesecake - Cheesecake
Howln Good Kettle Corn - Popcorn
The Udder Guys - Ice cream
Adventures of Cake - Cake pops and cup cakes
The Curdeous Cow - Deep fried cheese curd
Littlen & Co. - coffee

COCKTAIL/MOCKTAIL GARDEN

Salt & Rind, a local Waterbury favorite, will be hosting a cocktail garden from 12pm to 4pm during the Saturday Arts Market. Take a break from shopping and dancing and grab a refreshing cocktail or mocktail to beat the heat!

 

IF YOU WANT TO KEEP DANCING... CHECK OUT NATIONAL LIFE'S DO GOOD FEST!

One of our corporate sponsors, the National Life Group, is hosting their annual Do Good Fest on Saturday, July 12. Stop by the Arts Market and then head on over to catch some more live music at the Do Good Fest! Featuring the Plain White T's and the Fray, doors open at 1:30, with the headliners going on at 5:45. Combine the Arts Market and Do Good Fest to turn your weekend into an action-packed weekend of festivities!

STOP BY MAKERSPHERE'S CREATION STATION TO TRY YOUR HAND AT MAKING YOUR OWN CRAFTS

People of all ages are welcome and encouraged to come make some paper hats, try their hand at the pottery wheel, and explore other arts and crafts to their heart's content!

 

BUSINESS AS USUAL

Waterbury’s wonderful businesses will be open as usual, both those within the walkable downtown and beyond! We're known around Vermont for our food scene, so be sure to check out our fantastic bar and restaurant selection. Not a foodie? Feel free to shop around at one of our many small businesses instead.

 

SPONSOR & NON-PROFIT BOOTHS

Our sponsors and local non-profits will have booths too! Check them out to learn more about our generous sponosrs and some of the non-profit organizations in Waterbury that help support our community.