Introducing Philly Fiber Fest!
One day. One roof. Every stage of Pennsylvania fiber.
Saturday, December 5, 2026
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
at Village of Industry & Art
320 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Official website coming soon…
Join PA Fibershed and The Weaving Circle for a celebration of Pennsylvania's fiber and textile community and heritage!
This one-day event will bring together fiber producers, artisans, textile businesses, artists, educators, and fiber enthusiasts to showcase the incredible range of materials, products, and skills being cultivated across the Commonwealth.
The event will feature:
Dozens of highly curated vendors featuring everything from raw fiber, yarn, roving, and natural dyes to handcrafted apparel, home goods, fiber art, and unique gifts.
Fiber art exhibition
Demonstrations throughout the day
Optional paid workshops led by regional experts
Kids' Corner with hands-on fiber crafts, creative activities, and opportunities to explore natural materials
Sensory-friendly space where visitors can relax, decompress, and explore the calming textures of natural fibers
Silent auction benefiting PA Fibershed's work to build a more connected, regenerative, and regionally rooted fiber and textile economy.
Community gathering and networking opportunities
The Weaving Circle Marketplace at Philly Fiber Fest
Vendor Info. & Eligibility
We welcome regionally-based fiber and textile farms, businesses, makers, designers, artists, mills, dyers, and organizations to apply to vend at Philly Fiber Fest. Vendors may sell and showcase products including raw fiber, yarn, roving, natural dyes, handcrafted textiles & wearables, fiber art, fiber arts supplies, and other related goods.
We welcome vendors whose work reflects the values of regional, regenerative, and community-rooted textile systems.
Why Participate?
As a vendor, you'll have the opportunity to:
Sell directly to a highly targeted audience
Connect with customers who value local products and production
Build relationships with fellow fiber and textile businesses
Increase visibility for your brand
Be part of a growing movement to strengthen Pennsylvania's regional fiber economy
Vendor spaces are limited and expected to fill quickly.
Vendor Application Deadline: September 25, 2026
Please note that this is a juried exhibition, and submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
The Gallery at Philly Fiber Fest
Artist Info. & Eligibility
We welcome regionally based fiber and textile artists to apply to exhibit their work in the Philly Fiber Fest Gallery. Artists working in a variety of fiber-based mediums, including weaving, felting, dyeing, quilting, embroidery, textile sculpture, and other textile arts, are encouraged to apply.
The curated exhibition will be on display throughout the month of December 2026, with an opening reception on December 4 at the Village of Industry and Art.
We welcome artists whose work reflects the creativity, craftsmanship, and stories of fiber—celebrating regional materials, traditional techniques, contemporary approaches, and the people shaping a more connected, community-rooted textile future.
Please note that this is a juried exhibition, and submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Become a Sponsor and Help Launch a New Regional Tradition!
Philly Fiber Fest is more than a marketplace. It is an investment in Pennsylvania’s agricultural, creative, and textile communities.
As a sponsor, you'll gain visibility among a passionate and growing audience while helping to:
Strengthen regional supply chains
Support local farmers, artisans, and businesses
Expand educational opportunities
Foster community connections
Advance a more regenerative, resilient, and regionally rooted fiber economy that restores ecosystems, strengthens local communities, and creates lasting impact.
Your sponsorship also directly supports PA Fibershed's year-round efforts to connect and grow Pennsylvania's fiber and textile ecosystem.
Contact Nikki@pafibershed.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
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Get in touch:
Questions about the event? Want to get involved?
Email us! Programs@pafibershed.org