Our First Time at the Dartmouth Handcrafters Show
If you missed us at Christmas at the Forum the week before, we'll be heading across the harbour to Dartmouth for the annual Handcrafters Show, November 14-16. This will be our first time exhibiting at this show, and we're looking forward to it.
The Dartmouth Handcrafters Guild has been championing local artisans for decades, and their annual show at the Zatzman Sportsplex brings together some of the region's most dedicated makers. It's a smaller, more intimate show than the Forum—quality over quantity, with each vendor carefully juried to ensure you're seeing genuine handcrafted work.
Show Details:
- Friday, November 14: 2pm - 9pm
- Saturday, November 15: 10am - 6pm
- Sunday, November 16: 10am - 4pm
- Zatzman Sportsplex, 110 Wyse Road, Dartmouth
- Booth 33
What Makes This Show Different
Every vendor is vetted, every piece is handmade, and the atmosphere reflects that commitment. You'll find jewellers working in silver and gold, woodturners creating functional art, textile artists weaving and stitching —and us, sketching the buildings and landscapes that define this region.
We'll have our architectural prints, greeting cards, magnets, and totes featuring Halifax landmarks, Dartmouth heritage buildings, and coastal scenes from across Nova Scotia. For Dartmouth locals especially, we'll have pieces that celebrate your side of the harbour—including our adorable Dartmouth Mini Luxury Puzzle.
Getting to Zatzman Sportsplex
The venue is easy to reach with ample parking, located right on Wyse Road in Dartmouth. Friday evening offers a relaxed start to the weekend with the show open until 9pm. Saturday draws the largest crowds, while Sunday afternoon provides a quieter browsing experience before the 4pm close.
Tickets are available at handcraftersguild.ca.
Two Shows, One Week
It's an ambitious week for us—Forum on the Halifax side, then Handcrafters in Dartmouth—but we love the energy of back-to-back shows and the chance to connect with different communities. Each show has its own character, its own crowd, its own rhythm.
If you're making the rounds of holiday markets this November, we hope to see you at one (or both). Booth 33 in Dartmouth, November 14-16.