{"id":606410,"date":"2026-04-15T20:00:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T20:00:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/606410\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T20:00:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T20:00:18","slug":"this-art-and-craft-fair-in-edmonton-has-weird-and-wonderful-trinkets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/606410\/","title":{"rendered":"This art and craft fair in Edmonton has weird and wonderful trinkets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Everything cool and crafty can be found at this art and craft fair in Edmonton.<\/p>\n<p>Oddbird Art and Craft Fair is Edmonton\u2019s \u201cnewest and chirpiest\u201d arts and crafts fair, having been established in 2024. This season, it has its spring fair coming up at the beginning of May. For this market, its crash landing right in Old Strathcona, taking over the heart of Edmonton.<\/p>\n<p>Come on down! You\u2019ll never know what you\u2019ll find.<\/p>\n<p>What to expect<\/p>\n<p>This spring fair will be held at the Old Strathcona Performing Arts Centre from May 8 to 10. During this weekend, you can expect the best craftsmanship from around the city under one roof.<\/p>\n<p>The best part? Entry is only $5, and kids 12 and under get in for free!<\/p>\n<p>As for the hours, they fluctuate depending on the day. It\u2019s open 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. If you\u2019re looking for the quietest hours to visit, meaning minimal traffic and more time to browse, Oddbird suggests coming on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. or 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.<\/p>\n<p>You can find the full list of vendors on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oddbirdfair.ca\/roster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Oddbird fair\u2019s websit<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oddbirdfair.ca\/roster\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">e<\/a>. This includes vendors which offer accessories and apparel, arts and illustrations, bath and fragrance products, ceramics, and so much more.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for a snack while you browse? This fair has got you covered, with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/balaycoffee.yeg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Balay Coffee<\/a> serving up mouthwatering sweet treats and beverages. There\u2019s also a free water fountain on site.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re ready to get your arts and crafts on, this is the fair for you. Don\u2019t miss out on the perfect way to start spring!<\/p>\n<p>When: Friday, May 8, 2026, to Sunday, May 10, 2026<br \/>Time: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday<br \/>Where: 8426 Gateway Blvd., Edmonton, Alta.<br \/>Cost: $5<\/p>\n<p>Recent posts:<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/l-art-t-edmonton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Expect these pop-up performances and interactive activities around Edmonton LRT stations<\/a><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/edmonton-group-chat-whats-trending-april-14\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">The Edmonton Group Chat: What your friends are talking about this week (April 14)<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"js-loaded \" width=\"120\" height=\"120\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/1776283218_337_Screenshot-2025-07-07-090847.png\" alt=\"Alyssa Gallardo\" title=\"Alyssa Gallardo\"  \/>Alyssa Gallardo<\/p>\n<p>Alyssa is a Staff Writer for Dished and Curiocity Edmonton. She\u2019s a big fan of everything entertainment, and can always be seen running around the city going from concert to concert.<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/curiocity.com\/author\/alyssa-gallardo\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Read articles<\/a><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Everything cool and crafty can be found at this art and craft fair in Edmonton. 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