A longtime Philadelphia arts tradition is celebrating a major milestone this fall. The 50th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show will bring 195 artists to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Friday, November 6 through Sunday, November 8, 2026.

The weekend will give visitors a chance to meet participating artists and view and purchase handmade works across 13 different categories of craft and design, ranging from one-of-a-kind jewelry and ceramics to textiles and sculptures.

Before the 2026 Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show officially begins, the celebration will kick off with the PMA Craft Show Preview Gala on Thursday, November 5, from 4 to 9 p.m. Guests will be among the first to meet the artists and shop their work. Preview Party tickets include a cocktail buffet, drinks and admission to all three days of the show.

Special Events Throughout the Weekend

The Craft Show will feature several additional programs.

On Friday, November 6 at 1 p.m., four featured artists will take part in an interactive scarf-tying presentation called “Fit to be Tied.” Attendees will learn different ways to style and pair individual scarves and shawls.

On Saturday, November 7 at noon, the “Find Your Style” fashion event will showcase one-of-a-kind pieces from participating artists, including art to wear, jewelry and leather.

Later that afternoon, at 2 p.m., clay artists Syd Carpenter, Adebunmi Gbadebo and Roberto Lugo will participate in a guest speaker event exploring their achievements as well as the history and future of ceramics. Reservations are required, and ticket buyers will be prompted to reserve a spot when purchasing admission to the show.

Celebrating 50 Years of Contemporary Craft

All works displayed by artists at the show will be available for purchase, with each artist keeping the proceeds from their sales.

The milestone event also supports the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Over 50 years, the Craft Show has raised more than $15 million to help fund educational programs, special exhibitions and acquisitions for the museum’s permanent collection.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show was established in 1977 and is presented annually by The Women’s Committee of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Craft Show Committee.

For tickets and additional information about this year’s show, visit PMA Craft Show.