The 50th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show: What to Know Before You Go
Isabelle Gougenheim, Fiber Wearable, 2025 Craft Show Booth
The 50th Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show
What to Know Before You Go…
There will be 195 artists from all across the United States showing and selling their work at the Pennsylvania Convention Center November 6th-8th, with a Preview Party on November 5th.
What are the Show dates and times?
Friday, November 6th, 2025 – 11am – 7pm
Saturday, November 7th, 2025 – 10am – 6pm
Sunday, November 8th, 2025 – 10am – 5pm
When is the Preview Party Gala and how do I purchase tickets?
The Gala will be on Thursday, November 5th, 2026, from 4pm – 9pm. Entry time is dependent on ticket purchased. Attend the cocktail gala and be among the first to meet the artists, learn about their process, and purchase their unique works. A ticket to the Preview Party Gala is valid for entry every day the Show is open. Click HERE to purchase tickets. Tickets can be purchased at the door of the Convention Center on November 5th.
Where is the PMA Craft Show and Preview Party located?
Everything takes place in the same space at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Exhibit Hall F, 12th & Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
How much are tickets to the Show and how do I buy them?
Tickets to the show can be purchased online or at the box office starting November 6th at the Convention Center.
One day: $20
Two days: $25
Children under 12 years old: $5
Click HERE to purchase tickets to the Show in advance.
Are there group discount tickets to the Show?
Purchase 10 or more tickets to get a discounted rate of $16 per ticket. Click HERE for details.
What other experiences will there be during the Show?
The scarf tying event, Fit to be Tied will take place on Friday, November 6th at 1pm, and is included with your ticket purchase.
The art to wear fashion event, Find Your Style will take place on Saturday, November 7th at 12pm, and is included with your ticket purchase.
A special Guest Speaker Event with ceramic artists Syd Carpenter, Roberto Lugo, and Adebunmi Gbadebo will take place on Saturday, November 7th at 2pm, and is included with your ticket purchase.
Will there be food and beverages at the Preview Party?
Yes, food and beverages will be provided.
Is the show juried and does the Show take a commission of sales?
This premier show and sale of contemporary craft and design is selected by an esteemed jury panel. All work is for sale and the artists receive 100% of their sale proceeds.
How can I learn more about this year’s artists?
Go to the Artists’ page on our website.
Where can I find information about parking, etc.?
There are multiple parking lots in the area of the PA Convention Center.
Where can I find information about travel, location, etc.?
Click HERE to visit the Convention Center website.
What is the social media for the PMA Craft Show?
Follow @pmacraftshow across Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Tik Tok. In addition, please search for and use the hashtags #pmacraftshow and #artbyhand before, during, and after the show.
I have a question that isn’t listed here or on the website. How can I contact someone?
Please contact the Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show Office by emailing twcpma@philamuseum.org or calling 215-684-7930.
