Holiday Festival at the Appalachian Center for Craft
November 21, 2026 - 10 AM - 5 PM
Join us for a festive day of crafting, shopping, and more! Stop by our studios for free craft demonstrations and drop-in activities, including a designated kids crafts area. Enjoy live music and delicious treats at Meg’s Too Craft - Center Cafe and shop for unique gifts in our gallery. On Saturday only, shoppers can take advantage of a special 25% Holiday Shopping discount on sales of Fine Art and Craft in the gallery!
Want a more extensive craft learning experience? Register for a Holiday Festival mini-workshop! Each workshop ranges from 30 minutes to 3 hours and features hands-on instruction led by a Craft Center resident artist. Workshops require paid registration and are open to ages 15+, minors must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered for the workshop.
During Holiday Festival, stop by the Craft Center lobby for a full schedule of event activities.
Free Kids Crafts
3D Design Studio
10am - 5pm
- Paper Snowballs
- Embossed Metal Ornaments
- Corn Husk Dolls
- Basketweaving
- Foam Plate Printing
Holiday Shopping Discount
- 25% off fine art and craft in the Craft Center Gallery
- Saturday only, some exclusions apply


Free Drop-in Activities & Demonstrations
Blacksmithing Demonstration, Metals Studio
10am - 1pm
Clay Cut-Outs, Clay Studio
10am - 1pm
Holiday Cards with Alcohol-Markers, Conference Room
2 - 5pm
Copper Lanterns, Metals Studio
2 - 5pm
Weaving Demonstration, Fibers Studio
2-5pm

Have questions? Please contact the Craft Center at craftcenter@tntech.edu