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julia a. purnell fiber fest 2026

Join us at Sturgis Park

Join us at beautiful Sturgis Park in Snow Hill, Maryland, for a day dedicated to the fiber arts. Explore unique handmade crafts, watch live artisan demonstrations, and enjoy delicious local food. It’s the perfect family-friendly day out on the Eastern Shore!

September 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sturgis Park Garden, 200 River St, Snow Hill, MD
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Register for Fiber fest sessions
all classes will be held under the pavilion

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Learn to needlepoint

Coastal Stitches: Hand Embroidery

Needle Felting Snowman 

class times: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

& 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM | FREE

Class Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

FREE

Class Time: 12:00 PM

Cost: $35.00 

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Class Time: 11:00 AM

Cost: $10.00

Woven Mug Rug Class

Class Time: Sessions offered on the hour

Cost: $15.00 per person 

Spinning Wheel Intro Session

Pre-Orders are now OPEN

$25.00

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Fiber Fest Vendor Form

Application for Vendor / Demonstration / Class Space


Please submit this form by September 15, 2026


Festival Date: Saturday,  September 26, 2026 (weather permitting)

Hours: 10 a.m.– 4 p.m.


Booth Size: 10’ × 10’


Pavilion Vendor Fee: $15  

Grounds Vendor: Free  

Demonstrator: Free


Event Location & Set Up Details:


Fiber Fest will be held in and around the pavilion at Sturgis Park, Snow Hill. 


Electricity is available under the pavilion. 


This is a rain or shine event (weather permitting).


Pavilion vendor spaces are limited and require vendor provided table and chair.


Grounds vendor spaces are free and require vendorprovided canopy, table, and chair.


Demonstrations and classes will take place inside the pavilion.


Tables and chairs are available for demonstrators and teachers. 


Setup begins at 8:00 a.m. and must be completed by 9:30 a.m.


Accessible parking is available near the pavilion.

I would like a spot under the pavilion. I understand the fee is $15.00

Food & Beverage Vendors

Worcester County enforces strict health regulations for food and beverage sales. Please contact the County Health Department, Temporary Vending 

permits section at 410-641-9559  before submitting your application.

Food inspectors attend festivals to ensure compliance and may shut down vendors without permits or proper sanitation.


Please send payment to:

Julia A. Purnell Museum

208 W. Market Street, Snow Hill, MD 21863 (cards accepted)

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