Craft & Quilt Fair Australia - Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney
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Sydney - Craft & Quilt Fair

July 15-18, 2026
ICC Sydney, Darling Harbour

Wednesday to Saturday 10am - 4pm

Thank you for visiting the Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair.

Bringing Australia’s creative community together, the Craft & Quilt Fair is all about inspiring ideas, learning new skills, celebrating beautiful craftsmanship and discovering the latest tools, materials and makers.

The creativity continues! We look forward to welcoming you to the Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair (September 9–12) and the Brisbane Craft & Quilt Fair (October 14–17) for even more workshops, spectacular quilt displays, shopping and inspiration. We hope to see you there!

Congratulations to the Winners of the Mega Japanese Quilt Raffle

Stream of Flowers:
Dana S, Bankstown, NSW

Start a Fire:
Natalie F, Cammeray, NSW

Red Roses:
Sue B, Summer Hill, NSW

My Secret Garden:
Sally F, Neutral Bay, NSW

Star Spangled:
Jayne K, Corlette, NSW

Flower Star:
Christine S, Harrington Park, NSW

Thank you to all who participated – Northern Beaches Women’s Shelter is receiving all the proceeds. If you would like to know more about the shelter or make a donation, visit their website here: https://nbws.org.au/

Congratulations to the Winner of the Viewers' Choice Award

Congratulations Nicola Honan on winning the Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair Viewers’ Choice award in the Australian Quilt Show with her glorious quilt, An Impulsive Jungle Garden.

The quilt is a blend of colourful improvisation with machine piecing, raw edge appliqué with wood block and linocut printing techniques using richly textured fabrics and superbly finished with free motion machine quilting.

Nicola wins $250 which is proudly sponsored by @janomeaustralia and Expertise Events.

Congratulations to the Winner of the Lucky Door Prize

A huge congratulations to K. Kennedy from NSW, who has won our Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair Lucky Door Prize!

Thank you to everyone who visited the Fair and entered. We loved celebrating creativity with you and can’t wait to welcome you back for even more inspiration at our upcoming Melbourne and Brisbane Craft & Quilt Fairs.

Proudly supplied by Woodside Patch and featuring favourites from Baby Lock,
Hobbs Bonded Fibers, Designer Threads, Designer Stitch & Quilt and Linda’s, the prize pack is filled with must-have tools, accessories and quilting essentials!
 
Congratulations again, K. Kennedy! 

Learn new skills

Make & Takes

Learn a new skill and take your work home with you in the daily Make & Take sessions!

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Skills Studio

Take your first stitch at the Skills Studio! Enjoy hands-on beginner sewing classes designed to help you learn new skills with confidence.

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Cake Alley

Introducing the Cake Alley presented by the Australian Cake Decorating Network.

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Free Demonstations

Free Demonstrations

Enjoy live, free demonstrations at the exhibitors’ stand daily.

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Studio Workshops

Special one-off sessions by invited tutors. Pre-booking essential. Workshops change each day of the fair.

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Guest Artist Workshop

Take your skills to the next level with exclusive workshops led by renowned guest artists. Spaces are limited, so book early.

Ticket Information

Early Bird

General
Admission

$26

Perfect for a single day visit.


  • 1 day entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
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Early Bird

Multi-Day Admission

$44

Visit all four days of the fair.


  • 4 day unlimited entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
Buy Tickets
Early Bird

Concession Admission

$22

Available to eligible concession card holders.


  • 1 day entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
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Early Bird

Creative VIP Experience

$102

The ultimate crafting weekend.


  • 4 day unlimited entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
  • VIP merch bundle
  • High tea voucher
Buy Tickets

*Early Bird prices end June 17, 2026

General
Admission

$28

Perfect for a single day visit.


  • 1 day entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
Buy Tickets

Multi-Day Admission

$50

Visit all four days of the fair.


  • 4 day unlimited entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
Buy Tickets

Concession Admission

$24

Available to eligible concession card holders.


  • 1 day entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
Buy Tickets

Creative VIP Experience

$113

The ultimate crafting weekend.


  • 4 day unlimited entry
  • Quilt show access
  • Feature area access
  • VIP merch bundle
  • High tea voucher
Buy Tickets

Bring a friend for FREE!

Do you have a friend who is 30 years or younger who would like to visit the Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair?
Purchase your Adult (1-Day) or Concession ticket and click “I would like to book an Under 30's Ticket”. Fill in their details and redeem their free ticket at the Craft & Quilt Fair Help Desk.
*Photo ID of the Under 30's guest is required for collection.

Be inspired by the best

Guest Artists

These fabulous guest artists are sure to delight and teach you something fantastic.

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Australian Quilt Show

Discover our incredible local quilting talent. Get up close and personal with the winners’ and finalists’ works.

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AQC Challenge

See the stunning quilts of the 2026 AQC Challenge finalists, which explore the ‘Connections’ theme.

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Makers Space

Makers Space

Shop for handmade creations from talented local makers in the Makers Space!

Shop your favourites

Shopping Show Specials

Shopping & Show Specials

Here’s a taste of what you’ll see at the fair! Come see your favourite retailers and discover what’s new!

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Exhibitor Highlights

Yarn & Thread Market

A curated showcase of hand-dyed yarns and speciality fibres. Meet the makers, discover unique supplies, and fibre arts.

Take time out

Knit Lounge

Knit Lounge

Take a moment to relax in the Knit Lounge. It’s the perfect spot to share ideas, learn new techniques, and enjoy the simple pleasure of creating together.

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High Tea

Relaxing High Tea

Enjoy a sweet treat, tasty sandwich with tea or coffee while you relax and catch up with friends.

Thank you for all the team’s efforts to make last week’s event such an enjoyable success.
Trevor Robertson, Scissorman

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FAQ

People of all ages who love craft or want to learn more about crafting are welcome!

  • Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair is held at ICC Sydney, Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour.
  • Melbourne Craft & Quilt Fair is held at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Wharf.
  • Brisbane Craft & Quilt Fair is held at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Bank

You can purchase tickets to the Craft & Quilt Fairs online via our website or at the event.

Tickets are available at the door unless the event sells out prior. To ensure you don’t miss out, pre-purchase your tickets today!

Please send through the information you used to make your purchase (email address, name, contact number) through to [email protected] and we can look up and resend your ticket. If you are unable to find your ticket prior to attending the show, we can lookup and re-issue your ticket onsite.

To upgrade your ticket please see staff at the help desk when you arrive at the show, they will be able to assist you in paying the difference and upgrading your ticket to a higher level. Please note – a partial refund will NOT be provided if you wish to downgrade to a lower value ticket.

All event tickets and workshop bookings are non-refundable.

If you’re no longer able to attend, tickets are non-refundable—but you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else to attend in your place.

Yes. Children under 12 are free. Children 12-18 must be ticketed.

2 adults (18 years+) & 2 children (12 years – 18 years).

Sorry. The Craft & Quilt Fairs do not provide child care / creche services. Children under 13 must remain with their parent/guardian at all times.

Workshops – Yes, you’ll need to book a spot in your chosen workshop through the Craft & Quilt Fair website for the location you’re attending. If there’s still space available, you may also be able to book at the Help Desk on the day. However, as most workshops fill up quickly online, we strongly recommend securing your place in advance.

Please note that workshop bookings do not include entry to the event—entry tickets must be purchased separately.

Make & Takes – Please book when you arrive at the fair with the stand that is hosting that Make & Take. Please find more information on your cities Make & Take webpage.

Seminars – No booking’s required! Simply take a seat at the seminar space.

Only for the below tickets, all general and family tickets do not require ID

  • Under 30s free ticket, the under 30s person must bring ID
  • Senior or concession card holders

You are welcome to bring your QR code printed or on your device. We are able to scan your ticket directly from your phone or tablet. Please ensure your device is charged and that you have access to your confirmation email with your QR code.

Having issues locating your confirmation email? Please contact us prior to the event or see our team the Help Desk at the event.

All Craft & Quilt Fairs accept companion cards. Companion card holders must purchase their own ticket. When entering the event, please present your companion card to security and the companion may enter along side the ticket holder.

Yes! We have a cloaking room located in the information booth at each event. The cost of cloaking items is $2 for small items and $5 for large items.

No. Carts, luggage on wheels, and empty strollers will NOT be allowed during show hours. Exhibitors needing such items for legitimate business purposes will be allowed access at the opening and closing of business each day. This is a safety issue and no exceptions will be made

We attract local, national and international press to each Expertise event. In purchasing your ticket and in consideration for being admitted to the event, the holder consents to being recorded (by audio, visual and/or other means) for exhibition and exploitation by any means in all media now known or hereafter devised worldwide in perpetuity.

Holder also hereby: (1) releases Expertise Events from any liability for loss or damage to persons or property, infringement of any right or any other claim or course of action of any kind; (2) authorizes and permits Expertise Events and its designees which include but are not limited to all sponsors, exhibitors and contractors to use and authorize the use of his/her name, voice, likeness and all reproductions thereof by any means and in all media now and hereafter know for all purposes worldwide in perpetuity; and (3) agrees to comply with all rules and regulations of the event. Holder agrees not to make any recordings of any kind at designated activities without the express written permission of Expertise Events. We reserve the right to deny entry or remove from the event facilities any person who in our sole and absolute discretion is behaving or threatening to behave in a manner which we reasonably consider to be disruptive of the event.

If you have pets, please leave them at home. Our convention centres do not allow animals – except for service animals – into the buildings.

Yes, simply get a stamp at the door and you will be able to re-enter later that same day.