Welcome to the 25th Annual
New England Craft and Specialty Food Fair
November 12, 13 & 14, 2021
Topsfield Fairgrounds Indoor Arena - Topsfield, MA
Dates
& Hours:
Friday 
November 12
10am - 5pm
Saturday 
November 13
10am - 5pm
Sunday 
November 14
10am - 5pm
Set Up Hours:
  • Thursday 11/11 from 3pm to 8pm
  • Friday 11/12 from 6am to 9am
  • Doors re-opens Saturday & Sunday at 8am for exhibitors
All exhibitors must be onsite and booths ready to open by 9:30am each day.
Health & Safety
Castleberry Exhibitors and Staff must adhere to all local and state mandates as well as Safe Social Distancing Guidelines.
Check In
Castleberry Registration is located inside Arena. Please stop by Registration for booth number, exhibitor badge, parking pass and show details.
  • This is a paid admission event, all exhibitors and helpers MUST wear a 2021 Castleberry Button.
Un-loading

  • This facility is carry/dolly-in only.  
  • NO Vehicles or motorized flatbeds may drive into the building.
  • DO NOT block doors, driveway or fire lanes. 
  • After you have finished unloading please move your vehicle to designated exhibitor parking.
See signs on site. 
Indoor Booths
  • We MUST protect the "grass" carpet.
  • If you sample anything you must put down a runner so nothing spills onto the carpet.
  • If you have any paints or material that might fall onto the carpet, put down a runner.
  • If you accidentally spill anything, please let us know right away so we can clean it up. 
  • This Arena is used for sports and it is very important NOT to leave any pushpins or needles on the grass carpet.

  • If your booth is 10 x 10 you may set up your canopy. However, canopy covers are not allowed due to local fire regulations. 
  • Please note your booth is only 6 or 10 feet deep, the space behind your booth is for the electrical boxes and MUST remain open/accessible. 
  • Pipe and Drape is provided for this event.
Colors are TBD.

Parking
Exhibitor Parking, location TBD. See signs on site.
  • Parking pass MUST be displayed in your windshield at all times.
  • DO NOT block doors, driveway or fire lanes
  • DO NOT park directly out front of public entrance, must leave the closest parking for our shoppers.
  • Cargo trailers may be dropped beside the area or in the front lot.
  • Free Dry RV parking (No Services)
  • Overnight parking is allowed at this location.
Food
  • Free Coffee & Snacks will be provided on Friday until 9:00 am. 
  • There is a Snack Bar open during event hours.
  • Exhibitors are permitted to bring in outside food, prior to OPEN hours.
Toilets
  • Located inside the Arena.
Electricity
  • Electric is available for a fee.
  • Electricity up to 500 watts - $75.00
  • Electricity up to 1000 watts - $150.00
  • Exhibitors who have signed up for electricity may plug into the outlet behind their booth (box) OR along the wall.
ATM
  • ATM is located inside the Arena.
WiFi
Be aware that the Wifi MIGHT be available but signal is not consistent. 
Please bring your own means to process credit card transactions through your cellular data plan.
Security
  • The Building will be locked after set up at show closing each day.
  • Security is only a deterrent. 
  • We are not responsible for loss or damages. 
  • You MUST cover/enclose your booth at closing each day. 
Sales Tax
  • Massachusetts' Sales Tax is 6.25%
Trash
  • All exhibitors are responsible for removing their own garbage.
  • Put trash in barrels provided.
  • Please make sure to clean up after the show, leaving your space as you had found it. 
Rules & Regulations
Important Note to Food Vendors
Important Note to Specialty Food Vendors 
You MUST obtain a Temporary Health Permit from the Topsfield Health Department.

  • Please be sure to bring with you - any Health Permits, Serv Safe Certification, Allergen Awareness Certification and/or Proof that the food you are sampling or selling is made in an inspected facility, and product labels.

*Please note - If you sample anything you must put down a runner so nothing spills on the grass carpet. This Arena is used for sports and it is very important that nothing gets on or in the "grass" carpet.
Links of Interest
Exhibitor List: Check out who will be at the show.

Coupon: Send this link to your customers for $2.00 off admission.

Directions: Driving Directions to the event
  • From Route 95 take Exit 50 onto Route 1!
  • GPS Address: 207 Boston Street, Topsfield, MA

Weather: This event is held indoor and outdoor, rain, snow or shine.
Upcoming Events
November 26, 27 & 28     Wilmington, MA
26th Annual Castleberry Faire
Location: Shriners Auditorium
Admission: $8.00 Adult / Good all 3 days. Click Here for Coupon 
Show Hours: Fri. 9am-5pm / Sat. 10am-5pm / Sun. 10am-4pm
A true Thanksgiving Weekend Tradition

December 4 & 5     Hanover, MA
20th Annual New England Holiday Craft Spectacular
Location: Starland Sportsplex
Admission: $7.00 Adult / Good for both days. Click here for Coupon
Show Hours: Sat. 10-5 / Sun. 10-4
Last Great Shopping Event of 2021
For a complete calendar of events please visit our website