7 Florida Yarn & Fiber Festivals
As the Sunshine State is known for its vibrant culture and beautiful beaches, Florida also has a thriving fiber arts community! Whether you’re a local or planning a warm getaway, Florida’s yarn and fiber festivals are a must-visit for any knitting enthusiast. These festivals offer a great opportunity to stock up on unique yarn, connect with fellow fiber artists, and be inspired by the latest knitting trends.
Here’s a roundup of some of the top yarn and fiber festivals across Florida.
#1 Orange Blossom Yarn Crawl | March 28 - April 4, 2026
The Orange Blossom Yarn Crawl is for fiber arts enthusiasts in Central Florida. It takes place at different Central Florida Local Yarn Stores (LYSs) across. The Orange Blossom Yarn Crawl | March 28 – April 4, 2026, is a weeklong parade of fiber delight winding through Central Florida’s coziest yarn shops. Think of it as a treasure map of color and texture, where your passport leads you from cozy indie boutiques to vibrant community hubs, each offering exclusive specials, limited-edition yarns, one-of-a-kind fiber treats, and stamped memories along the way.
It’s more than a shopping event — it’s a community fellowship for makers. Knitters, crocheters, spinners, and weavers gather to share project ideas, swap stories over latte steam, and discover inspiration tucked into every shop corner. Along the crawl, shops often host mini-events like trunk shows, demos, informal knit nights, and surprise door prizes that make every stop feel like finding a hidden stash.
#2 Florida Tropical Weaver Guild Conference | April 16 - 19, 2026
Step into four days of fiber immersion at the Florida Tropical Weaver Guild Conference, happening April 16 through April 19, 2026, at the Holiday Inn Resort Kissimmee by the Parks in Kissimmee, Florida. This annual gathering is a favorite destination for weavers, spinners, basketmakers, knitters, and all kinds of fiber artists who crave connection, education, and creative spark. (ftwg.org)
Throughout the conference, you can dive deep into a rich array of workshops and classes taught by skilled instructors. Whether you’re mastering color in hand-spun fiber, exploring traditional techniques like kumihimo braids and sashiko-ori, or expanding your weaving repertoire with tablet weaving and advanced doubleweave, there’s something for makers at every level. (ftwg.org)
Beyond classes, the conference buzzes with community energy. Browse the vendor hall featuring fiber and tools from artisan sellers, enter or admire the fiber exhibit, and share your own projects during the makers’ parade and guild exhibits. Evenings bring social warmth with group gatherings, shared meals, and a chance to connect with fellow fiber lovers from across Florida and beyond. (ftwg.org)
With the event nestled in the heart of Kissimmee, only minutes from Orlando, attendees can pair their creative retreat with Florida sunshine and relaxation. Whether you’re returning to old friends or meeting new ones among threads and looms, the FTWG Conference promises inspiration, skill growth, and a joyful celebration of the fiber arts. (ftwg.org)
#3 Florida Fiber In | September 2026
Florida Fiber In is for spinners, weavers, knitters, crocheters, beaders, lacers, tatters, braiders and other fiber arts fanatics to get together, have fun, learn from each other and shop. Volunteers give free demos and some of Florida’s finest fiber shops come to be in their market. But the main event is always the opportunity to spend the weekend immersed in fiber with other people who understand why you will spend $20 to buy the yarn and hand-knit socks when you can buy socks at any local store for $2. Dates and locations are TBD.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss These Events
Florida’s yarn and fiber festivals are not just about shopping — although that’s a huge draw! These events are fantastic opportunities to meet other knitters, learn new techniques, and discover locally produced fibers that you may not find anywhere else. Plus, they make for a great excuse to take a mini-vacation in sunny Florida.
So whether you’re on the hunt for hand-dyed merino, alpaca blends, or just looking to connect with fellow knitters, Florida’s fiber festivals are the perfect way to feed your yarn addiction.
Here’s a sunny scoop on the 2027 Florida yarn and fiber festival scene, where fiber lovers can make plans to gather, shop, spin, learn, and stitch under cloudless skies and palm shade 🌴🧶
2027 Fiber Events Worth Watching
#4 Orlando Distaff Day (Kissimmee/Orlando)
A longtime favorite for Central Florida makers, Orlando Distaff Day returns in January 2027 with its cozy, community-centered celebration of fiber arts. This annual event blends vendor shopping, hands-on demos, show-and-tell sessions, raffle prizes, and social crafting with plenty of space to knit, crochet, spin, and swap stories. The 2026 edition dates and location are TBD. (Orlando Distaff Day, Inc)
#5 Sunkissed Fiber Festival (Dover, FL — Tampa area)
Sun-soaked and full of creative energy, the Sunkissed Fiber Festival kicks off the year in the Tampa Bay area with its January 23 – 24, 2027 celebration at the Greater Hillsborough County Fairgrounds. Vendors span indie dyers, locally crafted yarns, tools, accessories, and more, making it a must-visit marketplace for knitters, crocheters, spinners and fiber fans looking for unique finds. (spacecoastweaversandfiberartists.org)
#6 Stitch the Magic | January 2026
Stitch the Magic is the ultimate blend of fiber crafting joy and theme-park sparkle for makers who love yarn and pixie dust! Scheduled for early 2027, this whimsical meet-up brings together knitters, crocheters, spinners, and Disney enthusiasts from across the Sunshine State and beyond for a day of stitching, sharing, and play. Originally rooted in Florida gatherings where fiber lovers who also adore Disney parks come together to stitch in good company, it’s become a beloved event on the calendar for creative souls looking to combine their passions. (stitchthemagicevent.blogspot.com)
#7 Bay Area Knitting Guild Yarn Crawl | Late January to Mid February
The Bay Area Knitting Guild Yarn Crawl is a weeklong yarn-shop adventure through the heart of Tampa Bay’s cozy fiber scene. Imagine a passport full of stamps, each one a colorful stop at a local shop buzzing with exclusive deals, limited-edition skeins, and community warmth. Whether your passion is knitting, crocheting, spinning, or just browsing beautiful fibers, this crawl weaves together makers and merchants for a joyful exploration of texture and color.
Hosted by the Bay Area Knitting Guild, the crawl invites you to wander from shop to shop, discover fresh local finds, meet fellow crafters, and celebrate the creative spirit that makes this region’s fiber community so vibrant. Participating stores roll out specials, host pop-up demos and trunk shows, and often offer shop-only patterns and giveaways that make every stop a delightful surprise.
Do you have a favorite Florida yarn festival that I missed? Share in the comments below!