Since 1997, the Great Lakes Fiber Show has been a staple for all knitting and fiber enthusiasts in the Midwest. From Saturday, May 23 to Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the Wayne County Fairgrounds, this traditional celebration transforms into a warm gathering place where creativity and sharing are at the heart of the experience. Whether you’re a beginner or a professional, you’ll be delighted by a variety of activities, from natural dye workshops to knitting contests, as well as wool animal exhibitions and fiber markets. Conviviality is the name of the game, offered by a diverse group of participants from across the Midwest.
Practical information — Great Lakes Fiber Show
- Location : Wooster
- Address : 199 Vanover Street • Wooster, OH
- 2026 dates : 2026-05-23 → 2026-05-24
- Opening hours : 10am-5pm, Saturday; 10am-4pm, Sunday
- Program : food trucks, workshops
- Since : 1997
- Official website : www.greatlakesfibershow.com
Getting to Wooster
By bus
- Babcock circle
About Great Lakes Fiber Show
The College of Wooster, founded in 1866, is a prestigious private liberal arts university located in Wooster, Ohio. This institution hosts approximately 1,900 students and is part of several academic associations, including the Five Colleges of Ohio, the Great Lakes Colleges Association, and the Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities. The official website of the institution can be accessed at http://www.wooster.edu.
Source : Wikipedia
Things to see on site near Wooster
- Wayne County Historical Museum
- Giant Swing
- Applied Behavioral Connection Sign
Where to stay near Wooster
- Market Street Inn — 356 North Market Street
- Best Western
Where to eat near Wooster
- Broken Rocks Café & Bakery — 123 East Liberty Street 44691 Wooster
- Bob’s Omahoma BBQ
- City Square Steakhouse
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