Adirondack Buyer Days - Wholesale Gift Show 2027
Event Date
March 14–15, 2027
Location
Saratoga Springs, NY
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryAdirondack Buyer Days is a juried wholesale gift show presented by the Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA). For more than 40 years, the show has connected makers of handmade gifts and specialty foods with retailers looking to stock their shelves with locally produced goods. The event is business-to-business and is designed to build lasting relationships between regional artisans and buyers.
The show draws two core audiences: artisans and food producers from the Adirondack region, New York State and beyond who are seeking new wholesale markets, and retailers and store buyers hunting for high-quality, locally made products. Because it is juried, the show emphasizes quality and a diverse range of gift products.
It is worth attending for the personal, face-to-face connections it fosters. Retailers can meet regional makers directly, discover unique inventory, and place wholesale orders, while artisans gain exposure to new buyers. Admission is free for retailers, making it an accessible way to source local gifts and specialty foods in a walkable downtown setting.
Show Highlights
- Juried wholesale gift show featuring handmade gifts and specialty foods from the Adirondack region, New York State and beyond.
- Business-to-business format focused on relationship building, product marketing and wholesale ordering between artisans and retailers.
- Two-day buying window: Sunday runs 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Free admission for retailers, who must pre-register for this private trade event.
- A show catalog is published so buyers can preview participating makers and the kinds of products on offer.
- Held in downtown Saratoga Springs, with shops, restaurants and hotels within walking distance of the venue.
Registration
Registration is handled separately for retailers and artisans.
Retailers: Adirondack Buyer Days is free for retailers, but this is a private event, so buyers must pre-register before the show. Registration is available online through the show's buyer registration link (bit.ly/BD27BUYER).
Artisans: Because the show is juried, interested vendors must submit an application. For the 2027 show, artisans are invited to complete a Vendor Interest Form (via the organizer's Google Form) to begin the application process.
Questions: Prospective participants can contact the show organizer, Lauren Richard, at ANCA. Sponsorship inquiries can be directed to ANCA Event & Engagement Coordinator Caitlin Bottcher at (518) 891-6200.
History
Adirondack Buyer Days is organized by the Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA), a regional nonprofit based in Saranac Lake, NY. According to ANCA, the annual wholesale gift show has been running for over 40 years, showcasing handmade gifts and specialty foods from the region, New York State and beyond. The show has long served as a tradition connecting regional makers of handmade goods with retailers seeking locally produced products.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Adirondack Buyer Days show?
The 2027 show takes place Sunday, March 14 (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Monday, March 15 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at the Saratoga Springs City Center, 522 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY.
Who should attend Adirondack Buyer Days?
The show is a business-to-business event for retailers and store buyers seeking high-quality, locally produced gifts, as well as artisans and specialty food makers looking to reach new wholesale markets. It connects regional makers with retailers in one place.
How much does it cost to attend, and how do I register?
Adirondack Buyer Days is free for retailers, but because it is a private event, buyers must pre-register before the show through the online buyer registration link. Artisans must submit a vendor interest form since the show is juried.
What kind of products are featured at the show?
The show features handmade gifts and specialty foods from the Adirondack region, New York State and beyond. It is a juried show, so the organizers select for both quality and a diversity of goods.
Where can I park and stay near the venue?
A covered parking garage between Maple and High Rock Avenues holds more than 620 vehicles and connects to the City Center via a pedestrian bridge. The connected Saratoga Hilton and other hotels such as the Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton Inn, Embassy Suites and Holiday Inn are within walking distance in downtown Saratoga Springs.
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