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The Sparta Special Olympics Fall Vendor and Craft Fair returns on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sparta High School, 70 W. Mountain Road in Sparta, NJ. More than 60 vendors will fill the school for a day of shopping that supports Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Morris-Sussex.
Our team loves events like this one, where an early start on holiday shopping also helps local athletes. Here is what we know so far, based on the event listing on the Lake Hopatcong Foundation community calendar and the organizers’ Facebook event page.
Sparta Special Olympics Vendor and Craft Fair at a glance
- What: Sparta Special Olympics 2026 Fall Vendor and Craft Fair
- When: Saturday, November 7, 2026, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Where: Sparta High School, 70 W. Mountain Road, Sparta, NJ 07871
- Admission: No charge to enter, and donations are welcome
- Vendors: 60 plus, including food vendors
- Benefits: Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Morris-Sussex
- Questions: spartasovendorfair@gmail.com
What to expect at the fair
The organizers describe a lineup of more than 60 vendors of all types. Local crafters and small business owners will gather at Sparta High School to sell their products and share their talents, and food vendors will be on hand too. Expect a mix of handmade gifts, small business finds and plenty of browsing.
The fair is held inside the school, so weather will not be an issue in early November. That makes it an easy stop for families, friends shopping together and anyone who likes to cross a few names off the holiday list before Thanksgiving.
Meet the Athletes of Determination
This is more than a shopping day. The fair supports Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Morris-Sussex and helps spread the word of inclusion. Visitors can meet the local athletes, whom the organizers call Athletes of Determination, and wish them luck for the 2026 to 2027 season.
Admission has no charge, and the organizers note that donations are always welcome and appreciated. If you want to learn more about the statewide program, Special Olympics New Jersey shares information about its sports, athletes and local programs.
Planning your visit to Sparta High School
Sparta High School sits on W. Mountain Road, a short drive from Route 15 and downtown Sparta. Because the fair runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., you have most of the day to shop, grab something from the food vendors and say hello to the athletes.
November 7 is a busy Saturday for shoppers in Sparta. The Homestead is also hosting a holiday market that day, and you can read our coverage of The Homestead’s Holiday Market in Sparta if you want to plan a full day of local shopping.
More fall craft fairs in Sussex County
Looking for more ways to shop local this season? Our guide to fall 2026 tricky trays and craft fairs in Sussex County NJ lists the vendor fairs, craft fairs and tricky trays our team has confirmed across the county, from Sparta to Augusta and Vernon.
For vendor questions or event updates, reach the organizers at spartasovendorfair@gmail.com or follow the Facebook event page.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Sparta Special Olympics Vendor and Craft Fair in 2026?
The fair is on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where is the fair held?
It takes place inside Sparta High School at 70 W. Mountain Road, Sparta, NJ 07871.
Is there a charge to get in?
No. The organizers say there is no charge to enter, and donations are welcome.
Who does the fair benefit?
The fair supports Sparta Special Olympics and Special Olympics NJ Morris-Sussex.
Featured photo: Football game in Sparta Township, New Jersey, by Timothy Shields, via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0.
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