MATTAPOISETT — The local crafts drew Alyssa Vieira of Mattapoisett to Harbor Days Saturday, as they do every year.

“It’s very cool,’’ she said of the annual celebration held at Shipyard Park. “I like how small businesses can get out’’ and display their items. 

Her father, Emanuel Viera of Mattapoisett, laughed and said he attends for a very different reason: “I just come to pay for stuff.’’

Potential purchases filled the booths as a large crowd checked out the crafts, listened to music and sampled the food selections.

Many of the crafts on display reflected the local area and its tie to the sea. 

The array of available items included painted buoys, decor made from shells, wind chime mobiles, lamps resembling lighthouses and local photography, among many other crafts.

Karen Field of Mattapoisett was browsing one of the many jewelry booths. “I’m liking what I’m seeing,’’ she said. “I’ve seen new and different artwork.’’

As a crafter herself, Violaine Marty, who lives in Fall River and works in Mattapoisett, said she “loves it all.’’

“I just appreciate all the artists here,’’ she said. “I appreciate all the hard work and imagination and creativity.’’

Rachel Westgate of Mattapoisett was taking a break on a bench while contemplating what to buy. Every year, she purchases one piece of local art. “I’m still in search,’’ she said.

Her mother, Sally Westgate of Mattapoisett, attends every year and enjoys the “good community atmosphere. People are friendly and nice.’’

Something else she said she enjoys: “There’s good people watching.’’

Saturday’s event drew a larger crowd than the event before Covid first canceled, then reduced, the festivities, said Valerie Kane, outgoing president of the Mattapoisett Lions Club, which sponsors Harbor Days.

The Friday night Fish Fry drew nearly 250 people, its biggest crowd ever, she said.

She credits the traditional flavor of Harbor Days, such as the popular strawberry shortcake, with its growing popularity.

Those attending also enjoy the local feel, she said, and the chance to get out and experience the sense of community.

“People were shut down for two years,’’ she said. 

Sunday is the final day for Harbor Days.

The Sunday schedule is:

8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pancake and sausage breakfast six dollars for adults and children

9 a.m.-4 p.m., Craft fair featuring more than 100 vendors

9 a.m.--4 p.m. U Pick Em Auction

Music by Jeff Dunn, 9-10 a.m.

Music by Showstoppers, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Music by Funky Cat Trio, 1-3 p.m.

11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Kitchen is open

4 p.m., 50/50 raffle drawing