Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair
December 6 - 7, 2025
muirbeachartsfair.com
(415) 595-7411
Muir Beach Community Center - Muir Beach, CA
For over 40 years the MB Holiday Arts Fair has featured 30-40 artists exhibiting an array of hand-made fine arts and crafts including painting, jewelry, pottery, quilts, candles, children's toys, holiday artifacts, decorations, wreaths & garlands, and the famous Muir Beach Volunteer Fire Dept. logo clothing and hats for adults and kids, as well as home-made delicious edibles has something for everyone. Held annually on the first weekend in December.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - December
December 6 - 8, 2025
theboxsf.com
(415) 602-9500
The Box SF - San Francisco, CA
We are excited to invite you to join us at The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair for a multi-day weekend event held monthly at our historic building located in the heart of San Francisco! Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the 1920's, The Box SF is now home to two floors of premier event space. These monthly events span four days: Friday evening's Early Buyers & Meet The Artists Reception and Saturday - Sunday Art Sale with FREE public entry, and an optional ticketed Monday evening "Art of Active Networking" event! Learn more on our website.
Santa's Helpers Napa
December 13 - 14, 2025
santashelpers-napa.com
(707) 225-4911
Napa Valley Expo (fairgrounds) - Napa, CA
Terrific Shopping Awaits! Santa's Helpers have been hard at work to create an old-time shopping market, with over 100 exhibitors you're sure to find that special something, including home décor, art, antiques, collectibles, Jewelry, crafts, specialty items & gourmet foods! Sip on hot apple cider as you stroll aisle to aisle discovering treasures at each stop. We will have carolers, elves with candy canes and Santa himself. Free entry & parking.
Palm Springs Art Festival - January
January 17 - 18, 2026
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
The Palm Springs Art Festival will return to Frances Stevens Park on January 18, 2025, to resume its 38-year history in Uptown Palm Springs. The event will feature artists displaying their original artwork in all fine art and fine craft mediums, including paintings, clay, glass, jewelry, mixed media, photography, and sculpture. The hours are from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free.
La Quinta Art Celebration - Spring
February 26 - March 1, 2026
(760) 628-7770
La Quinta Civic Center Campus - La Quinta, CA
#1 Fine Art & Craft Event in the Nation – Greg Lawler Art Fair Source Book 2024. Winner! - Favorite Outdoor Art Festival – Southwest Art Magazine Reader's Choice Award 2023 Come experience the stunning Coachella Valley venue, best-in-class artists, top-shelf bars, Napa Valley wines, the finest in local culinary delights, unsurpassed community support, and event staff committed to providing a VIP experience. The lakeside setting is embraced by the Santa Rosa Mountains. Our artists often call it the most beautiful festival site in the country. Join us for a relaxing and inspiring day in La Quinta, the Gem of the Desert.
Palm Springs Fine Art Festival
March 7 - 8, 2026
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Fine Art Festival - March 7 - 8, 2026 Frances Stevens Park 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA The festival will feature artists and craftsmen presenting their original artwork/craft in mediums including clay, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paintings, photography, and sculpture. The hours are from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free.
Palm Springs Art Festival - March II
March 21 - 22, 2026
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
The Palm Springs Art Festival returns to Frances Stevens Park in Uptown Palm Springs on March 21 - 22, 2026. The event will feature artists displaying their original artwork in all fine art and fine craft mediums, including clay, glass, jewelry, mixed media, paintings, photography, and sculpture. The hours are from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free.
Paso Robles Art in the Park - April
April 11 - 12, 2026
pasoroblesartinthepark.com
(805) 440-8318
Paso Robles Downtown City Park - Paso Robles, CA
Paso Robles Art in the Park has quickly become the best show in the Central Coast of California. 135 high quality artists and craft designers from 4 western states exhibit at this show.
San Luis Obispo Art in the Park - May
May 23 - 24, 2026
sloartinthepark.com
(805) 440-8318
Santa Rosa Park - San Luis Obispo, CA
The largest art show ever presented in the City of San Luis Obispo. 130 fine artists and craft designers. Free Admission and free parking for over 300 cars on site. We also produce Paso Robles Art in the Park in San Luis Obispo County.
Fine Art in the Park
August 8 - 9, 2026
rotaryartshow.com
(650) 941-1907
Lincoln Park - Los Altos, CA
The Rotary Club of Los Altos presents Fine Art in the Park. This is the 51st anniversary of Rotary's annual showcase of fine artists from all around the country. It is considered one of the most prestigious art shows in the state. This year the Rotary's annual fundraiser will highlight more than 150 fine artists and fine craftworkers. Many celebrations and new artists will highlight this 51st art show for two days of sunshine and festivities, including live music, food, wine, and beer. Vendors check back after February 1st of 2026 for updated applications. Over $600,000 in art sales each year.
San Luis Obispo Art in the Park - September
September 5 - 6, 2026
sloartinthepark.com
(805) 440-8318
Santa Rosa Park - San Luis Obispo, CA
The largest outdoor art show in the county of San Luis Obispo happens twice a year starting in 2026. May 23-24 Memorial Day weekend and also September 5-6 Labor Day weekend
Paso Robles Art in the Park - November
November 7 - 8, 2026
pasoroblesartinthepark.com
(805) 440-8318
Paso Robles Downtown City Park - Paso Robles, CA
Second largest art show in the County of San Luis Obispo. Paso Robles is a major tourist destination and the show is producing outstanding sales for the 120 exhibitors.
Events in Grass Valley, CA — upcoming
December 5 - 20, 2025
Cornish Christmas Celebration - December
Downtown, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 11/24/2025
This California Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with Local talent and the hours will be .
December 2025 (dates not updated)
Holiday Concerts
Center For The Arts, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 12/4/2024
This California Performing Arts Show will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 7pm-9pm; Sun 2pm-4pm. Admission tickets are $19 - $70.
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Downtown Grass Valley Car Show
Downtown, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 2/6/2025
This California Boat Auto Camping Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-2pm.
April 2026 (dates not updated)
Springtime in the Pines Quilt Show
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 2/3/2025
This California Fiber Arts Festival will have crafts exhibitors and no food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $15. This event will also include: silent auction, demonstrations, door prizes, country store, opportunity quilt, vendor vill.
May 2026 (dates not updated)
KVMR Celtic Festival and Marketplace
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 2/5/2025
This California Festival will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 17 food booths. There will be 6 stages with International talent and the hours will be Fri 3pm-11pm; Sat 10am-10pm; Sun 10am-9pm. Admission tickets are $45 - $350. This event will also include: jousting, workshops, highland games.
May 2026 (dates not updated)
Strawberry Music Festival - Spring
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 3/27/2025
This California Music Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 2 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $30 - $450.
June 2026 (dates not updated)
Father's Day Weekend Bluegrass Festival
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 8/13/2024
This California Bluegrass Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and 8 food booths. There will be 3 stages with National talent and the hours will be Thu-Sat 9am-11pm; Sun 9am-7pm. Admission tickets are $tba. This event will also include: children's program, workshops, luthiers pavilion.
June - July 2026 (dates not updated)
Grass Valley Thursday Night Marketplace
Mill Street Plaza, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 4/3/2025
This California Marketplace Expo will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be .
June - July 2026 (dates not updated)
Summerfest
Various Locations, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 5/27/2025
This California Classical Music Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $10 - $65. This event will also include: family music faire, young composers concert.
August 2026 (dates not updated)
Nevada County Fair
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 2/17/2025
This California State Fair will have commercial/retail exhibitors and tba food booths. There will be 5 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be . Admission tickets are $5 - $12.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Roamin Angels Car Show
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 4/4/2025
This California Boat Auto Camping Show will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 9 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm. Admission tickets are $5. This event will also include: car show, raffles, poker walk.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Art at the Classic (At the Draft Horse Classic)
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 8/18/2025
This California Art Competition will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
September 2026 (dates not updated)
Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 8/18/2025
This California Family & Kids Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Thu 3pm-7pm; Fri 3pm-8pm; Sat 9am-9pm; Sun 8am-5pm. Admission tickets are $10 - $85. This event will also include: harvest fair, free musical entertainment, community exhibits, and an art show.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Cornish Christmas Celebration - November
Downtown, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 11/24/2025
This California Holiday Celebration will have crafts and fine art exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6pm-9pm. This event will also include visit with santa.
November 2026 (dates not updated)
Country Christmas Faire
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 8/18/2025
This California Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 8 food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
