Montclair Village Art Walk
April 26 - 27, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Montclair Village - Oakland, CA
Application Available Jan 1. Montclair Village is a charming shopping district in an affluent area with a laid-back, small town feel, plenty of parking in the City-owned garage, & many small business retailers/restaurants. Spaces are 4'x13' lining the sidewalks. No tents but market umbrellas are welcome. No security/electricity. Free garage parking for 6'8" and smaller vehicles. Oversized and overnight parking in safe, nearby lot. Up to 65 artist spaces.
Rotary Club of Saratoga Art Show
May 3 - 4, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
West Valley College - Saratoga, CA
Applications will be available by January 1. West Valley College is the beautiful setting for 140 fine arts & fine crafts booths set on grass along the campus walkways. Art patrons shop this open-air gallery while strolling to light music & enjoying specialty beers/wines or take a respite with tasty on-site food booths. Located in Santa Clara County, nestled against the Santa Cruz Mountains, Saratoga is one of the nation's 100 wealthiest zip codes & home to 30,000 averaging a household income of $260,000. Marketing invites buyers from SF Peninsula to Monterey & over to Danville.
California Honey Festival
May 3, 2025
californiahoneyfestival.com
(530) 668-8839
Historic Downtown Main Street - Woodland, CA
Downtown Woodland's Main Street will bee buzzing again! We promote honey products and educate about bees and other pollinators' crucial role in our ecosystem and economy. We strive to create an event experience that inspires people of all ages to protect and celebrate bees and other pollinators.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - May
May 3 - 5, 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.
New Living Expo
May 9 - 11, 2025
(415) 382-8300
Marin Civic Center - San Rafael, CA
Experience renewal while engaging your senses in the very latest in nurturing and sustainably sourced products and services for your body, mind, and soul while becoming part of the New Living Expo Community.
Mother's Day Weekend Art, Garden & Studio Tour
May 10 - 11, 2025
Home Tour
(760) 805-0434
Various Locations - Encinitas, CA
Take your mom or best friends on a leisurely tour of the 8 North San Diego County homes where you can peruse more than 30 unique exhibits of locally made art, and relax in each unique coastal or inland garden. Artists from the San Dieguito Art Guild will be positioned in the gardens — showing and selling their paintings, ceramics, glass, gourd art, fiber arts, photography, jewelry, and much more. Free refreshments will be served at every stop. Tickets are good for both days and homes may be re-visited.
California Strawberry Festival
May 17 - 18, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(805) 385-4739
Ventura County Fairgrounds - Ventura, CA
Application will be available by Jan. 1. This event has raised over $5 million since inception for Southland organizations, scholarships & schools. In its 38th year, the Festival continues to delight with arts/crafts, food/beverages, music, kids amusements. Artisan spaces on concrete and asphalt. Spaces indoor & outdoor 6x10, 6x20, 10x10, 10x20. Park onsite and cart to space. Friday afternoon set-up mandatory. Electricity available for indoor spaces. Overnight security Friday night through Monday morning. Overnight parking Thursday night through Monday morning. Mandatory set up on Friday.
Morgan Hill Mushroom Festival
May 24 - 25, 2025
morganhillmushroomfestival.org
(775) 303-9550
Downtown Amphitheater & surrounding area - Morgan Hill, CA
Family fun festival featuring arts & crafts, gourmet food booths, chef demonstrations, Mushroom educational exhibit and display, live entertainment, acoustic stage, Street performers and strolling musicians, wine & beer gardens, Munchkinland for the kids and Business display booths.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - June
May 31 - June 2, 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.
California Watermelon Festival
June 7 - 8, 2025
watermelonfest.org
(818) 262-3114
Hansen Dam Soccer Complex - Lake View Terrace, CA
All about food! Deep Fried Watermelon, Watermelon Funnel Cake, Watermelon BBQ, Watermelon Soda, and Watermelon Kettle Korn! We will be the only event in the valley this summer! Join us for rides, games, food, shopping, beer, and awesome bands! The lineup is a mixture of fan favorites from past festivals and brand new acts. Everything from classic rock tributes to great original acts featuring latin, blues, funk, alt rock, indie rock, bluegrass, folk, big band, alternative, americana, rock, blues, and more!
Tahoe City Art by the Lake
June 13 - 15, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Boatworks Mall lawn - Tahoe City, CA
Application Avail. Jan. 1. Tahoe City Boatworks Mall is a marvelous host to our annual event. Held off Hwy 28 (N. Lake Blvd.) on lawn area beside Boatworks Mall with stunning lake views & adjacent to customer parking. Spaces: a few 4'x15', most 10x10/10x20 on grass, some on dirt. Half of the spaces have a slant to them. Overnight security. Evening set-up available the day prior to event start. No electricity. No overnight parking. Up to 35 artist spaces.
Laguna Art-A-Fair Summer Festival
June 27 - August 31, 2025
art-a-fair.com
(949) 842-3416
Festival Grounds - Laguna Beach, CA
A nine-week fine art festival open daily, June 27 – August 31, 2025. Laguna Art-A-Fair is consistently voted the best summer art festival in Laguna Beach, California – renowned for its art community. The festival features 113 artists from around the world. All types of fine art mediums are welcome!
Truckee Arts & Crafts Fair
July 4 - 6, 2025
greatamericancraftfairs.com
(775) 287-5208
Truckee River Regional Park - Truckee, CA
The Great Truckee Artisans Fair will feature a limit of 100 Juried vendors, 4 food booths and live music.
Morro Bay Art in the Park
July 4 - 6, 2025
(805) 440-8318
Morro Bay City Park - Morro Bay, CA
The second oldest fine art and fine craft show in the State of California. Beautiful setting in the quaint fishing village of Morro Bay, Ca. Situated 200 miles south of San Francisco and 200 miles north of Los Angeles. The best art show in San Luis Obispo county. Juried with high attendance. Sales are very strong. Very limited openings each year.
Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival
July 12 - 13, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 949-5282
Main and State Streets - Los Altos, CA
Application Open Jan 1. Opening Night concert, Saturday 5-7pm. On the second weekend of July, Downtown Los Altos will host one of the largest two-day, events in the Bay Area. The highly rated Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival showcases the distinctive handcrafted works of artists and craftspeople from more than a dozen states. The Festival also features select vintages from local wineries as well as a wide variety of foods including Thai, Chinese, Mexican, All-American favorites like sausages, hot links and roasted corn, sweets of all kinds, and more. Enjoy free concerts.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - July
July 12 - 14, 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.
Graeagle Arts and Crafts Fair
July 19 - 20, 2025
greatamericancraftfairs.com
(775) 287-5208
Town Park - Graeagle, CA
Our booths feature only quality, handmade crafts and fine art by the exhibitors. Nothing is imported! While your at the fair, you can relax to the sounds of live music, and enjoy an assortment of food and beverages at the nearby specialty booths. Be sure to mark your calendars, and make our family tradition a part of yours!
Central Coast Renaissance Festival
July 19 - 20, 2025
CCRenFaire.com
(805) 441-4711
Laguna Lake Park - San Luis Obispo, CA
Step into the year 1585 Queen Elizabeth I was England's magnificent monarch. This is the age of legendary characters like William Shakespeare, Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Francis Drake, and a host of famous Dukes, rogues, and scoundrels whom you'll see about the village. Remember to remove your hat as Her Majesty parades through the streets of Tilbury with her stunning Royal Court, accompanied by her handsome foot soldiers and handmaidens.
Mammoth Lakes Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair
July 25 - 27, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Kittredge Sports - Mammoth Lakes, CA
Application Available Jan. 1. Experience the spectacular Sierra Mountains at this annual Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair. The beautiful landscape and simplicity of life are what draw tourists back each year providing good sales for this event. Spaces are 10x10 or 10x20 on pavement. Afternoon set-up available the day prior to event start. No security. Limited electricity. Overnight parking for van-sized vehicles within the site. 40 artist spaces.
San Luis Obispo Art in the Park
August 2 - 3, 2025
(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 Morro Bay Art in the Park and Paso Robles Art in the Park in San Luis Obispo County.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - August
August 2 - 4, 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.
Fine Art in the Park
August 9 - 10, 2025
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 50th 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 50th art show for two days of sunshine and festivities, including live music, food, wine, and beer. Vendors check back after February 1st of 2025 for updated applications. Over $600,000 in art sales each year.
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
August 23 - 24, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Downtown - Palo Alto, CA
Application Opens Jan 1! This high-quality multifaceted art celebration in downtown Palo Alto along University Avenue features 250 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian Street Painters, stage and street entertainment. As you stroll the event enjoy some tasty foods, fine wines and micro-brews. Public transit and free parking make visiting the free-admission festival easy and convenient.
Summer Fest Venice Beach
August 30 - 31, 2025
sunsetliveshows.com
(562) 277-7174
Venice Beach Park Main Center Square - Venice Beach, CA
The Original Summer break is back. Get ready to dance and eat at the best Food Truck Show. Everyone Can Participate - friends, family, tourists - in the Creation of the Summer Break 11 am to 9 pm, with food, music, and shopping. *Vendors FOOD TRUCK, Fun, live concerts, Uplifting and educational activities *Games & Crafts. Schools, Organizations, Businesses, Families, Individuals, and leaders. Do your own uplifting things as we bring to the homeless, This shows off the best of The Southland's Beaches.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - September
September 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.
California Statewide Call For Artists
October 4 - 19, 2025
californiawelcomecenter.com
(760) 365-5464
California Welcome Center - Yucca Valley, CA Or Online at californiawelcomecenter.com
The California Welcome Center in Yucca Valley is now accepting applications for the 7th annual Statewide Art Contest! Categories in the competition are Paintings, Photography, Mixed Media, and People's Choice. One winner will be chosen in each of our 4 categories to showcase and sell their artwork in the Yucca Valley California Welcome Center for 12 months (October dates coincide with Art Tours). Winners will have their art seen by tens of thousands of visitors coming to Yucca Valley. Contest is for Wall-hung art only with the theme being “California”. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and a California Resident.
The Box SF Artists and Makers Fair - October
October 4 - 6, 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.
San Carlos Art & Wine Faire
October 11 - 12, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 802-4127
San Carlos Avenue and Laurel Street - San Carlos, CA
Applications Open Jan 1! Sponsored by the City of San Carlos, this Faire attracts huge crowds who come to take in the sights, sounds and tastes of this annual event featuring fine arts and crafts, wine and beer, food, specialty pre-packaged food, live entertainment and a family fun zone. Spaces are 5x10, 5x20, 10x10 or 10x20 on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight parking. 225 artist spaces.
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
October 18 - 19, 2025
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 726-9652
Historic Main Street between Mill Street and Monte Vista Lane - Half Moon Bay, CA
Application open Jan 1! The world-famous Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival is the season's big event, drawing hordes to the “World Pumpkin Capital” for a fun-filled festival on historic Main Street. This year's festival hosts fine arts & crafts booths, live entertainment, parade, pumpkin related activities, food, beer & wine. Spaces are 5x10, 5x30, 10x10, 10x20 on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight street parking. 250 artist spaces.
Paso Robles Art in the Park
November 8 - 9, 2025
(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.
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.
Events in Grass Valley, CA — upcoming
April 26, 2025
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 26 - 27, 2025
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 2 - 4, 2025
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 21 - 26, 2025
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 12 - 15, 2025
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 9am-11pm, Fri 9am-11pm, Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-7pm. Admission tickets are $tba. This event will also include: children's program, workshops, luthiers pavilion.
June - July 2025 (dates not updated)
Summerfest
Various Locations, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 5/6/2024
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.
June 12 - July 10, 2025
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 .
August 6 - 10, 2025
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 All Days 10am-11pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $12.
September 6, 2025
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 2025 (dates not updated)
Art at the Classic (At the Draft Horse Classic)
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 6/14/2024
This California Art Competition will have fine art exhibitors and no food booths.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Draft Horse Classic and Harvest Fair
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 7/16/2024
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 4pm-7pm, Fri 12pm-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.
October 2025 (dates not updated)
California Worldfest
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 5/1/2024
This California Music Festival will have crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 17 food booths. There will be 7 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be See Website For Full Schedule. Admission tickets are $100 - $230.
November - December 2025 (dates not updated)
Country Christmas Faire
Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 7/16/2024
This California Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 8 food booths. Admission tickets are $5.
November - December 2025 (dates not updated)
Cornish Christmas Celebration - November
Downtown, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 10/9/2024
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 . This event will also include visit with santa.
November - December 2025 (dates not updated)
Cornish Christmas Celebration - December
Downtown, Grass Valley, CA
Status: Updated 9/20/2024
This California Holiday Celebration will have commercial/retail, 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.
