Festivals in Modesto, CA.
Festivals, Festival Concerts, Trade Shows
California Statewide Call For Artists
October 1 - 30, 2026
californiawelcomecenter.com/art-contest-intro
(760) 365-5464
California Welcome Center - Yucca Valley, CA Or Online at californiawelcomecenter.com/art-contest-intro
The California Welcome Center in Yucca Valley is now accepting applications for the 8th 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.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Santa Rosa
November 6 - 7, 2026
harvestfestival.com
(925) 506-0024
Sonoma County Fairgrounds - Santa Rosa, CA
CALLING ALL ARTISTS & MAKERS! Bring your creativity. Bring your passion. Bring what YOU make! The Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Shows are looking for talented NEW artists and makers to join one of the West's most celebrated handmade shopping traditions! For more than 50 years, Harvest has connected incredible creators with thousands of shoppers searching for unique, handcrafted, one-of-a-kind products. Now it's YOUR turn! Get your work in front of enthusiastic shoppers, grow your following, and become part of the Harvest family. APPLY TODAY — LET'S MAKE SOMETHING AMAZING TOGETHER!
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.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - San Jose
November 13 - 15, 2026
harvestfestival.com
(925) 506-0024
Santa Clara County Fairgrounds - San Jose, CA
CALLING ALL ARTISTS & MAKERS! Bring your creativity. Bring your passion. Bring what YOU make! The Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Shows are looking for talented NEW artists and makers to join one of the West's most celebrated handmade shopping traditions! For more than 50 years, Harvest has connected incredible creators with thousands of shoppers searching for unique, handcrafted, one-of-a-kind products. Now it's YOUR turn! Get your work in front of enthusiastic shoppers, grow your following, and become part of the Harvest family. APPLY TODAY — LET'S MAKE SOMETHING AMAZING TOGETHER!
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Sacramento
November 20 - 22, 2026
harvestfestival.com
(925) 506-0024
Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA
CALLING ALL ARTISTS & MAKERS! Bring your creativity. Bring your passion. Bring what YOU make! The Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Shows are looking for talented NEW artists and makers to join one of the West's most celebrated handmade shopping traditions! For more than 50 years, Harvest has connected incredible creators with thousands of shoppers searching for unique, handcrafted, one-of-a-kind products. Now it's YOUR turn! Get your work in front of enthusiastic shoppers, grow your following, and become part of the Harvest family. APPLY TODAY — LET'S MAKE SOMETHING AMAZING TOGETHER!
Palm Springs Art Festival - November
November 21 - 22, 2026
zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=14620
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Art Festival - Frances Stevens Park The Palm Springs Art Festivals are intimate outdoor fine art events featuring 60 artist booths at each show. These boutique festivals highlight a diverse mix of contemporary fine art, including clay, glass, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, and sculpture. Hosted by West Coast Artists since 1987, the festivals are held at beautiful Frances Stevens Park in the heart of Palm Springs. Admission: Free Parking: Free Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Saturday & Sunday These long‑running events offer a relaxed, high‑quality art experience for collectors, locals, and visitors alike.
Desert Arts Festival - November
November 27 - 29, 2026
westcoastartists.com
(818) 813-4478
The River at Rancho Mirage - Rancho Mirage, CA
One hundred accomplished artists will display their original artwork in all mediums of fine art and fine craft at the 38th annual Desert Art Festival at The River at Rancho Mirage. Fifty percent of the artists are returning and 50% will be new artists. Loading and unloading are easy, and there will be a prior day setup and overnight security. Admission and parking are free. The hours are from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Pomona
December 4 - 6, 2026
harvestfestival.com
(925) 506-0024
Fairplex – Expo 4 - Pomona, CA
CALLING ALL ARTISTS & MAKERS! Bring your creativity. Bring your passion. Bring what YOU make! The Harvest Festival® Original Art & Craft Shows are looking for talented NEW artists and makers to join one of the West's most celebrated handmade shopping traditions! For more than 50 years, Harvest has connected incredible creators with thousands of shoppers searching for unique, handcrafted, one-of-a-kind products. Now it's YOUR turn! Get your work in front of enthusiastic shoppers, grow your following, and become part of the Harvest family. APPLY TODAY — LET'S MAKE SOMETHING AMAZING TOGETHER!
Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair
December 5 - 6, 2026
muirbeachartsfair.com
(415) 595-7411
Muir Beach Community Center - Muir Beach, CA
For over 50 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.
Santa's Helpers Napa
December 12 - 13, 2026
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. Actively accepting food vendors for the main food kitchen.
Palm Springs Art Festival - January
January 16 - 17, 2027
WestCoastArtists.com
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
The Palm Springs Art Festival 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.
Palm Springs Art Festival - February
February 6 - 7, 2027
WestCoastArtists.com
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
The Palm Springs Art Festival 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.
Desert Arts Festival - February
February 12 - 14, 2027
westcoastartists.com
(818) 813-4478
The River at Rancho Mirage - Rancho Mirage, CA
The festival will feature artists displaying their own original work in all mediums of fine art and fine craft. Artists will be present to discuss their work. All artwork is available for purchase. Artwork on display will include paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramic, glass, wood, metal, mixed media, digital, jewelry, and an array of handmade treasures. The event has ample free parking and free admission.
Palm Springs Fine Art Festival - March
March 6 - 7, 2027
westcoastartists.com
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - 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
March 20 - 21, 2027
WestCoastArtists.com
(818) 813-4478
Frances Stevens Park - Palm Springs, CA
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 - 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. Admission and parking are free.
Paso Robles Art in the Park - April
April 17 - 18, 2027
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. 125 high quality artists and craft designers from 4 western states exhibit at this show.
Events in Modesto, CA — upcoming
February 2027 (dates not updated)
Modesto Spring Home and Improvement Show
Modesto Centre Plaza, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 12/27/2025
This California Home and Garden Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and local food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
March 2027 (dates not updated)
Modesto Wedding Festival
DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 1/23/2026
This California Bridal-Wedding will have commercial/retail, corp./information and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. Admission tickets are $20. This event will also include: fashion show, wedding planning seminars, bridal gowns, tuxedos, tastings.
June 2027 (dates not updated)
American Graffiti Festival & Car Show
Modesto Junior College West Campus, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 10/26/2025
This California Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-3pm. Admission tickets are $10. This event will also include: car parade on friday night, june 12. credential pickup for car owners is june 12
September 2027 (dates not updated)
Chili & Ribs Cook-Off
VFW Post 3199 Memorial Hall, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 9/11/2026
This California Food Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-5pm. This event will also include: raffle, auction, chili tasting, dancing, no host bar, etc.
September 2027 (dates not updated)
Edible Extravaganza
Modesto Centre Plaza, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 9/6/2026
This California Festival will have no exhibit booths and 40 food booths. Admission tickets are $65 - $120.
October 2027 (dates not updated)
International Heritage Festival
Graceada Park, Modesto, CA
Status: Updated 10/1/2026
This California Festival will have no exhibit booths and 10 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-4pm. This event will also include children's crafts area; heritage displays.
