Gifts 'N Tyme Holiday Faire
November 22 - 24, 2024
eckerstromproductions.com
(530) 347-8040
Napa Valley Expo, Chardonnay Hall - Napa, CA
This is the 50th year for Napa's most popular and well-attended Holiday Faire, which features handmade crafts, art, gourmet foods, holiday pieces, & baked goods. Christmas decorations are required for all displays; holiday background music. Parking & admission are free; downtown trolley stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes.
Desert Arts Festival - November
November 29 - December 1, 2024
(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 set up and overnight security. Admission and parking are free. The hours are from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Muir Beach Holiday Arts Fair
December 7 - 8, 2024
muirbeachartsfair.com
(415) 595-7411
Muir Beach Community Center - Muir Beach, CA
For over 40 years the MB Holiday Arts Fair, featuring 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 14 - 15, 2024
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.
La Quinta Art Celebration - Spring
February 27 - March 2, 2025
laquintaartcelebration.org
(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.
New Living Expo
May 9 - 11, 2025
(415) 382-8300
Marin Civic Center - San Rafael, California, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Events in Nevada City, CA — upcoming
December 2024 (dates not updated)
Nevada City Craft Fair - Winter
Miners Foundry, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 11/19/2023
This California Indie Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
December 2024 (dates not updated)
Nevada City Craft Fair
Miners Foundry, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 12/12/2023
This California Indie Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
December 8 - 22, 2024
Victorian Christmas
Downtown, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 12/29/2023
This California Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 14 food booths. There will be 8 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sun 1:30pm-6pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed 5pm-9pm, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun 1:30pm-6pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed 5pm-9pm, Thu closed, Fri closed, Sat closed, Sun 1:30pm-6pm.
February 2025 (dates not updated)
Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade and Street Faire
Downtown, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 1/14/2024
This California Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail and crafts exhibitors, and local food booths.
February 2025 (dates not updated)
Wild & Scenic Film Festival
several historic venues, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 12/5/2023
This California Film Festival will have no exhibit booths and no food booths. There will be 1 stage with International talent and the hours will be Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 9am-11pm, Sun 9am-6pm, Mon 7pm-11pm. Admission tickets are $8 - $150. This event will also include: art, speakers, workshops, food, wine stroll.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Fourth of July Parade
Downtown Nevada City, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
This California Holiday Celebration will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 3 food booths. Admission tickets are $10 - $20.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Summer Nights in Nevada City
Downtown Nevada City, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 2/13/2024
This California Craft Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Roamin Angels Car Show
Gold Country Classic Cars, Nevada City, CA
Status: Updated 7/31/2024
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 $10. This event will also include: car show, raffles, poker walk, gravity drags, nevada county fencing demo.
