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Festivals, Holiday Celebrations

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.

The Forty-Nineth OC Home & Pet Fest

October 10 - 11, 2026

(801) 599-6664

OC Fair & Event Center - Costa Mesa, CA

This annual event is the longest running home show in all of California. We draw our audience from the highest income area of Orange County. We have exclusive features in our Fall Show that brings qualified, engaged attendees to this event ready to begin their home improvement project. With over 80% of homes having a pet, guests will find everything about pets and their care. See Strut Your Mutt, Pet Fashion Shows, & Pet Care. The first 100 attendees each day receive a free gift, Hourly DIY Seminars taught by experts in each industry offers guests a chance to learn how they can improve on their plans and even do some of the labor themselves.

San Carlos Art & Wine Faire

October 10 - 11, 2026

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 10x10 or 10x20 (and very few 5x10, 5x20)on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight parking. 210 artist spaces.

Art, For Heaven's Sake! Fine Arts Festival

October 16 - 18, 2026

artforheavenssake.org

(909) 633-3210

Redlands United Church of Christ - Redlands, CA

Art, for Heaven's Sake! is a three-day annual art festival held in historic Redlands, California on the grounds and gardens of the Redlands United Church of Christ. This premier art festival of the Inland Empire features 80-plus artists representing a wide variety of media, including acrylics, photography, watercolor, oils, stained glass, jewelry, pottery, and metal sculpture. The Redlands United Church of Christ holds this event to support the arts and the community.

Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - San Diego

October 16 - 17, 2026

harvestfestival.com

(925) 506-0024

Hangar 858 - San Diego, CA

The San Diego Harvest Festival® has a new home! Formerly held at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, we have moved just 16 miles south to Hangar 858 in San Diego, bringing a fresh, modern energy to the Harvest tradition. CALLING ALL ARTISTS & MAKERS! Bring your creativity. Bring your passion. Bring what YOU make! The Harvest Festival® is looking for talented NEW artists 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! LET'S MAKE SOMETHING AMAZING TOGETHER!

Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival

October 17 - 18, 2026

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 (one each: 5x10, 5x30) 10x10, 10x20 on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight street parking. 240 artist spaces.

Calabasas Pumpkin Festival

October 18, 2026

calabasaspumpkinfestival.com

(818) 880-6461

Juan Bautista De Anza Park - Calabasas, CA

Applications open in July. Don't miss our family event celebrating the pumpkin! Admission includes inflatables, animal shows, contests, live music, and entertainment. Vendors will be on-site selling delicious food & pumpkin treats, Halloween & other Marketplace items, and pumpkin pies.

Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Pleasanton

October 23 - 25, 2026

harvestfestival.com

(925) 506-0024

Alameda County Fairgrounds - Buildings A & B - Pleasanton, 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 - 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.