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 San Jose, CA — upcoming
November 23, 2024
Lynbrook Holiday Craft Faire
Lynbrook High School, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 8/12/2024
This California Holiday Celebration will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 1 food booth. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 9am-4pm. This event will also include: hot food, bake sale, live music performed by the students, artwork.
November 30 - December 28, 2024
Yuletide Holiday Show
Winchester Mystery House, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 10/10/2024
This California Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, crafts, film, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $10.
January 3 - December 29, 2024
San Jose Flea Market
San Jose Flea Market Pavilion, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 1/2/2024
This California Flea Market will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts and flea market exhibitors, and no food booths.
March 2025 (dates not updated)
San Jose Wedding Festival -The Bridal Show With a Pulse
Doubletree by Hilton San Jose Airport, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 1/9/2024
This California Bridal-Wedding will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sun 11am-3pm. Admission tickets are $15. This event will also include: fashion show, tastings, vendors, live entertainment.
May - June 2025 (dates not updated)
San Jose Greek Festival
Saint Nickolaus Church, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 4/25/2024
This California Ethnic Festival will have crafts exhibitors and local food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-8pm. Admission tickets are $5.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
San Jose Juneteenth Festival
Downtown, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 5/6/2024
This California Ethnic Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 12pm-7pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $12. This event will also include: kids expo, retail marketplace, info zone.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Music in the Park - June
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 5/24/2024
This California Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 5pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $25 - $75.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Makers Market at Santana Row- a Craft Fair!
Santana Row Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 3/28/2024
This California Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-6pm. This event will also include live music.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Music in the Park - July
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 5/24/2024
This California Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $85.
July 27 - 28, 2025
Italian Family Festa
History Park San Jose, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 11/12/2024
This California Festival will have commercial/retail exhibitors and 12 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sun 11am-7pm, Mon 11am-5pm. This event will also include: grape stomping, culinary stage, wine tasting garden, cultural tent, kid's zone.
July - August 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Clara County Fair
Fairgrounds, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 4/16/2024
This California State Fair will have commercial/retail, corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and tba food booths. Admission tickets are $tba.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest
Downtown San Jose, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 10/10/2023
This California Jazz Music Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 45 food booths. There will be 10 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 12pm-11pm, Sun 12pm-8pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $250. This event will also include: jazz mass, jazz jam, jazz club.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Music in the Park - August
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 5/24/2024
This California Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $35 - $85.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Assyrian Food Festival
Assyrian Church of the East, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 6/7/2024
This California Food Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and flea market exhibitors, and local food booths. There will be 1 stage with International talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11:30am-9pm. This event will also include: music and entertainment already provided, kid zone, food.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Chamber BBQ
History San Jose Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 7/24/2024
This California Trade Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. Admission tickets are $80 - $100.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Music in the Park - September
Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 7/11/2024
This California Festival Concert will have no exhibit booths and tba food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat closed, Sun 4pm-10pm. Admission tickets are $50 - $200.
October 2025 (dates not updated)
Rock 'N' Roll San Jose Half Marathon Expo
San Jose McEnery Convention Center, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 8/6/2024
This California Sports Event will have commercial/retail and corp./information exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 5 stages with Local talent and the hours will be Fri 1pm-6pm, Sat 9am-5pm.
November 2025 (dates not updated)
Makers Market at Santana Row - November
Santana Row Park, San Jose, CA
Status: Updated 11/6/2024
This California Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm. This event will also include live music.
