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 Santa Barbara, CA — upcoming
November 22 - 24, 2024
Santa Barbara Antique Show
Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 10/21/2024
This California Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail and flea market exhibitors, and 1 food booth. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
December 13 - 15, 2024
Gem Faire / Santa Barbara
Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 4/29/2024
This California Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
February 12 - 14, 2025
Festforums
Mar Monte Hotel, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 8/13/2024
This California Conference will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and no food booths. There will be 2 stages with National talent and the hours will be Wed 12pm-10pm, Thu 9am-10pm, Fri 9am-2pm. Admission tickets are $300 - $600. This event will also include: festforums award shows, concert.
April 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Earth Day
Alameda Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 1/31/2024
This California Green Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be 3 stages with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-5pm.
April - May 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Fair and Expo
Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 1/29/2024
This California State Fair will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 14 food booths. There will be 3 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Thu 4pm-9pm, Fri 4pm-10pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm, Mon closed, Tue closed, Wed closed, Thu closed, Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm. Admission tickets are $5 - $10. This event will also include carnival.
May 23 - 25, 2025
Gem Faire
Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 9/24/2024
This California Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
May 2025 (dates not updated)
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
Santa Barbara Mission, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 3/10/2024
This California Ethnic Festival will have fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and tba food booths. There will be Roving Performers with Regional talent and the hours will be All Days 10am-6pm.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Spring Home & Garden Expo
Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 3/24/2024
This California Home and Garden Show will have commercial/retail exhibitors and no food booths.
June 20 - 22, 2025
Summer Solstice Parade & Festival
Alameda Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 10/9/2024
This California Music Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 15 food booths. There will be 2 stages with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 4pm-9pm, Sat 12pm-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm. This event will also include: parade, festival & children's festival.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Lavender Festival
Great Meadow at Santa Barbara City College, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 1/25/2024
This California Festival will have crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 7 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm.
June 2025 (dates not updated)
Lucidity Festival
Live Oak Campground, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 1/5/2024
This California Festival will have commercial/retail, crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 3 stages with International, National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 9am-2am, Sat 9am-2:30am, Sun 9am-. Admission tickets are $100 - $550. This event will also include: workshops, interactive installations, fee free healing, childrens' zone, permaculture, eco.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort & Chase Palm Park Oceanside, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 4/25/2024
This California Wine-Beer Event will have fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 20 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Fri 6:30pm-9pm, Sat 1pm-4pm. Admission tickets are $70 - $230.
July 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Antique Show - July
Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 5/13/2024
This California Antiques Collectibles Show will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $6 - $8.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Gem Faire / Santa Barbara
Earl Warren Showgrounds/Exhibit Hall, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 4/29/2024
This California Gem-Jewelry-Bead Show will have antique/collectibles and commercial/retail exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $7.
August 2025 (dates not updated)
Pacific Pride Festival
Chase Palm Park, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 6/13/2024
This California Festival will have antique/collectibles, commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, film, fine art, fine craft, flea market and homegrown products exhibitors, and 2 food booths. There will be 1 stage with National, Regional and Local talent and the hours will be Sat 11am-7pm.
September 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Sea Glass and Ocean Arts Festival
Elks Lodge Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 12/5/2023
This California Festival will have fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and no food booths. Admission tickets are $5 - $7. This event will also include: speakers, classes, treasure contest.
October 2025 (dates not updated)
Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival
Santa Barbara Harbor, Santa Barbara, CA
Status: Updated 6/19/2024
This California Food Festival will have corp./information and crafts exhibitors, and 14 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 10am-5pm.
