Novato Festival of Art, Wine and Music
June 10 - 11, 2023
eckerstromproductions.com
(530) 347-8040
Downtown - Novato, CA
Art, Wine & Music Festival. Located in Historic Old Town Novato, Great music, kids area, beer and wine, and all of our wonderful arts and crafts vendors make this event an excellent opportunity!
King of the County Barbeque Challenge & Music Festival
June 16 - 18, 2023
countybbq.com
(925) 228-2345
Martinez Waterfront Park at the Marina - Martinez, CA
King of the County BBQ & Music Festival is excited to expand our festival to 3 days on the June 16-18 Father's Day Weekend in beautiful Waterfront Park in historic Downtown Martinez by the California Delta. We have added Friday (5-9pm) for a 3rd day in addition to Saturday (11am-8pm) and Father's Day Sunday (11am-6pm). This popular FREE community event offers fun for the entire family. King of the County draws 10,000+ attendees from all over the Diablo Valley, East Bay, Solano County and San Francisco Bay Area to enjoy BBQ, live music from top local bands, arts and crafts booths and commercial exhibitors, carnival rides, more eclectic.
California Watermelon Festival
June 17 - 18, 2023
watermelonfest.org
(818) 262-3114
Hansen Dam Soccer Complex - Lake View Terrace, CA
All about food! Deep Fried Watermelon, Watermelon Funnel Cake, Watermelon BBQ, Watermelon Soda, and Watermelon Kettle Korn! We will be the only event in the valley this summer! Join us for rides, games, food, shopping, beer, and awesome bands! The lineup is a mixture of fan favorites from past festivals and brand new acts. Everything from classic rock tributes to great original acts featuring latin, blues, funk, alt rock, indie rock, bluegrass, folk, big band, alternative, americana, rock, blues, and more!
The Crawdad Festival
June 17 - 18, 2023
thecrawdadfestival.com
(916) 767-8644
Main Street - Isleton, CA
The Crawdad Festival is a 2-day event, June 17-18, 2023. The event is focused around the authentic Louisiana food and music including Zydeco, Cajun, Blues, and Louisiana based Rock n' Roll. This crawfish and music oriented event draws upon the culture and cuisine of New Orleans and a feel of French Quarters for inspiration. With live entertainment and exciting activities, tons of crawfish, an array of international food and desserts, adult beverages and a festive atmosphere, this is a great event for all ages.
Summer Art Walk - June
June 24, 2023
monroviafinearts.org
(626) 222-5931
Downtown sidewalks - Monrovia, CA
Join us for an evening of art, music, and shopping! We're offering you a chance to stroll through Old Town with friends while listening to the delightful sounds of musical entertainment, meet up with friends, and sample Old Town's great shops and restaurants. A dozen professional artists and local students will demonstrate, display, and sell their work. MAFA hosts the event on the 400 & 500 blocks of South Myrtle Ave. June 24, July 29, and August 26. Discount when you book all three!!
Carlsbad Art in the Village
June 25, 2023
citygatesevents.com
(760) 945-3758
State and Grand Streets - Carlsbad, CA
Art in the Village features local and regional fine artists in the beautiful coastal Village of Carlsbad. Media include oil painting, watercolors, photography, mixed media, new media, classical and contemporary sculpture, as well as jewelry making, woodworking, pottery, hand-painted clothing and accessories. Enjoy live acoustic music, artist demos & instruction throughout the day!
Truckee Arts & Crafts Fair
July 1 - 2, 2023
greatamericancraftfairs.com
(775) 287-5208
Truckee River Regional Park - Truckee, CA
The Great Truckee Artisans Fair will feature a limit of 100 Juried vendors, 4 food booths and live music.
Jamboree Days
July 1, 2023
jamboreedays.com
(909) 338-2706
Downtown - Crestline, CA
A patriotic historic town parade, street vendors and fireworks, live music, artisan booths, food trucks, lake activities, and so much more!
Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival
July 8 - 9, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 949-5282
Main and State Streets - Los Altos, CA
Opening Night concert, Saturday 5-7pm. On the second weekend of July, Downtown Los Altos will host one of the largest two-day, events in the Bay Area. The highly rated Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival showcases the distinctive handcrafted works of artists and craftspeople from more than a dozen states. The Festival also features select vintages from local wineries as well as a wide variety of foods including Thai, Chinese, Mexican, All-American favorites like sausages, hot links and roasted corn, sweets of all kinds, and more. Enjoy free concerts.
Corks and Hops - July
July 8, 2023
crestlinechamber.org
(909) 338-2706
Lake Drive - Crestline, CA
Corks & Hops on the Hill is a wine and craft beer tasting festival in the mountain town of Crestline, California! Enjoy samples from craft breweries & wineries from across California, breathe in that fresh mountain air, listen to live music, shop from a curated artisan fair and grab a tasty meal or snack from our restaurants or food vendors.
Graeagle Arts and Crafts Fair
July 15 - 16, 2023
greatamericancraftfairs.com
(775) 287-5208
Town Park - Graeagle, CA
Our booths feature only quality, handmade crafts and fine art by the exhibitors. Nothing is imported! While your at the fair, you can relax to the sounds of live music, and enjoy an assortment of food and beverages at the nearby specialty booths. Be sure to mark your calendars, and make our family tradition a part of yours!
Central Coast Renaissance Festival
July 15 - 16, 2023
CCRenFaire.com
(805) 441-4711
Laguna Lake Park - San Luis Obispo, CA
Step into the year 1585 when 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 though the streets of Tilbury with her stunning Royal Court, accompanied by her handsome foot soldiers and hand maidens.
Mammoth Lakes Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair
July 28 - 30, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Kittredge Sports - Mammoth Lakes, CA
Experience the spectacular Sierra Mountains at this 49th annual Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair. The beautiful landscape and simplicity of life are what draw tourists back each year providing good sales for this event. Spaces are 10x10 or 10x20 on pavement. Afternoon set-up available the day prior to event start. No security. Limited electricity. Overnight parking for van-sized vehicles within the site. 40 artist spaces.
Ascension Music Festival: Sounds of Shasta
July 28 - 30, 2023
ascensionmusicfestival.com
(916) 500-8478
Mt Shasta Ski Park - Mccloud, CA
One of the most picturesque music venues on Earth. Full bars, many food options, chairlift rides, Casbah tents, On-Site Camping WOW
Summer Art Walk - July
July 29, 2023
monroviafinearts.org
(626) 222-5931
Downtown sidewalks - Monrovia, CA
Join us for an evening of art, music, and shopping! We're offering you a chance to stroll through Old Town with friends while listening to the delightful sounds of musical entertainment, meet up with friends, and sample Old Town's great shops and restaurants. A dozen professional artists and local students will demonstrate, display, and sell their work. MAFA hosts the event on the 400 & 500 blocks of South Myrtle Ave. June 24, July 29, and August 26. Discount when you book all THREE events.
Alameda Art & Wine Faire
July 29 - 30, 2023
eckerstromproductions.com
(530) 347-8040
Downtown - Alameda, CA
Art & Wine Festival with beer, wine, and music.
Artwalk @ Liberty Station
August 5 - 6, 2023
artwalksandiego.org/libertystation
(619) 615-1090
Arts District @ Liberty Station - San Diego, CA
Celebration of visual arts featuring the region's top artists. Visit with the artists and learn about their work while purchasing original works of art. The beautiful grassy park setting and festival atmosphere make this a most inviting event. Free admission and the many galleries and artist studios at the ARTS DISTRICT at Liberty Station attract thousands to spend the weekend at the festival. Abundant free parking in the district.
Corks and Hops - August
August 5, 2023
crestlinechamber.org
(909) 338-2706
Lake Drive - Crestline, CA
Corks & Hops First Saturdays on the Hill is a wine and craft beer tasting festival in the mountain town of Crestline, California! Enjoy samples from craft breweries & wineries from across California, breathe in that fresh mountain air, listen to live music, shop from a curated artisan fair and grab a tasty meal or snack from our restaurants or food vendors.
Tahoe City Art by the Lake
August 18 - 20, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Boatworks Mall lawn - Tahoe City, CA
Tahoe City Boatworks Mall is a marvelous host to our 13th annual event. Held off Hwy 28 (N. Lake Blvd.) on lawn area beside Boatworks Mall with stunning lake views & adjacent to customer parking. Spaces: a few 4'x15', most 10x10/10x20 on grass, some on dirt. Half of the spaces have a slant to them. Overnight security. Evening set-up available the day prior to event start. No electricity. No overnight parking. Up to 35 artist spaces.
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts
August 26 - 27, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(209) 267-4394
Downtown - Palo Alto, CA
This high-quality multifaceted art celebration in downtown Palo Alto along University Avenue features 250 fine art and contemporary craft displays, Italian Street Painters, Kids' Art Studio, sculpture plaza, stage and street entertainment. As you stroll the event enjoy some tasty foods, fine wines and micro-brews. Public transit and free parking make visiting the free-admission festival easy and convenient.
Bodega Seafood, Art and Wine Festival
August 26 - 27, 2023
bodegaseafoodfestival.com
(707) 824-8717
Watts Ranch - Bodega, CA
27th annual festival features a high quality art/craft fair, a fun festival in a beautiful location near the Sonoma Coast in the heart of wine country. Excellent entertainment on 3 stages, plenty of seafood, an expansive wine and micro-brewed beer tasting, and a well-juried art and fine craft marketplace. with less than 100 artisans. It gets a great crowd (9-10,000), many of whom are tourists and have money. This event is managed by people who have worked as craftspeople for many years, so we know what makes a quality festival.
Corks and Hops - September
September 2, 2023
crestlinechamber.org
(909) 338-2706
Lake Drive - Crestline, CA
Corks & Hops First Saturdays on the Hill is a wine and craft beer tasting festival in the mountain town of Crestline, California! Enjoy samples from craft breweries & wineries from across California, breathe in that fresh mountain air, listen to live music, shop from a curated artisan fair and grab a tasty meal or snack from our restaurants or food vendors.
Artwalk Carlsbad
September 9 - 10, 2023
artwalksandiego.org/carlsbad
(619) 615-1090
Armada Drive - Carlsbad, CA
ArtWalk Carlsbad is produce by the same team that brings Mission Federal ArtWalk to Little Italy each April and ArtWalk Liberty Station to Point Loma in August. This festival showcases some of the finest artists from Southern California and throughout the US and Mexico. The venue with its cool ocean breezes and sweeping vistas of the ocean provide a spectacular backdrop for art. music, food and fun in San Diego's affluent North County area.
Lafayette Art and Wine Festival
September 23 - 24, 2023
eckerstromproductions.com
(530) 347-8040
Mount Diablo Boulevard - Lafayette, CA
Art & Wine Festival in downtown Lafayette. One of our top events. Amazingly, this is our 26th year. Voted Best of the East Bay by Diablo Magazine for many years, this show boasts good attendance in an affluent area which make this an outstanding event by all accounts. This event continues to draw significant amounts of fine art, in addition to a variety of quality arts and crafts. It is a favorite among artists and attendees alike!
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Ventura
October 6 - 8, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
Ventura County Fairgrounds - San Miguel & San Nicolas Halls - Ventura, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
Monrovia Art in the Park & Chalkfest
October 7, 2023
monroviafinearts.org/events
(626) 394-7427
Library Park - Monrovia, CA
Monrovia Art in the Park Show and Chalkfest is a well-attended and received event in the community bringing in Fine Artists and Chalk Artists from around Southern California. This is a juried Fine Art and Chalk Art event, limited unusual and high-quality fine crafts are permitted. Folk Crafts and simple crafts are not permitted. $75 Early Bird Booth Fee, Increases to $100 after May 1.
San Carlos Art & Wine Faire
October 7 - 8, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 802-4129
San Carlos Avenue and Laurel Street - San Carlos, CA
Sponsored by the City of San Carlos, this Faire attracts huge crowds who come to take in the sights, sounds and tastes of this 31st annual event featuring fine arts and crafts, wine and beer, food, specialty pre-packaged food, live entertainment and a family fun zone. Spaces are 5x10, 5x20, 10x10 or 10x20 on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight parking. 150 artist spaces.
Cork & Hops - October
October 7, 2023
crestlinechamber.org
(909) 338-2706
Lake Drive - Crestline, CA
Corks & Hops First Saturdays on the Hill is a wine and craft beer tasting festival in the mountain town of Crestline, California! Enjoy samples from craft breweries & wineries from across California, breathe in that fresh mountain air, listen to live music, shop from a curated artisan fair and grab a tasty meal or snack from our restaurants or food vendors.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Del Mar
October 13 - 15, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
Del Mar Fairgrounds - Del Mar, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
Summer Fest Eighth
October 14 - 15, 2023
SUNSETLIVESHOWS.com
(562) 277-7174
Venice Beach - Los Angeles, CA
Summer Is beak year round in a new way Halloween theme. Get ready to dance and eat at the best Food Truck Show. Everyone Can Participate - friends, family, tourists - in the Creation of the Summer Break Parade Inside the Park It Starts very early TBA from 11 am to 9 pm, with food, music, and shopping. *Vendors FOOD TRUCK, Fun, live concerts, Uplifting & Educational activities *Games & Crafts. Schools, Organizations, Businesses, Families, Individuals, & Leaders. Do your own uplifting things as we bring to the homeless, This shows off the best of The Southland's Beaches.
Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
October 14 - 15, 2023
pacificfinearts.com
(650) 726-9652
Main Street Downtown - Half Moon Bay, CA
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 5x10, 5x40, 10x10, 10x20 on asphalt. Overnight security. No electricity. Overnight street parking. 250 artist spaces.
Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival
October 21, 2023
harborfestival.org
(805) 564-5525
Santa Barbara Harbor - Santa Barbara, CA
The annual Harbor and Seafood Festival, held in October, draws thousands of people to the Waterfront to enjoy delicious seafood like fresh lobster and barbecued albacore, uni, clam chowder, plus a host of other seafood treats and marine-related information and demonstrations. Live entertainment to enjoy throughout the day! And the beautiful and creative Arts & Crafts that are offered for sale, so you can take them home to enjoy all year! NO Pets please!!
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Pleasanton
October 27 - 29, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
Alameda County Fairgrounds - Buildings A & B - Pleasanton, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
Winterfaire Craft Show
November 4 - 5, 2023
craftguildofnevadacounty.org
(530) 863-5641
Nevada County Fairgrounds - Grass Valley, CA
Craft Guild of Nevada County's Winterfaire Craft Show is returning to the Nevada Couty Fairgrounds on November 4th and 5th 2023. Winterfaire Craft Show is the longest-running craft show in Nevada County. We are now accepting Vendor Applications. 10' X 10' spaces: Non-members $125.00 Members $60.00 Vendor deadline is October 1st, 2023. For more information on becoming a member visit our website.
Winterland Holiday Mart
November 10 - 11, 2023
WINTERLAND HOLIDAY MART
(760) 831-4187
Eastern Sierra Tri County FairGrounds - Bishop, CA
Kick off the holidays with an evening and full day of shopping. Join our collection of local and regional merchants, artisans, and professional crafters, offering a unique and inspired holiday assortment of gifts for all ages.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - San Mateo
November 10 - 12, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
San Mateo County Event Center - San Mateo, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Sacramento
November 17 - 19, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
Cal Expo - Sacramento, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
Gifts 'N Tyme Holiday Faire
November 17 - 19, 2023
eckerstromproductions.com
(530) 347-8040
Napa Valley Expo, Chardonnay Hall - Napa, CA
This is the 49th year for Napa's most popular and well attended Holiday Faire, which features handmade crafts, art, gourmet foods, holiday pieces, & baked goods. Christmas decorations required for all displays; holiday background music. Parking & admission are free; downtown trolley stops in front of the Expo every 20 minutes.
Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show - Pomona
December 1 - 3, 2023
harvestfestival.com
(925) 392-7300
Fairplex – Expo 4 - Pomona, CA
Now in our 51st year, the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show is known as one of the West Coast's premiere art & craft shows. See some of the nation's most talented artisans & shop thousands of handmade arts & crafts. You will find beautiful wall art, photography, sculptures, ceramics, glasswork, metalwork, hand-turned wood, jewelry, clothing, unique home decor, specialty food, and much, much more.
New Living Expo
April 19 - 21, 2024
newlivingexpo.com
(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.
Events in Tehachapi, CA — upcoming
June 10 - 11, 2023
Makers Market- June
Railroad Park, Tehachapi, CA
Status: Updated 4/27/2023
This California Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. This event will also include free shoppers raffle.
August 19 - 20, 2023
Tehachapi Mountain Festival
Philip Marx Central Park, Tehachapi, CA
Status: Updated 2/14/2023
This California Festival will have commercial/retail, corp./information, crafts, fine art, fine craft and homegrown products exhibitors, and 12 food booths. There will be 1 stage with Local talent and the hours will be Sat 6pm-11pm, Sun 10am-5pm. This event will also include: parade, rodeo, pet parade, car show, pancake breakfast, carnival.
August 19 - 20, 2023
Artisan Festival - August
Railroad Park, Tehachapi, CA
Status: Updated 4/27/2023
This California Craft Show will have crafts, fine art and fine craft exhibitors, and 5 food booths. This event will also include: parade, raffle, mountain festival going on all weekend as well.
