California's Pacific Fine Arts Festivals

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2026 Festivals

BELMONT: Belmont Sidewalk Fine Arts Festival 
March 21-22, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Carlmont Village Shopping Center
Belmont, California
Handcrafted Originals Art Fair arrives in this picturesque town. The event is set among the Shopping Center's charming covered walks and takes place from  each day featuring more than 20 celebrated artists on hand, giving visitors the opportunity to browse and buy unique, original pieces ranging from paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry and much more.

OAKLAND: Montclair Village Art Walk April 25-26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Montclair Village Shopping District (on Mountain Blvd. at La Salle)
Oakland, California
montclairvillage.com
Montclair Village Art Walk, located in the hills of Oakland showcases 65 independent artists from all over the western United States sharing their inspired craftsmanship.

SARATOGA: Saratoga Rotary Art Show May 2-3, 2026, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
West Valley College campus
14000 Fruitvale Avenue
Saratoga, CA
saratogarotaryartshow.org
125+ Artists, Live musical performances, Food vendors, Beer, Mimosa & Wine, Nonprofit showcase, Children's art activities

VENTURA: California Strawberry Festival May 16-17, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Ventura County Fairgrounds
10 W. Harbor Blvd.
Ventura, California
castrawberryfestival.org
California Strawberry Festival celebrates the region's rich agricultural heritage each day while raising funds for numerous Southland charities. There will be 250 arts and crafts booths, specialty pre-packaged food vendors, a children's area, and live entertainment.

SUNNYVALE: Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival June 6 & 7, 2026
Downtown Sunnyvale
W. Washington Ave. at S. Murphy Ave.
Sunnyvale, CA
sunnyvaleartandwine.com
Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
200+ top West Coast artists, live music, exceptional food, and family-friendly activities, all set within a vibrant festival layout redesigned from the ground up.

TAHOE CITY:  Father’s Day Weekend Art by the Lake Tahoe City June 19, 20 & 21, 2026, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tahoe City, CA!
Boatworks Mall
760 N. Lake Boulevard|
Hwy 28
boatworksatlaketahoe.com
30 artisans showcasing photography, paintings, ceramics, jewelry and more in an open grassy area overlooking stunning Lake Tahoe between the Boatworks Mall and the Tahoe City Marina.

LOS ALTOS: Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival July 11-12, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Downtown Los Altos
Main and State Streets between First & Edith
Los Altos, California
downtownlosaltos.org
300 participating artisans and their handcrafted works. The event also includes a variety of live entertainment on three stages spanning genres such as jazz, rock, reggae, country and the oldies. There's also a KIDZONE with children's entertainers, interactive activities and hands-on arts. 

MAMMOTH LAKES: Mammoth Lake Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair July 24-26, 2026, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kittredge Sports (Highway 203/Main Street)
Mammoth Lakes, California
kittredgesports.com
Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair in a beautiful mountain resort features 40 artisans from throughout the western United States  showcasing their unique designs in paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography, wearables and more.  Majestic background of the Sierra Nevada mountains.

PALO ALTO: Palo Alto Festival of the Arts August 22 & 23, 2026, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
downtown Palo Alto
University Avenue between High and Webster Streets
Palo Alto, CA
paloaltochamber.com/ festival-of-the-arts/
250 fine artists and crafters whose work you’ll see only at a few select shows on the West Coast. The Italian Street Painting Expo creating larger-than-life works of art with chalk on Tasso Street.

SAN CARLOS: San Carlos Art & Wine Faire October 10-11, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
San Carlos Avenue between Laurel Street and Elm and along Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue to Arroyo
San Carlos, CA
sancarlosartandwinefaire.com
Ceramics, paintings, photography, wood working, wearables and  more on display from 225 quality artists and crafters. Enjoy fine wines and microbrews, delicious foods, entertainment and the Family Fun Zone wit hands-on activities for the kids.
Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce

HALF MOON BAY: Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival October 17-18, 2026, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Main Street (between Kelly Avenue and Spruce Street)
Half Moon Bay, California
pumpkinfest.miramarevents.com
260 arts and crafts booths, a special display of giant pumpkins, three stages of live entertainment, the Great Pumpkin Parade,  the gargantuan grand champion mega-gourd,  Farmer Mike sculpting monster pumpkin masterpieces, pie-eating and costume contests, pumpkin carving for fun, the Take 5 Lounge, Made on the Coast  local artists block with art and live music, an organic and green products showcase, health and wellness displays.  Admission is free.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.