Pacific Fine Arts Festivals & Events

Fine Arts and Crafts festivals throughout California showcase works from award-winning artists across the nation

BELMONT: March 21-22, 2026 Handcrafted Originals Art Fair
Belmont, California - Carlmont Village Shopping Center springs to life when the  returns to this picturesque town. The event is set among the Shopping Center's charming covered walks and takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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:  April 25-26, 2026 Montclair Village Art Walk, Oakland, California -  located in the hills of Oakland in the Montclair Village Shopping District (on Mountain Blvd. at La Salle), continues to be among the most popular community events showcasing 50 independent artists from all over the western United States sharing their inspired craftsmanship from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days.

SARATOGA: May 2-3, 2026, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saratoga, California - The Rotary Club of Saratoga Fine Arts Show. West Valley College is the event's beautiful setting for 125 fine arts and fine hand crafts booths set along the campus walkways creating a stunning open-air gallery for this Fine Arts show. Art lovers will shop while strolling to light music and enjoying specialty beers/wines or take a respite with tasty on-site food trucks and the fun kids activities corner. Location: West Valley College campus, 14000 Fruitvale Avenue, Saratoga, CA. Free, saratogarotaryartshow.org

VENTURA: May 16-17, 2026  California Strawberry Festival celebrates the region's rich agricultural heritage, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, while raising funds for numerous Southland charities. The event will be held at the Ventura County Fairgrounds with over 100 arts and crafts booths, and the ever-popular strawberry-inspired treats like build-your-own strawberry shortcakes, chocolate-covered strawberries, strawberry beer, and more. Plus, over 40 food vendors, live music and entertainment.

SUNNYVALE: Art & Wine Festival June 6-7, 2026
 Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m; Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
W. Washington Ave. at S. Murphy Ave., Downtown Sunnyvale, CA
Free admission, sunnyvalesunnyvaleartandwine.come
Re-imagined experience in the heart of downtown Sunnyvale. This milestone edition brings together 200+ of the West Coast's top artists, live music, exceptional food, and family-friendly activities, all set within a vibrant festival layout redesigned from the ground up.

TAHOE CITY: June 19-21, 2026 Tahoe City Art by the Lake Tahoe City, CA

LOS ALTOS: July 11-12, 2026 The Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival takes place Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day with an opening night concert taking place Saturday from 5-7 p.m. Downtown Los Altos will host one of the largest two-day events in the Bay Area, celebrating its 45th year and showcasing 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. It's a great event for the whole family with activities and entertainment for children all weekend in the Kidzone. Enjoy free concerts from performers each day.  Los Altos, California - 

MAMMOTH LAKES: July 24-26, 2026 Mammoth Lakes, California - The Open Air Arts & Crafts Fair is set in this beautiful mountain resort town at Kittredge Sports (Highway 203/Main Street) and plays host to the craftsmanship of 40 artisans showcasing their unique designs in paintings, ceramics, jewelry, photography, wearables and more. The event, celebrating its 50th year, takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day.

PALO ALTO: August 22-23, 2026, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Palo Alto Festival of the Arts is well-known for showcasing high-quality art. It's an open-air gallery along tree-lined University Avenue. This anticipated event features 250 talented, creative artisans and includes diverse elements including sidewalk piano virtuosos, Italian Street Painting, hands-on kids' art activities, delicious food selections and alcoholic beverage varieties. Palo Alto, California

SAN CARLOS: San Carlos Art & Wine Faire October 10-11, 2026
San Carlos, California - Sponsored by the City of San Carlos
Huge crowds come to take in the sites, sounds and tastes of this annual event featuring 150 arts and crafts booths, specialty pre-packaged food booths, wine and beer, food, live entertainment and a family fun zone Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

HALF MOON BAY: The Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival October 17-18, 2026 celebrates the bountiful fall harvest and autumn splendor with this annual event and 260 arts and crafts booths, a special display of giant pumpkins, three stages of live entertainment, the Great Pumpkin Parade, and much more. This not-to-be-missed event takes place on historic Main Street between Kelly Avenue and Spruce streets from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Half Moon Bay, California - 

For more information on any of the festivals,  visit  pacificfinearts.com

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