California Cultural Fairs & Festivals
23 cultural events across California for 2026.
TomorrowSan Rafael Summer French Style Antique Market
A craft fair in San Rafael.
5(5)In 7 daysOxnard Juneteenth Celebration
It will feature lively entertainment, local artists, delicious food and more.
3(2)In 13 daysRiviera Village Summer Festival
This festival will feature over 300 exhibitors, arts and crafts booths, beer and wine garden, live entertainment, international food court, carnival games for the kids, and more.
4.2(17)Los Altos Arts and Wine Festival
There will be nearly 300 artists and craftspeople selling their original handcrafted works in various media.
4.3(90)The 40th annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival
Embark on a journey into the Elizabethan Renaissance.
4.4(10)Fremont Festival of the Arts
The artists and craftspeople will showcase and sell a wide variety of original works.
4.7(11)Ventura Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
4.2(17)Mountain View Art and Wine Festival
The artists and craftspeople will showcase and sell a wide variety of original works.
4.3(730)Lodi Grape Festival
A food festival in Lodi.
4.8(9)Lafayette Art and Wine Festival
This festival will feature original art and handmade crafts, live music on multiple stages, quality wines and microbrews, kids zone food vendors, and foods from local restaurants.
4.9(10)Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival
There will be over 135 fine art and fine craft artists selling their curated handmade art.
4.6(2708)Valley Center Pumpkin Festival
A craft fair in Valley Center.
Poway Harvest Festival
This festival will feature classic car show, talented crafters, entertainment, kids zone, food vendors, beer garden, and more.
4.4(7)Del Mar Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
A craft fair in Del Mar.
4.8(12)Escondido Grand Avenue Festival
This festival will feature over 300 vendors, professional live entertainment, beer and wine garden, international food, and more.
4.3(4885)Pleasanton Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
5(2)Burlingame Fall Festival
The artists and craftspeople will showcase and sell a wide variety of original works.
4.3(2040)Santa Rosa Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
5(1)San Jose Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
4(6)Sacramento Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
5(2)San Diego Doggie Street Festival
This festival will feature live music, kids art area, special guests, speakers, pet products and services, contests, adoption, auction prizes, vet tips, delicious food, and much more.
4.5(2482)Pomona Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show
This festival will feature handmade goods, strolling performers, kids zone, demonstrations, contests, live music, specialty foods, and more.
4.4(764)The Heritage Holiday Craft and Gift Fair
It will host an array of vendors showcasing and selling handmade crafts, unique gifts, toys, collectibles, antiques and much more.
Frequently asked questions
How many cultural festivals are there in California?
Our directory lists 23 cultural festivals across California for the 2026 season, including Valley Center Pumpkin Festival, Pomona Harvest Festival Art and Craft Show and Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival.
When is the best time for cultural festivals in California?
California's cultural festivals cluster in October and September — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular cultural festivals in California?
By Google review score, Valley Center Pumpkin Festival in Valley Center ranks among the most popular, with a 4.6-star rating from 2,708 reviews.