Annual Summer Solstice Pleasure Point Street Fair – Visitor & Vendor Info

Plan your visit to Annual Summer Solstice Pleasure Point Street Fair in Santa Cruz, California. This page shares dates, location, FAQs, and a direct vendor application link for artists. MONOLISA may not be exhibiting at this event—we publish these guides to help festival goers and fellow makers, and to showcase Lisa’s handcrafted work.

Updated: Yearly

Festival Details

  • Dates: June 27, 2026
  • Hours: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Location: Portola Drive between 41st and 38th Avenues in Santa Cruz, California.
  • Admission: Free
  • Parking: Public lots and street parking.
📌 Vendor Application / Info

Festival Location

What to Expect

Pleasure Point Street Fair is a beloved summer tradition in Santa Cruz that brings the community together for a day of local shopping, music, food, and fun. Held along Portola Drive each June during the summer solstice weekend, this lively street fair features 100+ vendors offering handmade arts, crafts, specialty goods, and unique local products — ideal for discovering one-of-a-kind treasures and thoughtful gifts. Visitors can enjoy live music from local bands, browse artisan booths, relax in the beer garden with great food and beverages, and let kids have a blast with face painting, henna, and a skateboard contest — all in a relaxed, festive neighborhood atmosphere. Admission is free, bike parking is available, and the event supports local community causes like the Live Oak Education Foundation.

FAQs

  • Is it free? Yes.
  • Are pets allowed? Yes and leash-only. Make sure your pet is hydrated.
  • Weather? Outdoor event; bring sun/heat or rain gear.

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