Spring Art Shows & Festivals in Northern California

MONOLISA Booth | Artist Lisa Ramos with a MONOLISA Customer at an Art Festival Show

Updated for 2026, spring art shows in Northern California mark the start of the outdoor festival season, with events returning to parks, downtown streets, and community spaces. This time of year features a mix of art and wine festivals, craft fairs, seasonal markets, and early juried shows, often with a more relaxed feel than peak summer events. It’s a great time to explore handmade work, connect with artists, and discover new collections before the busiest months. Below is a curated list of spring art shows and festivals across Northern California, including event names, dates, and links for more information.

2026 Spring Show List

Walnut Creek Bead and Design Show — March 13
Mill Valley Spring Faire — March 21
Rancho Solano Spring Fling — March 22
Belmont Handcrafted Originals Art Fair — March 22–23
San Juan Bautista Art & Craft Festival — March 28–29
Renegade San Francisco — March 28–29
Gravenstein Apple Fair — April 8-9
Petaluma Butter and Eggs Festival — April 18
Folsom's Spring Arts and Crafts Fair — April 19
Montclair Village Art Walk — April 25–26
Mom's Day Boutique — April 26
Spring Tour — April 24–25
Clayton Art & Wine Festival — April 25-26
Sebastopol Apple Blossom Festival — April 25–26
Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival — April 25–26
Morgan Hill Wine Art & Stroll — April 25
Gilman District Street Fair — April 26
Fortino Winery Spring Market — April 25
Bay Area Spring Fest — May 2, 2026
Pacific Grove's Good Old Days Celebration — May 2–3
Saratoga Rotary Art Show — May 2–3
Bodega Bay Fisherman's Festival — May 2–3
Paso Robles Olive and Lavender Festival —  May 9
Whole Earth Festival — May 8-10
Mill Valley Music Festival — On Pause in 2026
California Honey Festival - May 16-17
Campbell Boogie Music Festival — May 16-17
Livermore Downtown Street Fest — May 16-17
Yountville Art, Sip and Stroll — May 16
SWAN Day — May 16
Pleasant Hill Art & Wine Festival — May 16-17
Sienna Ranch Craft Fair — TBD
Roseville Spring Craft Fair — May 23
Carnaval San Francisco — May 23-24
Morgan Hill Mushroom Festival — May 23-24
San Ramon Art & Wind Festival — May 24-25
Annual Arnold Spring Peddler's Faire — May 23-24
San José Made — May 30-31
Burgers and Brew Fest — May 30
San Mateo County Fair — June 5-14
Curtis Fest Sacramento — June 6
Union Street Festival — June 6–7
Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival — June 6-7
Kiwanis Club Art Fiesta — June 6–7
Sunnyvale Art & Wine Festival —  June 6–7
Festa Italiana in San Francisco — June 6-7
Open Air Market in Martinez — June 
Art on the Square — June 12
Juneteenth Freedom Festival in Mill Valley — June 13
West Coast Craft — June 13-14
Novato Art, Wine & Music Festival — June 13-14
The Fairfax Festival — June 13-14
Walnut Creek Uncorked —June 18
Tahoe City Art by the Lake — June 19–21
North Beach Festival — June 20-21
Meet Me on Main — June 20
Pleasure Point Street Fair — June 27
Placer County Fair — June 25–28

Explore Art Shows & Plan Your Visit

Art shows and festivals in Northern California vary widely in size, style, and atmosphere. Some are lively art and wine festivals with music and crowds, while others are smaller, more curated events focused on handmade work and fine art.

What to Expect

  • 🍷 Art & Wine Festivals — social, busy, and great for browsing
  • 🏛️ Juried Art Shows — more curated with higher-end handmade work
  • 🛍️ Community Festivals — a mix of vendors, food, and local activities

Plan Your Visit

  • Arrive early for easier parking and smaller crowds
  • Midday is typically the busiest time at larger events
  • Bring a tote bag if you plan to shop handmade
  • Check weather and dress comfortably for outdoor shows