Our events in 2009 offer a wide range of opportunities for Arts & Crafts exhibitors. From fine arts at The Saratoga Rotary Art Show in May, to the cultural themed Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival in April as well as our larger Street Festivals such as the Foster City Arts & Wine Festival (end of May), Castro Valley Fall Festival (September) and finishing with The Pacific Coast Fog Fest (September), we are looking forward to an exciting year.
The Newark Chamber of Commerce is putting on the first ever
SummerFest on August 22nd & 23rdlocated at the Newpark Mall in Newark. This is sure to
be a great family day of fun, entertainment and Arts & Crafts. The focus is on Micro-Brews and Music for
this festival and will include a Motorcycle Show, a Car Show, Arts & Craft
Vendors, Food Vendors and local Commercial Vendors along with a KidsPark.There will be something for everyone!We will have two stages with one large outdoor stage where Ron
Thompson & the Resistors, California Dreamin’ and many other great talents
will perform starting at 10am and going on until 5pm each day.We will have a variety of different breweries for our guests to taste test and discover some new
favorites. Easy access and ample parking will facilitate good crowds. For more information please go to www.newarksummerfest.com.
Come out and join us as we celebrate the 37th anniversary of this fair.
The event takes place on Castro Valley Blvd. in front of the Shopping
Center. This is the main shopping area in Castro Valley. Last year's
addition of a classic car show has increase foot traffic by drawing
attendees regionally. Advertising is good and many locals attend this
event due to the number of community booths and local entertainment.
Lower and mid priced items sell best. The Fest does allow a limited
number of vendors to sell import items. Vendors are encouraged to bring
their hand crafted good quality, inexpensive and reduced price items
for best sales. However, better quality art items have also been
successful. Booths are arranged in the street and may be left up over
night. Show hours are 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Certificate
of Insurance required upon acceptance.
The 2008 Fog Fest was a great success. The event was well attended and
most vendors had very good sales. The Saturday morning parade brings
lots of locals to the fair site. You will be able to find the same
excellent food provided by non-profit groups. The Fog Festival takes
place on Palmetto, the main street in Pacifica. Over 200 booths are
arranged on the street.
This well established festival has enjoyed good success in the past. Look for the same special attractions like the business area on the street and the carnival, which will be located adjacent to the event. The Chamber does a good job of advertising and foot traffic last year was very good. The event takes place on the street along Shell Blvd. Booths may be left up overnight. Vendors should bring extra weight for booth. Show hours are 11 AM to 7 PM on Saturday and 11 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Friday Setup Available. Apply Online January 1, 2010
