If this is your first application in 2026, please see 2026 Annual Application Processing Fee listed above.
Come out and join us as we celebrate the 54th anniversary of this fair. The event takes place on Castro Valley Blvd. in front of the Safeway and Lucky shopping centers. This is the main shopping area in Castro Valley. Many locals attend this event due to the number of community service booths, local entertainment, and commercial booths containing chamber members. Lower and mid priced items sell best. The Fest does allow a limited number of vendors to sell import items. Show hours are 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and 10 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Spaces are 10' x 10' and will be on the street and may be left up over Saturday night. Limited security is provided. There is no water available on the event site and portable generators are no longer allowed anywhere on the event site.
Sales Tax rate is: 10.25%
Returning vendors will have preference to have their 2025 space reassigned to them if the application and deposit are received by March 1, 2026. Applications that are not complete or the space fee has not been paid for at least 60 days before the event date will automatically be cancelled.
ON GOING JURY DATES: March 1, May 1, July 20, August 1. Please note that either a category or the entire show could close prior to a scheduled jury date. Artists should apply early to avoid getting a category full response to their late application.
Space Fee: Arts & Crafts - $350 (Chamber $300) Commercial - $550 (Chamber $395) Info/Nonprofit - $295 (Chamber $215) Food - $595 (Chamber $495) For NONCHAMBER Applicants in all categories, there is a 10% commission on the sales amount over $1500. For example: If your sales are $2700 for the weekend. You can subtract $1500 off of the $2700 leaving $1200 subject to the 10% commission or $120.
FP will accept a $100 nonb-refundable deposit that will guarantee your space if paid by March 1, 2026. The final balance will be due by July 1, 2026, and the $100 will be applied to the total fee you are required to pay.
If you need to rent a walkin or counter booth, the charge is $350, includes 1 table and 2 chairs. (not required if you bring your own equipment)
Vendor originated cancellations will receive a full refund if the cancellation occurs 60 days or more before the Saturday event date. Vendor cancellations within 60 days of the Saturday event day do not qualify for any refund amount. |
