It’s that special time of the year again, when harvest moons light up the sky, pumpkin patches glow in their glory and the fabulous fall colors make Half Moon Bay absolutely astonishing. The world-famous Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival, coming up October 14-15, attracts people from all over the West Coast, and this year’s talented artists will not disappoint.

One of the Peninsula’s Premier Fall Festivals, the City of San Carlos’ Art & Wine Faire celebrates its 31st year! The celebration covers San Carlos Avenue between Laurel Street and Elm and down Laurel Street from San Carlos Avenue to Arroyo. Find 150 quality artists, crafters and specialty food vendors presenting their beautiful handcrafted works for fairegoers. There will be a treasure trove of ceramics, paintings, photography, wood working, wearables and so much more! Enjoy fine wines and microbrews, delicious foods, entertainment and the Family Fun Zone with lots of hands-on activities for the kids.  The Faire is easily accessible from Caltrain and SamTrans.

From Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce: “This high-quality festival, hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce, attracts 250 fine art & contemporary craft displays, Italian Street Painting Expo, Kids' Art Studio, specialty areas, stage & street entertainment, gourmet food, fine wines & micro-brews.”

One of the most popular street festivals in the Bay Area returns to Downtown Los Altos for the 44th edition of the Los Altos Arts & Wine Festival, July 8-9, 2023.