2nd Annual San Diego Holiday Art Festival

Visit the Del Mar Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall for holiday shopping three days in a row.

The festival will feature 200 of America’s best contemporary craft and fine art exhibitors, offering over 12,000 original works. Every category of fine art and
contemporary craft – including paintings, drawings, sculpture, printmaking, photography, jewelry, pottery, wood, mixed media, clothing, weaving, glass, metal and stone – will thoroughly be represented by a variety of artists.

Several artists, including San Diego (Rancho Bernardo) glassblower James Stone, will be demonstrating how they make their unique pieces, giving attendees an
up-close and fun experience. Stone will be performing three times daily at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. each day of the show (outside), showing attendees how he makes his popular sculptures, furniture and fountains.

Sculptor Lynn Forbes of Carlsbad will also be constructing life-size sculptures using sitting models Friday and Saturday of the show.

More entertainment, like bands, magicians and trapeze acts will be a part of the festival.

Delicious local holiday food and drink will also be available by area restaurants and caterers.

Hours are Friday and Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m