Bring your handmade work to a weekend crowd that comes to shop. Over three days in Stockton, more than 10,000 guests from across the Central Valley browse the makers' market between bites of shawarma and live dabke — and many leave with a piece they'll treasure.
📅 September 11–13, 2026 · Stockton, CA • Artisan applications close August 1, 2026
This isn't a flea market — it's a cultural celebration where guests arrive ready to discover, connect, and buy something special.
Festival-goers come for authentic, one-of-a-kind work. They appreciate the hours behind a hand-thrown bowl or a beaded necklace — and they pay for it.
With family reunions, friends meeting up, and the holidays not far off, the festival is a natural place to find gifts. Your booth catches buyers in the mood to spend.
Artisan booths line the main festival walkway, so every guest passing between the food court and the music stage walks right past your table.
We spotlight standout makers across our Instagram and Facebook to thousands of followers in Stockton, Modesto, Lodi, and Sacramento — free exposure before and during the festival.
Vendors come back year after year. You'll be set up alongside Stockton and San Joaquin County artisans who share tips, send buyers your way, and make the weekend genuinely fun.
Lebanese, imported, and local crafts all belong here. The festival celebrates heritage and handwork of every kind — your style fits right in.
If you make it by hand or curate it with care, there's likely a place for it on the walkway. A sample of what does well:
Have something that's not on the list? Tell us on the application — we love discovering new makers, and our team will help find the right fit.
One straightforward price covers your space for the entire three-day weekend.
Nonprofits, school groups, and civic organizations can exhibit in the Community booth at $125 for the weekend. Same friendly crowd, lighter on the budget. See all options on the booth tiers.
10×10 space · 3 days · walkway placement
Apply NowCommunity tier $125 for nonprofits
A little prep makes for a smooth, profitable weekend. Here's the practical side.
Plan to arrive Friday morning before gates open for load-in and setup. Exact load-in windows and parking details go out with your confirmation email after your application is accepted.
Bring your own 10×10 pop-up tent, tables, chairs, table coverings, and your display fixtures. Weights or stakes for your tent are strongly recommended for breezy Central Valley afternoons.
September in Stockton can be warm and sunny. Pack shade, water, sunscreen, and a way to keep delicate goods (like candles or chocolate-based items) cool during the day.
Need electricity for lighting or a card reader, or a table or two? Request it on the application. Power and tables are limited, so the earlier you ask, the better.
Bring a charged phone and a mobile card reader plus some cash for change. Strong cell service makes tap-to-pay easy and keeps your line moving.
Bring a deep, varied range across price points — small impulse pieces and signature higher-ticket work. Restock-able items in the $10–$40 range tend to move fastest with the festival crowd.
Two tiers fit most makers. See every option, including Food and Premium/Sponsor, on the full booth tiers table.
Deadline: August 1, 2026. Popular categories fill early — apply as soon as you can.
Fill out the vendor form, choose the Artisan (or Community) category, and tell us what you make plus any table or power needs.
Our vendor team reviews your application and reaches out to confirm your category, space, and any details. Submitting does not guarantee a spot until we confirm it.
Once you're approved, complete payment and you're in. We'll send load-in times, parking info, and everything you need ahead of September 11–13.
A few words from artisans who set up with us last September.
"I sold more in one weekend than at three regular craft fairs combined. This crowd genuinely values handmade, and the walkway placement put me in front of everyone."
"The makers around me were so welcoming — we sent buyers back and forth all weekend. The festival team featured my booth on Instagram and it brought real traffic."
"My handmade jewelry was perfect for a gift-buying crowd. Setup was easy, the team was organized, and I'll absolutely be reapplying next year."
Join dozens of makers at Stockton's most welcoming weekend market. Apply now to claim an Artisan booth before the August 1 deadline.
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