events, exhibitions, community
Rio Grande Festival- Balloon Festival Show
Friday – Sunday | October 9-11
After the balloons go up!
Doors open at 9am daily. The festival closes at 5pm each day, except the final Sunday (10/11), it concludes at 4pm.
Location:
This festival takes place at Sandia Resort & Casino, in the big white tent near I-25 & Tramway! 30 Rainbow Road, Albuquerque NM 87113
Directions:
If you’re coming from Santa Fe, head South on I-25 to Albuquerque, exit Tramway and turn left at the light. Go East on Tramway and you will see Sandia Resort on your left. Take a left on Rainbow Road into the resort, and follow the signs to the parking garage.
If you’re coming from the south side of Albuquerque, head North on I-25, exit Tramway and turn right at the light. Go East on Tramway and you will see Sandia Resort on your left. Take a left on Rainbow Road into the resort, and follow the signs to the parking garage.
Beverly Hills Art Show
Four garden blocks in the center of the city were brimming with the work of 250 artists from throughout California, many other states, and from around the world.
This free show features art by artists who showcase their work in painting, sculpture, watercolor, photography, mixed media, ceramics, glass, jewelry, drawing and printmaking.
All of the fine arts and crafts are original, ranging from the traditional to the very contemporary, and are represented by the artists themselves.
A Wine and Beer Garden with live music, demonstrating artists, children's activities, gourmet food trucks and several community exhibits can be found as well.
Show hours in the fall are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both weekend days; Admission is free.
This event takes place rain or shine!
BEST OF THE NORTHWEST
Tickets go on sale in September for the 38th annual Best of the Northwest Fall Show, Seattle's Premier Art & Fine Craft show.
Location: Magnuson Park. Hangar 30, 6310 NE 74th St, Seattle, Wa 98115
Dates: November 6-8, 2026
Special VIP Preview: Friday, 11am - 2pm
General Admission: Friday, 2pm - 7pm, Saturday, 10am-6pm & Sunday, 10am-5pm
Kids 12 and under get free admission, except during the VIP Preview. Tickets good for all general admission days.
Spectrum Miami
FAIR HOURS & TICKETS
VIP/PRESS PREVIEW
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026 | 5PM – 6PM
OPENING NIGHT PREVIEW
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2026 | 6PM – 9PM
(Must be 21 years old or accompanied by an adult.)
SHOW HOURS
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026 | 12PM – 8PM
Friday, Dec. 4, 2026 | 12PM – 8PM
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026 | 12PM – 8PM
Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026 | 12PM – 6PM
The Other Art Fair Chicago
OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, December 17: 6 – 10pm
GENERAL ENTRY
Friday, December 18: 5 – 10pm
Saturday, December 19: 11am – 7pm
Sunday, December 20: 11am – 6pm
Gravenstein Apple Festival
https://gravensteinapplefair.com
Since 1973, the Gravenstein Apple Fair has brought together farmers, families, musicians, artists, and food lovers to celebrate the agricultural roots of Sonoma County. Join us August 8 & 9 for all things apple, the best local food and drink, top regional music, ag-inspired fun for all ages, Artisan Tasting Grove, VIP Lounge, and much more! Bohemian’s Best Festival since 2019, Best Art Event 2026, and Best Charity Event 2026, the Fair is 95% Zero Waste. Proceeds benefit the nonprofit Sonoma County Farm Trails.
Art Santa Fe
FIND ME IN BOOTH G10
FAIR HOURS & TICKETS
OPENING DAY
Thursday, July 9, 2026 | 10AM – 5PM
Opening Day Ribbon Cutting 10AM
Trade Brunch 10AM – 12PM
Happy Hour 4 – 5PM
FAIR HOURS
Friday, July 10, 2026 | 10AM – 5PM
Trade Brunch 10AM – 12PM
Happy Hour 4 – 5PM
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 10AM – 5PM
North Beach Festival
The festival is held in the heart of the historic North Beach neighborhood, between Filbert St. & Broadway, and Stockton St. & Grant Ave.
11:00-7:00 both days
Blood Root Ramble
https://www.bloodrootramble.com
An intimate music, food & wine festival with purpose.
Small by design. Exceptional by nature.
The Ramble is a boutique music and wine festival in the heart of Sonoma County—curated for connection, discovery, and impact, while shining a light on the beauty of wine country lifestyle.
Created by Noah & Kelly Dorrance of BloodRoot and Reeve Wines—music lovers & community ambassadors—The Ramble brings together acclaimed artists, local food and wine, and a deeply engaged audience for a weekend that feels rare, intentional, and personal. From the beginning, The Ramble has been committed to giving back. 100% of proceeds are donated. Impact is not an add-on, it’s the foundation.
