Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Chula Vista, California
Third Avenue is Chula Vista's festival street — the Lemon Festival in summer, Dia de los Muertos on November 1, and the tree-lighting holiday market in early December — while HarborFest draws crowds to the bayfront each August. That's 7 events, with ArtFest at City Hall and certified farmers markets on Sundays and, at Otay Ranch, on Tuesdays.
Chula Vista ArtFest
FestivalFree community celebration of South Bay artists on the Chula Vista City Hall grounds, with an outdoor arts and crafts market, live music, interactive art activities and food vendors.
Chula Vista Certified Farmers Market
FarmersSunday certified farmers market run by San Diego Markets at 300 Park Way, accepting craft and packaged-food vendors alongside growers.
Chula Vista HarborFest
FestivalFree waterfront festival on the Chula Vista bayfront with three stages of community performances, culinary contests and music, plus more than 200 booths of local and regional art, food, crafts and non-profits. Organizers recruit vendors offering unique merchandise, immersive experiences and premium displays rather than a standard booth, and run a separate beverage program for local breweries.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
FestivalSixth annual free community celebration presented by the Downtown Chula Vista Association, with an ofrenda competition, a Catrin and Catrina ensemble contest, live music and dance at four locations, a car show, kids crafts and a community altar. Vendor participation runs through Mercado by Las Jefas Market, a curated artisan market of local retail and food makers.
Downtown Chula Vista Tree Lighting Holiday Market
HolidayHoliday market curated by the Downtown Chula Vista Farmers' Market alongside the annual tree lighting ceremony. Crafters and food vendors sell from mid-morning through the early evening, with the tree lighting itself closing the day.
Lemon Festival
FestivalDowntown Chula Vista's signature annual street festival on Third Avenue, with vendor booths, food and entertainment.
Otay Ranch Certified Farmers Market
FarmersSouth Bay certified farmers market on the Otay Ranch Town Center main street. Opened in 2007 with more than 20 farmers and 25 prepared and packaged food vendors, and has since expanded to include craft and maker sellers alongside growers.
