Craft Fairs & Farmers Markets in Long Beach, California

4th & Cherry Certified Farmers Market runs Thursdays year-round in Long Beach, operating rain or shine from April through February. Operated by Harbor Area Farmers Markets and the South Coast Interfaith Council, the market prioritizes direct sales from California farmers and serves as a gathering space for both nourishment and community.

Weekly waterfront arts and crafts market in the parking area overlooking Alamitos Bay Marina, adjacent to a popular farmers market and several waterfront brunch restaurants. Multiple booths of unique arts, crafts and higher-end specialty items. Located on Marina Drive at Second Street between Belmont Shore and Naples, about a block west of Pacific Coast Highway. Free admission and close vendor parking.

Popular holiday craft fair in Belmont Shore neighborhood with juried artisans and handcrafted gifts.

On the Cal State Long Beach campus in Long Beach, this certified farmers market runs Thursdays year-round (Aug 28–Jun 18) and operates 10am–2pm. Managed by Aurora Vaughn, the market draws a university crowd—students, faculty, and staff—alongside local shoppers. California-certified vendors only, meaning growers sell directly what they grow. Expect fresh produce, prepared foods, and specialty goods. Parking on campus requires a permit; plan accordingly.

Running for over 45 years, Downtown Long Beach Certified Farmers Market meets every Friday on The Promenade between 3rd and 4th Streets. Produce vendors from Signal Hill to Tehachapi sell directly — expect California-grown staples and specialty crops you won't find at supermarkets. The market also runs a compost station and honors CalFresh EBT cards plus a Market Match program that doubles SNAP purchasing power for fresh produce. Live music, community vibe, strong vendor-to-shopper relationships.

Spectacular holiday boat parade through Alamitos Bay with illuminated vessels and waterfront celebrations.

Long Beach Farmers Market is a year-round Friday market in downtown Long Beach that brings together local farmers, artisans, and food vendors. The market draws shoppers committed to supporting small businesses and buying directly from producers—a strong fit if you're selling produce, homemade goods, or handmade products rooted in the region's agricultural heritage.

Annual LGBTQ+ pride celebration along the waterfront with parade, vendors, music, and entertainment.

Held in July at ShoreLine Aquatic Park, Love Long Beach Festival in its 11th year brings together dancers, artists, families, and music lovers for a multi-day celebration of house, techno, bass, and live performances on the Long Beach shoreline. The festival draws approximately 10,000 guests across local food trucks, vendor villages, and boutique merchandise vendors, plus yoga, flow arts, sound healing, and fire performances. The Whole Earth Village features holistic wellness, workshops, and artisan vendors. Merch vendors occupy 10x10 booth space; food vendor slots are typically sold out and food vendors must stay open until 10pm. Vendors need Long Beach special event permits, board of health permits, seller's permits, and current insurance.

Patchwork Show's largest and longest-running location, at the water's edge of Marine Stadium off Appian Way. 200+ vendors, the largest Patchwork Junior section, live music and a bike valet. Very pet-friendly and popular with cyclists. NOTE: this row is Los Angeles County (region 1), captured here because it is part of the same operator sweep. Bi-annual makers festival produced by Dear Handmade Life since 2007, free to attend, typically 100-200 vendors. Rolling jury: apply by Tuesday midnight PT to hear back by Thursday, accepted up until the week before the show. Fall 2026 applications opened June 6, 2026. Resellers excluded (no Mary Kay, Scentsy or similar); a small number of well-curated vintage vendors accepted. No prepared-food vendors except food trucks; packaged food must submit health department paperwork with the application.

Uptown Bixby Knolls Certified Farmers Market is a year-round Thursday farmers market in Long Beach open evenings. The market accepts EBT, Market Match, and WIC.