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Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the 43rd Annual Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival!
Mark your calendars for the 44th Annual Santa Clara Art & Wine Festival on September 19 - 20, 2026.
Parking is limited. We encourage visitors to consider alternative transportation methods for a more convenient experience.
Walking, biking, and/or carpooling is encouraged.
Free Bike Watch service will be available to ensure the safety of your bicycles.
Rideshare Drop-off
- Central Park Library, 2635 Homestead Rd.
Bike Parking:
- Bike Parking & will be located near the bridge closest to the Community Recreation Center
- Bike Watch provided by the MacDonald High School PTA on Saturday
Paid Parking:
- Fatjo Field Parking Lot available for $15 per vehicle.
- All proceeds support local charities.
- Re-entry is not allowed, please plan accordingly.
- Paid parking will also be available at St Justin Catholic Church, 2655 Homestead Rd., for $20 per vehicle.
Important Notes:
- Handicap Parking is available along Patricia Drive and at both the Pavilion and CRC parking lots.
- Pavilion Parking Lot and CRC Parking Lot are restricted to authorized personnel and handicap parking only.
The festival includes over 170 artisan booths featuring leather goods, scented candles, lotions, ceramics, photography, custom jewelry, paintings, wine related items, unique hats, glassware, specialty pre-packaged foods and much more.
View the 2025 Artist List (PDF).
Applications for the 2025 festival are no longer being accepted.
If you have questions, are interested in applying for the festival in the future, or need additional information, email festivalartists@santaclaraca.gov.
New this year, the Maker’s Meadow will showcase handcrafted goods, from local makers. Visitors can explore a variety of one-of-a-kind items and take advantage of hands-on DIY activities to create personal unique pieces.
2025 Makers
- The DLT Jewel Co. (permanent jewelry, charms)
- Wood Craft Alebrijes (wood alebrijes- Mexican spirit animals)
- Down by the Bay Nursery (native plants)
- Bloom Nails (acrylic nail sets)
- Eleventh Dimension Tattoo Arts (temporary tattoos, paintings, art prints, t-shirts)
- Pastel by Ece (pastel pet sketches)
- Face Painting by Dominique (located in Kid's Kingdom)
2025 Rotary of Santa Clara Wine List
- 2024 Fortino Pinot Grigio – Aged in stainless steel barrels to preserve the crisp, rich flavors with hints of stone fruits that leads to a slightly dry finish.
- 2023 J. Lohr Flume Crossing Sauvignon Blanc – Aromas of honeysuckle, lime, sweet herbs, and fig. Bright flavors of grapefruit, kiwi, key lime, and passion fruit.
- 2023 Wente Riva Ranch Chardonnay – Perfectly ripened apples, caramelized pineapple, and toasted brioche, creamy oak that hints at notes of crème Brule, along with a dollop of buttery richness.
- 2022 Conundrum, Wagner Family Red Blend – Features dark red varietals including Zinfandel, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon. Lavish fruit flavors and baking chocolate, smooth tannins that provide a distinctive, soft character.
- 2021 Angels Inc Pinot Noir – A rich juicy Pinot Noir sourced from the Central Coast. Fruit forward with an integrated oak presence, and a crush of berry and a vanilla-backed juiciness.
- 2022 Wente Southern Hills Cabernet – Vibrant notes of blackberries, cassis, and black cherry, complemented by subtle oak flavors of cocoa and a touch of fresh-baked gingerbread.
- Mimosa – Sparkling wine and orange juice. Delicious!
2025 Rotary of Santa Clara Craft Beer List
- 21st Amendment Hell or High Watermelon, ABV 4.9%, IBU 17 – A classic American wheat beer with a kiss of watermelon aroma and flavor.
- Drakes Juicy Hoot Hazy, ABV 7.0%, IBU 30 – A New England-style IPA characterized by an opaque appearance and a smooth, creamy mouthfeel. It features a tropical aroma with dominant notes of guava, pineapple, and passionfruit.
- Elysian Brewing- Space Dust IPA, ABV 8.2% IBU 73 – A light to medium IPA with Chinook to bitter and late and dry additions of Citra and Amarillo.
- Golden Road Mango Cart, ABV 4%, IBU 10 – This light beer is bursting with fresh, bright mango flavor and aroma and has a crisp finish.
- Kona- Big Wave, ABV 4.4%, IBU 26 – A golden ale with a light body, tropical hop aroma and flavor, and made with caramel malt.
- Shock Top-Belgian White, ABV 5.2% IBU 10 – This spiced Belgian-style Wheat Ale is the pinnacle of refreshment brewed with real orange, lemon, and lime peels for a smooth, citrusy finish.
- Stella Artois-ABV 4.8%, IBU 30 – The original European Lager from Belgium, a pleasantly bitter hoppiness and refreshing, crisp finish with a distinct pale golden color.
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Golden State Mighty Dry Cider, ABV 6.1% – Crafted with 100% fresh-pressed West Coast apples and fermented with champagne yeast. It features juicy, freshly cut apple aromatics balanced with a bright, crisp, and refreshing taste.
This year's Premium Wine Sponsor is Qvevri Wine Georgia - Taste the Birthplace of Wine.
Experience 8,000 years of winemaking tradition. Crafted using the ancient qvevri method —fermenting grapes in clay vessels buried underground — their wines offer a unique taste of Georgia’s heritage and authenticity.
2025 Tasting Menu
- Koncho Amber – Elegant amber wine with notes of dried fruit and spice | $10/glass
- Koncho White – Crisp, refreshing white with floral and citrus hints | $10/glass
- Koncho Rosé – Delicate and fresh, with bright berry aromas | $10/glass
- Kvareli – Bold, dry red with rich dark fruit and smooth tannins | $10/glass
- Khvanchkara – Legendary semi-sweet red, velvety with raspberry flavors | $10/glass
$20 Tasting Flight – Enjoy a 2 oz. pour of all five wines for a full journey through Georgian winemaking.
Important Information
- Glassware: Disposable glassware provided.
- ID check (over 21 years) and token sales will occur at the booths.
- Wrist bands will be required to purchase beer or wine.
- Maximum of two pours per purchase.
- Pricing: $10 per token, Beer (16 oz.) or Wine (7 oz.)
- Last call: 6 p.m. Saturday and 5 p.m. Sunday.
- Beer & Wine sales will benefit the following local charities:
- Police Activities League
- Santa Clara Schools Foundation
- Santa Clara Rotary Foundation - Steps for Success
- Wilcox High School PTSA - Grad Night
- Santa Clara High School PTSA - Grad Night
Come hungry! There will be plenty of tasty food options. Prices range from $4 to $25, and vendors will accept electronic payment only.
Non-Profit Groups
- Boy Scout Troop 394/2 (Pancake Breakfast, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. in the Pavilion)
- MacDonald High School PTA (Soda, Water, Snacks) - Saturday Only
- Buchser Music Assocation (Kettle Corn)
- Pony Baseball (Fried Oreos)
- Rotary of Santa Clara (Beer & Wine, menu located under "Beer & Wine" tab)
- Wilcox Dads and Grads (Soda & Water)
- Wilcox Instrumental Music Boosters (Turtle Sundaes)
- Wilcox Robotics (Funnel Cake)
- Boy Scout Troop #600 (Samosas)
- Boy Scout Troop #74 (Italian Sausage Sandwiches)
- Kiwanis Club of Santa Clara (Polish Dogs)
- Liberty Masonic Lodge (Pulled Pork/Hot Links)
- St. Clare Hispanic Community (Taco plates, Quesadillas)
- Santa Clara Host Lions (Linguica Sandwiches, Corn on the Cobb)
- Girl Scout Troop #60633 (Fruit Kabobs, Slushies, Almond Roca)
- Teen Challenge (BBQ Plates, Chicken Rice Bowls, Corn Dogs)
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Sister Cities (Charcuterie Cups)
Professional Groups
- Watsonville Munchies (quesabirria tacos, agua fresca, nachos, pizza birria)
- King Cobb Corn (buttered, plain, with various toppings)
- La Papa’s Baked Potatoes (baked potatoes with meat and/or corn on top)
Food Trucks
- Kona Ice (shaved ice)
- Churros El Guero (filled churros)
- Lucy's Fruits (fruits, smoothies)
- Lillie Mae's BBQ (Saturday only)
- The Cookout Fish & Chips (Sunday only)
- BBQ Kalbi (Sunday only)
2025 Food Booth Applications are no longer being accepted.
Contact Angelique Wilson at anwilson@santaclaraca.gov for more information.
2025 Entertainment Lineup
Saturday:
- 10:15 a.m. School of Rock Youth Band
- 11:45 a.m. Bululú (Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and more)
- 1:30 p.m. The Peelers (R&B, Pop, Hip Hop, Rock)
- 3:45 p.m. Pride & Joy (Pop, Soul)
Sunday:
- 10:15 a.m. TBT Jazz Trio
- 11:30 a.m. East Side Funk (Jazz-funk band)
- 1:15 p.m. Aja Vu (Rock, Jazz, Pop)
- 3:15 p.m. Pop Rocks (Top 40 hits, 80s/90s throwbacks, and hip-hop anthems)
Commemorative beer & wine glasses and tote bags will be available for purchase at the Merch Booth. While supplies last. Limited quantities available.
- Glasses: 1 for $6 or 2 for $10
- Tote Bags: $8
The FIFA Countdown Clock is on the move! To celebrate the excitement of the World Cup, the clock will be relocated from the Santa Clara City Library to the Art & Wine Festival grounds. Come visit our City booth, located near Fatjo Ball Field, and share in the excitement of our Major Sports Events in 2026. Snap a photo with the giant FIFA clock, tell us what you’re looking forward to and learn more about what we’re planning.
- Fire Department
- Police Department
- Santa Clara City Library Bookmobile
- Parks & Recreation
- Silicon Valley Power
- Mission Trails
- Silicon Valley Animal Control Authority
- Community Development
- Water & Sewer Utilites - Tap Water Express
- Expand the day's beverage tasting experience by sampling Advanced Purified Water, comparing it to Santa Clara Water and taking our quick survey to share your thoughts.
- Public Works Pedestrian Rodeo - Traffic Engineering
- Public Works - Environmental & Streets Department
- Public Works - Engineering
Sponsor Booths
- Edgecore Digital Infrastructure
- Provident Credit Union
- CEFCU
- LeafFilter Gutter Protection
- Stratford School
- Davey Tree Expert Company
- Qvevri Wine Georgia
- Santa Clara First Baptist Church
- CreaTV San Jose
- Renewal by Anderson
- Mission College
- City Light Bible Church
- Sunnyvale Chiropractic Group
- SunRun
- Chiropractic First
- Realm Living Inc.
- Farm Fresh to You
- Brasil Group
- The Craftsmen's Guild
- Santa Clara Swim Club
- The AL MORIDI Team
- Epoch Times
- Shen Yun
Interested in sponsoring the event? Visit the sponsorship page to view the 2025 packages.
The Kids Kingdom area, located near the Magical Bridge playground, features food trucks, live entertainment, kid's activities and carnival games, and junior artists.
Kids Kingdom Stage Lineup
Saturday:
- 10:15 a.m. Waistline Drum Troupe
- 10:50 a.m. Wilcox High School Cheer
- 11:20 a.m. Santa Clara High School Cheer Team
- 11:50 a.m. Wilcox High School Dance Team
- 12:20 p.m. Santa Clara Elite Dance Team
- 12:55 p.m. Cupertino H.S. Golden Spurs Dance Team
- 1:30 p.m. Singing Studio
- 2:30 p.m. Leomele Hula Hawaiian Band
- 3:25 p.m. Parks & Recreation Choir Classes
- 4:20 p.m. Montage Dance Studio
- 5:10 p.m. Fashion Show & Robotics Demo
- 5:40 p.m. DJ Music
Sunday:
- 10:30 a.m. Kathleen MacDonald HS Cheer Team
- 11:15 a.m. Presentation H.S. Dance Team
- 12:15 p.m. Kodenkan Jujitsu
- 12:45 p.m. The Dance Affair
- 1:15 p.m. Ragamala
- 1:55 p.m. East West Music and Dance
- 2:35 p.m. Dance Academy USA
- 3:05 p.m. Pancakes Band
- 3:45 p.m. MamboNova Studio
- 4:30 p.m. Salsa Dancing with MamboNova Studio
Magical Bridge Playhouse Amphitheater Lineup
Saturday:
- 10 a.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
- 10:30 a.m. Santa Clara Public Library Story Time
- 11:30 a.m. Buchser Middle School Mariachi Band
- 12:15 p.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
- 1:30 p.m. Laya Arts Collective: Bharatantyam Dance Ballet
- 3:15 p.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
Sunday:
- 10:15 a.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
- 11:15 a.m. Angels on Stage: Rising Stars Outreach Group
- 12:15 p.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
- 3 p.m. To the Bridge: Music Hour
The festival proudly features local Junior Artists as part of the festivities held in Central Park. This unique opportunity allows young artists firsthand experience in entrepreneurship by selling their own handmade crafts, engaging with customers, and showcasing their talents to the community.
2025 Junior Artists
- Why Fashion Studio (hair scrunchies & headbands)
- Y-Art Studio (handmade cards)
- Raccoon Kandi (bracelets)
- Meet the Author: Aarna Agrawal (books)
- The Jewelry Biz (handmade jewelry)
- DreamDuo Designs (original canvas paintings)
- MJ's Crochet Shop (handmade crochet)
- Clover Brain (art prints, stickers, keychains, jewelry)
- Caitlyn's Creations (handmade resin-based jewelry)
- Cozy Knots (crocheted items)
- TSZ I Gao (hair accessories, keychains, bag charms)
- Alio's Slime Shop (multi-colored slime)
- Nora and Raina's Bits & Baubles (resin charms, jewelry, keychains)
- Azalea Arts (hand-drawn art and more)
- Zart (pendulum art paintings)
- Boba Art Studios (pins magnets, stickers, bookmarks, and more)
- Slime & Printed Fun (slime, 3D-printed toys, fun gadgets)
- Crystalline Design (jewelry, keychains)
- Crochet by Allison (crochet earrings, bags, keychains, trinket holders)
- Ecoflame (eco-friendly candles)
- The Den of Doodles (stickers, pins)
- Anisha Maharjan (hand-painted pieces)
Applications for the 2025 festival are no longer being accepted.
For questions and additional information, email rchung@santaclaraca.gov.
Art & Wine Activity Schedule
Saturday & Sunday: Visit our Bookmobile at the Festival!
Booksale on the Patio
Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Support the Santa Clara City Library Foundation & Friends and buy some gently used books at the Booksale on the Patio. For more information visit lovethelibrary.org
Library Art Scavenger Hunt
All weekend – during Library Hours
Pick up an art scavenger card at any service desk and discover all the art pieces in the library. Complete to win a prize!
Storytime at Magical Bridge
Saturday, 10:30 – 11 a.m. | Magical Bridge Stage
Get ready to sing, clap, and laugh along as we share stories, catchy songs, and silly rhymes. Storytime is a playful way for kids of all ages to build early learning skills while having a great time with friends—and grownups get to join the fun too!
Vine & Twine Quilling Workshop (Ages 12+)
Saturday, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Marie Edinger
Create elegant paper art in this quilling workshop - perfect for beginners or anyone looking to unwind creatively.
Library Photobooth
Saturday, 12 – 2 p.m. | Library Blvd.
Capture the moment! Stop by the Library’s photo booth between 12–2 pm during the Art & Wine Festival and take home a special keepsake photo to remember the day.
Wine Cork Stamp Art
Saturday, 1 – 2 p.m. | Redwood Room
Capture the moment! Stop by the Library’s photo booth between 12–2 pm during the Art & Wine Festival and take home a special keepsake photo to remember the day.
Teen Origami
Saturday, 2 – 4 p.m. | Teen Room
Learn how to make some fun origami designs with Origami for Good, a youth-run nonprofit that uses creativity and culture to celebrate Japanese heritage and spread joy, connection, and comfort to communities around the world.
Black Glue Watercolor Abstract (All Ages)
Saturday, 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Redwood Room
Create bold and colorful abstract art with black glue and watercolor! The raised glue lines add striking contrast while vibrant watercolor washes bring your design to life.
Free Speech groups include, but are not limited to, religious, political, social, and charitable organizations.
Contact Marilu Hernandez at mhernandez@santaclaraca.gov for more information.
- Are pets allowed?
- For the safety and comfort of your pets and festival attendees, please leave your pets at home. Only registered guide dogs are allowed.
- Can I smoke at the event?
- No, smoking is prohibited in the park.
- Who do I contact for more information about the event?
- Contact the Community Recreation Center at 408-615-3140 or prcustomerserve@santaclaraca.gov.
- Who do I contact for media inquiries?
- The City Manager's Office Communication Team, David Knight at dknight@santaclaraca.gov and Tyler Freitas at tfreitas@santaclaraca.gov
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