Day in the Life 1901 with the Hyde Street Living History Players

Aboard the historic vessels at Hyde Street Pier Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco, CA, United States

Step into the past as you board our historic ships. Help the sailors on Balclutha raise the staysail in the morning and return for musical fun during the afternoon dogwatch. Learn about life in 1901 from the ferry passengers on Eureka, or join Mrs. Galan on the Ark houseboat for an afternoon tea to discuss issues of the day.

Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire

Occidental Community Center 3920 Bohemian Highway, Occidental, CA, United States

The Holiday Crafts Faire highlights over 35 local and regional artists, and features our traditional bucket raffle, fabulous food and beverages by a local gourmet chef, and baked goods provided by students from Salmon Creek School.

Free

The Potter’s Studio Holiday Sale

The Potter’s Studio 1221 8th Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

The Potters' Studio Gallery 2014 Holiday Sale features the work of 22 of our artists. Browse our locally crafted, one-of-a-kind, handmade ceramics by 22 select artists: Everyday cups, bowls and plates, elegant dinnerware, vases, sculptures, and more!

Free

The Great Dickens Christmas Fair!

Cow Palace Exhibition Halls 2600 Geneva Avenue, Daly City, CA, United States

The bustling streets of London, immortalized for all time by the mighty pen of Charles Dickens, form the living backdrop of your excursion into Christmas Past. You are a living part of a Victorian Christmas card come to life!

Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios

locations throughout Berkeley - see website for map Berkeley, CA, United States

The Artists Invite You In! Over 100 handpicked artists and craftspeople at studios, workshops and galleries in Berkeley will open their doors to the public during the 24th annual Berkeley Artisans Holiday Open Studios.

Free

Crucible Holiday Gifty Sale

The Crucible 1260 7th Street, Oakland, CA, United States

Dozens of leading East Bay artists, craftspeople and Crucible faculty members will be selling their best hand-made pieces in a holiday celebration of local creative culture.

Free admission

Bazaar Bizarre Holiday Show

Herbst Pavilion, Fort Mason Buchanan Avenue and Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA, United States

Expect to find a quality handmade market including clothing, handbags, 'zines, jewelry, art prints, ceramics, and other items from more than 150 artisans and foodmakers!

Free

Telegraph Avenue Holiday Street Fair

along Telegraph Avenue between Dwight and Bancroft, Berkeley, CA, United States

Holiday shoppers to the Telegraph business district will be treated to an abundance of good cheer, great music, fine food, and unique and unusual handcrafts by some of Northern California's finest artists.

Free

Goddess Crafts Faire

Sebastopol Community Cultural Center 390 Morris Street, Sebastopol, CA, United States

The Goddess Crafts Faire is a beautiful community celebration of the coming of winter through women’s art, music and dance. Don’t miss this exquisite collection of handmade gifts by local and regional women!

$5 – $1511

Weihnachtsmarkt: German Holiday Market

Civic Center Plaza 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA, United States

Come indulge in German food and drinks and browse our eclectic selection of handcrafted gifts from Germany and local artists for purchase. The day will also include musical performances by GISSV students, and, new this year, an ice rink where you can have a stab at your ice skating skills!

Free