Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival 2026

The Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival is in its 69th year, showcasing the work of 135 fine art and fine craft artists in a redwood grove setting in downtown Mill Valley. The festival draws visitors from the Mill Valley and Marin communities as well as the greater San Francisco Bay Area. Only original artist-made work is acceptable.

Artists must submit 5 images and pay a $45 application fee (increasing to $55 after April 15, 2026). The application deadline is May 15, 2026, with jury selection occurring May 16-20, 2026, and artist notification by May 22, 2026. The festival takes place September 19-20, 2026, at Old Mill Park, Throckmorton Ave. & Cascade Drive. Booth fees are tiered starting at $385 and up, with premium spaces available for drive-up access. Four $500 Awards of Excellence are given to outstanding artists selected by a panel of independent judges. Award winners are invited to participate the following year without going through the jury process.

Exhibited work must be original creations of the applicant with no production work allowed. Artists applying in multiple categories must submit separate applications for each category and may only exhibit in categories for which they are accepted. The artwork displayed must be similar in type and style to submitted images. Artists must be present both Saturday and Sunday during festival hours. Work must meet quality standards and cannot include kits, commercial molds, tumbled stones, embellished objects, strung beads, ivory, edible art, plants, flowers, T-shirts, manufactured cards, manufactured clothing, or other manufactured items. Artists are responsible for obtaining a valid California resale permit.