Saturday, April 4 & Sunday, April 5, 10am-5pm

2701 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Join us for the 2026 Makers Arcade Spring Fair—happening for the first time ever at Balboa Park! Experience an exciting lineup of creative vendors and experiences that celebrate art, culture, and community in our beautiful city.

Shop from over 120 curated handmade vendors

Enjoy delicious food trucks and craft cocktails, mocktails, and beer bars

Experience live music, interactive art installations, kids’ activities, and fun photo ops

Get hands-on with Make + Take craft stations

Kids can participate in our fun easter-themed activites

Be one of the first to arrive to get a free swag bag filled with goodies!

Vendor applications open this Friday, January 15! Those interested in vending, volunteering or providing an activation (music, food vendor, face painting, etc.) can use the links below to be added to our interest lists.

Volunteer Interest
Craft VENDOR Interest List
Activation Interest List
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F.A.Q.’S

  • The event will be held at Balboa Park on the westside grass field on 6th Avenue and El Prado. Mapping to 2701 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 will get you to the exact location! Street parking and pay lots are available nearby. We recommend using public transportation.

  • Yes, kids will love this event! We will have fun kids activities, make + take stations, and live music for them to shake their booties to. Dogs are also welcome.

  • Yes! There will be free swag bags for the first guests to arrive at the Fair each day!

  • We charge a small entry fee to help cover event expenses, like paying our musicians, venue, and permits, with all additional proceeds directly supporting our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting small businesses and artists in San Diego. This fee allows us to keep vendor costs lower, making it easier for artists and makers to participate, and helps sustain our small but passionate production team who produce these events in support of our creative community.

  • Included in your entry fee is a DIY craft station, live music performances by amazing local musicians, and access to our vendors, food trucks, bars, and kids’ areas.

  • Yes! You can apply to be a vendor using our vendor application, coming soon!

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Interested in vending at this event?

We prioritize artists and makers who are heavily or entirely involved in the design and production process of their handmade goods. Preference is given to original work that reflects strong craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and attention to detail. We aim to curate a balanced and diverse vendor lineup, considering product category, materials, and overall market mix, while avoiding oversaturation of any single type of product. This helps ensure a strong experience for both shoppers and vendors. We are committed to representing artists and makers from a wide range of racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities.

Our events are a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for all.

VENDOR APPLICATION COMING SOON