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SAN FRANCISCO
American Craft Council
When, where: Aug. 12-14, Fort Mason Center, Festival Pavilion
Highlights: More than 200 artists converge to show and sell their handmade wares at this juried craft show. Events include craft demonstrations and workshops.
Cost: $14 for a one-day pass; $20 for a three-day pass (buy online for a $2 advance-purchase discount); $5 after 5 p.m. on Aug. 12
Info: (800) 836-3470, https://www.craftcouncil.org/sf
CARMEL, CALIF.
Winemakers’ Celebration
When, where: Aug. 13, Barnyard Shopping Village
Highlights: The Monterey County Vintners & Growers Assn. hosts more than 40 winemakers as they pour some 200 vintages at this outdoor festival, which also features culinary samples, live jazz, winemaking displays and a silent auction.
Cost: $30 advance; $35 at the door
Info: (831) 375-9400, https://www.montereywines.org
FAIRFIELD, CALIF.
Fairfield Tomato Festival
When, where: Aug. 20 and 21, downtown Fairfield
Highlights: Try more than 100 varieties of heirloom tomatoes from vendors, a tomato-eating contest, a food court and cooking demonstrations during this annual event.
Cost: Most events are free.
Info: (707) 399-2445, https://www.fairfieldmainstreet.com
SANTA FE, N.M.
Santa Fe Indian Market
When, where: Aug. 20 and 21, Santa Fe Plaza
Highlights: This Native American art show and sale draws more than 1,000 artists for this 90th annual event, featuring works in a wide array of media. Events include a clothing contest, a best-of-show ceremony and luncheon, art-gallery receptions and musical performances.
Cost: Free
Info: (505) 983-5220, https://www.swaia.org
IDYLLWILD
Idyllwild Jazz in the Pines
When, where: Aug. 27 and 28, Idyllwild Arts Academy
Highlights: Three outdoor venues in the San Jacinto Mountains contain more than 25 live performances representing the diversity of jazz. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy headlines.
Cost: $65 a day; $120 for both days; free for ages 11 and younger; $25 for a Saturday night musical dinner; proceeds benefit arts scholarships.
Info: (951) 500-4090, https://www.idyllwildjazz.com
—Avital Binshtock
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