37th Annual Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire To Feature 30+ Vendors

OCCIDENTAL, CA — Still shopping for the good boys and girls on your list? The 37th Annual Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire is happening Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 9-10, and is a great place to find special gifts.

Nestled in the redwoods in the historic town of Occidental, the two-day event features unique arts and crafts from over 30 local vendors. Lunch and baked goods are also for sale, and there is a one-of-a-kind bucket raffle.

For entertainment, there are performances by the Occidental Community Choir and the West County Ukulele Club — and of course, a visit from Santa himself.

Admission is free. The event runs 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 9, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, at Occidental Community Center, 3920 Bohemian Highway.

"A great way to spend the day, support local artists, and build community while celebrating the season," according to organizers with the Occidental Community Council.

The Occidental Community Council sponsors the event each year on the second full weekend of December. The all-volunteer, nonprofit group puts all proceeds from the faire back into the community.