Catalina art fair and exhibition
From plein air masters to amateur photographers, Catalina Island inspires creativity. The island’s natural beauty, dramatic seascapes and the quaint charm of Avalon all call out to be immortalized and for generations artists have answered that call.
Thanks to the Catalina Art Association, art fans and artists have two chances to celebrate art on the island. The Catalina Festival of Art, scheduled this year for Sept. 18-20, has a nearly six decade history, making it one of the longest running events on the island. Spring has brought an additional event with the Catalina Art Fair and Exhibition. Held each year on Easter weekend, the CAFÉ show, while smaller than the fall festival, still brings the wonder of art to Avalon’s picturesque waterfront.
Scheduled this year for April 3 to 5, the Catalina Art Fair and Exhibition has become a popular addition to the Avalon event calendar. Artists and other vendor set up booths along front street, more formally known as Crescent Avenue, Avalon’s waterfront promenade. In addition to shopping, art fans will also discover children’s activities, educational opportunities and live entertainment.