Nearly Three Decades of Creativity at the Coast
Join Us for the 28th Annual Art in the Village
The Carlsbad Village Association proudly presents the 28th Annual Art in the Village—a vibrant, one-day, open-air celebration of fine art, creativity, and community. This free event returns to the heart of Carlsbad Village on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 10:00am to 6:00pm for a full day of creativity at the coast!
About the Event
Downtown Carlsbad Village transforms into a dynamic outdoor gallery spanning four blocks, featuring 160 local and regional artists. Attendees can explore an impressive array of original works, including paintings, photography, sculpture, glasswork, and more.
Visitors will have the opportunity to:
- Meet the artists behind the work
- Enjoy live artist demonstrations including sculpting and painting
- Experience live chalk art, where artists create vibrant street art throughout the day
- Watch a mural come to life by local artist Taylor Gallegos
- See first-hand Carlsbad's all solar powered vehicle by Aptera Motors, which is a piece of art in itself
The City of Carlsbad’s Cultural Arts team will also host a hands-on Pop-Up Art booth—an engaging, family-friendly activity space for all ages. Come create with your family and take home some memories.
Main Stage Performances
The Main Stage will feature live performances throughout the day, including special appearances by cast members from Hairspray, currently playing at New Village Arts.
- Hairspray Cast (New Village Arts) | 10:00–10:30 AM
- Zavala Sol | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
- Hairspray Cast (New Village Arts) | 1:30–3:30 PM
- David Spitzfaden | 4:00–6:00 PM
Visitors can also stop by the Carlsbad Village Music Stage, hosted by Carlsbad Village Music, the Village’s own music school. In addition to live performances by students and instructors, families can enjoy interactive, hands-on musical activities designed for kids of all ages.
As you stroll through the festival, you’ll discover talented musicians performing throughout the Village, adding to the creative atmosphere around every corner.
Featured sidewalk performers include:
- Israel Maldonado
- Jesse Ray Smith
- Robin Henkel
- Brianna Grace
- Maxwell Doty
- Rachel Jay
- Elizabeth Bowersox
- Dylan Razwick
- Thea the Band
- Jesse London
Location
Nestled just steps from the beach, Carlsbad Village offers a charming backdrop of boutique shops, cozy cafés, and local restaurants—making it the perfect destination for a day immersed in art and culture.
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Our 2026 Sponsors
A special thank you to the generosity of all our amazing sponsors. As Brazilian artist Romero Britto said, "Art is too important not to share." Thank you to each of our sponsors for helping make the 28th Annual Art in the Village a gift to Carlsbad Village.