Nearly Three Decades of Creativity at the Coast
The 29th Annual Art in the Village Returns June 27, 2027
The Carlsbad Village Association is proud to present the 29th Annual Art in the Village on Sunday, June 27, 2027, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
For nearly three decades, Art in the Village has transformed the heart of downtown Carlsbad into a vibrant open-air gallery celebrating fine art, creativity, and community. This free, one-day event brings thousands of residents and visitors to Carlsbad Village to discover original artwork, meet the artists behind it, and enjoy a full day of creativity just steps from the beach.
Call for Artists: Applications Are Now Open
Interested in being part of Art in the Village 2027? Artist applications are now open for the 29th Annual Art in the Village.
This juried fine art show welcomes artists working across a variety of mediums, including clay and ceramics, digital art, drawing, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and wood.
All artwork must be original and created by the applying artist. Artists interested in participating are encouraged to review the application details and submit their work for consideration.
APPLY TO ART IN THE VILLAGE 2027
About Art in the Village
Art in the Village is a signature Carlsbad Village tradition, bringing together an impressive collection of artists and thousands of art lovers for one of the community’s most anticipated annual events.
Throughout the Village, visitors can explore original artwork and connect directly with the artists who create it. From paintings, photography, and mixed media to ceramics, glass, jewelry, fiber, wood, metal, digital art, printmaking, and more, the event offers an extensive variety of work to discover and purchase.
Art in the Village is about more than the artist booths. The event also brings creativity to life throughout downtown with live music, artist demonstrations, interactive art experiences, and other special programming.
Event Details
Sunday, June 27, 2027
10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Carlsbad Village
Admission is free.
Nestled just steps from the beach, Carlsbad Village provides a beautiful coastal setting for a day immersed in art and culture. Visitors are encouraged to make a day of it by exploring the Village’s local shops, cafés, and restaurants while enjoying the event.
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2026 Artist Gallery
Explore the artists who participated in the 28th Annual Art in the Village. Browse the gallery below to discover their work, revisit a favorite artist, or find inspiration while we look forward to another incredible year of Art in the Village.