Looking for a unique holiday shopping experience? If so, a trip to Laguna Beach for Sawdust’s Winter Fantasy is highly recommended. The 26th Annual Winter Fantasy at the Sawdust Art & Craft Festival features handcrafted art made by more than 175 artisans who create, display and sell their original pieces over the duration of five weekends. Shop for one-of-a-kind gifts that are sure to delight everyone on your list, from a range of art media including painting, photography, sculpture, clothing, jewelry, fused and blown glass, ceramics, textiles, woodwork, forged metals, and more.
Located in a 150-year-old eucalyptus grove in Laguna Canyon, the festival grounds feature a handcrafted village of artists set along sawdust-covered paths. For Winter Fantasy, the grounds are transformed into an outdoor winter wonderland, complete with live holiday entertainment, art classes and demonstrations, a petting zoo, and, of course, visits with Santa! Taking place every weekend until Sunday, December 18, the 26th Annual Winter Fantasy at the Sawdust Art & Craft Festival is guaranteed to get everyone in a merry holiday mood, especially with the stunning array of artwork and thousands of lights and holiday decorations.
Other special holiday highlights include the Toys for Tots holiday toy drive, Children’s Holiday Playhouse, magicians, puppeteers, holiday carolers, music of all genres, and a miniature train-village installation. Festival attendees can also enjoy four outdoor cafés, an espresso bar, a popcorn booth and the Sawdust Saloon, in addition to live entertainment by Pawnshop Kings, Kenny Hale Band, Kalama Brothers, Kelly Fitzgerald, Poul Pederson, Tricia Freeman Band, and Michael Ubaldini, among others.
With an amazing selection of hand-made art pieces, art classes and demonstrations, holiday decorations, live music, food and refreshments, Santa Claus visits, and more in an enchanting setting, Winter Fantasy is sure to become a cherished holiday tradition.
