Holiday Faire
Held inside the historic house at Shadelands Ranch, this seasonal market features dozens of vendors offering gifts of every description. Visitors can browse through rooms overflowing with handcrafted items.
What to Expect
Historic home filled with handcrafted gifts from dozens of local vendors.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Walnut Creek Historical Society
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Holiday shoppers and gift seekers
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission and parking are free.
- Hours: Daily 10 AM–4 PM; December 5 and December 12, 2026 only, 10 AM–5 PM.
- Parking: Parking is free.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve Holiday Tea seats by phone well ahead of your visit, because every tea needs a reservation and they are sold separately from the Faire.
- Visit on Saturday, December 5 or 12 if you want extra browsing time, since the Faire stays open an hour later on those days.
- Book a Champagne Tea on December 5 or 12 to finish a day of shopping with tea at Shadelands Ranch.
- Crafters who want to sell at the Faire should fill out the vendor application from the Walnut Creek Historical Society.
Special Events & Promotions
- Extended hours on Saturday, December 5, and Saturday, December 12.
- Champagne Teas on Saturday, December 5, and Saturday, December 12, by reservation.
- Holiday Tea sittings every day of the Faire, by reservation and sold separately.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I find at the Faire?
The historic house at Shadelands Ranch fills with handcrafted items and gifts of every description, from dozens of vendors.
Is there parking?
Yes, and parking is free.
Can I have tea while I'm there?
Yes, but Holiday Teas are booked separately and need a reservation. There are sittings every day, plus Champagne Teas on Saturday, December 5, and Saturday, December 12. Tickets are sold by phone at 925-935-7871.
How can I become a vendor?
Fill out the vendor application from the Walnut Creek Historical Society.
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