More than 200 artists, dozens of venues, 20-plus bands and performers, poets, and filmmakers will participate in ArtWalk Ventura, the area’s largest arts festival, Sept. 26-27, 2026. This free event will feature the work of artists in local galleries, businesses and restaurants, a large fine arts fair on the grounds of Mission Park, and artists in pop-up spots along Main Street. Two stages, one at the Albinger Archeological Museum and one at California & Main, will feature top local acts. CineFest, the annual film festival, will be held in the Century 10 theaters. Poetry readings will be at the Museum of Ventura County.