UP TO 135 ARTISANS | FALL THEMED ART INTERACTIONS | LIVE MUSIC | FESTIVE CELEBRATIONS
OCTOBER 25 & 26, 2025
Join us for the Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Arts Festival, a two-day outdoor event that showcases some of the Southwest's finest artisans across all mediums, including fashion, home goods, painting, metalwork, woodworking, and more. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with autumn-themed activities tailored for the whole family, set against the picturesque backdrop of the bustling Oro Valley Marketplace Shopping Center.
The festival features up to 125 talented artists, offering a diverse array of handcrafted goods. Enjoy strolling musicians who will add a melodic ambiance to your experience. Indulge in an unrivaled foodie experience presented by Tucson Foodie with up to 20 food vendors and purveyors, and sip on local brews in our lively beer garden. Witness live art demonstrations that showcase the creative process, and let the kids explore their creativity with pumpkin painting and other fall-centric crafts. Don’t miss the family photo opportunities with a stunning 20-foot pumpkin centerpiece, trick-or-treating, and costume contests that promise fun for all ages.
Located at the heart of Oro Valley, the Marketplace is an open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination at the corner of Oracle and Tangerine Roads, along the AZ 77 State Highway. With ease of access and ample parking, this venue provides the perfect setting for vendors and attendees alike to celebrate the best of fall. Come and experience the Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Arts Festival, where art, food, and autumn come together to create unforgettable memories.
The festival features up to 125 talented artists, offering a diverse array of handcrafted goods. Enjoy strolling musicians who will add a melodic ambiance to your experience. Indulge in an unrivaled foodie experience presented by Tucson Foodie with up to 20 food vendors and purveyors, and sip on local brews in our lively beer garden. Witness live art demonstrations that showcase the creative process, and let the kids explore their creativity with pumpkin painting and other fall-centric crafts. Don’t miss the family photo opportunities with a stunning 20-foot pumpkin centerpiece, trick-or-treating, and costume contests that promise fun for all ages.
Located at the heart of Oro Valley, the Marketplace is an open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination at the corner of Oracle and Tangerine Roads, along the AZ 77 State Highway. With ease of access and ample parking, this venue provides the perfect setting for vendors and attendees alike to celebrate the best of fall. Come and experience the Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Arts Festival, where art, food, and autumn come together to create unforgettable memories.
EVENT TIMESSaturday 10AM-4PM
Sunday 10AM-4PM |
EVENT LOCATIONOro Valley Marketplace
12155 N Oracle Rd Oro Valley, AZ 85737 |
ADMISSIONFree Admission
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Oro Valley Marketplace
12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 We are Oro Valley’s open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment destination, located at the corner of Oracle and Tangerine Roads. Visit us for a variety of specialty shops and national brands, popular restaurants to suit every appetite, and a Century Theatres Movie Theatre, all surrounded by exquisite mountain views. |
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ENTERTAINMENT & ARTS EXPERIENCES
The Oro Valley Fall Foodie & Art Festival will feature exciting and festive opportunities to celebrate the incoming Fall season with interactive activities, events and memorable event experiences.
- Pumpkin scavenger hunt throughout festival
- Take a picture with the Giant 26-foot pumpkin!
- Coloring and Leaf Rubbing Station
- Origami Station
- Fall Selfie Mural
- Grab and Go Art Activities
- Trick-or-treat stations for the family! - Participating artists will provide complimentary candy throughout the festival walkways. Look for the pumpkin back at each artisan station and simply say "TRICK OR TREAT"!
- Live music from touring and regional bands!
- Mini-Pumpkin Decorating
- Master Pumpkin Carving Demonstration with Food Network star Matt Harper - Join us from 10:30AM - 1:30PM with live pumpkin carving from Matt Harper, master pumpkin carver and sculptor who has appeared on TV and web features!
- Classic trucks on display
- Fall rock painting and stickers with BASIS Oro Valley
- Kids Art Activities from Frank Powers and the ComicBookmobile
- Halloween face painting from Sparkled Wing
- Oro Valley Historical Society hosting a History of Oro Valley Exhibit
- Artists & Makers Studios hosting an Oro Valley Artists Exhibit
- Timeless Play hosting kids activity table on Sunday - Visit Timeless Play at their Oro Valley Marketplace venue on Saturday to take advantage of a special discounted $10/hr childcare rate for new clients) 1880 E Tangerine Rd Ste 150, Oro Valley, AZ 85755 · (520) 955-4896
LIVE PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Saturday, October 26, 2024
10 AM - 12 PM | Fox and Bones (Americana)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Tesoro (Flamenco)
2 PM - 4 PM | Chris Baron & Two Secrets (Folk/Rock)
Afterhours music at Fork and Fire starting at 5 PM | The Beatle Brothers (Beatles tribute band)
Sunday, October 27, 2024
10 AM - 12:30 PM | Liz & Pete's Sparrows & the Last Train (Americana)
1 PM - 4 PM | Cochise County All-Stars (Country)
Afterhours music at Fork and Fire starting at 4:30 PM | Sean Lewis (Pop / Rock)
10 AM - 12 PM | Fox and Bones (Americana)
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | Tesoro (Flamenco)
2 PM - 4 PM | Chris Baron & Two Secrets (Folk/Rock)
Afterhours music at Fork and Fire starting at 5 PM | The Beatle Brothers (Beatles tribute band)
Sunday, October 27, 2024
10 AM - 12:30 PM | Liz & Pete's Sparrows & the Last Train (Americana)
1 PM - 4 PM | Cochise County All-Stars (Country)
Afterhours music at Fork and Fire starting at 4:30 PM | Sean Lewis (Pop / Rock)
PERFORMER BIOS & DETAILS
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Fox and Bones
Americana Performing Saturday 10 AM – 12 PM Scott Gilmore and Sarah Vitort are Fox and Bones—energetic offbeat folksters with a retro-tinged, soul-stirring, modern vintage bent. The indomitable duo has brought their optimistic Americana polish to international stages shared with the likes of Rayland Baxter, The Dead South, ZZ Ward, Fantastic Cat and ALO among others. Fox and Bones’ fourth album titled "Long Time Honey” is a collaboration with esteemed songwriter Greg Holden and has received international acclaim for its upbeat and heartfelt songwriting. Zona Emergente (Mexico) praised the duo, stating, "They manage to make you feel like you can take on the world", while Naga Mag (Greece) lauded, "The much-loved vocals are so familiar and warm that you feel the love overflowing inside you" and Americana Highways (US) beamed Long Time Honey “should rightly be considered one of the best Americana albums of the year”. Their hardworking artistic output has earned them first place at the 2023 Tucson Folk Festival songwriting contest and second place in the International Acoustic Music Awards, amongst other accolades. In between their rigorous tour schedule, the duo founded Portland’s Folk Festival: an annual, three-night celebration of folk and Americana music at the iconic Crystal Ballroom in their hometown of Portland, Oregon. https://foxandbones.com |
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Tesoro
Flamenco Performing Saturday 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Tesoro beautifully and adeptly mixes the diverse styles of puro flamenco, rumba, cumbia, Latin pop and rock along with a perfect measure of funk and blues – all the while incorporating its signature powerful rhythms into infectiously heartfelt, unforgettably passionate, romantically catchy tunes. Tesoro’s songs are richly textured and beautifully complex while remaining completely accessible. The band features Justin Fernandez (Guitar) and Brian Scott (Guitar). Learn more at https://www.instagram.com/tesoromusic/ |
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Chris Baron & Two Secrets
Folk/Rock Performing Saturday 2 PM – 4 PM Chris Baron is a model singer-songwriter with a slew of secrets and a big band sound that really brings the lumber. Gleefully tight and loose with a tractor-beam stage presence, he runs rampant west of the Rockies (+ Texas!) making music that is pleasing to the senses. https://www.chrisbaronmusic.com |
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Liz & Pete’s Sparrows & the Last Train
Americana Performing Sunday 10 AM – 12:30 PM Liz Cerepanya and Peter Dalton Ronstadt joined musical forces in 2019 to explore material old and new. Liz's heartfelt voice with Pete's haunting harmonies and rich guitar arrangements brought forth a new sound - Liz & Pete’s Sparrows & The Last Train. Whether just the two Sparrows or accompanied by The Last Train, you will find yourself transported into the musical wonderland of the Postmodern American West, highlighted by the roots and americana of Tucson, and the grit and beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Soulful and haunting harmonies along with arrangements which captivate the mind and tug at the heart. https://lizandpetemusic.com |
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Cochise County All-Stars
Country Performing Sunday 1 PM – 4 PM The Cochise County All-Stars musical journey began in 2007 as a honky-tonk band playing the jukebox favorites that were popular when Route 66 was Main St. USA. The years and a few natural personnel changes have led to an evolved group of seasoned veterans who perform songs they love... style or genre be damned! A typical CCAS show is a genre-jumping smorgasbord of eclectic music that could feature a Hank Williams tune back-to-back with a Latin rock instrumental followed by a tasteful rock tune from the 1960s. It all seems to work when you have a group of excellent musicians who have coalesced from a variety of backgrounds, both geographically and experientially. https://www.facebook.com/p/Cochise-County-All-Stars-100063546939714/ |
FOOD VENDORS
The Tucson Foodie experience
The Oro Valley Fall Foodie and Art Festival is proud to partner with Tucson Foodie to elevate the culinary experience and bring together some of the best food around! Whether you’re craving your favorite comfort foods or want to try something totally new, there’s going to be something delicious for everyone to enjoy. It’s a fun way to explore different flavors and enjoy a day filled with tasty bites, cool art, and lots of family fun!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
- 520 Taco Stop - Authentic Mexican flavors from tacos and burritos to quesadillas and enchiladas, there is something for everyone.
- Cinnaholic: Custom vegan cinnamon rolls with endless toppings.
- Cooks Kettle Corn: Classic, fresh kettle corn with the perfect sweet-salty balance.
- Dante's Fire: Elevated comfort food with bold, inventive twists.
- Del Cielo Tamales Restaurant: Handmade, traditional Mexican tamales.
- Espressoul: Artisan coffee brewed to perfection with sustainable focus.
- Fiesta Filipina: Authentic Filipino Street food bursting with vibrant flavors.
- Lovin' Spoonfuls: Hearty vegan comfort foods packed with flavor.
- Malta Joe's Baked Goods: Savory Maltese pastizzi filled with Mediterranean-inspired goodness.
- Mex-Sal: Mexican and Salvadoran fusion dishes with bold, authentic flavors.
- Oh Wow! Mini Donuts: Hot, fresh mini donuts with a variety of fun toppings.
- Pupuseria Rositas: Traditional Salvadoran pupusas filled with savory goodness.
- Substance Diner: Vegan comfort food classics served with a modern twist.
- Transit Tea: Fresh, craft teas and refreshing healthy drinks.
- Yum Yum Pocha: Korean street food offering savory bites from Korea to Oro Valley.
SATURDAY
- Churros Inzunza: Family-run churro spot offering fresh, traditional sweet treats.
- Eatgypt: Food truck that specializes in serving vegetarian and vegan Egyptian-inspired dishes
- Mafia Kitchen: Bold, mafia-inspired Italian dishes full of rich flavors.
- NYC+Sonoran Street Food: Blending the bold flavors of New York City Street food with the rich, vibrant tastes of Sonoran cuisine for a unique, mouthwatering experience.
SUNDAY
- Big Sexy Chicken Wangs: Crispy, juicy wings with bold, flavorful heat.
- Bollywood Pizza Company: Unique Indian-inspired fusion pizzas bursting with spices and creativity.
- CowPig: Gourmet burgers and BBQ blending beef and pork for a flavorful experience.
- Dos Mujeres: Fresh tortillas and hearty pasties with Southwestern flavors.
- Haus of Brats: German sausages and brats offering an authentic taste of Germany.
- Purple Devil Donuts: Handcrafted donuts with bold flavors and vibrant colors.
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FESTIVAL TIPS & DETAILS
Parking is available free of charge at the Oro Valley Marketplace. The Oro Valley Marketplace is a large shopping center located in North Oro Valley. Parking is available within the large shopping center, surrounding the festival.
Please keep the weather in mind when you attend outdoor events and plan accordingly (bring water bottles, sunscreen, umbrellas, jackets, etc). Dogs are allowed at the event on leashes. A SAACA Information booth will be located in a central location onsite, to help answer any questions you may have upon arrival at the festival. Food and beverages are available onsite for purchase from food vendors, and at local shopping center restaurants.
Please keep the weather in mind when you attend outdoor events and plan accordingly (bring water bottles, sunscreen, umbrellas, jackets, etc). Dogs are allowed at the event on leashes. A SAACA Information booth will be located in a central location onsite, to help answer any questions you may have upon arrival at the festival. Food and beverages are available onsite for purchase from food vendors, and at local shopping center restaurants.