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Inaugural Artivál Art Festival in East San Diego County

Artivál Art Festival
Downtown El Cajon Business Partners
Artivál Art Festival
Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10 AM to 6 PM
Main & Magnolia
All Ages
Free
Free Admission / Food and drinks available for purchase

A new cultural tradition is coming to East County! On Saturday, June 7, 2025, Downtown El Cajon will debut Artivál, East San Diego County’s first-ever arts festival. The free, open-air celebration brings together local creatives, musicians, food and drink vendors, and the community to highlight the city’s cultural identity.

Held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the heart of Downtown El Cajon at Main & Magnolia, the free festival kicks off the summer season with a vibrant showcase of more than 50 artists and makers, interactive installations, live music, and gourmet food trucks. For those 21 and up, East County Arts Association has curated a ticketed Wine & Beer Garden experience that adds an elevated experience with tastings from local wineries, craft brew, and beverage brands.

Archana Verma, a San Diego-based graphic designer
Archana Verma
Archana Verma, a San Diego-based graphic designer

Artivál’s mission is clear – to transform Downtown El Cajon’s public spaces into a living canvas, spark cultural dialogue, and create lasting access to the arts in a part of San Diego that’s long been underserved by creative programming. Featuring a dynamic lineup of visual and performing artists, from rising talents to veteran creatives, Artivál celebrates the full spectrum of local artistry across disciplines and cultures.

Charlene Mosley artwork
Charlene Mosley
Charlene Mosley artwork

FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS

· Art Walk (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): A vibrant outdoor gallery featuring local and regional artists across diverse mediums.

Artwork by Jared Lazar
Jared Lazar
Artwork by Jared Lazar

· Food Trucks (10 a.m. – 6 p.m.): Flavor-packed bites from East County’s favorite mobile kitchens.

· Wine & Beer Garden (Noon – 6 p.m.): Guests 21+ can sip and relax with beverages JuneShine, Flying Embers, Burning Beard Brewery, The Tap Truck East San Diego, Granite Lion Winery, Fog Wine Co., and Snake Oil Co.

· Live Music (Noon – 6 p.m.):
- Cassie B (11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.): High-energy pop, funk, and soul.
- Kimba Light (2:45 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.): Latin, funk, and Afro-Caribbean fusion.

Cassie B and band
Cassie B and band

EVENT DETAILS
WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2025. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
WHERE: Main & Magnolia, El Cajon, CA 92020

TICKETS: FREE Entry

Katherine Kennedy artwork
Katherine Kennedy
Katherine Kennedy artwork

Wine & Beer Garden:
- 10 Tastings Tickets - $45.00*
- 5 Tastings Tickets - $25.00*
*Tasting = 1 Ticket
*Full Pour = 2 Tickets

 Cocktail Tickets: $15 each

Wine & Beer Garden Tickets and Cocktail tickets will only be available for purchase onsite (cash or card). Wine & Beer Garden Tickets will be sold at the entrance within the fenced garden, while Cocktail Tickets will be sold at Belly Bar next to Snake Oil Canopy.

To learn more, visit www.artivalsandiego.com.

Tan Rose
Tan Rose

“El Cajon is one of the most diverse cities in the county, and yet, East County has never had an arts festival to call its own,” said Chris Berg, Marketing & Engagement Manager for the City of El Cajon and Downtown El Cajon Business Partners’ Board Member. “Artivál is our way of creating a new tradition for the community and visitors to experience the city’s creativity. Plus, the sun is always shining in El Cajon in June!”

Dates and times of events are subject to change without notice. Always check the event organizer's website for the most updated schedule before attending.