We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to pick the 27 best craft & maker events in the Bay Area between August 15 and August 21. Updated daily.
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Highlights for August 15 – August 22
Family Art Making (de Young / Legion of Honor)
A drop‑in table where practicing artists guide families through a hands‑on art project inspired by current exhibitions. Saturday, August 15, 11 am–3 pm. Free or charge. Ages 8+; no registration required.
Kid Makers @ Schaberg (Schaberg Branch Library, Redwood City)
Community craft session where kids create projects together in the Schaberg Branch Library. Saturday, August 15, 11 am. Ages 5‑9; supplies limited, drop‑in.
Slime Saturday (Coyote Hills Visitors Center, Fremont)
Guides explain slime adaptations and families make their own slime to take home. Saturday, August 15, 1 pm. All ages; parent must accompany child; no registration.
Botanical Dyes (Tilden Nature Area, Berkeley)
A short walk to collect elderberries and create natural dyes from the berries. Sunday, August 16, 11 am. Ages 8+; parent needed; drop‑in, no registration.
Summerween Crafts and Fun! (Mt. Pleasant, San Jose)
Hands‑on Summer‑themed crafts, a scavenger hunt, and sensory bins celebrating a playful version of Halloween. Monday, August 17, 10 am–11 am. Free. Ages 0‑10; free and no registration required.
Sager Family Farm: Lip Balm STEAM Workshop (Teen Corner, San Carlos)
Participants mix beeswax, coconut oil and flavors to create personalized lip balm while learning the science behind the ingredients. Wednesday, August 18, 2 pm–3 pm. Free. Ages 10+; free, no registration.
Palo Alto Festival of the Arts (Downtown Palo Alto (University Avenue))
A city‑wide arts festival with artist booths, live music, kids’ chalk‑a‑lot, and live demos of artistic techniques. Saturday, August 22, 10 am–6 pm. Free. All ages; free admission and parking.
Our best picks: craft & maker events in the Bay Area — August 15–21
Sunday, August 16
1,000 Ways to Hold is the culmination of a year-long participatory project by Stanford Arts’ 2025–26 Visiting Artist Erika Chong Shuch, rooted in conversation and clay. Developed in response to a moment shaped by loneliness, fragmentation, and uncertainty, the project proposes a tender, human-scale intervention: two pe…
TILDEN NATURE AREA: A dash of pink, a hint of purple, maybe a rich grey? Have botanical color at your fingerprints as we explore how color is harnessed from nature. We will take a short walk to look for elderberries and explore how to create unique dye from its berries. Ages 8+. Parent participation required. Walk Acce…
BIG BREAK: Explore the natural world through storytelling. Craft a puppet, create your own story, play with friends and enjoy a seasonal puppet show. 11:00am-11:45am Craft and Playtime 11:45am-12:00pm Puppet Show Drop-in program, no registration. Free Program. Meet at the Visitor Center. Adult participation required. F…
Step into the world of creativity and innovation! This hands-on session invites adults and teens to discover the tools available at Millbrae Library’s makerspace. Whether you’re looking to take a break from work or studying, or just want to make something fun, this is the perfect opportunity to explore new hobbies and…
Join us to help complete a paint-by-numbers acrylic canvas mural that will be installed at Albany Library. All paint and materials will be provided by Brushstrokes For the Bay . All ages are welcome! Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be photog…
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Monday, August 17
Join us for some not-too-spooky Summerween Crafts and educational STEM Fun! Go on a Spooky Scavenger Hunt! Try our Witch Hat Ring Toss! Float a Parachuting Ghost! Experience our Creepy Crawly Sensory bins! Pin the Tail on a Zombie! Make a Jack-o'-melon! What is Summerween? A playful, summer-themed version of Halloween…
Join us every Monday and be a Maker! Discover what you can make using our library maker tools. Sometimes techy, sometimes crafty, always fun! No registration is required; first-come, first-served. Today, we're changing things up a bit! We will be exploring our vast gaming collection, like the PlayStation 5, Nintendo Sw…
Tuesday, August 18
Sewing Machine Basics is for adults age 18+ who want to learn how to use a sewing machine. This class is for curious beginners looking for a fun new skill! Each participant must sign a waiver form before attending the class. We will start signing forms at 2:30 p.m. and begin the class at 3 p.m. Learn the basics, from t…
Join us for a drop-in freehand sketching and drawing session with charcoal, graphite, colored pencils and pastels. Supplies provided. All ages and all abilities are welcome! In the Community Room. Sponsored by Friends of the Redwood City Public Library More Information Contact: Jonathan Hall Phone: (650)780-7047 Email:…
Are you ready to dive into the wonderful world of sewing? Join us in the Atherton Makerspace every third Tuesday of the month for Jr. Sewing Machine Basics . If you're a curious beginner or just looking for a fun new skill, Jr. Sewing is the perfect starting point. This class is specifically designed for kids aged 6-18…
Join us at Fremont Main Library for a Creative Reuse Workshop with LEAF ! LEAF is a local educational nonprofit empowering people to learn, connect, and grow food together. Craft colorful fabric art with crayons! In this workshop, we will learn how to make easy fabric art with crayons! Together we will turn a piece of…
Wednesday, August 19
Ever wonder what you can do in our Makerspace? Here is your chance to find out! Come explore the technologies we have to offer in the Makerspace! We'll have a surprise assortment of equipment ready for tinkering! Today's project is constructing a miniature bee watering station from shells. This addition to any plant po…
Join us for a hands-on Korean cultural workshop where participants will make their own traditional-style lotus lantern. Through this activity, participants will learn about Korean culture, creativity, and the meaning of lanterns as symbols of light, hope, and good wishes. Each participant will take home their handmade…
Unwind and discover your creative side! Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a relaxed, guided crafting session. All supplies are included, and no experience is needed—just bring your curiosity. Each session varies, you can check the list below to see what is going on each session. July 15th: Sand Art…
The Creative Software Workshop is a time for you to learn to create something new with the multitude of creative software we have available through our libraries. It is also an opportunity to share projects you've been working on, as well as get advice on anything related. In this session, you will learn to explore the…
Thursday, August 20
Join us each week this Summer in the Teen Center for something Lowkey Creative! Try a new craft each week; low stress guaranteed. All materials will be provided. For grades: 6-12. Sponsored by Friends of the Redwood City Public Library More Information: Contact: Molly Cronin Phone: (650)780-7146 Email: mcronin@redwoodc…
Join us for our Summer Finale featuring Coventry & Kaluza – Circus & Comedy! From 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM, award-winning circus comedians Coventry & Kaluza bring a variety of skills and thrills to their show, featuring juggling, acrobatics, music, comedy, and high numbers of hula-hooping. It’s interactive fun for the whole f…
Dive into watercolor with a colorful school of fish! Learn simple painting techniques from local artist Kristina Eng while exploring bright palettes, playful patterns, and flowing shapes in this relaxing, beginner-friendly workshop. No experience necessary. All supplies provided. No drawing skills required. No experien…
BIG BREAK: Every third Thursday of the month friends gather together on the patio for social hour. Enjoy Big Break themed mocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Relax with an art project and an evening time stroll in the park. Adult participation only. 18+ years Drop-in program, no registration. Free Program. Meet at the Visito…
Friday, August 21
Follow along with interior designer and architect Ana Sofia Guerreiro to create your own Portuguese azulejo tile. Learn about the history, design and inspiration of Portuguese architecture and azulejo tiles. Room: Library Program Room, Sunnyvale Main Library Audience: Adults 18+ Registration: Required Register for Unea…
Braid your own challah to take home and bake, filling your kitchen with the comforting aroma of tradition and joy.
Try out our new handheld engravers and engrave a keychain that you can take home. All supplies and instructions included, so just bring yourself (and a friend).
This week, we'll build and decorate mini wooden birdhouses. All supplies will be provided. Free. No registration required. For ages 6 and up. Staff might limit the number of craft kits per family to ensure more families can participate. Supplies are limited so priority will be given to children and teens who are presen…
Saturday, August 22
BIG BREAK: Celebrate flavors of the Delta! We will make our own ice cream with custom flavors like savory asparagus and more! Drop-in program, no registration. Meet at the Visitor Center. Adult participation required. For information, call: (510) 544-3050.
¡Crea, elabora, colabora! ¡Un espacio abierto para crear, aprender y experimentar! Durante Sábado Makers, puedes usar el equipo del Espacio Maker para trabajar en tus propios proyectos, explorar nuevas ideas y recibir apoyo básico por parte del personal. Equipo disponible para usar durante el evento: Máquina de coser B…
More than 250 fine artists to browse and shop, continuous live music on multiple stages, an Italian Street Painting Expo, kids’ Chalk-a-Lot, play a piano at Chopin & Chandeliers, yummy food and drink, and new this year - Artistry in Action, in which artists will be demoing their techniques live!