Festivals, Feasts & Fairs

SAN MATEO--The Sugarloaf Art Fair, a juried show with more than 200 artisans, comes to the Bay area, Nov. 8-10. Held at the San Mateo County Expo Center, the show will feature works by artisans from 27 states, representing a variety of media, including stained glass, precious metals and pottery. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily. $5, general; free for children under 12. On Delaware Street. (800) 210-9900.

AUBURN--Get a jump on holiday shopping and fun at the 12th annual Auburn Christmas Craft Marketplace and Music Festival, Nov. 9-10 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds. More than 200 craft and graphic artists will be showcased, plus an eclectic lineup of live music on three stages. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $5, general; $4, seniors; $1, children 6-12; free for children under 6. (209) 533-3473.

TEMECULA--Pedal through wine country in the 10th annual Vineyards Off-Road Mountain Bike Classic on Nov. 10. The ride starts and finishes at the Temecula Crest Winery, 40620 Calle Contento. Registration is 7:30-8:45 a.m.; ride will start at 9 a.m. Participants choose a six- or 12-mile course or a 22-mile obstacle course. $25. (909) 676-3647.

REDLANDS--The Wildlife Art Festival will be held at the San Bernardino County Museum, Nov. 22-24. In addition to 34 wildlife artists, the event features entries from the Federal Duck Stamp and Junior Duck Stamp competitions, live animals (Saturday and Sunday only), conservation and education booths and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $5.75, general; $4.75, seniors and students; $3.75, children 2-12; free for members. 2024 Orange Tree Lane. (909) 798-8570..

EL CAJON--A Southern California pre-holiday tradition, the Mother Goose Parade, will travel down Main Street on Nov. 24. The event, celebrating its 50th year, will step off at 12:30 p.m. at Main and Chambers streets, traveling east on Main to 2nd Street, then north on 2nd to Madison Avenue. (619) 444-8712.

Call listed phone numbers for directions.