SUNDAY OCTOBER 25, 2026!
VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
links below
Celebrate the season at Gather on Grand, a new Downtown Escondido tradition inspired by our community, creativity, and agricultural heritage.
Stroll Grand Avenue and discover local artists, handcrafted goods, live music, seasonal flavors, family activities, interactive art, and unique shopping while enjoying the welcoming spirit of Downtown Escondido.
Additional attractions, entertainment, and special experiences will be announced throughout the summer.
Admission is free.
LIVE MUSIC
Free Live Music on multiple stages
Line Ups Coming Soon!
Our Sponsors
Retail, Craft & Art Vendors
Unique Hand Crafted Jewelry, Soap, Candles, Glassware, Clothing, Purses, Belts, Hats, Sunglasses, Jewelry, Cosmetics, Lotions, Succulents, Gifts, Teas, Home Decor, Sheets, Pillows, Tupperware, Scentsy, Mary Kay, Toys, Pet Clothing & Accessories, FREE Maker Projects for kids and more...
International & Artisan Food Vendors
BBQ, Mexican, Southern, Thai, Filipino, Curries, African, Hawaiian, Chinese, Italian, American, Gourmet Desserts, Kettle Corn, Funnel Cakes, Jerky, Hot Sauce, Vegetarian & Vegan Options, Jarred Foods, Coffee, Ice Cream, Shaved Ice, Bread & Bakery, Cakes, Cookies, Cotton Candy, and more...
Services & Information
Photo Booth, Interactive kids crafts, Tarot Reading, Insurance, Dental, Pharmacy, Skin Care, Health and Wellness, Banking, Voter Registration, Real Estate, Home Improvement & Repair, Solar, Pet Services, Community Sports & Clubs and more...
SHOP EAT DRINK
ART IN THE GARDEN
Art in the Garden at the Grand Avenue Festival, is a juried art show bringing many talented Southern California artists to Heritage Garden in the North East Corner of Juniper Street and Grand Avenue in Downtown Escondido to show and sell their work.
Shop directly from the artists, hear about their inspiration and how their art created. Enjoy live music and awesome festival food.
Presented by MAGEC and the Escondido Downtown Business Association.
APPLICATION IS OPEN
VENDOR APPLICATIONS
We will be accepting applications from amazing food, retail, artisan, craft, information vendors such as you soon.
EVENT SPONSORS
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
With your support of this free, local, non-profit, community event, you support small businesses in our beautiful downtown, local music talent, our growing arts community, multicultural and community performers.
LOCATION
Escondido means "Hidden City" but it's not hard to find. Just take the I-15 to 78 East and go South on Broadway. Grand Avenue in Downtown Escondido is just a few blocks down.