California/Nevada Festivals & Events Association

California/Nevada Festivals & Events Association Helping members to achieve the goals of their festivals and events by providing networking, education, and leadership development opportunities.

Join Us https://form.jotform.com/53124256537151 The purpose of CalFest is to assist members in achieving the goals of their events by providing opportunities for improvement through networking, education, and leadership development. We do this to enhance the quality of life in our communities and promote a better understanding of special events. CalFest works to:
o Promote awareness of issues affe

cting the festival & event industry
o Foster and support the arts, cultural heritage, community recognition, sports, recreation, and tourism
o Recognize and reward professionalism in the state’s festival & events industry

JOIN US December 29th - January 1st for the CalFest exclusive Rose Parade Backstage Experience. 2026 Theme “THE MAGIC IN...
10/09/2025

JOIN US December 29th - January 1st for the CalFest exclusive Rose Parade Backstage Experience. 2026 Theme “THE MAGIC IN TEAMWORK”

What sets the CalFest Backstage Experience apart from a regular Rose Parade visit? It’s the exclusive access, curated programming, and camaraderie among festival and event professionals who share a deep appreciation for what it takes to orchestrate live celebrations. www.calfest.org

Thats A Wrap! CalFest 30th Annual Convention
04/29/2025

Thats A Wrap! CalFest 30th Annual Convention

Thats A Wrap! CalFest 30th Annual Convention 2025 Convention Apr 29 Written By Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director Cruising To Success! Cruising To Success!The curtains have closed on a spectacular CalFest 30th Annual Convention, an event that brought together industry leaders, innovators, and e...

SO MANY memories to share once we catch up on sleep, but in the meantime, here's a fun pic of those who were still stand...
04/11/2025

SO MANY memories to share once we catch up on sleep, but in the meantime, here's a fun pic of those who were still standing at the end of our gala dinner! THANK YOU so much to all of our fantastic speakers, Executive Director Carol Popejoy Davis, volunteer board, attendees, behind the scenes host , Presenting Sponsor , Program Sponsor and all of our partners -- who we'll be spotlighting soon -- who made such a fantastic experience! Don't forget to tag us in your posts!

Grab a One-Day Badge!, Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director,
03/29/2025

Grab a One-Day Badge!, Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director,

Join us in San Diego on Weds, Apr 9 or Thurs, Apr 10!

Connect, Grow and Have Some Fun at CalFest 2025, Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director,
03/21/2025

Connect, Grow and Have Some Fun at CalFest 2025, Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director,

Connect, Grow and Have Some Fun at CalFest 2025

Event Professionals Happy Hour at CPRS 2025,
03/19/2025

Event Professionals Happy Hour at CPRS 2025,

All NorCal area event organizers are invited to attend and have a drink on us!

Learnings from a First year Festival
03/18/2025

Learnings from a First year Festival

Unpack key takeaways from producing a 10,000 person one day music festival for a city in Texas!

Learnings from a First-Year Festival!Ever wondered what it takes to bring a 10,000-person music festival to life? Join S...
03/18/2025

Learnings from a First-Year Festival!

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a 10,000-person music festival to life? Join Stephen Clayon, as he unpacks key takeaways from producing a major one-day festival in Texas!

✨ What You’ll Get From This Session:
🎤 How to go from an idea to a real, thriving festival
🎟️ How to book the right acts & create a lineup that fans love
🏗️ What goes on behind the scenes to pull it all together

If you're planning events, this session is a must! And hey, if you haven’t signed up for CalFest 2025 yet… what are you waiting for?

🔗 Register today: https://tickets.eventhub.net/e/2025-calfest-annual-convention

🎉 Join CalFest 2025 and Expand Your Network!Ready to connect with fellow event professionals? Take advantage of these ex...
03/17/2025

🎉 Join CalFest 2025 and Expand Your Network!

Ready to connect with fellow event professionals? Take advantage of these exclusive networking sessions at CalFest 2025 to connect, learn, and grow!

🤝 First Timers Networking Session
📅 April 8 | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM PDT
Kickstart your conference with expert tips, meet fellow attendees, and enjoy a fun passport-themed peer-to-peer scavenger hunt!

🔄 Affinity Groups (Peer-Round Tables)
📅 April 9 | 11:10 AM - 12:00 PM PDT
Engage in roundtable discussions designed to help you network with peers from different event sectors.

✨ Don’t miss this chance to connect and collaborate!

👉 Register now: https://tickets.eventhub.net/e/2025-calfest-annual-convention

Hotel Room Block Deadline + Full Program Summary,Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director
03/15/2025

Hotel Room Block Deadline + Full Program Summary,Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director

Book Now: Hotel Reservation Deadline is March 21st

Join the Event Security Pre-Conference Workshop at CalFest 2025 and learn from San Diego’s Special Event Operations Unit...
03/12/2025

Join the Event Security Pre-Conference Workshop at CalFest 2025 and learn from San Diego’s Special Event Operations Unit on how to keep your event safe and secure.

📅 Tuesday, April 8 | 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM PDT
📍 Sheraton Mission Valley, San Diego

✅ Threat Assessment & Risk Mitigation
✅ Crowd Management & Emergency Response
✅ Cybersecurity & Law Enforcement Collaboration

Don’t leave safety to chance—get expert insights from Ed LaValle & Josh Dafoe and be prepared for anything!

🔗 Register now: https://tickets.eventhub.net/e/2025-calfest-annual-convention/tickets

Day 2 KeynoteThe Power of Stakeholder-Driven Success,Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director, https://calfest.org/blog/t...
03/12/2025

Day 2 KeynoteThe Power of Stakeholder-Driven Success,Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director, https://calfest.org/blog/the-power-of-stakeholder ,

Day 2 KeynoteThe Power of Stakeholder-Driven Success 2025 Convention Mar 12 Written By Carol Popejoy-Davis, Executive Director Lessons from the Nation’s #1 Wine & Food Festival Join Michelle Metter, Co-Founder and Executive Producer of the San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival, as she reveals the sec...

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Temecula, CA
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The purpose of CalFest is to assist members in achieving the goals of their events by providing opportunities for improvement through networking, education, and leadership development. We do this to enhance the quality of life in our communities and promote a better understanding of special events. CalFest works to: o Promote awareness of issues affecting the festival & event industry. o Foster and support the arts, cultural heritage, community recognition, sports, recreation, and tourism. o Recognize and reward professionalism in the state’s festival & events industry.

Join us at: https://form.jotform.com/53124256537151