August 2026 Update:
The 30th Annual festival planning is well underway. We are continuing to revise, improve, and learn from our previous events at our current location in Harmony, CA. Information will continue to be posted here as it becomes available. Please contact us with any questions or comments, thank you.
Volunteer information including signup link/QR Code to be updated soon.
Vendor and Camping contracts, arts and vendors map now available for download.
General Festival information
The Big Sur Jade Festival features the best Jade and lapidary artists from around the country and beyond, world class musicians, drum circles every morning, and much more including and especially you!
Did you know: the Big Sur Jade Festival is an annual fundraising event. Our Michael Handy Summer Educational Grant Program provides financial assistance for students of the Pacific Valley School & the children of the Big Sur south coast. Other recipients have included the Big Sur Fire Brigade, Pacific Valley School, and other local organizations.
Donations also accepted by PayPal, scan the QR Code\image below on this page !
We'll see you soon again in Harmony, CA !!
Your contributions to the South Coast Community Land Trust will help us to meet our goals and continue supporting the students of Pacific Valley School and other local organizations.
Features jade and other lapidary arts by vendors from the USA, Canada, & New Zealand
in one of the largest lapidary shows of its type in the world
Demonstrations and Lectures are also free
Fundraiser for the students and children of the Big Sur South Coast Community and other local organizations.
World-class musicians create the atmosphere at our family-oriented event.
All are welcome to join the drum circle which starts each morning.
The festival also features selected art and fine food vendors.