SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026
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SHEEP SHEARING & HERDING DEMONSTRATIONS:
Watch expert shearers transform fluffy sheep into sleek, comfortable animals while skilled herders guide their flocks with remarkable precision. Get up close to witness these time-honored agricultural traditions in action, ask questions, and discover the care and technique behind every snip and whistle. Perfect for curious minds of all ages!
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:
Follow wool’s transformation from fleece to fabric through five interactive stations: shearing, skirting, carding, spinning, and weaving. Pick up your own wool sample, try your hand at drop-spindle spinning, and add your creation to our community weaving project. Experience the “slow cloth” process firsthand and discover your connection to the textiles you wear every day.
FIBER ARTIST & MAKERS GALLERY:
Explore stunning fiber art creations from talented Bay Area artists in our curated gallery—or showcase your own work! Browse vendor tables featuring unique handmade goods, meet the makers behind beautiful woolen treasures, and find inspiration for your next creative project.
MUSIC, FOOD & MORE:
Savor delicious bites from Little Sky Bakery, Zaida’s Kitchen, Roadhouse 48, and Penny Ice Creamery, or pack your own picnic. Spread out a blanket, kick off your shoes, and dance barefoot in the grass to live music while the kids roam free in nature’s playground.
FESTIVAL MAP:
FAQ’s
Where should I park?
Parking is at Foothill College. The 5 minute shuttle to Hidden Villa will pick you up at your ticket time at Foothill College and return continuously to bring guests back to their vehicles. Parking at Hidden Villa is reserved for staff and guests with accessibility needs.
What if I have accessibility needs that would make it difficult to take the shuttle?
If you have accessibility or sensory needs that will make taking the shuttles difficult please contact
[email protected]. Please note that strollers are not considered mobility assistive devices
What should I bring to the Sheep Shearing & Fiber Arts Festival?
This is a primarily outdoor event. Please dress for the weather, wear walking shoes and sunscreen and bring a reusable water bottle. There will be hydration stations scattered throughout the festival.
What is equity pricing?
Hidden Villa is for everyone! Our equity pricing aims to remove/lower financial barriers to entry so that anyone in our community can come join our celebration of fiber.
Can I visit Hidden Villa on May 2nd without going to the festival?
No, all guests to the farm must have a ticket to the Festival. If you would like to visit the farm or hike our trails without going to the festival, you are welcome to visit on another day.
I'm an artisan who wants to show my work, a craftsperson who wants to show my craft, or a volunteer who wants to support the festival. How do I get involved?
We’d love to have you be a part of our Festival! Please fill out our participation interest
FORM.
