These fairs tend to run tighter than big civic festivals — fewer booths means you can actually talk to the person who made what you're buying, and the food vendors are usually the same quality you'd find at a standalone pop-up rather than a watered-down festival operator. If past editions are a guide, early afternoon is when the good stuff moves, so don't show up at the tail end expecting full tables.

Nearest BART will depend on the confirmed venue — check back once the address drops. If you're driving, search the venue address first; street parking in most neighborhoods where these run is manageable on weekends before noon.

If you only have two hours: Walk the full loop once before buying anything. Vendors notice return visitors and conversations open up. Then go back for the two or three things you actually want.