It’s nearly here—the San Francisco Art Fair is touching down in the Bay Area on April 17th-April 20th and there is so much to see.

This year, MOTHER is honored to be a partner at the fair, presenting a panel on “Motherhood & Art” on Saturday, April 19th (12pm-1pm), featuring artists Rupy C. Tut, Ton Mak, and Libby Black, and gallerists Jessica Silverman and Lauren Ryan (all pictured above). We will discuss both the inspiration and challenges posed by juggling an artistic career with motherhood, creative habits, shifting identities, how these inspiring women are raising their children, and much more.

Of course, our panel is just one of the dozens upon dozens of happenings to check out at this year’s event, located at the sprawling Fort Mason Festival Pavilion. You can check out the full lineup of presenting galleries, public and private programming at the fair, and events all around the Bay Area celebrating the San Francisco Art Fair‘s arrival.

Below, we asked the Director of San Francisco Art Fair, Kelly Freeman, to tell us about her highlights for this year’s event—including kid-friendly options for the whole family.

“As San Francisco’s longest-running art fair, we’re deeply rooted in the city’s vibrant arts ecosystem. This year, we’re proud to feature over 88 incredible exhibitors—both local and international—alongside 45 cultural partners, including Root Division and Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. More than just a fair, this event is a celebration of the Bay Area’s creative spirit, bringing together artists, collectors, and enthusiasts from San Francisco and around the world. We take pride in being the community’s art fair, and each year, we’re committed to growing that sense of connection and artistic exchange.”

“One of the things that makes the San Francisco Art Fair so special is our commitment to making art accessible and welcoming for everyone—including moms and kids! Each year, we think about new ways to engage the community and invite more people into the experience. This year, we’re especially excited to introduce a new program in our theater celebrating art and motherhood, created in partnership with MOTHER. The program will feature gallerists and artists exploring different perspectives on motherhood in the art world, offering a thoughtful and inspiring conversation for parents who want to see their experiences reflected in art.”

“For families visiting on Easter Sunday (April 20), we’ve teamed up with the Museum of Craft and Design’s Mobile MakeArt Van for a hands-on block printing activity inspired by their RugLife exhibition—perfect for little artists in the making! Plus, with stroller-friendly aisles and a prime location near Marina Green, the fair is an easy and enjoyable stop on a family weekend stroll. We hope to see you there!”

“This year, I’m especially excited about the fair’s dedication to the East Bay arts scene—an incredibly vibrant and dynamic community that deserves more recognition. Curated by pt.2 Gallery’s Brock Brake, our special focus section will spotlight works by Alicia McCarthy, Magnolia Editions, Ryan Whelan, and other talented Oakland-based artists. Beyond that, we’re thrilled to be collaborating with incredible institutions like the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive, Oakland Art Murmur, NIAD Art Center, and more to celebrate the creativity coming out of the East Bay.”

“2025’s fair also brings in a fantastic lineup of new gallerists from across the Bay Area. I’m particularly looking forward to welcoming first-time participants like Jessica Silverman (also joining us for the motherhood panel,) who will be showcasing works by the amazing Clare Rojas and Chelsea Ryoko Wong. Micki Meng’s exhibition of 50 canvases, featuring contributions from local artists, community leaders, and environmentalists, is another highlight. Each piece will be available for $500 in support of land protection—such a meaningful initiative!”

For more on San Francisco Art Fair and to grab tickets—head over to sanfranciscoartfair.com.