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Porcelain Button and Bead Making at Slowfiber

 
11/8/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Slowfiber presents Pulls, Beads, and Buttons: The Necessary Fun Bits , a workshop led by instructor Isabelle Olson. Fee is $80 - register here . We'll use porcelain clay to create a set of buttons and glaze them - perfect for beginners or those with a bit of practice.

Porcelain Button and Bead Making at Slowfiber

 
8/30/25
 
$80
 
Slowfiber

Learn the basics of ceramic sculpting and glazing at Pulls, Beads, and Buttons: The Necessary Fun Bits , a workshop at Slowfiber. We'll use porcelain clay to make our buttons and then glaze them. Perfect for beginners or those with a bit of practice. Fee is $80 - register here .

Plein Art Painting Exhibit Opens at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
6/21/25
 
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

In partnership with Monterey Bay Plein Air Painters Association, Cooper-Molera Adobe presents Open Air, Timeless Views: Plein Air Paintings of Cooper-Molera Adobe , an exhibit of juried paintings running June 21 - August 31, 2025 in the Skylight Room of...

Garden Art Walk at Cooper-Molera Adobe

 
6/7/25
 
Free
 
Cooper-Molera Adobe - A Historic Site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation

Join us in the Cooper-Molera Adobe gardens for a day of creativity, community, and nature at our Garden Art Walk on Saturday, June 7, 12pm-2pm.

Stroll through our beautiful gardens and engage with free, hands-on art lessons for all...

Make a Mug Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
6/1/25
 
$150
 
Casey Starks Studio

It's the last Make a Mug Workshop of the season at Casey Starks Studio! Don't miss it on Sunday, June 1, 2pm-4:30pm. Fee is $150. Register online.

Learn how to make a mug using the slab-building technique. Emphasis will be placed on making a functional mug that feels good in your hand. No experience necessary.

Summer Art Camp: Impressions of Nature

 
6/23/25
 
$275
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join our Impressions of Nature Art Camp this summer to explore the beauty of nature through printmaking! Campers will learn how to create stunning prints using recycled materials, while also discovering ways to protect and preserve the environment.

June...

Summer Art Camp: LEGO: Mine, Craft, Build

 
7/14/25
 
$155
 
Monterey Museum of Art

At this week-long summer camp, children ages 5-7 will bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks at Monterey Museum of Art. Kids learn resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation as they come together to play a unique building adventure game. Learn more.

Summer Art Camp: LEGO: Machine Mayhem

 
6/16/25
 
$155
 
Monterey Museum of Art

At this summer camp at Monterey Museum of Art, design your custom LEGO® creation to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs and then combine these with tools like drills, hammers, and...

Summer Art Camp: LEGO: Wildlife Wonders

 
6/9/25
 
$155
 
Monterey Museum of Art

At this summer camp for ages 5-7 at Monterey Museum of Art, June 9-13, kids will design and build their way through the animal kingdom, from sea to safari, using tens of thousands of LEGO® parts with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. More info here.

Sketching in the Galleries

 
5/17/25
 
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Explore your creative side at MMA's new event, Sketching in the Galleries! Immerse yourself in our current exhibitions and learn about the art on display. Materials provided.

Monterey Biennial Artist Mixer–Photography and Works on Paper

 
8/23/25
 
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Monterey Biennial Artist Mixer–Sculpture and Mixed Media

 
7/26/25
 
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Monterey Biennial Artist Mixer–Painting

 
7/12/25
 
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Join us at the Museum for a special series of Biennial Artist Mixers, made for Monterey Biennial artists and the artists of our community. Grouped by medium, this series of informal gatherings provides a unique opportunity to connect with fellow...

Free Family Fun Day: 2025 Monterey Biennial

 
6/7/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

Bring the whole family to Monterey Museum of Art for a free, fun-filled day of creativity, community, and celebration for all ages on Saturday, June 7, 11am-3pm. Admission is free.

Create art inspired by the 2025 Monterey Biennial and engage with the exhibition in a brand-new creative setting.

2025 Monterey Biennial Opening Celebration

 
5/17/25
 
Free
 
Monterey Museum of Art

All are welcome to join us in celebrating the opening of the 2025 Monterey Biennial at Monterey Museum of Art on Sat, May 17, 11am-4pm. Admission is free.

Enjoy beverages and light bites in the sculpture garden and spend time in the galleries exploring this exhibition featuring the work of 122 dynamic, diverse artists living in Central California.

Art Installation by Speak Not So Easy

 
5/11/25
 
Free
 
Near San Carlos Beach

Don't miss the free public art installation by Speak Not So Easy this Sunday, May 11, 11am- 2pm, near San Carlos Beach at the end of Cannery Row in Monterey.

Speak Not So Easy is an art and education program for youth founded in 2023 by artist and educator Mai Ryuno. This art installation aims to foster human interaction and share the message that we are all human.

Ceramic Jewelry Workshop at Casey Starks Studio

 
6/1/25
 
$120
 
Casey Starks Studio

Casey Starks Studio presents a Ceramic Jewelry Workshop on Sunday, June 1, 10am-12:30pm. Fee is $120. Register on our website.

In this workshop you'll learn how to make ceramic earrings and a pendant. Casey will teach you all the tips and tricks to create wearable pieces that you’ll want to show off every day. No experience required.

Play Full Ground Micro High School: Now Accepting Applications

Monterey, CA

Play Full Ground's new micro high school is now accepting student applications for the 2025-2026 school year!

Founder Mai Ryuno invites students and their families seeking a high school education rooted in creativity and community to join her in building this vision.

The goal? To make high school education a valuable experience of learning and growth and to nurture the creativity and happiness of young people. Learn more.

Kids Night Out (with PIZZA Dinner)

 
4/26/25
 
$75.00
 
Art Beat Studio

Join us for a fun-filled Kids Night Out —an exciting evening of creativity, art, and pizza! During this workshop, kids will enjoy a pizza dinner while having a blast working on one or two engaging art projects. While our Kids...

Meet Artist Lilly Campos at Venture Gallery

 
5/3/25
 
free
 
Venture Gallery

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Lilly Campos on Saturday, May 3, 3pm-5pm. Drop by the gallery, meet Lilly, and view her exhibit which captures, in glass, the essence of a perfect summer day along California’s coastline. Lilly's art will be featured at the gallery through May.