Kids Night Out is a fun and creative pizza party for the kids and a few hours that parents can spend enjoying a nice evening out in Downtown Campbell while their kids are doing various creative activities and playing stimulating games.

Monterey Museum of Art presents "ArtWorlds: Illuminating Global Creativity," a keynote talk and panel discussion about visual arts on Saturday, September 14, 3:30pm-5pm, in Irvine Auditorium at MIIS.

The event will begin with a keynote speech by artist Lydia Nakashima Degarrod , followed by a lively panel discussion of artists and curators involved in MMA's fall exhibits. Tickets are $35/$20 - purchase here .

Join nature photographer Frans Lanting for an exclusive after-hours tour of Monterey's Museum of Art's exhibit of Bay of Life: From Wind to Whales on Thursday, July 18, 5:30pm-7pm.

Gain insight into Lanting's creative philosophy and the role artists can have in safeguarding Monterey Bay and the rest of the planet.

Arts Council for Monterey County presents our Champions of the Arts Annual Breakfast on Friday, August 9 at 9am in the Ferrante Room of Monterey Marriott Hotel. Single tickets are $65, a table for 10 is $600. Purchase your tickets here.

Join us for breakfast and help us honor the incredible individuals who have significantly contributed to the arts in Monterey County!

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist Dorothy Stonely on July 3 and 17, 10am-2pm. Drop by the gallery, view her latest exhibit of colorful abstract paintings, A Painted Symphony , and speak with her about her work. Dorothy's art will be featured at the gallery throughout the month of July.

Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant presents a Paint and Sip Class ! This evening, local artist and retired art teacher Bunny Paivine will be teaching an easy-to-follow painting class. You’ll take home your own 11 x 14 canvas painting. Fee is $40, advance registration required . All materials and instruction are included. Wine is extra.

Monterey Museum of Art presents a class on how to paint portraits from life on Saturday, July 20, 1:30pm-4:30pm, taught by McKenzie Floyd. Fee is $75 - register here .

In this class, McKenzie Floyd will...

Monterey Museum of Art hosts the Sunkiss'd Mozart Summerfest on June 12 and 14 at 6pm. Enjoy an evening of Classical and Romantic chamber music in an intimate setting. Program will be revealed at the concert. Tickets are $50 each. Purchase here.

Venture Gallery invites you to meet local artist France Ruhnke on Sunday, June 2, 10am-6pm. Drop by the gallery, view her latest multi-media exhibit, Contours of Nature , and speak with her about her work. France's art will be featured at the gallery throughout the month of June.

Youth Arts Collective's Annual ARTathon returns June 22-23! Once again, YACsters are coming together to raise money for YAC by creating art for 24 continuous hours, from 10am Saturday to 10am Sunday.

YAC is accepting donations up to and throughout the event. For donations $50 and above, you'll receive the family "Before and After" photos of students and mentors.

Monterey History and Art Association presents an exhibition showcasing one of Monterey history's best kept secrets: jade. A free opening reception will be held on Saturday, May 18, 3pm-5pm.

Through a captivating display of artifacts, photographs, and interactive exhibits, "Monterey's Hidden Gem: A Journey Through Jade's History" reveals the untold stories of local jade miners and artisans who have carved out a living from the earth's green bounty.

SpectorDance and Monterey Museum of Art present the 2024 Monterey Ocean Arts Festival on Saturday, May 11, 1pm-4pm. Admission is free.

Come enjoy this family-friendly event featuring ocean-themed visual and performing art created by artists under the age of 24. We'll offer free admission to the museum, performing and visual art exhibitions, science tables, art activities, creative movement workshops, face painting, and more.