Events In Claremont
Looking for the best events near the Inland Empire or San Gabriel Valley this weekend? Just 30 miles from Los Angeles, Claremont is your go-to spot for arts, music, food, and outdoor fun.
From Friday Nights Live and the First Saturday Art Walk to California Botanic Garden programs, Village Venture in October, and the weekly Sunday Farmers & Artisans Market, there’s always something worth the trip.
Make it more than a day trip: Book an overnight stay at one of our local hotels, wake up to brunch, browse boutique shops, and explore local museums and scenic trails. Whether you’re coming from L.A., Ventura, or Riverside, Claremont’s events pair perfectly with a weekend getaway.
Browse our updated calendar below and start planning your stay.
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Pressed Plant Art: Fall Colors – Art Class at California Botanic Garden
Class Dates: This two-part class meets twice.
Session 1: Sunday, September 20
Session 2: Sunday, September 27
Class Description:
Join Annica Wu—CalBG Herbarium Collections Manager—and learn to collect and preserve plants using herbarium techniques to create one-of-a-kind art pieces (cards, postcards, bookmarks). Week 1 will be the collection component where we will walk around the garden to collect beautiful fall plants and learn about field collection. In the second week of the class, participants will create art using the plants collected during week 1.
Class Components:
On the first day, expect a light and easy walk around the garden. A tram ride is available if requested. On the second day, there will be contact with glue and some pointy tools like forceps. On both days, there will be contact with plants.
Pricing:
Public | $75
Member | $65
Important Note About Materials: All material needed will be provided for this class.
Contact: California Botanic Garden
Email: registrar@calbg.org
Phone: 909.625.8767
Visit https://www.calbg.org/events-programs/events for tickets and more information.
