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.
Claremont Heritage SUNSET RECEPTION
Kick Off the 2026 Claremont Heritage Home Tour in Style!
Sunset Reception at the Historic Claremont Graduate University’s Home
Join us for an unforgettable evening …
Friday, October 9, 2026 | 5:30 – 8:00pm
Location: 709 N. Harvard Ave, Claremont
Evening Highlights: Libations & Hors d’oeuvres | Live jazz
Click Here for Advance Tickets:
$100 per person | $80 for Heritage Members
Please reserve your tickets early—this special event has historically sold out.
(This residence is not part of the public Home Tour lineup held on Sun Oct 11!)
Join us for an elegant autumn evening at the historic Claremont Graduate University President’s House, a beautiful Monterey-style residence designed in 1931 by architectural designer Helen Wren — one of only a handful of homes known to have been designed by this important but long-overlooked figure in Claremont’s architectural history.
Enjoy the beautiful garden with live jazz, festive hors d’oeuvres, and libations catered by Gourmet Gourmet, while portions of this remarkable historic home will be open for viewing. Sponsored by Sunset Magazine.
A SPECIAL EVENING – A RARELY SEEN HOME
The Sunset Reception is Claremont Heritage’s traditional kickoff to Home Tour Weekend—a festive evening celebrating the homeowners who generously open their doors for “Homes With History,” Claremont Heritage’s 44th Annual Home Tour, taking place Sunday, October 11, from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
We are especially grateful to Claremont Graduate University for welcoming us to this remarkable historic property and providing guests with the rare opportunity to experience both the home and its garden.
A HOME DESIGNED BY HELEN WREN
Originally built as the Sugg House at 709 Harvard Avenue, the residence was completed in 1931 and represents the final known residential design of Helen Wren (née Rolph), whose remarkable career offers a fascinating glimpse into the often-overlooked contributions of women to early 20th-century architecture.
Contact: Claremont Heritage Home Tour Weekend
Email: info@claremontheritage.org
Phone: 909.621.0848
More Info: https://claremontheritage.bigcartel.com/product/2026-home-tour-sunset-reception-fri-oct-9th-530-pm
