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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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  • Yoga in the Garden – Morning Flow at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    Take a moment to reconnect with the beauty of nature while you connect with your mind and body with Yoga in the Garden as Sarah Sawyer, certified yoga instructor, guides you through a peaceful, gentle flow.Sarah Sawyer is a certified yoga instructor based in the Inland Empire and is the founder of The Yoga Stream... Read More

  • Ink in the Garden Art Class at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    ‍Class Description:Step into the garden and let it inspire you. In this class we'll use ink and watercolor, a timeless combination that brings nature to life on the page.With your instructor, you'll learn the fundamentals of both mediums while sketching wildlife. We'll start with graceful branches, leaves, and flowers, then move on to a woolly... Read More

  • California Biodiversity Day Free Day 2026

    California Botanic Garden 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA, United States

    Celebrate California’s unique biodiversity on September 13th with free admission to the Garden and discover why our incredible native plants make our state so special. In addition to free admission, we're kicking off our celebration of Latino Conservation Week with bilingual Spanish/English activities. 8:00am - 4:00pm Grab coffee and baked treats from Marigold Coffee Collective 9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, &... Read More

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  • FREE ADMISSION DAY at California Botanic Garden, California Biodiversity Day 2026

    Celebrate California’s unique biodiversity on September 13th with free admission to the Garden and discover why our incredible native plants make our state so special.In addition to free admission, we're kicking off our celebration of Latino Conservation Week with bilingual Spanish/English activities.8:00am - 4:00pm Grab coffee and baked treats from Marigold Coffee Collective9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am, & 12:00pm Bilingual behind-the-scenes tours... Read More

  • Run for Fun Monthly Meetup at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    The Run for Fun Meetup has moved to a new time! Now scheduled for select Sunday mornings each month.Running is usually not allowed in the Garden, but we’re making an exception! Join CalBG staff for a monthly group running meetup on the Communities Loop Trail. We’ll meet at the Outdoor Classroom to stretch and warm up... Read More

  • Silent Reading Club Monthly MeetUp at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    Calling all book lovers! Come read with fellow friends of nature in the Garden. No assigned books, no forced chit-chat: each Meetup will feature c. 20 mins for optional informal discussion of current book choices and recommendations, followed by silent reading in community. Reading location will change each month (indoor spaces provided in case of... Read More

  • Yoga in the Garden – Evening Flow at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    Take a moment to reconnect with the beauty of nature while you connect with your mind and body with Yoga in the Garden as Sarah Sawyer, certified yoga instructor, guides you through a peaceful, gentle flow.Sarah Sawyer is a certified yoga instructor based in the Inland Empire and is the founder of The Yoga Stream... Read More

  • Yoga in the Garden – Weekend Morning Flow at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    Take a moment to reconnect with the beauty of nature while you connect with your mind and body with Yoga in the Garden as Sarah Sawyer, certified yoga instructor, guides you through a peaceful, gentle flow.Sarah Sawyer is a certified yoga instructor based in the Inland Empire and is the founder of The Yoga Stream... Read More

  • Pressed Plant Art: Fall Colors – Art Class at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    ‍Class Dates: This two-part class meets twice.Session 1: Sunday, September 20Session 2: Sunday, September 27‍Class 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... Read More

  • September Member Morning at California Botanic Garden

    California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USA

    CalBG Members will enjoy early-morning member-only hours and a free coffee or tea for their morning walk! Members gain garden entry at 7AM, drinks available from 7-10AM.No registration needed – just show proof of membership upon entry for your free drink!Contact: California Botanic GardenEmail: info@calbg.orgPhone: 909.625.8767Visit https://www.calbg.org/events-programs/events for tickets and more information.