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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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  • Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron

    Claremont Lewis Museum of Art - Claremont Depot 200 W. First Street, Claremont CA 91711 US

    Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron August 15–November 15, 2026 Claremont Lewis Museum of Art 200 W. First St., Claremont Exhibition Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella... Read More

  • Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron

    Claremont Lewis Museum of Art - Claremont Depot 200 W. First Street, Claremont CA 91711 US

    Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron August 15–November 15, 2026 Claremont Lewis Museum of Art 200 W. First St., Claremont Exhibition Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella... Read More

  • Opening Exhibition: Stitching Our Stories

    Ginger Elliott Gallery - Memorial Park 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont CA 91711 US 301 Indiana Ave, United States

    Claremont Heritage presents: STITCHING OUR STORIES - The Asian Perspective Ginger Elliott Gallery / Free Admission | Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont (adjacent to Garner House) Designer/Curator:... Read More

  • Claremont Gallery

    Packing House - Atrium 532 W. First St, Claremont CA 91711

    Claremont Gallery Market at the Packing House Every Friday | 6:00pm - 9:00pm Claremont Packing House Atrium 532 W. First St, Claremont, CA FREE Admission New Contemporary Art, Makers, and... Read More

  • Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron

    Claremont Lewis Museum of Art - Claremont Depot 200 W. First Street, Claremont CA 91711 US

    Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron August 15–November 15, 2026 Claremont Lewis Museum of Art 200 W. First St., Claremont Exhibition Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella... Read More

  • Claremont Village Art Walk

    Claremont Village Art Walk
    Claremont Village - Several Sites, Claremont CA 91711 299 W. 2nd St., Claremont, CA, United States +1 more

    The Claremont Village Marketing Group Art Walk takes place every first Saturday in the Claremont Village from 5 to 8 pm. Each Art Walk features local galleries, amazing artists, light bites and refreshments. Be sure to mark your calendar each month, you may find the perfect statement piece for your home and collection!

    Free

  • Art Walk: Stitching Our Stories

    Ginger Elliott Gallery - Memorial Park 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont CA 91711 US 301 Indiana Ave, United States

    Claremont Heritage presents: STITCHING OUR STORIES - The Asian Perspective Ginger Elliott Gallery / Free Admission | Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont (adjacent to Garner House) Designer/Curator:... Read More

  • Claremont Village Art Walk

    Claremont Village Art Walk
    Chamber of Commerce Plaza, 205 Yale. Ave. Claremont +1 more

    First Saturday Art Walk in the Claremont Village Start your evening at the Claremont Chamber Gallery & visit art exhibits found throughout the downtown area, participating Village businesses & organizations vary month to month. works by Sonia Sleeger & Forest Hill Sonia Sleeger is self-taught multidisciplinary artist from SoCal artist who enjoys working with acrylics,... Read More

    Free

  • Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron

    Claremont Lewis Museum of Art - Claremont Depot 200 W. First Street, Claremont CA 91711 US

    Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron August 15–November 15, 2026 Claremont Lewis Museum of Art 200 W. First St., Claremont Exhibition Illuminates the Legacy of Scripps Art History Professor Samella... Read More

  • Closing Night: Stitching Our Stories

    Ginger Elliott Gallery - Memorial Park 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont CA 91711 US 301 Indiana Ave, United States

    Claremont Heritage presents: STITCHING OUR STORIES - The Asian Perspective Ginger Elliott Gallery / Free Admission | Memorial Park, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd., Claremont (adjacent to Garner House) Designer/Curator:... Read More