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.
Events
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Claremont Gallery
Packing House - Atrium 532 W. First St, Claremont CA 91711Claremont 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 Craftsmen every week!
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Yachty By Nature at Bridges Auditorium
Bridges Auditorium 450 N. College Way Claremont, CA 91711 http://www.bridgesauditorium.comSet sail for a night of smooth grooves, big harmonies, and pure yacht rock fun as Yachty by Nature takes over Bridges Auditorium on October 23. Since 2016, Southern California's Yachty by Nature has been bringing the yacht party to audiences across the country with a high-energy, all-live celebration of the smoothest sounds of the late '70s and early '80s. From Michael McDonald, Hall & Oates, Boz Scaggs and Steely Dan to Toto, Christopher Cross and more, the six-piece band delivers the songs you know by heart with expert musicianship, infectious energy and plenty of personality. Led by Scotty McYachty and... Read More
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Village Venture Arts & Crafts Festival
*Claremont Village* 299 W. 2nd St., Claremont, CA, United StatesThe Claremont Chamber of Commerce invites you to its annual Annual Village Venture Arts & Crafts Festival from 9am to 5pm at the Claremont Village! This long-running, large annual event is where friends & family come together to enjoy music, food, & the arts! Experience the Heart of Claremont at Village Venture Each fall, the Claremont Village comes alive with creativity, community, and celebration during the annual Village Venture Arts & Crafts Festival. Hosted by the Claremont Chamber of Commerce, this long-standing tradition is Claremont’s largest event and one of the most anticipated Claremont events, drawing thousands of visitors from across... Read More
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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 USSamella! 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 Lewis The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. Samella Lewis as an art historian, educator, philanthropist, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr, the exhibition includes works by Claude Lewis, Harmon Outlaw, Alison Saar, Howard Smith and others, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. A seminal figure in 20th-century American art,... Read More
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Claremont Farmers Market
200 N. Harvard Ave, Claremont Village, Claremont CA 91711 US 200 block Harvard Ave, Claremont, CA, United StatesA Market With A Mission — Every Sunday from 8 AM to 1 PM, the Claremont Village fills with fresh produce, handmade goods, flowers, and friendly faces. It’s a place to shop local, connect with neighbors, and support small farms and businesses. Behind the booths and farm stands is a bigger purpose. As a nonprofit program of the Claremont Forum, the market helps fund the Prison Library Project, a nationwide effort to send books and educational materials to incarcerated individuals. When you shop at the market, you’re supporting literacy, second chances, and a stronger local community. The Claremont Forum Farmers Market... Read More
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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 USSamella! 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 Lewis The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art exhibition Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. Samella Lewis as an art historian, educator, philanthropist, and artist. Curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr, the exhibition includes works by Claude Lewis, Harmon Outlaw, Alison Saar, Howard Smith and others, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. A seminal figure in 20th-century American art,... Read More
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Fall Into Fun Festival
Granite Creek Community Church 1580 N. Claremont Blvd Claremont, CA, United StatesGet ready for an evening of Fall Into Fun! Bring the whole family and join us for a FREE community Harvest Festival filled with fun, games, and plenty of treats! Located at: Granite Creek Community Church 1580 N. Claremont Blvd. Claremont CA 91711 What to Expect: Bouncers & Inflatables for the kids Tons of Candy! Games & Activities FREE Prizes when you play our free games Costume Contest at 5:30 PM Family-friendly fun for everyone! Food available for purchase Come dressed in your favorite costume, bring your friends and family, and enjoy a night of laughter, games, candy, and community. Best of all, it’s completely FREE!... Read More
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Yoga in the Garden – Evening Flow at California Botanic Garden
California Botanic Garden, 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA 91711, USATake 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 yoga studio. Sarah has been practicing yoga for over 16 years and has led more than 1,000 yoga classes. She loves practicing yoga in nature as it helps bring mindfulness and awareness beyond oneself and creates connection and community.Spend a peaceful hour, surrounded by nature as... Read More
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Exhibition “Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron”
The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, located in the historic Claremont Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station."Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron" illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. Samella Lewis as an art historian, educator, philanthropist, and artist. The exhibition, curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr, includes works by Claude Lewis, Harmon Outlaw, Alison Saar, Howard Smith and others, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. A seminal figure in 20th-century American art, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trailblazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate... Read More
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Exhibition “Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron”
The Claremont Lewis Museum of Art, located in the historic Claremont Depot at 200 W. First Street next to the Metrolink Station."Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron" illuminates the extraordinary life and profound influence of Dr. Samella Lewis as an art historian, educator, philanthropist, and artist. The exhibition, curated by her Scripps student Francine Farr, includes works by Claude Lewis, Harmon Outlaw, Alison Saar, Howard Smith and others, as well as drawings and prints by Samella Lewis. A seminal figure in 20th-century American art, Samella Sanders Lewis (1923-2022) was a trailblazing art history professor at Scripps College and considered the first American woman polymath of African descent to receive a PhD in the history of art. Her life and global legacy celebrate... Read More