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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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  • 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. Sunday, September 27th, is the second session of this class. Please refer to this link for more information.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).... 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 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... 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 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... 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 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... Read More

  • OLA Fiesta

    Our Lady of the Assumption Parish 435 Berkeley Ave, Claremont CA 91711

    OLA FIESTA | Our Lady of the Assumption Parish 435 Berkeley Ave, Claremont Fri Oct 2 . 5:00-10:00 Sat Oct 3 . 1:00-10:00 Sun Oct 4 . 11:00-8:00 > FREE ADMISSION | > Games / Food / Rides > ENTERTAINMENT > Friday 7pm BOBBY Z > Saturday 7pm ACE > Sunday 5pm COLD SHOT Three-day... Read More

  • Things That Go Bump in the Night – Friday 2026 at California Botanic Garden

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

    Nighttime fun for all ages returns to the Garden this October with Things That Go Bump in the Night!Bring your flashlight and explore the nocturnal worlds of plants and animals. Enjoy interactive activities and shows, connect with live animals, make creepy crawly crafts, and grab dinner at a food truck. Stay tuned to see the... Read More

  • Things That Go Bump in the Night 2026

    Things That Go Bump in the Night 2026
    California Botanic Garden 1500 N College Ave, Claremont, CA, United States

    Kick off your fall nighttime fun at California Botanic Garden this October 2nd and 3rd with Things That Go Bump in the Night! Guests are encouraged to bring flashlights to explore the nocturnal worlds of plants and animals at booths and stages scattered throughout the Garden. Attendees can enjoy interactive activities, connect with live animals,... Read More

    $3 – $21

  • 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 Craftsmen every week!

  • Friday Nights Live

    In front of Claremont Lewis Museum of Art 200 W 1st St, Claremont, CA 91711 Village Plaza 101 N Indian Hill, Claremont, CA 91711 Shelton Park W. Bonita & N. Harvard Ave., CA 91711

    Friday Nights Live is free live music open to the public. Dine and shop the local businesses in the Claremont Village, after drop by to listen to great tunes! Friday Nights Live is almost here! Depot / Claremont Lewis Museum of Art is the new location for Friday Nights Live. Make sure to drop by... Read More

  • Friday Nights LIVE!

    Claremont Village Claremont CA 91711 US

    Friday Nights LIVE! 6-9pm | Live Music FREE at 3 Claremont Village Venues (May-October 16) City of Claremont | Claremont Chamber | Claremont Village Square | Petiscos | The Back Abbey | Union on Yale FRIDAY OCT 2 CLAREMONT VILLAGE PLAZA - Adjacent to Regency Theatres The Friendly Indianans - Excellent Pop SHELTON PARK -... Read More