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 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... 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... Read More
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Wendy Slatkin – Art in Pomona Valley Talk & Book Signing Sun Nov 8
Ginger Elliott Gallery (Adjacent to Garner House) | 840 N Indian Hill Blvd, Claremont CA 91711Join us for a talk with Dr. Wendy Slatkin on her book "Art and Community in California's Pomona Valley, 1930 - 1980." Slatkin will be giving a lecture on the process in which her book was made. She will discuss the criteria which featured artists were picked under to the main archival resources and bibliographical... 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... Read More
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Festival at Pilgrim Place
Pilgrim Place 625 Mayflower Road, Claremont CA 91711 USA78th Annual Festival at Pilgrim Place Friday Nov 13 and Saturday Nov 14 / 10am-4pm A beloved tradition since 1948, Festival is one of Pilgrim Place’s greatest gifts to the community. With free admission and parking, this year’s event will feature handcrafted and gently used items for sale, free children's activities, delicious and affordable snacks... 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... 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... Read More
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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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The Claremont Colleges Walking Tour
Meet at Seaver House 305 N. College Ave, ClaremontGuided Walking Tour of The Claremont Colleges led by a experienced docent from Claremont Heritage | Arrive before 9:30am in front of historic Seaver House, 305 N. College Ave, Claremont | Explore much of the campus' History | Art | Architecture (Not intended for potential students) | $20/person | Reservations required - Phone 909.621.0848 |... Read More
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Festival at Pilgrim Place
Pilgrim Place 625 Mayflower Road, Claremont CA 91711 USA78th Annual Festival at Pilgrim Place Friday Nov 13 and Saturday Nov 14 / 10am-4pm A beloved tradition since 1948, Festival is one of Pilgrim Place’s greatest gifts to the community. With free admission and parking, this year’s event will feature handcrafted and gently used items for sale, free children's activities, delicious and affordable snacks... Read More