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.
Week of Events
Monday, August 31, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
No events on this day.
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
No events on this day.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
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September 3, 2026 -Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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
Friday, September 4, 2026
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September 4, 2026 -Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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September 4, 2026 -Opening Exhibition: Stitching Our Stories
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September 4, 2026 -Claremont Gallery
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September 4, 2026 -Friday Nights Live
Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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
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
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
Friday Nights Live
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... Read More
Saturday, September 5, 2026
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September 5, 2026 -Claremont Village Guided Walking Tour
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September 5, 2026 -Identification & Harvesting Using Traditional Ecological Knowledge – Class at California Botanic Garden
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September 5, 2026 -Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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September 5, 2026 -Art Walk: Stitching Our Stories
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September 5, 2026 -Claremont Village Art Walk
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September 5, 2026 -Claremont Village Art Walk
Claremont Village Guided Walking Tour
Guided Walking Tour of the historic Claremont Village led by a docent from Claremont Heritage | Arrive before 10:00am in front of the Claremont Depot, 200 W. First Street |... Read More
Identification & Harvesting Using Traditional Ecological Knowledge – Class at California Botanic Garden
This class is designed for nature lovers and enthusiastic learners alike, and offers an introduction to the amazing California native plants growing right around us. Led by Seth Johnson, an enrolled member of the Gabrieleño San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, we’ll open with an engaging group discussion covering key Southern California plant species. Honoring... Read More
Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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
Art Walk: Stitching Our Stories
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
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... Read More
Claremont Village Art Walk
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
Sunday, September 6, 2026
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September 6, 2026 -Claremont Farmers Market
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September 6, 2026 -First Sunday Family Friendly Bird Walks at California Botanic Garden hosted by the Pomona Valley Bird Alliance
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September 6, 2026 -First Sunday Bird Walk
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September 6, 2026 -Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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September 6, 2026 -Closing Night: Stitching Our Stories
Claremont Farmers Market
A 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... Read More
First Sunday Family Friendly Bird Walks at California Botanic Garden hosted by the Pomona Valley Bird Alliance
These free family-friendly walks will lead you through the beautiful, winding trails of California Botanic Garden showing how you can spot and identify your local bird life.Meet Pomona Valley Bird Alliance hosts at the Garden entrance at 8:00 a.m. for free admission. This family-friendly bird walk is approximately 2 hours long and is perfect for... Read More
First Sunday Bird Walk
First Sunday Family Friendly Bird Walks hosted by the Pomona Valley Bird Alliance | First Sundays Monthly / 8 am - 10 am | California Botanic Garden | 1500 N. College Ave, Claremont | These free family-friendly walks will lead you through the beautiful, winding trails of California Botanic Garden showing how you can spot... Read More
Exhibition: Samella! Black as Lacquer and Iron
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
Closing Night: Stitching Our Stories
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: Mia Li Artists: Eunsoo Jeong / Seohee Choi / Mandy Tan / Sandra Low / Jin Jin (Double S), Symin Adive / Yoon Lee /... Read More