Let the local arts scene nurture your child's imagination and innate creativity at these free arts experiences in all artistic mediums throughout the Bay Area. Meet the artists and their inspirations in their natural habitat at one of these Open Studio and Art Walk programs.

Open Studios

Take the family on a free, self-guided art discovery tour of 100’s of local artisans and craftspeople in their creative space at one of these awesome Open Studio Tours.

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Silicon Valley Open Studios: Coastside and Northern Peninsula

May 2

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

Silicon Valley Open Studios: Coastside and Northern Peninsula

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

Mark your calendars now for SVOS2026. SVOS features visual artists in many mediums — paintings, sculptures, woodworking, ceramics, fabric arts, jewelry, photography, mixed media, gourds, and much, more.

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

May 2

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

Marin Open Studio

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

Over two weekends, visit hundreds of artists throughout Marin County as they open their studios to the public.

May 2, 2026 – May 3, 2026

May 9

May 9, 2026 – May 17, 2026

Marin Open Studio

May 9, 2026 – May 17, 2026

Over two weekends, visit hundreds of artists throughout Marin County as they open their studios to the public.

May 9, 2026 – May 17, 2026

Silicon Valley Open Studios: Mid-Peninsula

May 9

May 9, 2026 – May 10, 2026

Silicon Valley Open Studios: Mid-Peninsula

May 9, 2026 – May 10, 2026

May 16

May 16, 2026 – May 17, 2026

Silicon Valley Open Studios: South Bay

May 16, 2026 – May 17, 2026

Jun 6

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

East Bay Open Studios

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

A bi-annual event where artists open their studios to the public across the entire East Bay hosted by Oakland Art Murmur.

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

Jun 6

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

Art at the Source

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

ART at the SOURCE Open Studios 2026 - powered by Sebastopol Center for the Arts for over 30 years! Connecting Sonoma County artists to collectors, art lovers, and supporters across the greater Bay Area + beyond. Artist keep 100% of sales from their art studios.

Jun 6, 2026 – Jun 7, 2026

Jun 13

Jun 13, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Art at the Source

Jun 13, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Jun 13

Jun 13, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

East Bay Open Studios

Jun 13, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

A bi-annual event where artists open their studios to the public across the entire East Bay hosted by Oakland Art Murmur.

Jun 13, 2026 – Jun 14, 2026

Aug 29

Aug 29, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026

Studio Discovery Tour

Aug 29, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026

5 Tour days on the Sonoma/Mendocino Coast Sat-Sun Aug 29-30 & Sat-Mon Sept 5-7 11 am - 5 pm.

Aug 29, 2026 – Aug 30, 2026

Sep 5

Sep 5, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026

Studio Discovery Tour

Sep 5, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026

5 Tour days on the Sonoma/Mendocino Coast Sat-Sun Aug 29-30 & Sat-Mon Sept 5-7 11 am - 5 pm.

Sep 5, 2026 – Sep 7, 2026

Sep 12

Sep 12, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026

Santa Rosa Open Studios

Sep 12, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026

Discover the vibrant art scene in Santa Rosa!

Sep 12, 2026 – Sep 13, 2026

Sep 19

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Open Studios Napa Valley

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

WELCOME TO OPEN STUDIOS NAPA VALLEY OPEN STUDIOS is a self-guided, art discovery tour through the creative art spaces of Napa Valley.

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Sep 19

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Santa Rosa Open Studios

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Discover the vibrant art scene in Santa Rosa!

Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026

Sep 26

Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026

Open Studios Napa Valley

Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026

WELCOME TO OPEN STUDIOS NAPA VALLEY OPEN STUDIOS is a self-guided, art discovery tour through the creative art spaces of Napa Valley.

Sep 26, 2026 – Sep 27, 2026

Oct 10

Oct 10, 2026

Art Trails Open Studios Tour

Oct 10, 2026

Join us for annual juried Art Trails Open Studios Tour October 10-11 + 17-18, 2026, 10am - 5 pm Application Open in Late April for Fall 2026 - Check back here for updates!

Oct 10, 2026

Oct 12

Oct 12, 2026

ArtWalk Livermore

Oct 12, 2026

A community celebration of the arts sponsored by the Livermore Valley Arts, ArtWalk Livermore returns to downtown Livermore.

Oct 12, 2026

Oct 17

Oct 17, 2026

Art Trails Open Studios Tour

Oct 17, 2026

Join us for annual juried Art Trails Open Studios Tour October 10-11 + 17-18, 2026, 10am - 5 pm Application Open in Late April for Fall 2026 - Check back here for updates!

Oct 17, 2026

Art Walks

On certain nights every month, neighborhood art galleries open their doors to the art-loving public of all ages. Some offer free drinks and small nibbles with occasional live music and performance art. Everyone is welcome to stroll from gallery to gallery to enjoy art at these Bay Area Art Walks.

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May 1

Oakland First Fridays

Oakland First Fridays is a free, monthly street festival that celebrates the vibrant art, culture, and community of Oakland. Held on the first Friday of every month along Telegraph Avenue from West Grand to 27th Street, this beloved event brings together thousands of people for an unforgettable evening of creativity, connection, and local flavor.

May 1

First Fridays ArtWalk SJ

First Fridays ArtWalk SJ is year round except Jan. & July. Join us for FIRST FRIDAYS ArtWalk SJ – a unique night out with friends and family!

May 1

Petaluma Arts Alive

FIRST FRIDAYS . ARTS ALIVE connects and promotes Petaluma's vibrant arts community. Join us on the third Thursday of each month in a citywide celebration of art and artists.

May 1

Castro Art Walk

Welcome to the Castro Art Walk, a monthly event that brings the artistic spirit of the Castro neighborhood in San Francisco to life.

May 1

North Beach First Fridays

Art walk in North Beach. Produced by: The North Beach Business Association.

May 2

Minnesota Street Project

First Saturday is a monthly celebration of exhibtion openings, artist talks, book signings, lectures and more at Minnesota Street Project.

May 5

Mill Valley Artwalk

The Mill Valley Arts Commission invites you to join us! In the evening, on the First Tuesday of every month (except January), please take a stroll through town to view an exciting range of art by Bay Area artists.

May 7

SF First Thursday Art Walk

The First Thursday Art Walk is a monthly self-guided walking tour of Downtown San Francisco’s Tenderloin neighborhood and adjacent areas, during which time galleries, performance spaces, and other businesses hold their openings and other events which are open late to the public.