CA Creative Economy Town Hall: Sacramento
2026-02-04 17:30 - 19:30 UTC
CA for the Arts, regional partner for Creative Economies in Action Statewide Engagement Tour, is partnering with the State Local Partner City of Sacramento Office of Arts & Culture, and Memorial Hall to host a convening on the State’s first Creative Economy Strategic Plan.
At this convening, we will share the plan while collecting your feedback and stories that will inform a plan addendum to be submitted to the Governor’s Office and State Legislature in spring 2026. This convening is part of a statewide series introducing the Strategic Plan for Cultural Resilience, Economic Growth, and Global Leadership and gathering community input and stories. Representatives from the Creative Economy Workgroup, the CAC, and local leaders will share updates, followed by Q&A and breakout discussions exploring the plan’s local impact.
Join us to help shape the future of California’s creative economy. Learn more at www.creativeeconomy.arts.ca.gov.
Where: Memorial Hall
1515 J St
Sacramento, CA 95814
When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Register: https://secure.everyaction.com/zeYNNU86-kK2VPlDUEhLyA2

Black History Concert
2026-02-28 15:00 UTC
Every February during Black History Month, G.L.A.M., Inc. presents a program showcasing the talents of vocalists, choral groups, orators, dancers, and instrumentalists. It educates on Spirituals’ origins, Blues, Jazz, Latin Rhythms, and other African-rooted black American music forms from the past 150 years., https://www.facebook.com/groups/428939350480698/?ref=share

Paseo Artistico - Women’s History Month
2026-03-07 12:00 UTC
Paseo Artistico will feature women artists and community members sharing their work and showcasing a vibrant array of performances and cultural practices that support women., https://www.facebook.com/CommunityMusicCenterSF/

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Sacramento
2026-03-20 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Friday, March 20, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop Information
Venue: Belle Cooledge Public Library—Meeting Room
Address: 5600 South Land Park Drive, Sacramento, CA 95822
Date: Friday, March 20, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Click here to register.

If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Friday, March 13 at 12:00 p.m.

Huicmuse (Chief Marin) Observance Day
2026-03-15 11:30 - 16:30 UTC
All day observance celebrating the life of Huicmuse or “Chief Marin”, the headman or “great chief” of the Licatiut, a band of the Coast Miwok., www,marinindian.com

Keeping Score Premiere at Broad Stage
2026-03-19 19:30 - 20:00 UTC
Santa Monica-born Jacob Jonas makes his long-awaited BroadStage debut with a trilogy of autobiographic work exploring the nature of healing. Keeping Score is Jacob Jonas’ first post-cancer work. Inspired by Bessel van der Kolk’s The Body Keeps the Score, this trilogy is a journey to understanding illness—before, during, and after — exploring the vulnerabilities of being human. The entire trilogy will be presented over three days as an immersive full-bodied dance experience for the senses. Created as a somatic and cathartic experience, the work includes emotional complexity and symbolic physicality., www.instagram.com/jacobjonasthecompany

Oliver! JR.
2026-03-20 19:30 UTC
Oliver! JR. is a conservatory version of Oliver Twist. The show displays the students talents and skills of dancing, acting and singing. These conservatory shows helps develop their skills in being on time, being responsible for their owns props and memorizing their scripts. It also is great for team building and having confidence in public speaking. , Facebook

Conservatory Program
2026-03-20 19:30 UTC
We offer a conservatory program where students can display their talents and skills in acting, dancing and singing. Some of our students have been on stage several times and some this may be the first time. This program allows students to learn about team building, being on time, and public speaking. , facebook

Empathizer Documentary Film Screening
2026-03-21 18:00 UTC
Special film screening of the documentary film Empathizer featuring the second-generation Vietnamese immigrants sharing their journeys back to Vietnam, reflecting on the effects of wartime trauma through the eyes of the children of refugees & their parents. The event will be free for the public, coming soon

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Riverside
2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Thursday, March 26, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop co-hosted by Riverside Public Library
Click here to register.
Workshop Information
Venue: Arlington Library—Community Room
Address: 9556 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Thursday, March 19 at 12:00 p.m.

South Valley Art Tour
2026-03-28 10:00 - 17:00 UTC
During the South Valley Art Tour a collection of artists from Tulare County — both nationally recognized as well as aspiring greats — invite you into their personal workspaces for a behind-the-scenes tour. You can also find art shows, cultural exhibits, and artist participation at participating art galleries and museums. , https://www.instagram.com/artsconsortium/ https://www.facebook.com/ArtsConsortium

Oliver Jr.
2026-03-28 19:30 UTC
Oliver! JR is a Broadway Junior version of Lionel Bart’s classic musical based on Charles Dickens’ novel Oliver Twist. Oliver! JR is full of classical songs like “Consider yourself”, and “Food Glorious Food” and showcases the talents of a large conservatory cast. , Facebook

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Redding
2026-04-01 15:00 - 16:30 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Wednesday, April 1, at 3 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop co-hosted by Shasta County Arts Council
Click here to register.
Workshop Information
Venue: Old City Hall—Upstairs Ballroom
Address: 1313 Market St, Redding, CA 96001
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Time: 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Wednesday, March 25 at 12:00 p.m.

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Scotts Valley
2026-04-01 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Wednesday, April 1, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop co-hosted by Santa Cruz Public Library
Click here to register.
Workshop Information
Venue: Santa Cruz County Public Library—Fireside Community Room
Address: 251 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Wednesday, March 25 at 12:00 p.m.

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Sonoma County
2026-04-03 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Friday, April 3, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop Information
Venue: Finley Community Center—Cypress Room
Address: 2060 W. College Ave., Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Date: Friday, April 3, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Click here to register.

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Bakersfield
2026-04-06 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Monday, April 6, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop co-hosted by Kern County Library
Click here to register.
Workshop Information
Venue: Beale Memorial Library—Auditorium
Address: 701 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Date: Monday, April 6, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
If you require a language other an English to participate in the workshop, email publicaffairs@arts.ca.gov with your preferred language request by Monday, March 30 at 12:00 p.m.

2026 Grants Overview Workshop: Richmond
2026-04-09 17:30 - 19:00 UTC
Creativity is more than expression. Creativity is transformation. Creativity has the power to redefine possibilities. In celebrating and supporting the arts, we honor creativity as a force woven into the fabric of every Californian’s life.
Learn how to apply for state arts funding! Join us on Thursday, April 9, at 5:30 p.m. for our free grants workshop.
CAC Arts Program Specialists will provide an overview of our grant programs for 2026, sharing tips and insights into the state grant process, and guiding prospective applicants in best practices for putting together a successful application. The workshop agenda and location are provided below:
Workshop Agenda

A quick look at the California Arts Council and our grant cycle
General CAC Eligibility
Grant Programs
Guideline Elements
Application Elements
Grant Writing Tips
Common Questions

Workshop Information
Venue: Richmond Art Center
Address: 2540 Barrett Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Click here to register.

Creative Young Minds Art Exihibit
2026-04-14 17:30 UTC
Creative Young Minds Art Exhibit proudly honors the California Arts Council’s 50th Anniversary by celebrating the transformative power of the arts. Showcasing the talent of emerging artists ages 13–25, this exhibition unites youth creativity, cultural diversity, and community spirit at the Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center in Calexico, fostering artistic expression across generations., https://www.facebook.com/calexicoculturalarts/

California Arts Council 50th Anniversary Celebration: A Night of Legacy, Tribute, Art, and Creative Joy
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, 1515 J Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
The California Arts Council’s 50th Anniversary Celebration will bring artists, cultural leaders, public officials, supporters, and communities together at the Sacramento Memorial Auditorium for a milestone evening of tribute, recognition, and celebration — honoring the visionaries who helped shape the agency, remembering artistic leaders whose legacies still resonate, recognizing a remarkable class of 2026 awardees, and celebrating the power of the arts to move, connect, and inspire.
This event is considered an agency public meeting and is free and open to the public. A timeline of the evening is posted as a Council meeting agenda here: https://arts.ca.gov/about/council-meetings.
Those who are unable to attend or wish to leave a comment prior to the event time can do so using our online public comment form.

BASE Residency
2026-04-25 13:00 UTC
The BASE Residency reimagines sustainable community-driven solutions by assembling a group of early and mid-career teachers to engage a diverse range of participants in integrative movement coursework. The residency offers performance workshops free of charge to participants, which culminate in public performances at no cost. , https://www.instagram.com/pushdance/?hl=en https://x.com/pushdance https://www.linkedin.com/company/pushdance/

Women in Jazz & World Music Concert
2026-05-01 19:00 - 20:30 UTC
A concert that is the culmination of a free four-week vocalist training intensive for 15 – 24 year old singers led by Dr. Dee Spencer from San Francisco State University. Join with students, family and friends as we celebrate the fourth successful cycle of the program., Facebook: SFInternationalArtsFestival Instagram: sf)international_arts_festival

Riverside Arts Academy Gala
2026-05-03 17:30 UTC
Annual Gala featuring the advanced musical ensembles including the Riverside Youth Orchestra, Honor Band and Mariachi Campana de Riverside. , https://www.facebook.com/RiversideArtsAcademy, @riversideartsacademy

Riverside Arts Academy Gala
2026-05-03 17:30 UTC
Riverside Arts Academy Annual Gala, featuring our advanced musical ensembles including the Riverside Youth Orchestra, Honor Band and Mariachi Campana de Riverside., FB: http://facebook.com/RiversideArtsAcademy, IG: @riversideartsacademy

Children's Day at the SF War Memorial Opera House
2026-05-04 11:00 UTC
We annually present Children’s Day at the SF War Memorial Opera House, offering two free multicultural dance performances highlighting the diversity and inclusive spirit of California, to 6,200 Bay Area students and families. To date, 166,000 students have enjoyed these performances. The show is accompanied by a study guide, offering opportunities for deeper cultural enrichment. For many students this is their only arts related filed trip. Each year, we open the boxes at 11am for our special friends and volunteers. We’d be delighted for the CAC team to join us and to salute the 50th anniversary of CAC!, https://www.facebook.com/PresidioDance.org

Council Meeting: Nevada City
2026-05-15 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
Join us next week for the California Arts Council’s public meeting
The California Arts Council invites you to attend our upcoming business meeting on Friday, May 15, from 10 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. The meeting will take place in Nevada City, with public access available on location, by web link, or by phone.
California Arts Council Meeting
May 15, 2026
10 AM – 1:50 PM
Madelyn Helling Library
980 Helling Way
Nevada City, CA 95959
Simultaneous ASL and Spanish interpretation will be provided via Zoom.
Interpretación simultánea en español – transmisión de audio por Zoom.

Meeting Agenda

Agenda item highlights include:

VOTING ITEM: 2027-2032 CAC Strategic Plan
PRESENTATION: Native American Artist Grant Program
PRESENTATION: Folk and Traditional Arts Program

Share your thoughts with us through public comment
Each substantive voting item on the meeting agenda has an allotted period for public comment specific to that item, as reflected on the agenda. Meetings also include a designated time for general public comment to address any non-agendized Council business.
Written comments may also be submitted in advance of the meeting of the Council and until 5 p.m. up to two business days following the close of the meeting. All submitted comments will be distributed to Council members. Comments submitted before 9 a.m. two days prior to the meeting date will be submitted to the Council before convening; all others will be supplied to Council after the scheduled meeting time. All submitted comments will also be entered into the official record of the meeting as part of the meeting minutes.
Public comment may be submitted anonymously if desired.
Meeting details, access numbers and links, and further information on public comment policy and process are all available now on the Council Meetings page of our website.

Individuals who wish to provide live comments during the Council meeting must attend in person or join virtually using the web link or phone numbers provided.

El Tiempo Latine
2026-05-16 19:30 UTC
Celebrating the release of E4TT’s 6th CD featuring music by modern women, queer, and nonbinary Latine composers with a selection of works from the recording. Performed by E4TT (Nanette McGuinness, soprano, Megan Chartier, cello, and Margaret Halbig, piano), joined by guests violinist Lylia Guion and coloratura soprano Chelsea Hollow, https://www.facebook.com/events/1658996638111945

Art With Elders Annual Exhibit Opening Event
2026-06-13 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver)
Please join us for our in person Annual Exhibit Opening Event Sat. Jun. 13, 2026, 2-4p! More than 100 artworks by students participating in AWE classes will be on exhibit. The event is free and open to the public. A donation at the door is requested, but not required. Light refreshments will be served. The venue is wheelchair accessible and free parking is available.
More Details:
Annual Exhibit

Juneteenth Cultural Festival
2026-06-20 12:00 - 17:00 UTC
Cultural festival celebrating freedom, diversity and Black History on CA’s northern coast , @Blackhumboldt

Bayanihan: For Life, For Blood
2026-06-27 14:00 (America/Vancouver)
A powerful jukebox musical in development, inspired by the true story of Anjanette Maraya-Ramey – a first-generation Filipina-American artist and leukemia survivor. This staged reading is paired with a community blood drive celebrating resilience, culture, and the gift of life.
Reservation Required
More Details:
IG: @marayaarts

70th Annual Puppet Fair Weekend
2026-08-29 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver)
Step into a world where the history of puppeteering comes to life! Children’s Fairyland is proud to host a world-class celebration of puppetry where premiere puppeteers come together and present mesmerizing puppet performances, displays, and educational activities of the highest caliber for an entire weekend.
With the support of the California Arts Council, Children’s Fairyland is developing a dynamic puppet education program for some of our youngest learners that fosters social and emotional learning and early language and literacy development.
More Details:
https://www.facebook.com/ChildrensFairyland/
https://www.instagram.com/fairylandca/
Children’s Fairyland | Oakland, California
