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Arts in California Parks Events

Explore our state’s vibrant communities through two interactive event maps!

Discover fun events and inspiring programs in state and local parks. Check back often for new experiences that celebrate our great state and diverse communities.

Events in State Parks

A group of people of various ages stand in the forest, listening attentively to a guide during a nature walk. They are surrounded by tall trees and greenery.
Visitors pause and listen to Dana Galloway along a trail during the Poetry In Parks event in Plumas-Eureka State Park on June 22, 2024. Photo by Bill Seney.

Use the interactive map below to find art events and projects in State Parks.

Tips for navigating the map:

  • View on desktop or tablet for best experience.
  • Mix and match the filters found to the Left and Above to find your next event.
  • To see Arts in Parks events, select the Event Type "Art Event."
  • Each event card provides a preview of the event details. Events featuring the recurring icon are offered multiple dates/times.
California State Parks Events Calendar

 

 

Events in Local Parks

Use the interactive map below to find events and programs funded by Arts in California Parks in local parks.

Tips for navigating the map:

  • View on desktop or tablet for best experience.
  • Click on a dot to see a pop-up with information about project(s) in this area.
  • As you zoom into the map, the list of projects on the left will show the projects in your window. Click on a project description to highlight the location on the map, and click again to return to original map.

Map of Projects in Local Parks

 

A smiling woman in black athletic wear kneels on the pavement outdoors, creating a colorful chalk art drawing.
Artist Katie Bush draws chalk art at the Dia de los Muertos event in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. ©2023, California State Parks.

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