Events in Idyllwild

First Saturdays are major art events in Idyllwild from March through December. That's when art openings, painting festivals, art-walks, and art-tours happen.

Sunday Morning Art Cafés from May to October offer an opportunity for artists to discuss process and interact with art lovers in a casual setting in the galleries.

Art Alliance of Idyllwild – 2003

March 1 “First Saturday” Gallery Walk - Gallery Openings 
April 5 "First Saturday” The Box and the Eye - Artists create boxes for opportunity drawing. Fundraiser held at Rush Hall on the Idyllwild Arts Campus 7 p.m.  
May 2, 3, 4 “First Saturday” Open Studio Tour, Events include panel discussion May 3, Open studios and artist reception May 3, People’s Choice awards and Sunday Morning Art Café May 4. 
June 7 “First Saturday” Incredible Edible Art Tour in the Galleries. Artist plate is ticket to specialties by local restaurants. Gallery openings. 
Sunday Morning Art Cafes in June
June 8: All Galleries - Meet the Guest Artists from the Incredible Edible Art Tour.
June 15, 22, 29 - A different gallery hosts this educational event each Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m..

July 5,6 “5th Annual Members’ Show” featuring Art Alliance Artists

Sunday Morning Art Cafes in July
• July 6: Artists from the Members Show - Meet the winners from the 54th Annual Art Alliance Members’ Show
• July 13,20, 27 – A different gallery hosts this casual experience with artists each Sunday from 9:30 a.m to 12:30 p.m.

August 2 “First Saturday” Gallery Walk

Sunday Morning Art Cafes in August
• August 3: The Galleries of Idyllwild - Get to know the guest artists from the First Saturday Gallery Walk.
• August 10, 17. 24 Learn about the artistic process from local artists each Sunday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

September 6, 7 “First Saturday” “2nd Annual Plein Air Painting Festival”

Sunday Morning Art Cafes in September
• September 7: People’s choice awards for Plein Air Festival at champagne reception. On the porch at the Creekstone Inn
• September 14, 21, 28 Discover a new creative approach from local artists from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each Sunday.  

October 4 “First Saturday” “6th Annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting” Stroll the streets of Idyllwild with your wine glass, the ambiance of live music and special exhibits in every gallery.

October 4 & 5 “Juried Members’ Show” Art Alliance Artists

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