Events

Explore your own work through the eyes of master painters. Three days. Three masters. Endless inspiration. We'll explore the color theories and fearless painting approaches of Henri Matisse, Wolf Kahn,… Read More »Painting Under The Influence with Melinda Cootsona

Join us for a free evening of discovery, exploration, and art and learn more about the Palo Alto Art Center! The Palo Alto Art Center will be hosting an Art… Read More »Art Studios Open House

Get ready for the 31st annual Great Glass Pumpkin Patch at Palo Alto Art Center - it's back and bigger than ever! Join us for the 🎃 31st Annual Great… Read More »2026 Great Glass Pumpkin Patch – Saturday

Get ready for the 31st annual Great Glass Pumpkin Patch at Palo Alto Art Center - it's back and bigger than ever! Join us for the 🎃 31st Annual Great… Read More »2026 Great Glass Pumpkin Patch – Sunday

Celebrate "Live the moment light" Enjoy make-and-take art, a cash bar, live performance & food! Friday Night at the Art Center Opening Celebration 🗓️ Friday, Oct 2 | 🕕 6–8… Read More »Friday Night at the Art Center—”Live the moment light” Opening Reception

Join us for a creative afternoon of family art making! A family-oriented, free event with hands-on art making projects, performances & more 2026 Fall Family Day  Sunday, October 18, 2 -… Read More »Fall Family Day

Shop handmade Featuring 50+ Local Makers Saturday, December 5 · 10 AM – 4 PM · FREE for all Looking for the perfect gift or keepsake? Our annual Studio Holiday… Read More »2026 Palo Alto Art Center Studio Holiday Sale

Presented in conjunction with "Live the moment light" at the Palo Alto Art Center. Join Nellie Scott, Executive Director of the Corita Art Center, "Live the moment light" exhibiting artist… Read More »Corita’s Legacy: A Panel Discussion