Arts + Rec Free Events

Attend these free or “Pay What You Can” events to experience what we have to offer!

Our wide variety of fun, innovative programs enhance wellness, spark creativity and inspire! Some activities need advance registration.
 
Don't forget! Access to Bedford Gallery and participation in Public Art Walking Tours is always Pay What You Can.

Family Art Day: Festivals of Spring

Family Art Day 2026

Join Center for Community Arts in Shadelands for its annual outdoor, free, and fun-filled Family Art Day: Festivals of Spring on Saturday, March 14, 10am–1pm, at Center for Community Arts, 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek.

This is the perfect opportunity to get creative with loved ones, whether it’s painting, crafting, or just having fun with colors. Create, explore, and connect while making lasting memories and memorable art while learning about spring festivals across the world.

Come learn all about Festivals of Spring with our partners: Clay Arts Guild, Community Arts Foundation, My Lileigh Pad, Community Arts Preschool, City of Walnut Creek's Arts + Rec, City of Walnut Creek Specialized Recreation, Bedford Gallery, Synagogue B'nai tikvah, Diablo Taiko, Contra Costa County Library - Walnut Creek Branch, Face Painting by Anna Lea, and Joybound People & Pets.

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