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september
06sepalldayFeaturedPLEIN AIR FESTIVAL | September 6-13, 2025(All Day)

Time
september 6 (Saturday) - 13 (Saturday)
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
2025 Oceanside Plein Air Festival Painting Southern California in the Open Air September 6 - 13, 2025 Come together to celebrate creativity and the natural environment with
Event Details
2025 Oceanside Plein Air Festival
Painting Southern California in the Open Air September 6 - 13, 2025
Come together to celebrate creativity and the natural environment with artists of various skills to take over our beautiful city with plein air painting. There will be Artist Workshops, Artist Networking Events, Easel Sales, Quick Paint Challenges, and Awards during the Festival. Artwork created during the Festival will also be up for selection for our Plein Air Exhibition that will run through November 2025 at OMA.



Time
(Sunday) 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
FREE | Each month OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays from 12-2pm to join in Art For All, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by
Event Details
FREE | Each month OMA welcomes friends and neighbors on Free First Sundays from 12-2pm to join in Art For All, our fun hands-on art-making experience led by artists and cultural partners from our community.
Plein Air Painting Party
On September 7, celebrate the outdoors with a plein air painting experience. Grab a brush, pick your view, and express the beauty of Oceanside’s surroundings through color and creativity in the open air.
Whether you’re new to art or have your own creative flow, Art For All is the time to let your imagination soar. Visit our current exhibitions to spark your creativity! Explore different art-making materials through creative projects at each session while learning from local and regional artists. Check back each month to see what we’re up to next!
These informal drop-in workshops are open to all ages. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. All materials are provided free of charge, while supplies last.
sun07sep6:00 pm8:00 pmSEPTEMBER | Virtual Art Share with OMA Artist Alliance6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Time
(Sunday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Virtual - Zoom
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all disciplines are welcome. Take part in this conversation via a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Content Advisory: This is a supportive peer group for artists of all experience levels, engaging with a broad range of subject matter, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, anime, landscapes, various forms of sculpture, photography, portraiture, figurative work, LGBTQ themes, sexuality, politics, and war. Because the artwork and discussions may include mature or sensitive content, participants under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have explicit guardian permission to attend. If any participant—adult or underage—prefers to avoid potentially triggering content, we are happy to accommodate by scheduling their presentation earlier in the session to allow for a timely and respectful departure.

Time
10 (Wednesday) 11:00 am - 13 (Saturday) 5:30 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Stop
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Stop by our lobby for a special pop-up art sale featuring original works created during the September 9 Mission San Luis Rey Quick Paint Challenge! Discover fresh, on-the-spot plein air pieces capturing the beauty of this historic site, only available to purchase at OMA during the final days of the Plein Air Festival. All artwork sales will be processed through OMA’s front desk.
Free with Festival Registration
Free to view, artwork prices vary.

Time
(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
Beer Town, 507 N Coast Hwy
507 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
Event Details
Join
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Join us for a fun and casual evening of creativity and connection at Beer Town during Oceanside’s Plein Air Festival! Bring your own painting supplies and transform a blank coaster into a mini masterpiece while mingling with fellow artists and art lovers. Coasters provided, drinks and snacks available for purchase (no host). Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just looking to unwind and get inspired, this laid-back networking event is the perfect way to tap into the spirit of the festival.
Free with Festival Registration
Free to participate; no host - Enjoy Plein Air all day happy hour!
fri12sep11:00 am4:00 pmFeaturedThe Big Teeny Tiny Friday Drop-In Workshop at OMA11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
While
Event Details
While you prepare for Saturday's Plein Air Awards Ceremony, drop in to OMA on Friday to join the Teeny Tiny creation craze for a good cause. Submit your 5" x 5" masterpiece by 4:00pm on Friday to be eligible for a cash prize, announced at the Plein Air Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 13. Submitted artwork will be considered a donation to OMA and will be for sale at $25 each. Unsold works may be moved into the 2026 Teeny Tiny Art Mart fundraiser taking place in February, 2026. All of the proceeds go directly towards providing thousands of students annually with transformative arts-based educational experiences. So, grab your art supplies and let your imagination soar—together we can make a big impact, one teeny tiny artwork at a time.
Learn more about OMA’s annual Teeny Tiny Art Mart fundraiser at www.oma-online.org/tiny
Artwork may be created in any medium on any substrate. 5" x 5" canvases will be provided while supplies last. Canvases do not need to be stamped.
Free with Festival Registration
sat13sep10:00 am11:00 amFeaturedPlein Air Festival VIP Exhibition Pre Sale10:00 am - 11:00 am

Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Be
sat13sep10:00 am3:00 pmFeaturedPlein Air Easel Sale | September 1310:00 am - 3:00 pm

Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location
Beer Town, 507 N Coast Hwy
507 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
Event Details
Directly
Event Details
Directly across the street from the museum, peruse a stunning showcase of original works of plein air art in a variety of media created over the course of Oceanside's Plein Air Festival. Find the next gem for your collection at pricing accessible to any level of collector, or simply browse the hundreds of artistic interpretations of Southern California’s natural beauty created over the course of the preceding week. The sale will be open both before and after the Plein Air Festival Awards Celebration taking place just across the street at OMA, making it an exciting way to start or end your day of celebrating art in the open air. Love what you see? You can purchase paintings straight off the easel! OMA staff will be available to process payments.
Free with Festival Registration
Free to view, artwork prices vary.
sat13sep11:00 am12:00 pmFeaturedPlein Air Festival Awards Celebration11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Time
(Saturday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Celebrate
Event Details
Celebrate the culmination of the third Oceanside Plein Air Festival with fellow artists and art lovers. View and buy paintings selected for the 2025 Plein Air Festival Juried Exhibition, and purchase your own original work of art at the Plein Air Easel Sale. Join us as we recognize the outstanding paintings in various categories and award the winning prizes, including Best in Show judged by Peter Adams, Toni Williams, and OMA Executive Director Maria Mingalone. As we put a stamp on a week of outstanding creativity, gather with old and new friends alike to raise a glass to art and the natural environment in Oceanside’s third Plein Air Festival.
Free with Festival Registration

Time
(Monday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “The Flash and
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.
“The Flash and Sparkle of Mickalene Thomas”
Sequins, buttons, beads, collages, and stencils are the trademark of Thomas. We will glue certain small objects in some areas of the painting to emphasize the passion for sparkle in our lives. These joyful creations will speak to the heart.
A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.
Space is limited. Register today!

fri19sep5:30 pm7:30 pmTaste of Art Workshop | Art and Music5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Time
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Art and Music Inspired by music, start hearing colors
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.
Art and Music
Inspired by music, start hearing colors and shapes. Painting to music will bring out your lyrical composition. Many techniques and tools will be available for added expression.
All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

october
sat04oct10:30 am12:00 pmNew Member Welcome Event10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Time
(Saturday) 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Are you a fresh addition to our community? Come join us for our New Member Welcome! It's a fantastic chance to enjoy complimentary refreshments, meet both new and long-standing
Event Details
Are you a fresh addition to our community? Come join us for our New Member Welcome! It's a fantastic chance to enjoy complimentary refreshments, meet both new and long-standing members, discover volunteer prospects, and indulge in a private docent tour of our ongoing exhibitions. If you can't make it this time, watch out for future New Member Welcome events on our calendar. Whether you've been a member for a week or a year, we're thrilled to have you join us and embrace a stronger sense of belonging.
If you have any questions, please email Katelyn Johnson, Membership Manager.

sun05oct6:00 pm8:00 pmOCTOBER | Virtual Art Share with OMA Artist Alliance6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Time
(Sunday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Virtual - Zoom
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all disciplines are welcome. Take part in this conversation via a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Content Advisory: This is a supportive peer group for artists of all experience levels, engaging with a broad range of subject matter, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, anime, landscapes, various forms of sculpture, photography, portraiture, figurative work, LGBTQ themes, sexuality, politics, and war. Because the artwork and discussions may include mature or sensitive content, participants under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have explicit guardian permission to attend. If any participant—adult or underage—prefers to avoid potentially triggering content, we are happy to accommodate by scheduling their presentation earlier in the session to allow for a timely and respectful departure.
mon13oct10:00 am3:00 pmStudio Arts Workshop | “Printmaking on Hand-Made Paper"10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Time
(Monday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “Printmaking on Hand-Made
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.
“Printmaking on Hand-Made Paper"
Create a variety of “papers” using multiple natural materials. The second step will be to print on the newly created paper, wet or dry, to create dream like images with atmospheric qualities. A possible poem or saying may enhance the finished product.
A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.
Space is limited. Register today!

fri17oct5:30 pm7:30 pmTaste of Art Workshop | Live Model Drawing and Painting5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Time
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Live Model Drawing and Painting A quick study of
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.
Live Model Drawing and Painting
A quick study of the proportions and gestures of the human form using several techniques will lead to a very creative art adventure.
All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!


Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Heritage Park & All Saints Church and Cemetery
220 Peyri Dr
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote The Museum and park is open and there should be plenty of parking in the main lot on Peyri Dr. as well as access to restrooms. Open to
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote
The Museum and park is open and there should be plenty of parking in the main lot on Peyri Dr. as well as access to restrooms.Open to All Levels!
Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.How to Participate:
- Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/
- Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!
Become an Artist Alliance Member:
Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

november
sun02nov6:00 pm8:00 pmNOVEMBER | Virtual Art Share with OMA Artist Alliance6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Time
(Sunday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Virtual - Zoom
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all disciplines are welcome. Take part in this conversation via a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Content Advisory: This is a supportive peer group for artists of all experience levels, engaging with a broad range of subject matter, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, anime, landscapes, various forms of sculpture, photography, portraiture, figurative work, LGBTQ themes, sexuality, politics, and war. Because the artwork and discussions may include mature or sensitive content, participants under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have explicit guardian permission to attend. If any participant—adult or underage—prefers to avoid potentially triggering content, we are happy to accommodate by scheduling their presentation earlier in the session to allow for a timely and respectful departure.
mon10nov10:00 am3:00 pmStudio Arts Workshop | “Experimental Multi-Media Materials”10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Time
(Monday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “Experimental Multi-Media Materials”
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.
“Experimental Multi-Media Materials”
Bring in found or discarded objects and give them an artistic life with stencils, modeling paste, paint, flora, or fabrics added to them. Many unique materials will be provided to create an eclectic art object.
A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.
Space is limited. Register today!


Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Top Gun House
250 N Pacific St
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote Paint the cute umbrellas and Victorian architecture, guests enjoying their pie, the steers views, or the nearby pier views. Free parking at the lot at the corner
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote
Paint the cute umbrellas and Victorian architecture, guests enjoying their pie, the steers views, or the nearby pier views. Free parking at the lot at the corner of Seagaze and S Cleveland drives or metered street parking. Public restrooms available nearby at the pier.Open to All Levels!
Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.How to Participate:
- Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/
- Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!
Become an Artist Alliance Member:
Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/

tue18nov6:00 pm9:00 pmNOVEMBER | Artist Alliance Quarterly Critique6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Time
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Artist Alliance members, along with their guests, are welcome to engage in a group art share and critique, aimed at fostering professional growth. Not yet part of the
fri21nov5:30 pm7:30 pmTaste of Art Workshop | Image and Text5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Time
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Image and Text Bring in a line from a
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.
Image and Text
Bring in a line from a poem or lyrics from a song and respond to it or create an emotion with colors, shapes, lines, and textures.
All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!

sat22nov5:00 pm7:00 pmFeaturedEXHIBITION CELEBRATION | NOVEMBER 20255:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Event Details
Join us for an evening of art and drinks as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibitions: The 2025/26 Artist Alliance Biennial Francisco Eme: The
Event Details
Join us for an evening of art and drinks as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibitions:
The 2025/26 Artist Alliance Biennial
Francisco Eme: The Resistance of Echo & La Eco-Resistencia
A Fitting Pair: Irving J. Gill and Oceanside Architecture 1929–1936
Discover and connect with fellow artists, dedicated curators, and a vibrant community as you explore the art and stories of Southern California artists in three new exhibitions at OMA.

december
sun07dec6:00 pm8:00 pmDECEMBER | Virtual Art Share with OMA Artist Alliance6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Time
(Sunday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Virtual - Zoom
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all
Event Details
Join Artist Alliance from home or wherever you are with refreshments of your choice, and enjoy some conversation with fellow artists! Sculptors, painters, photographers, and artists of all disciplines are welcome. Take part in this conversation via a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
Content Advisory: This is a supportive peer group for artists of all experience levels, engaging with a broad range of subject matter, including but not limited to: artificial intelligence, anime, landscapes, various forms of sculpture, photography, portraiture, figurative work, LGBTQ themes, sexuality, politics, and war. Because the artwork and discussions may include mature or sensitive content, participants under the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent or guardian or have explicit guardian permission to attend. If any participant—adult or underage—prefers to avoid potentially triggering content, we are happy to accommodate by scheduling their presentation earlier in the session to allow for a timely and respectful departure.
mon08dec10:00 am3:00 pmStudio Arts Workshop | “Figure Drawing and Painting"10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Time
(Monday) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas. “Figure Drawing and
Event Details
Join us for Studio Arts, when OMA transforms into an artist’s studio, offering skill-building workshops led by distinguished professor and arts educator Robin Douglas.
“Figure Drawing and Painting"
Life drawing can be successful with so many styles and techniques. Real, abstract, and/or ideal figures can create emotional responses with the addition of color. Create several figure studies before painting a final piece of art.
A break for lunch and a relaxed discussion will occur at midday. Please bring your own bagged lunch or feel free to visit one of the restaurants close by on our provided list.
Space is limited. Register today!

fri12dec5:30 pm7:30 pmTaste of Art Workshop | Expressive Floral Paintings5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Time
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Oceanside Museum Of Art
704 Pier View Way
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops. Expressive Floral Paintings Plant, play, and paint flowers, succulents,
Event Details
Kick off your weekend with a bite-sized happy hour version of our renowned Studio Arts workshops.
Expressive Floral Paintings
Plant, play, and paint flowers, succulents, leaves, gardens, ponds and forests. Actual plant life may be incorporated into the paint. Create your own colorful tactile landscape.
All levels of experience are encouraged to participate. OMA provides food, drinks, and supplies; all you have to do is get yourself out of work, grab your friends, and have fun!


Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
Star Theater
402 N Coast Hwy
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote Paint the street view with this iconic theater. Hopefully the lights will come on during the end of our time. Parking and restrooms at the nearby Civic
Event Details
Hosted by: Lorraine Cote
Paint the street view with this iconic theater. Hopefully the lights will come on during the end of our time. Parking and restrooms at the nearby Civic Center.Open to All Levels!
Whether you're a seasoned plein air painter or just starting your artistic journey, this event is for you! Beginners and experienced painters can find fresh inspiration in the urban and natural landscape.How to Participate:
- Register for the event on the San Diego Plein Air Painters Meetup Group site: https://www.meetup.com/painter-86/
- Bring your painting supplies, easel, and canvases. Don't forget sunscreen and a hat for the California sun!
Become an Artist Alliance Member:
Join and learn more about Artist Alliance and the activities at Oceanside Museum of Art at: https://oma-online.org/membership/
