It’s back! Part party, part runway show, part epic costume contest, ART AFTER DARK returns October 24, 2026.
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ART AFTER DARK | Costume Contest & Party
Artist Alliance Monthly Social: Hangar 76
Hangar 76
OMA Artist Alliance members and their guests are invited to gather each month for a lively social meetup hosted at rotating venues throughout San Diego and North County. These informal get-togethers offer a relaxed opportunity to connect with fellow artists, share ideas, and build community while exploring a range of hotspots across the region. Whether you’re catching up with familiar faces or meeting someone new, each gathering encourages conversation, collaboration, and camaraderie within the Artist Alliance network.
This is a no-host event, attendees are welcome to purchase their own food and beverages.
Music at the Museum with 333 Pacific featuring Johnny “V” Vernazza
Join us for Music at the Museum, an unforgettable night of art, flavor, and live performance! Your ticket includes food and drinks provided by 333 Pacific, the beloved coastal restaurant known for its elevated menu and signature cocktails.
Headlining the evening is electrifying blues guitarist Johnny “V” Vernazza, whose powerhouse career includes touring and recording with icons like Chuck Berry, Greg Allman, George Thorogood, Charlie Daniels, and Elvin Bishop, and whose signature slide guitar helped define the Southern rock sound.
Set within OMA’s inspiring galleries and creative atmosphere, this high-energy night of music, cuisine, and community is a celebration you won’t want to miss.
Reserved Tables seat 4 people and include the cost of admission.
Adult and Member tickets can be purchased individually for standing room.
This is a 21+ only event.
Ticket Prices:
Reserved Table: $400
Adult: $85
Member: $65
*SPECIAL EVENT* | OMA GALA 2026
Mark your calendars…
The Oceanside Museum of Art Gala returns July 18, 2026!
Cocktail Reception 5:30-7:00pm | Oceanside Museum of Art
Dinner and Dancing 7:30-10:00pm | Civic Center Plaza
Stay tuned for ticketing details!
Have questions in the meantime? Contact Karen Cook at karen@oma-online.org or 760-435-3727 for assistance.
Community Open House
FIRST LOOK!
Join us at Oceanside Museum of Art (OMA) for a Community Open House on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 12:00–4:00pm to learn all about the Museum’s planned expansion into historic Fire Station No. 1 and get a sneak peek into the extended space. Enjoy free admission and free art workshops inspired by our Matrix Multiplied exhibition and the architecture of Irving J. Gill.
12:00–2:00pm: Free Art for All Art Workshops
2:00–3:00pm: Presentation |
In Our Backyard: Architectural Vision, Then and Now
Join us for a conversation with experts in their field about Oceanside’s history in the late 1920’s, the presence of bold modernist architecture designed by Irving J. Gill, and OMA’s plans for conscientious preservation and innovative adaptive reuse in sustaining a full city block of landmark Gill buildings.
This presentation strives to build awareness and pride in Oceanside’s cultural identity and legacy. It is an opportunity to learn about Gill’s significance within historical context and to embrace the Museum’s enduring commitment to vibrant community engagement.
Panelists include:
Ricardo Rabines, Safdie Rabines Architects
Kristi Hawthorne, Director of the Oceanside Historical Society
Heath Fox, Curator for the Irving J. Gill Foundation
The panel presentation is offered free of charge from 2:00 to 3:00 pm in the Groves Gallery. All are welcome.
3:00–4:00pm: Light Refreshments Provided
Summer Art Camp | Session 2
Get ready for a week of creativity, curiosity, and happy, paint-splattered hands. At Oceanside Museum of Art’s Summer Art Camp, kids get to spend their days making art, exploring ideas, and learning from our Gallery Educators in a welcoming Museum setting.
TWO UNIQUE WEEKS: SIGN UP FOR ONE OR BOTH!
LIMITED TO 25 SPOTS PER WEEK!
June 15–19, 2026 | 9:00am–3:00pm
June 22–26, 2026 | 9:00am–3:00pm
While both weeks visit the same exhibitions and explore similar big ideas, no two weeks are the same! Projects, subjects, and materials shift each week, so returning campers will enjoy fresh challenges. This allows returning campers to deepen their skills while creating entirely new artwork!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Campers will learn foundational art skills like drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting, and mixed media while also building confidence, problem-solving skills, and creative independence. Activities include drawing cartoons with a professional cartoon artist, designing and building cardboard “automatic machines” inspired by the Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder exhibition, creating custom prints on tote bags inspired by the Matrix Multiplied: Hybrid Approaches to Printmaking exhibition, plein air watercolor painting, collaborative mural-making, beach sketching, mixed media collage, and more.
Beyond art techniques, campers practice observation, creative thinking, collaboration, and expressing their ideas visually. OMA’s galleries are our inspiration labs, and every project encourages experimentation and trying something new (there’s no “right way” here!)
Each day includes a walk to the Oceanside Public Library (OPL) where free lunch is provided by the Lunch at the Library program if needed, otherwise kids can bring their lunch from home. OPL is our favorite neighbor and a great place to reset before heading back to the studio.
WAYS TO SAVE
Early bird sign ups are available for non-member registrants to save 10% using coupon code “OMAEARLYBIRD” before March 16*. Active OMA Members save EVEN MORE with 20% OFF Summer Art Camp registration, just enter your member email when registering! Learn more about OMA membership here.
*Early bird 10% off coupon code offer ends March 16, 2026. Members save 20% off registration through June 2026. Offers cannot be combined. Space is limited to 25 campers per week.
Registration Prices:
Non-Member: $400
Member: $320 (20% off)
Early Bird: $360 (10% off)
Summer Art Camp | Session 1
Get ready for a week of creativity, curiosity, and happy, paint-splattered hands. At Oceanside Museum of Art’s Summer Art Camp, kids get to spend their days making art, exploring ideas, and learning from our Gallery Educators in a welcoming Museum setting.
TWO UNIQUE WEEKS: SIGN UP FOR ONE OR BOTH!
LIMITED TO 25 SPOTS PER WEEK!
June 15–19, 2026 | 9:00am–3:00pm
June 22–26, 2026 | 9:00am–3:00pm
While both weeks visit the same exhibitions and explore similar big ideas, no two weeks are the same! Projects, subjects, and materials shift each week, so returning campers will enjoy fresh challenges. This allows returning campers to deepen their skills while creating entirely new artwork!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Campers will learn foundational art skills like drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpting, and mixed media while also building confidence, problem-solving skills, and creative independence. Activities include drawing cartoons with a professional cartoon artist, designing and building cardboard “automatic machines” inspired by the Aaron Kramer: Sense of Wonder exhibition, creating custom prints on tote bags inspired by the Matrix Multiplied: Hybrid Approaches to Printmaking exhibition, plein air watercolor painting, collaborative mural-making, beach sketching, mixed media collage, and more.
Beyond art techniques, campers practice observation, creative thinking, collaboration, and expressing their ideas visually. OMA’s galleries are our inspiration labs, and every project encourages experimentation and trying something new (there’s no “right way” here!)
Each day includes a walk to the Oceanside Public Library (OPL) where free lunch is provided by the Lunch at the Library program if needed, otherwise kids can bring their lunch from home. OPL is our favorite neighbor and a great place to reset before heading back to the studio.
WAYS TO SAVE
Early bird sign ups are available for non-member registrants to save 10% using coupon code “OMAEARLYBIRD” before March 16*. Active OMA Members save EVEN MORE with 20% OFF Summer Art Camp registration, just enter your member email when registering! Learn more about OMA membership here.
*Early bird 10% off coupon code offer ends March 16, 2026. Members save 20% off registration through June 2026. Offers cannot be combined. Space is limited to 25 campers per week.
Registration Prices:
Non-Member: $400
Member: $320 (20% off)
Early Bird: $360 (10% off)
SPECIAL EVENT | Swell Plates Dinner at Merenda
Join environmental anthropologist and Merenda co-owner Dr. Lauren Crossland-Marr for an evening inspired by the Francisco Eme: Future Rituals & La eco-resistencia exhibition.
Drawing from Eme’s work and her own research, Dr. Crossland-Marr introduces environmental anthropology, a field that explores how humans understand and live within ecological systems.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6–7PM
Merenda Wine Bar
3375 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92058
$45 per person
An extension of Visit Oceanside’s Swell Plate Series.
Artist Alliance Journaling for Creatives | Writing Your Mission Statement
In this virtual workshop series, artists are invited to turn their journal into a studio companion and idea incubator. Through interactive Zoom sessions we’ll explore simple, repeatable practices artists can use to generate content, clarify ideas, and deepen connection to their work.
JUNE TOPIC: WRITING YOUR MISSION STATEMENT
In this interactive journaling workshop, you’ll:
– Explore your core values and creative motivations
-Use guided journaling prompts to uncover your personal “Why”
-Shape words that inspire your art, fuel your career, and connect you with audiences
You will receive a Zoom link in the emailed RSVP confirmation receipt.
Ticket Prices:
Artist Alliance Member: Free
