ADULT PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Art Workshops
Start your art journey! Instructor led by Robin Douglas, explore your creativity through new techniques and become part of a greater community of art lovers.
ART AFTER DARK 2024
ART AFTER DARK transforms the museum into a creative hub full of awe-inspiring wearable art costumes, live music, inspired spooky good libations, and the largest costume contest in the tri-county region. This year's event is inspired by our exhibition, Transformative Currents: Art and Action in the Pacific Ocean!
Art Auction 2024
OMA's Art Auction offers art lovers and collectors at all levels a chance to own works of art by talented artists from the Southern California region.
Teeny Tiny Art Mart
Join the Teeny Tiny creation craze and create your very own miniature masterpiece with 100% of the proceeds helping to support OMA’s education initiatives.
Street Level
Discover musicians, spoken word artists, dancers, and performers from across Southern California on our terrace.
Virtual Programs
Our virtual programs offer a rare opportunity to discover artists' stories and inspirations behind their masterpieces from the comfort of your own home.
Virtual Art Road Trips
These virtual lectures will explore the art, artists, architecture, and architects around the world who have created environments that challenge, entertain, inspire, and delight us.
Art For All
Previously known as Community Art Days, drop in for a free afternoon of creativity for adults, children, and families. All materials are supplied, just bring your imagination.
Plein Air Festival
Open to artists of all skill levels, join over 200 artists and paint the burgeoning city of Oceanside during OMA's biennial Plein Air Festival. 2023 Plein Air Festival starts July 15, 2023
Coffee and Conversation with Artist Alliance
Every First Free Sunday, get together with members of OMA's Artist Alliance for good conversation over a nice a cup of joe, learn about their artwork, and explore the exhibitions for free.
Docent Tours
Trained docents are available Wednesday-Sunday 11:00am–2:00pm for a 60-minute tour. Last tour begins at 1:00pm.
Email citli@oma-online.org to schedule.
Volunteer at OMA
Whatever your interest, there’s a volunteer opportunity that could fill your life with fun, friendship, community service and ART! Volunteer opportunities are available for High School, College, and adults year round. Be a part of the behind-the-scenes of the music series events, Art After Dark, and other programs and events. Join in the creativity to make the art come to life!