Events

First Friday Holiday Market  Hosted by the Arts Council of Kern Part of Holiday on 18th Street Join us for a festive and creative evening at the First Friday Holiday Market hosted […]

The Holiday Shoppe Hosted by the Arts Council of Kern Part of Holiday on 18th Street  Join us for a magical night of local shopping and Holiday cheer during our […]

Santa's Second Saturday  Hosted by the Arts Council of Kern Part of Holiday on 18th Street Celebrate the season during Santa's Second Saturday, a festive daytime shopping experience hosted by […]

Carol-oke Cowboy Christmas Karaoke Get ready to saddle up and sing your heart out at our Carol-oke Cowboy Christmas Karaoke, happening Friday, December 19th at the Arts Council of Kern! This […]

An Art Gallery dedicated to the alternative, metalworks and sculptural arts.

Cultivate Kern is a free, hands-on workshop series designed to strengthen nonprofit leaders, arts and culture organizations, schools, libraries, grassroots groups, and civic leaders across Kern County. Through arts-based strategies and practical tools, the program helps organizations build capacity, diversify funding, strengthen leadership, and move from survival to sustainability. Featuring interactive sessions, peer networking, and […]

Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County, the gallery highlights a […]

Second Saturday is our monthly morning-to-afternoon community market, held from 9 AM to 1 PM, where local vendors fill our building with handcrafted goods, art, and unique finds. This month’s event also marks the closing celebration of Cutting Edge, featuring a special skateboard performance by Richard Valle that adds an energetic, creative twist to the […]

Reigning Cats and Dogs is a playful and heartwarming exhibition celebrating our favorite furry companions. Featuring pet-inspired artwork by talented local artists from across Kern County, the gallery highlights a variety of styles and mediums that capture the charm and personality of cats and dogs. The celebration will also include a lively Pet Parade, inviting […]