Events

Jeanette Richardson teaches how to apply for community grants and scholarships for nonprofits. In person and zoom.

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 […]

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 […]