Join your community for a milestone celebration of local creativity during the 30th Annual Open Studios Tour, back to back weekends, October 11–12 & 18–19, 11am–5pm. 

We hope to see you during Family Fun Day on October 25th with loads of fun in store! Enjoy arts & crafts, face painting, balloons, and special live performances. This free event lights up our community!

Jackie Greene is coming to Grass Valley on January 29 🎶 Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and former Black Crowes guitarist! Tickets are ON SALE NOW!

Jackie Greene, acclaimed roots and Americana singer-songwriter, brings his soulful piano, bluesy guitar, and heartfelt storytelling to The Center for the Arts on Thursday, January 29, 2026. From his time with The Black Crowes to his critically praised EP The Modern Lives – Vol 2, Greene crafts songs that are reflective, tender, and vibrant. Tickets are now on sale — secure the best seats for this special evening of music.

The Center for the Arts’ largest annual visual arts program which serves on average 200+ artists, in both urban and rural studios, with an estimated 5,000 attendees every year. This self-guided tour extends throughout western Nevada County every second and third weekend of October. In addition, The Center’s Granucci Gallery hosts a Preview Exhibition featuring one work from each participating artist, gallery or group studio. To attend the self-guided tour, use this guide and the Preview Exhibition to discover artists you’d like to visit and plan your route.

Saturdays & Sundays

October 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th from 11-5pm 

Internationally acclaimed artist Simrit returns to Nevada County for a transformative evening of music. Known for her soul-stirring vocals and globally inspired soundscapes, she blends ancient chant, sacred rhythms, and modern soul into immersive performances. 

This performance is a heartfelt homecoming to the community that nurtured her artistry over 20 years ago, with deep roots in local stages and benefit work.

Don’t miss this magical night of sound and connection!

Free Family Fun at The Center!  Saturday, October 25, 2025

Bring the whole family for a spooktacular day of
creativity, laughter, and play! Enjoy arts & crafts, face painting, balloons, and special live performances!
All with a festive Halloween twist. Get those costumes ready!

This free community event happens just twice a year!

Mark your calendars and join us for a
frightfully fun day celebrating the arts in our community!