The following list includes current art opportunities for artists and youth that are accepting open call entries, auditions, or applications. Please visit the sponsoring organization’s website for detailed information about eligibility, submission details, event information, and deadlines.
Auditions
Inland Pacific Ballet Auditions
Inland Pacific Ballet often holds private and open-call auditions for various productions outside of the regularly scheduled Company auditions. If you are interested in performing with Inland Pacific Ballet, please check the Upcoming Auditions section on their website.
Community Events
Claremont Artwalk
The Claremont Village Artwalk takes place every first Saturday in Claremont Village from 6-9 pm. Each art walk features local galleries, amazing artists, light bites, and refreshments. The Claremont art walks for 2025 are on April 5, May 3, and June 2025. Interested in participating in the Claremont Artwalk? Visit: claremontvillage.com
Utility Box Art Contest in the City of Fontana
The City of Fontana needs your help to beautify this community. Several artworks will be selected to transform utility boxes into works of art throughout the city. Submissions are through Fontana 311 only, and there is no monetary compensation or prizes. Submissions are now open until further notice. To learn more, visit: https://www.fontanaca.gov/3647/Contests
Ontario Art Walk at CASA Pitzer
Apply for the Ontario Art Walk at CASA Pitzer! The Arts Area at CASA Pitzer invites artists of all mediums to participate in a free quarterly indoor pop-up gallery during the Ontario Art Walk on Saturday, May 17th, from 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Exhibitions
Chaffey Community Museum of Art (CCMA)
The Chaffey Community Museum of Art (CCMA) is seeking visual artists who reside within the geographic area served by the Ontario International Airport to exhibit small-scale works of art in wall-mounted glass display cases. Online application and more information at chaffeymuseum.org
Internships
Inland Valley Repertory Theatre
IVRT Internships are a great way to learn more about how a nonprofit theatre arts organization is run, get involved with Inland Valley Repertory Theatre, and gain working experience (non-paid). Internships may be hybrid (in-person/virtual). In-person locations are La Verne and Claremont. To learn more, visit: ivrt.org
Festivals
Fontana Arts Festival
The Fontana Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, May 17. This family-friendly event celebrates all aspects of arts and culture, focusing on creating engaging and interactive opportunities that connect both professional and emerging artists with the community. For more information about the Fontana Arts Festival or to inquire about becoming a vendor, please contact the festival organizer at (909) 349-6952 or via email at arts@fontanaca.gov.
Inland Film Festival
The Inland Film Festival (IFF) is a grassroots film festival and workforce initiative brought to you by Arts Connection – The Arts Council of San Bernardino County and local filmmakers from the Inland Empire (IE), CA. Founded in 2023 with support from the Creative Corps Grant, the Garcia Center for the Arts and local artists founded IFF to celebrate and uplift local filmmakers and the many stories of the IE– showcasing their talent as well as highlighting their stories that reflect the cultural fabric and immense creativity of our communities. Submissions are now open! Submit your film before the deadline of June 1, 2025 To learn more, visit: artsconnectionnetwork.org/inland-film-festival