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 & Performing
Chaffey College: Concert Choir
Chaffey College invites you to sing with their Concert Choir this semester! Our concert theme will be “Made in California,” and will feature great works about our great state and by CA-based composers. Concert Choir is OPEN TO ALL, regardless of age or experience. If you’re looking for a place to grow your skills and share your voice, register for MUS75 at chaffey.edu. Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6 PM beginning January 12, 2026. Questions: bethany.encina@chaffey.edu
Inland Pacific Ballet
Inland Pacific Ballet accepts submissions year-round and 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 the website. IPBallet.org
The Inland Valley Repertory Theatre
The Inland Valley Repertory Theatre invites you to be part of its 2026 season auditions at the University of La Verne on January 31 and February 1, 2026. Embrace this opportunity to showcase your talent and creativity. Visit their website at ivrt.org in December for details!
Community Events
City of Fontana – Utility Box Art Contest
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
The Ontario Museum of History and Art: Art Book Fair
This free one-day event showcases regional artists’ books, catalogues, monographs, periodicals, and zines. The museum opens its art galleries to 50 exhibitors, including publishing houses, independent press collectives, artists, zine-makers, printmakers, and individuals practicing experimental paper formats. This event will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026. To learn more about becoming a vendor, visit: ontariomuseum.org.
Earning Opportunities
Arts Connection: Downtown Art Walk
The Arts Council of San Bernardino County, Arts Connection, is excited to reintroduce the Downtown San Bernardino Art Walk! Arts Connection recognizes the importance of spaces and events like this, which celebrate local talent and artists while revitalizing the City of San Bernardino. The next Art Walk will take place on November 28, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. View the vendor application here.
Exhibitions
The American Museum of Ceramic Art: 2026 High School Ceramic Exhibition
Applications for the 2026 High School Ceramics Exhibition will open in March 2026. Entrants must be currently enrolled in high school in the United States. All applications must be submitted through SlideRoom during the month of March 2026. Applications are free. For more information, email Education Manager Chinelo Ufondu at education@amoca.org.
The Arts Area
Solo or Group Exhibition Opportunity
As part of its community partnership with Pitzer College, The Arts Area curates a series of exhibitions and artist talks highlighting the diversity of art in our Inland Empire communities. The exhibitions are hosted at CASA Pitzer, located in Ontario. The Arts Area invites artists to submit proposals for future exhibitions. Exhibition opening receptions are held quarterly on the third Saturday of February, May, August, and November from 6 PM to 9 PM. Deadline: Ongoing. Location: 200 S Euclid Ave, Suite B, Ontario, CA, 91762 To learn more, visit theartsarea.org/casa.
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
Artist Exhibitions – City of Fontana
The Community Services Department offers three gallery locations for artists to exhibit their artwork with two different programs. The Featured Artist Showcase and Satellite Exhibitions provide various opportunities. The City is now accepting artist applications for 2026 exhibitions. To be considered, review details on our website, complete an application, and submit along with the required documents to etorres@fontanaca.gov as soon as possible.
3rd Annual Harmony of Hearts Young Art Contest/Exhibition
Presented by Polaris Education Foundation. and supported by the City of Rancho Cucamonga and in partnership with the Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation (RCCAAF). Eligibility: Students in grades K–12. Submission Window: Now open through January 31, 2026. For details and submission information, visit polaris123.org
Fiscal Sponsorship for Artists
Arts Connection
The San Bernardino Arts Connection’s Fiscal Sponsorship Program provides administrative support and guidance to artists, projects, and other organizations working in various disciplines, so that they can grow, pursue grants, donations, and other sponsorship opportunities that require tax-exempt status. To learn more about fiscal sponsorship, visit artsconnectionnetwork.org/fiscalsponsorship
The Arts Area
The Arts Area offers fiscal sponsorship to support creative projects that may not have the necessary business support or funding to get started. This sponsorship provides immediate non-profit status, making the projects eligible for charitable donations, grants, and institutional support. Is fiscal sponsorship the right choice for your project? Discover the benefits of fiscal sponsorship with The Arts Area. To learn more, visit: theartsarea.org/fiscal-sponsorship
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
Public Art
Downtown Ontario Improvement Association
The Downtown Ontario Improvement Association (DOIA) is seeking visual artists (Illustrators, Graphic Designers, Photographers, Painters, Print Media) who reside within the geographic area of the Ontario City limits to produce work for a variety of forthcoming projects that may be displayed publicly within Downtown Ontario. Submit a short artist biography and artist statement, and digital images of past work. Photos taken with a cell phone are acceptable. Applications may be submitted at any time. Applications may be submitted at any time. 425 N. Euclid Ave. Ontario CA 91762. To apply, please email the Downtown Ontario Improvement Association (DOIA) at socialmedia@downtownontario.org.