A logo for Arts in California Parks featuring a teal arts wordmark with a bear silhouette integrated into the letter R, and the full program name in gold below.

Arts in California State Parks Venue Finder

An outdoor event with people seated under white tents, listening to a speaker in front of a brick wall. In the foreground, there is a table displaying various books, pamphlets, and promotional materials. The scene takes place on a wooden deck with clear blue skies in the background.

A spread of books on a table at the Poetry in Parks event at China Camp State Park on September 14, 2024. Photo by Quiet Lightning.

Explore California State Parks as potential venues for events and programs!

The Arts in California State Parks Venue Finder is an interactive tool that invites artists, event organizers, and the public to explore California State Parks as potential venues for projects and events.

Tips for navigating the map:

  • View on desktop or tablet for best experience.
  • Click, hold and drag your mouse across California to find a park near you. Click on a park area, and you’ll see a pop-up with information about the park, venue contact information, amenities, and information on local art organization(s).
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A large group of people seen from behind, walking together through a sun-drenched grassy clearing toward a dense evergreen forest.

Art in Nature Collaborative Community project (Bear Yuba Land Trust-Nevada County-2024 grantee). Photo by Parks California.

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Why? Your contribution will help nurture connections, foster well-being, and paint a brighter future for our communities.

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Parks California is the official public-private nonprofit partner to California State Parks. Working statewide, it’s uniquely positioned to innovate and work hand-in-hand with communities and experts to bring resources together, ensuring that everyone can experience healthy and thriving parks for generations to come. 

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