Open Studios Art Tour 2026
South County
October 3 & 4 • 11am-5pm
North County
October 10 & 11 • 11am-5pm
All County
October 17 & 18 • 11am-5pm
Thank you for being part of Open Studios 2026!
Thank you to everyone who came out, visited artists in their studios, had a conversation, or found a piece of art to take home. It means a lot to the artists who open their doors and share their work with the community.
And there’s plenty more to discover beyond Open Studios. Visit a local gallery, go to an exhibition, catch a performance, or spend some time getting to know the artists who live and work here.
Art is happening all year long in Santa Cruz County. We hope you’ll keep showing up, supporting local artists, and finding new ways to connect through the arts.
Discover the work and studio location of this years participating artists.
Artist Print Guide - Pick up the magazine at Good Times newspaper locations, preview exhibit galleries, and public libraries across the county, available while supplies last.
Plan your tour and experience studios across Santa Cruz County.
From curated guides to guest features, these blogs connect the art, people, and places that make Open Studios Art Tour an unforgettable experience.
Preview Exhibits - view a selection of work by participating artists and get inspired as you plan your 2026 Open Studios Art Tour.
PAJARO VALLEY ARTS
Preview exhibit featuring only South County Open Studios artists
Porter Building, 280 Main Street, Watsonville
831-722-3062
pvarts.org
Exhibit Open: September 26 - October 18
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday | 11am-4pm
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 1 | 5-7pm
M.K. CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY
Main preview exhibit featuring all Santa Cruz County Open Studios artists
703 Front Street, Santa Cruz
408-250-2224
mkcontemporary.art
Exhibit Open: September 25 - October 25
Hours: Thursday - Sunday | 11am-5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 26 | 3-6pm
First Friday: October 2 | 5-8pm
SANTA CRUZ ART LEAGUE
Far Out - Preview exhibit featuring only North Coast & Santa Cruz mountains Open Studios artists
526 Broadway, Santa Cruz
831-426-5787
scal.org
Exhibit Open: October 2 - October 18
Hours: Thursday - Sunday | 11am-5pm
Opening Reception: Friday October 2 | 5-8pm
FAQ for Visitors
The app is a mobile version of the Artist Guide. Download it from iTunes or Google Play by searching “Open Studios Santa Cruz.” Available in September.
Pick up a guide at Good Times locations, preview exhibit galleries, and public libraries, while supplies last.
Check out Visit Santa Cruz County for hotel, dining, and tourist information to make the most of your Open Studios visit and enjoy all that Santa Cruz County has to offer.
Open Studios is a FREE, self-guided, countywide art tour presented by Arts Council Santa Cruz County. The first three weekends of October, more than 340 artists will open their studio doors to the public. Meet local creatives, experience their artistic process, and buy directly. We invite you to discover the creativity of Santa Cruz County!
Open Studios is held in artists' studios, homes, and artspaces throughout Santa Cruz County.
South County includes areas south of the Yacht Harbor covering Live Oak to Watsonville.
North County includes areas north of the Yacht Harbor covering the cities of Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, San Lorenzo Valley, and the north coast.
All County features select artists in both North and South counties. Look for the “All County” symbol in the artist’s listing in all artist listings on our website, app, and Artist Guide.
Everyone! Pick up the Artist Guide at newsstands around the county, download the Mobile App, view the artist directory on our website, and follow the green signs throughout Santa Cruz County during the first three weekends in October. Our artist directory platforms listed above have details on studio accessibility, artists offering demonstrations, Spanish speakers, and new artists on the tour.
Visit santacruzopenstudios.com, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @artscouncilsc
Sponsors
Partners
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 OPEN STUDIOS ART TOUR SPONSORS
Andrea London
Ann Ostermann
Anonymous
Diane Craddock & David Hogye
Diane Zipursky & John Holmes
Earleen Overend & Wayne Palmer
Faye & Jay Stone
George Newell
Joe Hyatt & Anissa Novak
Joan Dunn
John Flores & Senator John Laird
Julie Thiebaut
Karen Cogswell & John Maenchen
Kathryn Schlepporst & James Barton
Kim & John Furman
Lisa Rose
Marty Ackerman
Linda Charman, Former Board President
Mary Anne Carson
Mary James
Patricia Kubo Lezin
Peggy Flynn
Pfotenhauer Wilshusen Family
Rachel Wedeen
Trink Praxel