Upcoming Exhibitions

First Floor Gallery, City Hall | November 2026 – February 2027

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting current students and alumni of California Institute of the Arts to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “CalArts Showcase” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from November 2026 through February 2027. This exhibition highlights the innovative voices and creative excellence of CalArts artists, showcasing work across a wide range of disciplines and artistic approaches. From experimental practices and conceptual explorations to refined traditional techniques, “CalArts Showcase” celebrates the school’s legacy of pushing creative boundaries. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works that reflect their artistic identity, process, and vision. The exhibition offers a platform for emerging and established artists to share their work with the community while highlighting the impact of arts education on contemporary culture.

NOTE: This exhibition will be the City’s first to feature handmade three-dimensional artwork displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.

Newhall Community Center | June – September 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Animal Kingdom” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center from June through September 2026. This exhibition celebrates the diversity, beauty, and spirit of animals across the natural world, inviting artists to explore wildlife, domesticated animals, and symbolic representations of the animal form. From detailed portraits and dynamic movement to expressive interpretations and imaginative creatures, “Animal Kingdom” encourages artists to reflect on the relationships between humans and animals. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by fauna, ecosystems, and the emotional and cultural significance of animals. The exhibition honors animals as subjects of wonder, connection, and storytelling.

First Floor Gallery, City Hall | May – August 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Seascapes” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from May through August 2026. This exhibition celebrates the beauty, power, and tranquility of the ocean and coastal environments, inviting artists to reflect on humanity’s connection to the sea. From expansive shorelines and rolling waves to marine life, harbors, and underwater worlds, “Seascapes” encourages artists to explore the moods, rhythms, and visual poetry of oceanic spaces. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by coastal landscapes, sea life, boats, pirate ships, marine life, and the ever-changing nature of the water. The exhibition highlights the ocean as both a source of inspiration and a symbol of movement, reflection, and depth.

NOTE: This exhibition will feature and is seeking handmade three-dimensional artwork to be displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.

Newhall Community Center | March – June 2026

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “DreamScapes” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the Newhall Community Center from March through June 2026. This exhibition explores the imaginative, surreal, and subconscious worlds that emerge beyond waking reality, inviting artists to visualize dreams, inner landscapes, and fantastical environments. From ethereal scenes and abstract visions to symbolic narratives and altered realities, “DreamScapes” encourages artists to blur the line between the real and the imagined. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by dreams, memory, fantasy, and the emotional spaces of the mind. The exhibition celebrates creativity without boundaries, offering viewers an immersive journey into worlds shaped by imagination and intuition.

The City of Santa Clarita (City) is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration in the upcoming “Spirit of the West” juried exhibition, which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery in City Hall from March 4 through May 20, 2026. This exhibition celebrates the enduring legacy, landscapes, and cultural imagery of the American West, inviting artists to reflect on its history, traditions, and evolving identity. From sweeping desert vistas and rugged terrain to cowboy culture, horses, western iconography, and life on the frontier, “Spirit of the West” encourages artists to explore the stories and symbolism that define the West. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to photography, painting, and mixed media. Artists are invited to submit works inspired by western landscapes, heritage, lifestyle, and mythology. The exhibition honors the visual heritage of the West while highlighting its continued influence on contemporary culture and artistic expression. The application will open soon and the deadline to apply is February 22, 2026.

NOTE: This exhibition will be the City’s first to feature handmade three-dimensional artwork displayed in a secured glass display case located beneath the main entrance signage at City Hall. Submitted works must be fully handcrafted and fit within the display case interior (45.9″ L × 15″ W × 32.4″ H). With fixed glass shelves in place, individual artworks may be up to 10.5 inches tall. Each shelf supports up to 44 lbs.