While we make every effort to ensure events are up-to-date, some may have been postponed or canceled. We recommend checking with the venue or organization before attending any of the following events.

May 2025
BAYarts Faculty Open House
Our second annual Faculty Open House is a family friendly event showcasing our exceptional teaching staff and expansive arts campus. Join us Saturday, May 10 from 12-3 pm for artists’ demonstrations, live music, local art store vendors, drinks, food, and fun! This event is FREE and open to the public. Find out more »
June 2025
BAYarts Art & Music Festival
Join BAYarts on our beautiful Cleveland Metroparks campus for our annual Art and Music Festival! This year will feature over 50 local vendors including art, crafts, food and more. We’ll have food trucks as well as live music by Small Craft Advisory. Plus, our ceramics students will be hosting their Orphan Pottery Sale in the ceramics studio! Admission and parking are free. Friendly dogs on leash welcome. Find out more »
July 2025
BAYarts Mini Moondance
Celebrate summer with the Friends of BAYarts at their signature fundraiser, Mini Moondance! Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of live music, hands-on crafts, family-friendly activities, and a great raffle. This year’s event will feature live music by the School of Rock Junior Headliners. Food & beverage will be available for purchase. Free dessert for the kids! Each child and adult attending will need their own ticket. Ages 2 and under are free. All proceeds will benefit the Friends of BAYarts fundraising… Find out more »
BAYarts Camp: Big Backyard Art Camp
Big Backyard Art Camp is an outdoor focused creative adventure where campers explore art and nature in an engaging hands-on environment. Set in our sprawling BAYarts campus, the camp encourages young artists ages 7-12 to connect with the outdoors while expressing themselves through a variety of artistic mediums while surrounded by the beauty and inspiration of nature. Activities may include plein-air painting, natural sculptures, eco-friendly crafts and more! Please make sure that your child is suited for this active 4-day… Find out more »
BAYarts Camp: Makerspace, A Hands-On Adventure for Young Innovators
Welcome to the Makerspace Camp-the perfect place for young minds to create, explore and bring their ideas to life! Designed for campers ages 7-12, this camp is all about curiosity, creativity and problem solving. Each camper will dive into hands-on projects involving crafting, building and experimenting with a wide range of tools and materials. Please make sure that your child is suited for this active 4-day camp so that they will have the best experience possible. Please register in advance… Find out more »
October 2025
Fall Market at BAYarts
Over 35 vendors with handmade art, treats, and more! Enjoy live music with Small Craft Advisory, food from the Yum Village food truck, and ice cream, coffee, and bubble tea for purchase from Bay Provisions. And great news: kids can test run their Halloween costumes at the annual Trick or Treat trail with Friends of BAYarts for just $5! Find out more »
November 2025
Scriptless in Seattle Live at BAYarts
Returning to the Carney Family Stage on November 15 is Scriptless in Seattle, bringing another rousing and hilarious night of family-friendly sketch comedy! With a style reminiscent of the beloved show “Whose Line Is It Anyway,” Scriptless in Seattle offers a unique blend of hilarious sketches, improvised musicals, game shows, film noir, and so much more. No two shows are ever the same, ensuring an evening filled with surprises, laughter, and memorable moments. Purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/scriptless-in-seattle-live-at-bayarts Find out more »
China Grove Live at BAYarts
BAYarts is excited to welcome Doobie Brothers cover band China Grove to our stage on Friday, November 21 in our Sullivan Family Auditorium. Tickets are $15 each in advance on our website, and $20 at the door. Cash bar, 21+ please. Find out more »
BAYarts Holiday Extravaganza
Join BAYarts in kicking off the holiday season with the 4th annual BAYarts Holiday Extravaganza! The event takes place on Saturday, November 22 from 3-7 pm. This special evening features the grand opening of the BAYarts Holiday Artisan Shop, cocoa and crafts for the kids, food for purchase, a cash bar, and a tree lighting at 6 pm by Santa Claus himself. And new this year: each family or group will receive a voucher at check-in for a carriage ride… Find out more »
December 2025
Live at BAYarts: Christmas Show with Yuletide Carol Kings
BAYarts is excited to welcome the Yuletide Carol Kings to our stage for a special holiday show on Friday, December 19 in our Sullivan Family Auditorium. Made up of local musicians from Kingfish, Crazy Chester, and Sidecar, Yuletide Carol Kings features a holiday-themed song list. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Find out more »
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