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.
March 2025
BAYarts Sensory Yoga Experience
Unwind and recharge with a gentle, grounding and restorative yoga class in the newly renovated BAYarts Sullivan Family Auditorium under the instruction of Rita Beckstrom. This slow-paced, all-levels practice focuses on supportive, passive poses designed to release tension, stretch your body, and calm your mind. Enhance your experience with a soothing blend of movement, aromatherapy, and music, creating a full-body sensory reset. All proceeds support the future Sensory Garden at BAYarts, helping to create an inclusive, nature-inspired space for all… Find out more »
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 »
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