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Contact:Kariba Glynn – Marketing Director
Buenaventura Art Association / Ventura Harbor Village 805-415-9972
kariba@buenaventuragallery.org https://www.BuenaventuraArtAssociation.org
BUENAVENTURA ART CENTER & GALLERY CELEBRATES GRAND OPENING AT VENTURA HARBOR VILLAGE
Free Public Event Features Live Art Demonstrations, Performances, Interactive Experiences, Coastal and Harbor ViewsVENTURA, CA — The local creative community expands to the coast with the grand opening of the new Buenaventura Art Center & Gallery at Ventura Harbor Village on Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Residents and visitors throughout Ventura and Santa Barbara counties are invited to celebrate the grand opening of the new Art Center, located at 1559 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 101B. The day-long event is free and open to the public.
The grand opening celebration will transform the harbor promenade into a vibrant showcase where art comes to life along the water:
- Live Art Demonstrations: Watch local artists showcase their techniques step-by-step.
- Live Music & Performances: Enjoy energetic acoustic and stage performances throughout the afternoon.
- Interactive Experiences: Engaging creative activities suitable for art enthusiasts of all ages.
- Giveaways & Surprises: Free art prints, a raffle and special announcements highlighting Ventura’s creative arts scene.
to Ventura Harbor Village opens up new possibilities for connecting local creators with our broader coastal community."
Event Summary
- What: Grand Opening of the Buenaventura Art Center & Gallery
- When: Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Where: Ventura Harbor Village, Suite 101B (1559 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001)
- Admission: Free and open to the public
- Parking: Free harbor parking available in the “Dolphin Lot” or $1/hour in other parking areas.
About Buenaventura Art Association
Buenaventura Art Association (BAA) is a foundational arts organization in Ventura — a 71-year-old, nonprofit institution devoted to its mission: Connecting artists with each other, the community with artists, and learning and growing as artists ourselves. BAA is dedicated to fostering visual arts and supporting visual artists throughout Ventura County and the surrounding Central Coast region.About Ventura Harbor Village
Located along the iconic California central coast, Ventura Harbor Village offers waterfront dining, boutique shopping, outdoor recreation, and community events with views of the Ventura Harbor and Channel Islands National Park.
