(featured image) Santos Shelton, Breaking Up The Past, 2024/2025. Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, 12 x 12 in. *Courtesy of Moth Belly Gallery
San Francisco’s art scene is straight-up thriving this week, and trust us—you’re gonna want to be part of it. We’re kicking things off at California College of the Arts, where the next generation of visionaries is on full display at the 2025 Scholastic Art Awards Bay Area Exhibition. From over 7,000 entries, just a few standout works earned Gold and Silver Key honors—and they’re all waiting to blow your mind. Then on Thursday, dive into SF’s layered legacy with the Chinese Culture Center’s sold-out walking tour honoring Wong Kim Ark’s fight for birthright citizenship, or embrace the ethereal at Gallery Wendi Norris, where Enrique Martínez Celaya’s debut show The Wilderness turns introspection into oil-and-wax reveries across two city locations.
But wait, we’re just getting warmed up! This week’s lineup also includes a powerful closing reception at SOMArts celebrating Palestinian solidarity art, French abstractions and hors d’oeuvres at Alliance Française, and an ultra-glam explosion of Bowie-era brilliance at Haight Street Art Center’s Glitter & Trash. Looking for weekend plans? We’ve got you covered—think 200+ creatives at the Renegade Craft Fair, surreal journeys into The Mushroomville Ballet at Gallery 60SIX, and Andrew Schoultz’s mind-bending mural takeover at Hosfelt Gallery. Oh, and that’s just scratching the surface. Scroll on down for the full scoop on what to see, where to go, and how to make your week extra artful.
Wednesday, Mar. 26th
*Banner courtesy of California College of the Arts (CCA)
California College of the Arts (CCA)
Wed, Mar. 26th – Sun, Mar. 29th 10AM-5PM
California College of the Arts (CCA) hosts the “2025 Scholastic Art Awards CA Bay Area Regional Exhibition,” showcasing Silver and Gold Key-winning works by talented high school artists. Featuring a selection of standout pieces from over 7,200 submissions, the exhibition celebrates young creatives and their artistic achievements. (Mar. 26th – 30th)
Thursday, Mar. 27th
*Banner courtesy of Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco (CCCSF)
Chinese Culture Center of San Francisco (CCCSF)
Thu, Mar. 27th 10:30AM-12PM
The Chinese Culture Center (CCC) presents a special edition of its “Chinatown History & Art Tour (C.H.A.T.)” to honor the 127th anniversary of Wong Kim Ark’s landmark Supreme Court case, which affirmed birthright citizenship in the U.S. This intimate tour explores Chinatown’s rich history, activism, and art, highlighting Wong’s legacy and the ongoing fight for civil rights. *Tickets $15; SOLD OUT
*Banner courtesy of Red Curtain Addict
Red Curtain Addict
Thu, Mar. 27th 5:30-8:30PM
Experience the magic of Bay Area performing arts at Red Curtain Addict’s inaugural “Bay’s Stage Arts Soirée,” featuring mini showcases by top organizations like San Francisco Opera, SF Community Music Center, SFJAZZ, One Found Sound, ODC, Festival Napa Valley, and more! Enjoy world-class performances at Local Edition while savoring craft cocktails, gourmet bites, and caviar in the company of fellow arts lovers. *Tickets $75 (General Admission); $115 (VIP) *SOLD OUT
Artwork: Enrique Martínez Celaya, The Prodigal Room, 2024. Oil and Wax on Canvas, 100 x 78 in. Photo by Heather Rasmussen. *Courtesy of Gallery Wendi Norris
Gallery Wendi Norris
Thu, Mar. 27th 6-8PM
Gallery Wendi Norris presents “The Wilderness,” an exhibition of new paintings by Enrique Martínez Celaya, exploring fragility, endurance, and longing through humanity’s complex relationship with nature. Spanning two San Francisco locations, the show marks the artist’s debut with the gallery and introduces a reflective portrayal of “the artist” in his work for the first time. (Mar. 27th – May 10th)
*Photo courtesy of SOMArts Cultural Center
SOMArts Cultural Center
Thu, Mar. 27th 6-9PM
Celebrate the closing reception of “From the River to the Bay” at SOMArts Cultural Center—a powerful night of art, music, and activism. Curated by Chris Gazaleh, this free, all-ages event celebrates the final chance to experience works by 11 Palestinian and solidarity artists, highlighting the Bay Area’s legacy of resistance and resilience.
Friday, Mar. 28th
*Poster courtesy of Christa Grenawalt
Canessa Gallery
Fri, Mar. 28th 5-8PM
“Cultivating Connection” at Canessa Gallery features a site-specific installation by Christa Grenawalt and Oscar Lopez exploring the soil as a living force that heals, nourishes, and connects us. Coinciding with the Bioneers Conference, the exhibition honors farmworkers’ rights with archival slides from the ’70s, reflecting on the cycles of labor, land, and life.
*Poster courtesy of Hotel Biron Wine Bar
Hotel Biron Wine Bar
Fri, Mar. 28th 5PM-12AM
Celebrate Women’s History Month at Hotel Biron with 30% off all bar tabs, a chef-curated menu, and featured wines from Theopolis Vineyards. Enjoy exquisite food, fine wine, and inspiring artwork while raising a glass to the incredible women who shape our world.
*Banner courtesy of Alliance Française de San Francisco
Alliance Française de San Francisco
Fri, Mar. 28th 6-8PM
Join Alliance Française San Francisco for the “Art Opening Night featuring French artist Yolaine Wuest,” whose evocative abstract works explore the interplay of shadow and light. Enjoy an evening of art, culture, and conversation with drinks, hors d’oeuvres, and a chance to immerse yourself in the vibrant French artistic scene.
Artwork: Álvaro Verduzco. *Courtesy of Incline Gallery
Incline Gallery
Fri, Mar. 28th 6-9PM
Incline Gallery presents “FOG: A Mural for San Francisco,” a solo exhibition and installation by Álvaro Verduzco. Blending memory, imagination, and Modern Mexican muralism, Verduzco transforms the gallery walls into a graphite-drawn landscape of personal and collective remembrance, inviting viewers to engage with the work through their own interpretations. (Mar. 28th – May 4th)
*Poster courtesy of Haight Street Art Center
Haight Street Art Center
Fri, Mar. 28th 6-9PM
The Haight Street Art Center presents “Glitter & Trash: Glam Rock Roots & Revolutions,” an exhibition exploring the aesthetics and influence of Glam Rock from the early 1970s, featuring over 100 pieces curated by Peter Groff and sourced from author Andrew Krivine. Highlighting Glam’s theatricality, gender fluidity, and impact on Punk, Goth, and New Romanticism, the show examines its legacy through artists like David Bowie, Alice Cooper, and Parliament, celebrating its enduring role in music, fashion, and self-expression. (Mar. 27th – May 5th)
*Poster courtesy of Parts Peculiar
Parts Peculiar
Fri, Mar. 28th 6-10PM
“GOD IS CHANGE” at Parts Peculiar presents works by Thomas Lewis & Friends (Drew Villanueva, Elena Low, Justine Kessler, Keren Zendejas, KK & Tatiana Rivas), examining capitalism, religion, and apathy through satire and everyday vignettes. This timely group show highlights the absurdity of modern life with humor and critique.
*Banner courtesy of Luma AI Hackathon
Luma AI Hackathon at 275 8th St.
Fri, Mar. 28th 6PM-late
Join the “Luma AI Hackathon,” a three-day event where AI video generation meets artistic expression! Developers, artists, and innovators will explore Luma’s Dream Machine and APIs, participate in expert-led workshops, network with industry leaders, and compete for cash and cloud credits—all in an immersive, creativity-fueled environment with live performances and an AI-powered art gallery. (Mar. 28th – 30th)
Saturday, Mar. 29th
*Poster courtesy of Balloon Museum
Balloon Museum
Sat, Mar. 29th 10AM-9PM
Balloon Museum’s “EmotionAir: Art You Can Feel” debuts at the Palace of Fine Arts, offering an immersive exploration of art and emotions through Inflatable Art. With interactive installations, emotional projections, and performance pieces, this exhibition transforms artworks into dynamic reflections of human feelings. (Mar. 29th – Sept. 7th) *Tickets $32.50 (Children); $42.50 (Adults)
*Flyer courtesy of Renegade Craft Fair
Renegade Craft Fair 2025 at Fort Mason Center
Sat, Mar. 29th & Sun, Mar. 30th 11AM-5PM
Renegade Craft Fair 2025 returns to San Francisco at Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion, featuring over 200 artists and makers showcasing handmade jewelry, clothing, home furnishings, and more. Open to all ages, the event celebrates creativity, craftsmanship, and community in the Bay Area. (Mar. 29th – 30th)
Artwork: Pauline Crowther Scott, Cadenza & Caprice (Diptych). Acrylic on Wood Panels, 48 x 12 in. *Courtesy of Arc Studios & Gallery
Arc Studios & Gallery
Sat, Mar. 29th 12-4PM
Join the “48 Pillars Artists Talk” at Arc Gallery, where 24 Bay Area artists showcase diptychs on identical 48″ x 12″ panels in a unique “structural constraint” exhibition. Hear from participating artists as they discuss their creative process and approach to this format-driven show.
Artwork: Andrew Schoultz, Sunset Serpent with Grey Owl before Nightfall, 2025. Acrylic and Collage on Canvas, 78 x 63 in. Photo by Heather Rasmussen. *Courtesy of Hosfelt Gallery
Hosfelt Gallery
Sat, Mar. 29th 3-5PM
Hosfelt Gallery presents “Linescapes,” Andrew Schoultz’s fifth solo exhibition, transforming the space into an optically vibrating mural installation inspired by Op Art. Blending hand-painted linework with symbolic creatures, Schoultz creates an immersive, energetic environment that explores themes of protection, wisdom, and resilience in a chaotic world. (Mar. 29th – May 10th)
Artwork: Tavalina, On the Hill. Acrylic on Canvas, 29 x 41 in. *Courtesy of Art House SF
Art House SF
Sat, Mar. 29th 5-8PM
Art House SF presents “Three Gallery Walls,” an exhibition inspired by 17th- and 19th-century French salon-style displays, featuring nearly 40 original paintings by 10 global contemporary artists—join the closing reception at their Castro District gallery.
Artwork: Waylon Bradley, Dancing On Thin Ice. Acrylic & Oil on Canvas, 24 x 30 in. *Courtesy of Upside Artspace
Upside Artspace
Sat, Mar. 29th 5-9PM
Waylon Bradley’s “Down Yonder” at Upside Artspace features a collection of ethereal paintings alongside his poetry zine “Oh, So Shaky,” offering a cosmic yet deeply personal journey through art and words. Experience vibrant, otherworldly works and poetic reflections on heartache in his first solo exhibition in San Francisco.
*Banner courtesy of HW Creative Gallery
HW Creative Gallery
Sat, Mar. 29th 5:30-9PM
HW Creative Gallery presents “The Heart is Still Here,” a group exhibition celebrating San Francisco’s resilience and artistic spirit through the works of seven local artists. Experience a night of inspiring art, live music, and engaging conversations.
Artwork: Santos Shelton, The Weight of Vulnerability, 2024/2025. Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel, 16 x 16 in. *Poster courtesy of Moth Belly Gallery
Moth Belly Gallery
Sat, Mar. 29th 7-9PM
Moth Belly Gallery celebrates the closing of Santos Shelton’s solo exhibit “Holding Things In” with a special reception and artist talk. Don’t miss this last opportunity to engage with the artist and his work.
Artwork: Alice Koswara. *Poster courtesy of Ginger Rubio Salon
Ginger Rubio Salon
Sat, Mar. 29th 7-10PM
Ginger Rubio Salon presents “Painted Ladies,” a solo exhibition by Alice Koswara featuring bold, expressive portraits brought to life through fluid brushstrokes and vibrant hues. Experience her captivating exploration of beauty and individuality in this dynamic showcase.