Claremont Village Calendar of Events 2010
... generally reflects larger, outdoor Village events and will be updated throughout the year as more information becomes available. Many galleries and businesses also sponsor special events, exhibits, classes and entertainment. Please refer to them directly for more details.

Every Sunday ... 8:00am-1:00pm
CLAREMONT FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
A "must see" during weekly strolls on Sunday mornings. Sponsored by The Claremont Forum on Second Street between Indian Hill Blvd and Yale Avenue. FREE ADMISSION. View Village Claremont webpage Call (909) 626-3066.

Every Wednesday ... 5:00am-9:00pm ... June, July and August
CELEBRATE FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL
Located on Second Street west of Indian Hill Blvd. Food, fun, crafts and more! FREE ADMISSION.

First Saturday ... 10:00am-12:00noon
VILLAGE WALKING TOUR
pponsored by Claremont Heritage. Tour begins in front of the historic Claremont Metrolink Depot, 200 West First St. and ends with a tour of the newly restored College Heights Lemon Packing House, 500 W. First St. Led by a Claremont Heritage tour guide, this enjoyable walk includes the city's commercial, civic and college buildings bringing to life more than a hundred years of Claremont's history. Cost: $5 per person. Reservations recommended. Call (909) 621-0848. View website
THE CLAREMONT COLLEGES WALKING TOUR is held quarterly. Call Claremont Heritage at (909) 621-0848 for dates and times. View website

Second Saturday (March thru October) ... 5:00-8:30pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Held in March thru October annually on the Village streets. Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.

>>Dates TBD ... 5:30-8:30pm (Art Walk is currently not a monthly Village-wide event.)
ART WALK
Enjoy art, crafts, music, booksignings, shopping and dining during selected evening strolls in The Village. FREE EVENT. Art Walk is currently under discussion for 2010. More details when available. Phone Sonja Stump at (909) 626-1147.

Monday Night Concerts at Memorial Park ... Now thru Sept 6 ... 7:30pm
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Location: Memorial Park Bandshell, 840 N. Indian Hill Blvd. An annual family favorite in Claremont! Come early to find your favorite spot on the lawn. FREE ADMISSION. Don't forget to bring a blanket and/or low lawn chair. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Claremont Kiwanis. Call Human Services at (909) 399-5490.

Fri, Sept 10 ... 5:00-9:00pm
9th Annual VINTAGE VILLAGE WINE WALK
Annual event sponsored by Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group. Tastings will be hosted at over 45 businesses (several are non-alcohol sites) in the Village -- Sells out annually in advance. Tickets are selling faster than ever before. View webpage at www.ClaremontWineWalk.com Call Wine Walk Headquarters (Aromatique) at (909) 626-7422.

Friday Evenings .. Sept 17 thru Oct 1 ... 7:00-8:30 pm
13th Annual DEPOT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES
Friday evening jazz concerts held at the Claremont Depot, 200 W. First St. FREE EVENT. Everyone is encouraged to bring a lawn chair and blanket to enjoy festive music under the stars. Wolfe's Market will be onsite with dinner and snack items available for purchase. Parking is conveniently located at Metrolink Lot (corber of First Street and College Avenue). Sponsored by City of Claremont. and Claremont Chamber VILLAGE MARKETING GROUP. Phone (909) 399-5490.

Sat, Oct 9 ... 5:00-8:30pm
CRUISE NITE in the Village
Final Cruise Nite of the Year. Features a large display of vintage and classic cars in a fun, family-oriented environment. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by Village Grille. Phone (909) 626-8813.

Sun., Oct 10
CLAREMONT HOME TOUR
Sponsored by Claremont Heritage. Call (909) 621-0848. View website

Friday Evenings .. Sept 17 thru Oct 15 ... 7:00-8:30 pm
DEPOT JAZZ CONCERT SERIES
Friday evening jazz concerts held at the Claremont depot, 200 W. First St. FREE EVENT. Sponsored by City of Claremont and Metrolink. Phone (909) 399-5490.

Sat, Oct 23 ... 9:00am-5:00pm
VILLAGE VENTURE Arts & Crafts Faire
29th Annual event sponsored by Claremont Chamber of Commerce. FREE EVENT. Autumn's Largest Arts & Crafts Faire in the Inland Valley! View The Village Claremont Village Venture webpage. Phone (909) 624-1681. View Claremont Chamber website

Sun., Oct 31 ... 1:00-4:00pm
CLAREMONT'S ANNUAL HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION
Games and entertainment at the Claremont Depot. Trick or Treat at select Village businesses. Sponsored by City of Claremont, Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group and local businesses. FREE EVENT. Phone (909) 399-5490



Fri, Nov 12 and Sat, Nov 13 ... 10:00am-4:00pm
62nd Annual PILGRIM PLACE FESTIVAL
Click to view YouTube video of the 2009 Festival I photographed
Enjoy a unique Pilgrim experience at Pilgrim Place, 660 Avery Road, Claremont ... Fun activities for all ages. Art, crafts, rides, booths, historical drama, terrific food. FREE ADMISSION. Sponsored by Pilgrim Place. Phone (909) 621-9581 View website

Thurs, Nov 26 (Thanksgiving)
3rd Annual TURKEY TROT in The Village & The Claremont Colleges
6:00 am ... Registration / 8:00 am ... Kids 1k Fun Run / 8:30 am ... 5k Run/Walk
Click to view YouTube video of the 2009 Turkey Trot I photographed
Sponsored by Claremont Sunrise Rotary. Start at the Claremont Depot. For information call Doug Thompson at (909) 621-7718. View website

Dates/Times to be announced (Nov/Dec)
INLAND PACIFIC BALLET'S THE NUTCRACKER
Click to view The Nutcracker webpage
Truly an awe-inspiring Claremont tradition. Over 100 wonderfully-costumed dancers perform this beautifully-choreographed ballet. See it all at the historic Bridges Auditorium / The Claremont Colleges, 450 N. College Way (east of College Avenue between 4th and 6th Streets), Claremont. Order tickets by phone (909) 607-1139 (Mon-Fri 10-4).

Date/Time to be announced (Nov or Dec)
METROLINK HOLIDAY TOY EXPRESS
Click to view YouTube video of the 2009 Holiday Train I photographed
Train is festively lit with 50,000 lights and there's a fun-filled holiday production -- Meet Santa and his Friends. You're invited to bring new toy(s) for the"Firefighters' Spark of Love Toy Drive". I highly recommend this evening for kids of all ages. FREE EVENT. Train does not roll in the rain. Call (800) 371-LINK for information.

Fri, Dec 3 ... 5:00-8:00pm
ANNUAL CLAREMONT VILLAGE HOLIDAY PROMENADE & TREELIGHTING CEREMONY
Santa will, once again, be the guest of honor at the Claremont Depot when the holiday tree's lights are magically lit for the first time this year. Following the festivities, guests are encourgaged to visit the Village-wide Open House and children are welcome to talk with Santa. FREE EVENT.Sponsored by the City of Claremont (909) 399-5490.

A look back at a few events ...

Fri, Sept 11, 2009
VINTAGE VILLAGE WINE WALK
Annual event sponsored by Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group SOLD OUT as of Sept 9th 2009. Held at over 40 locations in the Village -- enetertainment at numerous sites. Call Wine Walk Headquarters, Aromatique at (909) 626-7422 ... 319-A W. First Street, Claremont Village. To see more details >> View webpage

Ended August 15, 2010 ... Special Community Project
Annual SHOES THAT FIT for BACK TO SCHOOL Project
400 children needed Shoes That Fit and YOU -- and they received them. Annually Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group partners with Shoes That Fit to provide shoes for local children in need. Hundreds of generous people have found this to be a PRICELESS experience --- View webpage. Call Joan Bunte at Stamp Your Heart Out (909) 621-4363.

Ended March 15 2010 ... Special Community Project
6th Annual SHOES THAT FIT for SPRING - EASTER BASKET PROJECT
View Village Shoes That Fit Webpage
200 local students in grades K-12 received an Easter basket filled with a new pair of athletic shoes, socks and Easter goodies. Claremont Chamber VILLAGE MARKETING GROUP, once again, partnered with Shoes That Fit to help out. Over 15 local businesses had baskets available.

Ended August 15 2009 ... Special Community Project
Annual SHOES THAT FIT for BACK TO SCHOOL Project
This year, 450 school children in grades K-6 needed Shoes That Fit and YOU. Annually Claremont Chamber Village Marketing Group partners with Shoes That Fit to provide shoes for local children in need. Hundreds of generous people found this to be a PRICELESS experience. Call Joan Bunte at Stamp Your Heart Out (909) 621-4363. View webpage

A New Mural at The Packing House ...
JEFF FAUST CLAREMONT MURAL UNVEILED
International Glass & Bead Company celebrated its Grand Re-Opening at The Packing House, 530 W. First Street, Claremont on Sunday, May 18, 2008. Jeff Faust was there to view his completed work displayed for the first time. The Claremont Mural is nearly 50 ft long. Words cannot accurately describe what this mural conveys, it must be viewed in person to be most appreciated. Call (909) 626-0877. Store hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs 11-7 / Friday 11-9 / Sat 10-6 / Sun 12-4 / Closed Mondays

Free Claremont Village Trolley Rides Ended in May 2009. Click here for details