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OCT 2025
October is National Arts & Humanities Month (NAHM), a collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. It's a month long celebration to focus on equitable access to the arts, increase and support participation, and raise awareness about the positive impacts of the arts and humanities.
Use these highlighted activities below as a way to enrich your life with arts and culture!
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OCT 1 & 2 | People and Culture Days
Sierra College
FREE event with performances, music, food, language exchange, exhibits and more!
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OCT 4 | Loomis Fruit Shed Festival
Loomis Chamber of Commerce
A hometown festival honoring agricultural roots and community spirit!
October 2 is the deadline for some the festival events:
Kids’ Entrepreneur Market – Young makers sell their creations.
Chalk Art Contest – Free, all ages welcome, add your art
Anything Apple Baking Contest – Show off your best apple-inspired recipe.
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OCT 4 | OAKtober Festival
Maidu Museum & Historic Site
FREE family-friendly celebration of the beauty and importance of oak trees and the vibrant spirit of autumn. Enjoy eco-inspired crafts, guided nature walks, native plant market, acorn grinding and more!
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OCT 4 | Maker Faire Rocklin
City of Rocklin + Sierra College
Rockets, robots, invention and creativity at this celebration of Makers! Lots of hands-on making. Plus Sierra College preview day. Explore, dream, make! FREE admission and free parking.
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OCT 4 | Symphony Masterworks Concert
Auburn Symphony
Sounds of Hollywood -- think epic movie moments with music by John Williams and Ennio Morricone!
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OCT 9 | Cinema at the State Presents...
Auburn State Theatre
Movies and celebrations this month at various locations include: Maestra, Celebration of Dia de los Metros, Halloween Bash and more!
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OCT 4 | Gallery Gala & Benefit Art Auction
Blue Line Arts
The funds raised at the Gala suppor the work of Blue Line Arts. Support dynamic, thought-provoking exhibitions that inspire, commission public art projects that reflect the diverse voices, and advocate for fair compensation for the talented artists who bring creativity to life.
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OCT 8-17 | Dracula: A Melodrama
Placer Repertory Theater
Bram Stoker’s immortal Gothic thriller is re-imagined as an interactive melodrama, brought fresh from the playwright’s mind as an on-script performance conceived for local audiences.
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OCT 9 | L' Appel du Vide Reception
Art League of Lincoln
L'Appel du Vide is on exhibit at the Rotunda Gallery featuring artwork by members of the Wayward Souls artist group, including Angel Cranial and Ariel Ayres. Artists reception at the Art League of Lincoln.
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OCT 10 | Storytellers Theater
Placer Repertory Theater
Storytellers Theater program for elementary aged children and adults is coming to Auburn for the first time! Performers use improv and commedia to turn story reading into interactive theater with the "Gingerbread Boy."
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OCT 4-10 | Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
Tahoe Symphony Orchestra & Chorus
October 4 @ Carson City, October 5 @ Reno, October 10 @ Incline Village, catch the "Coming Home" show.
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OCT 10-11 | Tahoe Literary Festival
Tahoe Literary Festival
Celebrate the literary arts! The festival features generative workshops, craft talks, readings, and panels. The Literary Festival’s goal is to inspire writers, aspiring writers, book lovers, and those interested in exploring and dipping their toes in the literary waters.
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OCT 11 | Yamazalde Trio
Tahoe Music Alive
Prepare to be mesmerized by Sandy Yamamoto on violin, Matthew Zalkind on cello, and Julio Elizalde on piano. Described by the New York Times as playing with “explosive vigor and technical finesse.”
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OCT 11 | Artisans at the Lodge
Sun City Lincoln Hills Art
Celebrating Art - a special event showcasing the artistic talents of resident artisans of Sun City Lincoln Hills. From fused glass to metal art you can explore unique, hand-crafted work. FREE admission.
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OCT 11 | Spooky Golden Age Radio
State Theatre Acting Company
This spooky old time radio show features: Two episodes by the master of suspense, Ray Bradbury (At the First Congregational church as renovation continues at the State Theatre.)
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OCT 11 | Harvest Festival
Auburn Recreation Park
Celebrate the season where art, creativity, and community come together! The Auburn Harvest Festival is a full day of free, family-friendly fun.
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OCT 12 | Farm and Barn Tour
Placer Grown
FREE self-guided tour through the Placer countryside.
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OCT 18 | Taste of the Tour Reception
Blue Line Arts
Exhibit is a preview of the artists on the 2025 Placer Artists Tour. Reserve your ticket to the reception! Suggested $10 donation per ticket. Exhibit runs Oct 11- Nov 16, 2025
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OCT 19 | Poetry Celebration
Voices of Lincoln Poetry
Winning poets will read their poems. Public is encouraged to attend, refreshments provided. Event takes place at The Salt Mine, 590 Lincoln Blvd. Lincoln. 3-5:30pm
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OCT 26 | Holiday Market
Sun City Lincoln Hills
Residents and local vendors will sell their best hand-made items!
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North Tahoe Arts: Paint Lake Tahoe en Plein Air INFO
Brush of Creativity: Raven Moon Paint Party INFO
Art League of Lincoln: INFO Paint & Sip
Blue Line Arts: INFO
JC Lee Studios School of Sculpture:: INFO
For the Love of Art Gallery: INFO
Metal Arts Academy: Jewelry Classes INFO
Persimmon Art Gallery: Sip & Paint, Jewelry Workshop & More INFO
Re|Create: After Dark Oct 3, Maker Mondays, & More INFO
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Brush of Creativity: Raven Moon INFO Rainbow Pumpkin INFO
Blue Line Arts: INFO
Stay Creative Studios: The Art of Costume Design INFO
Re|Create: INFO
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Now on YouTube:
Stroke: The Circle of Healing
A documentary film by Native filmmaker Jaime Tafoya that chronicles his personal journey of recovery from a stroke, blending Western medical treatments with traditional Native American healing practices. Airs on PBS and now available on YouTube!
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Our thanks to artist Susie Bauer,
artwork featured with our logo!
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The Arts Council of Placer County promotes and advocates for all arts across Placer County to enrich and help develop the artistic culture of our region, and leverage its economic impact. ACPC is committed to using the arts to drive racial equity and social justice.Learn More:
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