June ArtsWalk Feels Like Summer Nights

Riversiders are low on excuses for this one. No school for the kiddos, evening temps in the 70s, and plenty of stuff to do. We all know the museums and galleries are open at no cost for visitors. Bring a few dollars and buy something from one of many incredible vendors on the Main Street walking mall.

Riverside ArtsWalk – June 5, 2025

6 to 9 p.m. | Downtown Riverside

Pre-ArtsWalk Event

UCR Arts Culver Screening Room- 3834 Main St.

• 5 p.m. – Discussion and screenings about the IE, Puerto Rico, and related archives and art
• Panel discussion with:
  • Artist Tamara Cedré
  • Dr. Hilda Lorens
  • Curator Dr. Cathy Gudis
• Supported by RAM, UCR's Center for Ideas and Society, History Department, Anthropology Department, and SEHE

Riverside Art Museum (RAM)-3425 Mission Inn Ave.

• Free admission during ArtsWalk (6 to 9 p.m.)

"To Rise Above Ruins" Exhibit Opening Reception (7 p.m.)

• Artist: Tamara Cedré
• Music by DJ Slim Gravy
• Food by House of Empanadas
• No RSVP needed

The 52 Project Exhibition Opening Reception (6 to 9 p.m.)

• Location: Taylor Family Gallery
• Exhibition runs June 5 – July 20, 2025
• Featuring work by participants who completed a 52-week self-directed creative journey
• Meet the artists and support local art

Inlandia Institute at Riverside Main Library- 3900 Mission Inn Ave. (Upstairs)

Indie Author Book Bash (6 to 7:30 p.m.)

• Buy books or sell them
• Talk to writers and exchange business cards
• Listen to music
• Eat snacks
• Free event
• Authors interested in tabling can register at: tinyurl.com/InlandiaBookBash

Riverside Community Arts Association (RCAA)- 3870 Lemon St.

"Emotional Expression & LGBTQ+ Pride Month"

• Exhibition dates: June 5–28, 2025
• Opening Reception during ArtsWalk (6 to 9 p.m.)
• June Artist Spotlight: Mindy Griffith (@mindygriffith_art)
  • Riverside-based multidisciplinary artist showcasing vibrant mixed-media assemblages
  • Over 40 years of artistic practice
  • Visit mindygriffith.com for more information

Division 9 Gallery- 3850 Lemon St.

"Myself" – Solo Show by Sophia Sanchez

• Co-curated by Cynthia Huerta and Sophia Sanchez
• Opening ceremony during ArtsWalk (6 to 9 p.m.)
• @division9gallery

Pain Sugar Gallery- 3635 Ninth St.

"Solo Quieren Nuestros Brazos, Solo Quieren Nuestras Espaldas"

• Artists: Pavel Acevedo (@pavel_acevedo) & Naylamp (@huaynoamargo)
• Opening night: Thursday, June 5, 6 p.m.
• Featured vendors and activities:
  • DJ Dropdead (@djdropdead)
  • Marysol’s Kitchen (@_marysols)
  • Extinction Burst (@extinction_burrst)
  • Faded Records (@faded.records)
  • Live painting by (@official_huizar_art)
  • Cannibal Art (@cannibalsuperstarart)
  • Trippy HitsOne (@trippy_hitsone)
  • Succulent pop-up (@cactibros)