Events Calendar
Modesto Artist Movement hosts events throughout the year, ranging from annual traditions, to special one-off events, to ongoing classes and workshops. See the full list of upcoming events below!
March Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
April Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
May Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Modesto Porchfest
Modesto Porchfest is arguably one of the most exciting and most anticipated events of the year! Every May, the College and La Loma area neighborhoods come alive as thousands of families, friends, and neighbors gather to celebrate community, music, and togetherness.
June Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
February Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
January Little Lyricists Lounge
Join Us at the Little Lyricists Lounge!
The Modesto Artists Movement and Modesto Children's Museum invite you to the Little Lyricists Lounge, a hip-hop-themed storytime for babies, toddlers, and children up to 8 years old. Enjoy rhyming story books, music, dancing, and freestyle rapping in a fun and educational environment.
Benefits:
Vocabulary Growth: Stories, songs, and rhymes boost language skills.
Motor Skills: Rhythm activities enhance coordination and movement.
Creativity: Freestyle rapping fosters imagination and self-expression.
Family Bonding: Parents and children can connect through shared activities and a love for hiphop.
Encourage your child's development and enjoy quality time together at the Little Lyricists Lounge at the Modesto Children's Museum
January Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Comedy Night
Laugh the night away at Queen Bean Coffee & Social House's intimate Monthly Comedy Night, featuring a headliner, five open mic comedians, and the freedom of expression in a cozy 116-year-old bungalow!
Bleeding HE(ART) CARD CLASS
Let art and words "bleed" onto the page as you create a one-of-a-kind card for yourself or others.
The iLL List Poetry Slam
Featuring a fresh line-up of renowned spoken word artists, national and international slam poetry champions, many of whom have appeared on such shows as Verses & Flow, NPR’s Snap Judgment, Button Poetry, and elsewhere in the media, The ILL LIST is an entertaining and inspiring night of performance poetry meant to entertain, educate, and inspire!
December Cult Classics & Coffee
Join us every 2nd Thursday at The Queen Bean for Cult Classics and Coffee, hosted by the Horrific Network.
December Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
December Cameras & Cocktails
Come for the photos, stay for the connections, and leave with a renewed appreciation for the power of art. Don't miss out—join us at Lofi Labs for Cameras & Cocktails and help us celebrate and elevate the arts in Modesto!
November Little Lyricists Lounge
Join Us at the Little Lyricists Lounge!
The Modesto Artists Movement and Modesto Children's Museum invite you to the Little Lyricists Lounge, a hip-hop-themed storytime for babies, toddlers, and children up to 8 years old. Enjoy rhyming story books, music, dancing, and freestyle rapping in a fun and educational environment.
Benefits:
Vocabulary Growth: Stories, songs, and rhymes boost language skills.
Motor Skills: Rhythm activities enhance coordination and movement.
Creativity: Freestyle rapping fosters imagination and self-expression.
Family Bonding: Parents and children can connect through shared activities and a love for hiphop.
Encourage your child's development and enjoy quality time together at the Little Lyricists Lounge at the Modesto Children's Museum
Tiny Porch Concerts
Join us for a Tiny Porch Concert on a 116-year-old porch at the historic Queen Bean Coffee & Social House.
Beat Battle
The Beat Battle, a collaboration between the Modesto Artists Movement and Crush Congregation, is a thrilling 16-person elimination-style producer battle that takes place at the historic State Theatre.
November Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
October Little Lyricists Lounge
Join Us at the Little Lyricists Lounge!
The Modesto Artists Movement and Modesto Children's Museum invite you to the Little Lyricists Lounge, a hip-hop-themed storytime for babies, toddlers, and children up to 8 years old. Enjoy rhyming story books, music, dancing, and freestyle rapping in a fun and educational environment.
Benefits:
Vocabulary Growth: Stories, songs, and rhymes boost language skills.
Motor Skills: Rhythm activities enhance coordination and movement.
Creativity: Freestyle rapping fosters imagination and self-expression.
Family Bonding: Parents and children can connect through shared activities and a love for hiphop.
Encourage your child's development and enjoy quality time together at the Little Lyricists Lounge at the Modesto Children's Museum
Expressions Uncorked
Join us on October 25, 2024, for Expressions Uncorked, a unique evening celebrating art, wine, and community! Hosted at the picturesque Zinc House in Escalon, CA, guests will enjoy wine tasting and delicious food catered by Blooming Camp. The event features a live auction, along with captivating performances from Modesto Art Movement poets and dancers from The Juline Foundation for Children. Don't miss this inspiring night of culture and creativity in support of the arts!
October Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
October Cameras & Cocktails
Come for the photos, stay for the connections, and leave with a renewed appreciation for the power of art. Don't miss out—join us at Lofi Labs for Cameras & Cocktails and help us celebrate and elevate the arts in Modesto!
September Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
Off The Air: Damien Jurado and Lilly Miller
Come see indie hero Damien Jurado and guest Lilly Miller perform live, brought to you by OFF THE AIR and Shire Arts Collective
August Poetry Night & Haiku Battle
Step into an evening of lyrical magic at Burn & Rave's Poetry Night & Haiku Battle, hosted by the Illiterists. Here, words waltz and haikus roar to the rhythm of your creative soul, transforming bohemian dreams into reality with a hip, happening twist.
The People's Poet: Joaquín Zihuatanejo
We are excited to bring Joaquin Zihuatanejo, and icon of performance poetry and Dallas, Texas' first poet laureate to Modesto in celebration of his newest collection: Occupy Whiteness, which includes poems, short essays and micro essays about Latino life.
American Laughiti: Modesto’s Annual Comedy Competition
From the small town that brought you George Lucas and American Graffiti comes the coolest stand-up comedy show of the summer: American Laughiti: Modesto’s Annual Comedy Competition on Friday, July 26, 2024, featuring a $2000 Grand Prize and a $1000 Audience Choice Award!
OFF THE AIR Presents: Juan Wauters and Joules Satyr (Sea of Bees)
Ven a disfrutar de una noche íntima y llena de música con Juan Wauters y Joules Satyr (Sea of Bees) en OFF THE AIR. ¡No te lo pierdas!
July Write Night
Write Night is a free, community creative writing class designed to inspire, and uplift. Our mission is simple: to write, share, reflect, and connect in a safe, non-judgmental environment.