Downtown Riverside
First Sundays
First Sundays is a seasonal series of free family programs featuring art activities for children and teens at museums, libraries, arts spaces, and cultural destinations throughout Downtown Riverside.
1-4 p.m.
Seasonal programming pauses during the summer months.
Participating locations offer free family-friendly activities.
Activities are designed for children, teens, and families.
About First Sundays
A free downtown arts experience for young people and families
First Sundays brings children, teens, families, and visitors into Downtown Riverside for free arts and culture activities at participating museums, libraries, galleries, and community arts spaces.
Riverside Arts Council serves as the umbrella agency for First Sundays, helping connect the program’s participating locations and supporting a shared downtown experience for youth and families.
Each participating location offers an art activity or creative experience, making First Sundays an easy way for families to explore Riverside’s cultural spaces together.
What To Expect
Art activities, cultural spaces, and family-friendly exploration
Hands-On Art
Participating locations offer free art activities designed for children, teens, and families.
Downtown Locations
Families can visit multiple museums, libraries, galleries, and arts spaces in Downtown Riverside.
Seasonal Schedule
First Sundays takes place October-May and pauses during the summer months.
Free Admission
Admission is free, making First Sundays an accessible arts experience for families and visitors.
Participating Locations
Explore Downtown Riverside through the arts
First Sundays activities take place at participating cultural locations throughout Downtown Riverside. Location participation and activities may vary by month.
Museum of Riverside
Museum programs, activities, and family-friendly cultural experiences.
Mission Inn Museum
History, culture, and creative activities connected to one of Riverside’s landmark destinations.
The Cheech
Art activities and museum experiences connected to Chicano art and culture.
Riverside Art Museum
Hands-on activities and arts experiences for children, teens, and families.
Riverside Public Library
Library-based creative activities, learning experiences, and family programming.
UCR Arts
Art, photography, exhibitions, and creative engagement in Downtown Riverside.
Riverside Community Arts Association
Gallery-based arts experiences and creative activities with local arts connection.
Plan Your Visit
Make an afternoon of art and exploration
First Sundays is designed so families can visit one location or move between several downtown spaces during the afternoon. Activities are free, family-friendly, and centered on youth arts engagement.
Check RAC updates and participating location announcements for monthly activity details, location participation, and any special instructions.
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