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Events

People attending an art exhibit called 'Boundaries' at a gallery, engaging in conversations and viewing artworks.

Upcoming Events

2026: Overtime: The Work of Living

6TH ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

genARTS Silicon Valley’s 6th Annual Experimental Exhibition, Overtime: The Work of Living, an exhibition juried by genARTS and presented in partnership with and at Works/San José invites artists to submit work that examines life outside the conventional workday. This exhibition asks: what do we do when no one is managing, watching, or judging?

This exhibition will be on view from September 5 to October 16, 2026 at Works/San José in Downtown San José. 


Opening Reception: Friday, September 4, 2026
5:00–9:00 PM at Works/San José,
38 South 2nd Street, San José

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Previous Events

Event poster for Interwoven: The Threads That Bind Us, 5th annual experimental exhibition. Opening reception details include date Friday, October 3, at Noble Workshop & Gallery. The event features free registration, food, drinks, live DJ, and more. The poster has a geometric purple design with colored blocks listing event details.

5TH ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

2025: interwoven: the threads that bind (US)

The fifth annual experimental exhibition featured artworks by 30+ Santa Clara County artists, showcasing artwork examining the threads that bind us, whether they are visible or invisible, personal or collective.

This exhibition was on view from October 3 – October 30, 2025 at Local Color's Noble Workshop & Gallery in Downtown San José. 


Opening Reception: Friday, Oct 3, 2025
6:30–9:00 PM at Noble Gallery
500 S Almaden Avenue, San Jose

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Promotional banner for 'How To Art' workshop and panel series hosted by genARTS and Cultura. Features colorful face illustration with swirling lines.

Join us for our How to Art Workshop and Panel Series! genARTS will host panels, workshops, performances, and networking sessions for emerging and established artists in San Jose and the greater Santa Clara County. We aim to create a space where artists can immediately put theory into practice and receive personalized guidance from experts in the field. This is a free event series!

Find resources from past sessions here!
Poster for First Fridays event on June 7, 2024, featuring a photo of three women standing behind a table with artwork and promotional materials, with multicolored text and logos of genARTS Silicon Valley, PARK SJS, and Sacred Heart Community Service.

SOUTH FIRST FRIDAYS

First Fridays

The First Friday of each Month: September 6, 2024, October 6, 2024
At South First Street (SoFA) in
Downtown San Jose

genARTS x Sacred Heart

It’s easy to find parking in Downtown San Jose. Go to ParkSJ.org. The First Street & I-280 lot is FREE on weekdays after 6pm and all day on weekends and holidays.

PARK S J logo with blue, orange, and gray colors and text '90 MINUTES FREE' in white on a blue background.
Flyer for First Fridays event on September 6, 2024, outside of MACLA at 510 South 1st Street, with details about donation table and gift tote. Features a colorful, hand-drawn illustration of flowers in a tote bag.

SOUTH FIRST FRIDAYS

Friday, September 6, 2024

Outside of MACLA
510 South First Street, San Jose
Thursday – Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM

Free tote bag when you donate!

Stop by at the genARTS booth to discover resources for emerging artists, explore art from local creatives like you and an opportunity to grab a cute tote!

Announcement poster for the 4th annual Experimental Exhibition titled "Boundaries." It features a soft gradient background with blue and green hues and contains details about theme announcement and submission deadlines for an event organized by NUMU and genARTS.

4TH ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

genARTS Open: Boundaries

This exhibition was on view from July 19 to October 6, 2024 at New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) 
106 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Thursday – Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM

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Gallery exhibition with a large sign titled 'Boundaries' for the 4th Annual Gen Arts Experimental Exhibition, with visitors viewing artwork on white walls.

4TH ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

Boundaries: Private Curator Tour

Free with $20 Donation! Attending donors receive a free glass of wine!​​

Thursday, August 29 | 5–7 PM

At New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) 
106 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Thursday – Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM

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Group of people posing for a photo at an art exhibit with a green wall behind them that says "BOUNDARIES."

4TH ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

Boundaries Experimental Exhibition - Last Day

The final day to view our Boundaries Experimental Exhibition is October 6, 2024. Catch it before it's gone!

At New Museum Los Gatos (NUMU) 
106 E Main St, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Thursday – Sunday, 10 AM – 4 PM

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Green event poster for the third annual experimental exhibition 'genARTS Open: Who Are You?' at Crema Coffee, 1202 The Alameda, San Jose, CA, running from August 12 to September 28.

3RD ANNUAL EXPERIMENTAL EXHIBITION

genARTS Open: Who Are You?

On view from August 12 to September 28, 2023 Opening Reception: Sat, Aug 12, 12–2 PM Closing Reception: Sat, Sep 9, 12–2 PM

At Crema Coffee Roasting Co.
1202 The Alameda, San Jose, CA 95126
Open daily, 7 AM – 3 PM

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Event poster for the 2023 genARTS Silicon Valley Creative Conversations on April 19th from 6 to 8 pm at M/LA, 510 S First St. San Jose. Focus on sustainable funding practices in the arts, featuring 2022 micro-grantees.

Creative Conversations

6–8 PM April 19, 2023 at MACLA, San Jose

Sustainable Funding Practices in the Arts. Featuring our 2022 MicroGrantees

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A large group of diverse people gathered outdoors for a group photo on a staircase, with trees and a brick building in the background.
Woman dressed in an elaborate cream-colored gown with lace, gloves, and a large wide-brimmed hat, smiling and pointing at the camera, holding a bouquet of yellow flowers, standing in an art gallery beside a mannequin decorated with hanging fabric and
The image shows an art exhibition titled 'Boundaries' at the 4th Annual genARTS Experimental Exhibition, with various colorful artworks displayed on the walls and visitors observing the art pieces.
A woman sitting behind a table at a conference or event, with a large sign behind her that reads 'NMWL' and 'New Museum Los Gatos.' The table has various papers, QR codes, and small flags, with a colorful sign to her right.
A smiling woman with black hair, glasses, and earrings sitting at a table with a name tag that reads 'Marissa Martinez, genARTS Leadership Team, Marketing Lead'. She is in front of a dark wall with the words 'MUSEO LA LOS G' partially visible. There
A group of 13 diverse people posing in front of a green sign that reads 'BUNDABIE' at an art or gallery event, with some individuals standing and others kneeling, all smiling and dressed in casual to semi-formal attire.
Visitors viewing artwork in an art gallery, with some engaged in conversation and others looking at pieces on the walls.
An art exhibition with various people viewing artwork and engaging in conversation, with a large sign reading 'Boundaries' in the background.
A woman with brown hair, wearing a red sleeveless dress and glasses, is looking at and photographing two framed abstract artworks with a smartphone in an art gallery.
Three women smiling at a social event in a decorated hall. The woman on the left has curly hair, wears a blue and green shirt, and holds a glass of water. The woman in the middle has straight hair, glasses, and wears a patterned jacket over a burgund
People gathered around a long table with snacks at an indoor event, against a turquoise wall.
Person holding a smartphone taking a photo of a young man sipping from a mug.
A man is filling out a form at a donation counter where a woman is smiling. There is a sign indicating they are giving a free tote bag with a donation of $5. The background shows shelves and wall decorations.
Group of people engaged in conversation at an indoor event, with colorful wall art in the background.
A woman with long brown hair wearing a black sleeveless top smiling and listening to a man in glasses and a black shirt in an art gallery with colorful quilted artwork in the background.
A panel of five people sitting on a stage with black chairs, participating in a discussion or presentation.