SAC OPEN STUDIOS
GET READY FOR THE 21ST ANNUAL SAC OPEN STUDIOS TOUR!
Calling all Sacramento-area artists! The time has come yet again to get ready for Sac Open Studios. Whether you’re an old pro or joining us for the first time, this event is a fantastic way to showcase your creative practice, sell some art, and get to know the art lovers in and around your neighborhood.
Earlybird registration is now open for Verge members!
Sign up through March 7 to get the best pricing — just $125. Not a Verge member? Join today and the discount code will be included in your email receipt!
Regular registration runs from March 8 – May 12 — $150 for Verge members, $175 for nonmembers
SAVE THE DATES:
MARCH 7: Deadline for Earlybird Registration
MARCH 26: FREE Artist Info Session on Zoom
MAY 12: Deadline for Regular Registration
AUGUST 7: Guide Release Happy Hour
SEPTEMBER 10: Kickoff Party & Preview Show Opening
WKND 1: September 12th & 13th, 2026
WKND 2: September 19th & 20th, 2026
About Sac Open Studios
Sac Open Studios is presented FREE to the public by Verge Center for the Arts. Verge’s largest public program, Sac Open Studios spotlights the diverse range of artists who fill our region with art and culture. The central piece of Sac Open Studios is a self-guided artist studio tour which spans all of Sacramento County, West Sacramento, Davis and Woodland and takes place annually during the middle two weekends of September. The tour attracts over 200 participating artists and around 30,000 attendees annually.
Sac Open Studios Artist Participation includes:
- Inclusion in the in-person studio tour on Weekend 1 or Weekend 2, depending on your location. Traditionally, participating artists open their art studios to the public during their assigned weekend. During Sac Open Studios, the term art studio takes many forms. While many participating artists have traditional work spaces in studio facilities, many Sac Open Studios artists open their home studios or utilize other spaces such as cafés, community centers, garages or backyards to display their art during their assigned weekend.
- Full Color Artist Listing in the 2026 Sac Open Studios Guide.
- Opportunity to list an Artist Demo in the Sac Open Studios Guide. An artist demo is an educational artist demonstration presented at specific times during your assigned weekend. The demonstration should include step by step instructions to complete an artistic technique.
- Artist Profile in the online Sac Open Studios Artist Directory.
- Free enrollment (+ recording) of the Promote Your Open Studio Workshop.
- Discounted advertising rates in the 2026 Sac Open Studios Guide.
- Free guidance (on request) on how to create Artist Ads in Canva.
- Inclusion in the Preview Exhibition at Verge Center for the Arts.
Do you have a question about Sac Open Studios? Email us at sacopenstudios@vergecontemporary.org and we’ll get back to you as soon as we’re able.
INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THE TOUR OR ADVERTISING IN THE GUIDE?
While sponsorships and ads are closed for 2025, we are always looking toward the future! Email sacopenstudios@vergecontemporary.org, or view our most current Sponsorship Packet / Advertising Packet to get an idea of what will be available next year. By partnering with Sac Open Studios, you provide essential support to our creative community of over 250 artists and connect with upwards of 30,000 annual tour visitors.
