Just Plein Happy Hour: Laguna Plein Air After Dark Nocturne Paint Out

Tuesday, October 6th, 2026 | Starting 5:00 PM | Main Beach & Downtown Laguna Beach

As the sun prepares to dip below the horizon, prepare for an enchanting evening as the Laguna Invitational Artists gather for the annual “Just Plein Happy Hour – Laguna Plein Air After Dark” Nocturne Paint Out!

Starting around 5:00 PM, you’ll find our amazing Invitational artists setting up their easels around Main Beach, the Promenade on Forest Avenue , and throughout downtown Laguna Beach. Watch as they transform the evening light into captivating “en plein air” nocturne masterpieces, capturing the unique glow of Laguna after dark.

This is a truly special opportunity for the public to:

• Meet the Artists in a relaxed, vibrant setting.
• Witness the evening magic of nocturne painting unfold live.
• Enjoy a Happy Hour and evening stroll in beautiful Laguna Beach.

This event is free and open to the public, and no advance registration is required. Just come, stroll, and immerse yourself in art under the stars!

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MEET THE 2026 INVITATIONAL ARTISTS

BECOME A 2026 SPONSOR or PATRON *

*Sponsorship print deadline extended to September 15th!

Click to view or print schedule of 2026 Invitational Events.

Please note: The LPAPA Gallery will close October 2nd and reopen October 15th.

Need assistance? Contact LPAPA by phone (949) 376-3635 or by email info@lpapa.org.

The Grand Finale: Invitational Art Show & Festival

Sunday, October 11, 2026 • 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM • Free Public Admission

Experience the historic Festival of Arts grounds transformed into a massive, interactive outdoor art gallery. Wander the beautiful open-air layout, watch live artistic creation, and purchase original fine art straight from the source.

Sunday Schedule at a Glance:

• 10:00 AM | Gates Open: Free entry to the public. The main exhibition opens featuring original plein air works.

• 11:00 AM | “Sunday Best” Small Works Award Ceremony: Be the first to view a brand-new collection of intimate 6″ x 8″ small masterworks, with Sunday Best Award announcement happening live.

• All Day (10 AM – 4 PM) | Live Demos & Artist Meetups: Interact with 30 of the nation’s top award-winning landscape painters as they demonstrate their techniques live.

• Lunchtime | Food Truck: Pair world-class art with great culinary eats.

The Collector’s Edge

Sunday is an exceptional day to buy. To keep the exhibition dynamic, artists will be hanging freshly finished, new original paintings on Sunday morning to replace pieces sold during Saturday’s Collectors Art Party. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a first-time buyer, you will have access to an entirely unique selection of art.

By taking home a piece of Laguna’s heritage, you directly support the nonprofit mission of the Laguna Plein Air Painters Association (LPAPA), our year-round art and education programs, and our local youth art mentorship programs.

We look forward to celebrating the Laguna plein air legacy with you!

Not a LPAPA Member? Click HERE to learn more and join!

Follow the journey using hashtag:
#LPAPA28th #LagunaPleinAir #ExperienceCollectors on our
Facebook and Instagram channels,
or click to sign up for free as a LPAPA E-News Subcriber!

MEET THE 2026 INVITATIONAL ARTISTS

BECOME A 2026 SPONSOR or PATRON *

*Sponsorship print deadline extended to September 15th!

Click to view or print schedule of 2026 Invitational Events.

Please note: The LPAPA Gallery will close October 2nd and reopen October 15th.

Need assistance? Contact LPAPA by phone (949) 376-3635 or by email info@lpapa.org.