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Encinitas Arts Alive 2026: Live Banner Auction
- Date: 08/09/2026 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location: Encinitas Community Center
1140 Oakcrest Park Drive
Encinitas, California 92024
Encinitas Arts Alive 2026 – Live Banner Auction
Celebrate the creativity of Encinitas by taking home a one-of-a-kind piece of local art at the Encinitas Arts Alive 2026 Live Banner Auction on August 9th at the Encinitas Community and Senior Center.
After brightening Historic Coast Highway 101 throughout the summer, all 85 artist designed banners will be available for bidding in an exciting live auction event. Each banner is an original work created by talented local artists, reflecting the vibrant spirit, culture, and beauty of the community.
Join fellow art lovers, collectors, and community members for an engaging evening. Whether you're looking to start your collection or add a meaningful local artwork to your space, this is a unique opportunity to own a special piece of Encinitas culture.
Don’t miss this chance to support local artists and celebrate the creativity that makes Encinitas so special.
The City of Encinitas recognizes that arts and culture are essential elements in the character and quality of life in a vibrant community. Explore the many opportunities for residents, visitors, artists and arts organizations to share in our City's cultural expression through the arts.
Commission for the Arts
The Cultural Arts Division works in partnership with the Commission for the Arts to carry out the vision of the City’s Arts Master Plan in 7 strategic areas:
- Advocacy
- Visual Art
- Performing Arts
- Public Art
- Arts Education
- Arts Venues
- Marketing and Audience Development
Arts & Culture Organizations
Encinitas is home to more than 85 arts and culture organizations, along with numerous arts presenters: nonprofit organizations, businesses, community groups, Main Street Associations, and others.
Explore the Encinitas Arts Organization Directory. COMING SOON
This directory is created to include all arts organizations that took part in the American for the Arts 2022 survey "Arts & Economic Prosperity 6".
Should your organization like to be included in this directory please email the Cultural Arts team: arts@encinitasca.gov
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