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Free 2026 Mini Masterpieces Holiday Art Reception (Alameda)

Friday, December 4, 2026 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
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Rhythmix Cultural Works | 2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda, CA 94501

Event Details

Small & Affordable Art by Local Artists

Are you looking for that one-of-a-kind, handmade gift for your loved one this holiday season? Or just want a fun, small, quirky piece of local art for yourself?

Then get ready for the annual Mini Masterpieces Holiday Gifts Show — equal parts fine art exhibit and most unique holiday shopping experience in Alameda — presented by Art Jam at Rhythmix!

Art Jam is a core group of local artists who meet weekly at Rhythmix to build community and work in a shared studio environment. Since launching the first Mini Masterpieces exhibit in 2009, it has become one of the most anticipated holiday art shows on the island.

In addition to Mini Masterpieces, Art Jam has shown together in numerous group Gallery shows, and spearheaded community guerrilla art projects.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take home your piece of local Alameda lore from this once-a-year collection of hand-made and unique items made by local Art Jam artists.

 

Featuring Artists: Pam Chang, Katie Connell, Arielle Crenshaw, Alice Dockter, Mark P. Fisher, Halloran Parry, David Hatch, Cheryl Hayward, Ed Holmes, Bill Jeng, Tonya Marie, Donna Reynolds, David Teare, Jo Anne Yada and Rachel Young.

Exhibit Dates: November 6th – December 30th

Gallery Receptions:
Friday, December 4th, 2026, 6:00-8:00pm

Gallery Hours: Wednesdays, 6:00-9:00pm

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE*
*RSVP
Categories: Art & Museums, In Person, Shopping & Fashion
Address: 2513 Blanding Ave., Alameda, CA 94501

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