Browse Coastside art galleries and you’ll discover local artists and craftspeople who’ve translated the beauty of the coast into a variety of mediums, from painting and photography to ceramics and jewelry.
Gallery walls are adorned with paintings of local landscapes, and a glass art studio allows you to take home a glass pumpkin alongside your real one! Theatergoers will be thrilled to learn of our well-regarded repertory theater that has been delighting audiences with exceptional comedies, dramas, and mysteries for over 30 years. And they’re not the only talent you’ll find on stage. Check our Live Music section for a diverse listing of venues to enjoy live music on the coast.
- 300 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
The Coastal Arts League, a grassroots nonprofit cooperative in Half Moon Bay, has been a cornerstone of the Coastside community for over forty years. Since its incorporation in 1980, the organization has been dedicated to supporting local artists and showcasing their work. Established in its current Main Street location in…
- 1167 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
The Coastal Repertory Theatre has been providing quality theatrical entertainment to the Coastside since 1986. This non-profit theatre, which draws its talent from the Coastside and the greater Bay Area, performs in the intimate 158-seat Mel Mello Center for the Performing Arts on the southern end of Main Street.
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- 12341 San Mateo Rd
- Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay Art Glass, located on Highway 92, is a hot glass studio featuring the exquisite work of local glass blower Douglass C. Brown. This unique studio offers an opportunity for anyone interested in the craft to learn the basics of glass blowing in a safe and fun environment.…
- 290 Stage Rd
- Pescadero
LunaSea Gallery in Pescadero is a charming artisan gallery that offers an impressive collection of handmade art. Since its founding in 2002 by Janice Keen, the gallery has become a must-visit destination for art lovers and those seeking unique, handcrafted items. LunaSea Gallery showcases a diverse range of art pieces…
- 727 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
M Stark Gallery showcases artists whose work engages with contemporary fine art movements and captures the essence of the West Coast. Located on historic Main Street, the gallery brings a fresh perspective to the local art scene. Marianna Stark, the gallery’s founder, had long envisioned opening an art gallery in…
- 216 Stage Rd
- Pescadero
Madrone Arts is an artist-run gallery located on Stage Road in Pescadero, California. The gallery is driven by a group of passionate artists dedicated to fostering community engagement through art. As a cooperative, the members share resources, decision-making, governance, success, and risk. Comprised mainly of artists from the San Mateo…
- 355 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
Mirada Art, a a collective gallery in Half Moon Bay, California, is dedicated to showcasing the talents of local fine artists and craftspeople. Founded in 2017, this artist-run and owned gallery was created to provide a space where artists can exhibit and sell their work without losing a significant portion…
- 337 Mirada Rd
- El Granada
Miwok Gallery is a non-profit art space dedicated to showcasing the talents of local, up-and-coming artists. Visitors can purchase unique pieces at great prices, all while supporting noble causes. The gallery aims to be a haven where artists can express themselves freely and promote their works to a wider audience.…
- 604 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
Nuance Fine Art is a vibrant studio and gallery located in Downtown Half Moon Bay. This artistic hub is the brainchild of two classically trained painters, Joseph Altwer and Aina Clotas. Both artists are dedicated to the tradition of representational art, capturing the beauty of the world around them in…
- 643 Main St
- Half Moon Bay
The Ocean Blue Vault is a vibrant artist collective that has been making waves since its inception in 2022. Founded by David Oliphant, this innovative space on Main Street serves as a showcase for the region’s most exciting and diverse artistic talents. The Vault prides itself on featuring an eclectic…
- 714 Kelly Ave
- Half Moon Bay
Silk & Stone is a gallery-style shop in Half Moon Bay that features an impressive collection of handmade items created by local artists. The store is renowned for its stunning hand-painted silk paintings and wearable silk garments crafted by internationally acclaimed artist Natasha Foucault. Each piece is a vibrant display…
