Welcome to the North Coastal Art Gallery, Carlsbad, CA

We Are Dedicated to the Arts Community, and been in the business for 75 years. Celebrate with us!!!

We want to thank all the members, customers and clients who voted for us in appreciation of our artists and gallery. We appreciate you! View the video

This year marks 75 years of community in the arts—Step inside and discover a place where creativity feels at home. At North Coastal Art Gallery, you’re not just visiting — you’re becoming part of a vibrant, supportive arts community. We offer space to grow your artistic voice, connect with others, and experience Carlsbad’s diverse culture through hands‑on volunteer opportunities and collaborative art projects. Become a member today and let your artistic journey flourish.

CALL FOR ARTISTS to share a coastal experience. All year, every SAT/SUN. Open to any artist or art organization interested in selling art. Click image or apply on this page here Coordinator: Julie Brooks!

JOIN US AT A VETERANS ART RECEPTION. FREE to the public. A parade, flyover and art reception. Hosted at the Duffield Sport Center right across from the Army and /navy Academy in Carlsbad, CA. Activities 11am – 2pm. NOV 11, 2026.

CALL FOR ARTISTS – It’s Holiday Time, ready for a terrific Small Image Show. Enter Here: The deadline is NOV 22. Ring in the Holidays with us. The prospectus in on the Open Call tab.

We have the spirt of the holidays at the gallery. Stop in browse, and enjoy!.
NOW AT THE GALLERY

They are Back by demand now! our wonderful mini artworks. Perfect as gifts, and they travel lite, so pickup a few original pieces of artwork while you are in town. Come check it out and Members can apply on the Members Info page to join in.

Aoply for 2027 Now for the 2027 Youth Art Exhibition, Inspire, held in October at our gallery each year. Students in age groups 1st -12th grade are welcome. Apply here.


On vacation until Jan 2027

This is you chance to get to know our artists for FREE . Spend an hour listening to very interesting stories about their journeys through art. Fascinating backgrounds and oh, such great talents. (Every 2nd Wednesday of each month, 5-6pm).

Has been CANCELLED at the gallery (Every 1st Wednesday of each month 5-6pm) Seeking an interested coordinator for this event for the gallery artists please let us know and contact ncagpresident@gmail.com. We welcome your participation!

IT’S OUR HOLIDAY BAZAAR – on NOV 28Th. Shop Local. 14 of our most creative artists will delight you with their creative talents. there is something for everyone’s Holiday gift shopping. Free reception too!

VETERAN ARTISTS Celebrating our Veterans Talents on Veterans Day, exhibition for veterans and veteran artists. (Prospectus)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC, Jingles, 1-4:30pm Art fun for the kids! You’re Invited, Music, Carols, Santa, and more fun! At the Carlsbad Village plaza, sponsored by the Carlsbad Rotary Club and SIMA. Come join us!!!

CALL FOR ARTISTS – It’s Holiday Time, ready for a terrific Small Image Show. Enter Here: The deadline is NOV 22. Ring in the Holidays with us. The prospectus in on the Open Call tab.

We have nothing but heart for art. Volunteers make everything possible. and makes our community flourish.

Volunteering matters because it is the engine that keeps a member‑driven arts organization alive — and when membership includes a volunteer requirement, it becomes part of the shared responsibility that protects fairness, sustainability, and community culture.

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Check out our mural by Gonzo upstairs
Since 1951