Merced
Multicultural Arts Center - Merced County Arts Council
The Merced Multicultural Arts Center is a modern, three story facility
providing space and support for arts education, training, world-class
performances, tours, and five galleries showcasing arts and cultural exhibits
of local, regional and national importance. Included is the Arbor Gallery,
a retail cooperative of over 30 regional artists
Playhouse
Merced
Founded in 1995, Playhouse Merced is home to a live theater company that
performs six main season shows, several limited-run shows, and sponsors
an “alternate season” at the nearby Mainzer Theater. Playhouse
Merced also offers classes in dance, acting and directing.
Merced
Symphony
The Merced Symphony Orchestra performs throughout the year in local venues.
Mainzer
Theater
The Mainzer Theater is home to some of the best and most unique independent,
first run and foreign films. It also features an espresso bar, deli, and
live entertainment.
Local Fairs and
Festivals
Merced regularly features one-time concerts, parades and celebrations.
