Visit during Riverside Arts Walk on the first Thursday monthly, 6–9 pm, for free admission. Both museum locations participate under the published visitor admission program; check in at guest services and observe capacity limits.
Bank cardholders: free first-weekend museum admission
Riverside Art Museum & The Cheech
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On the first full weekend of each month, show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch debit/credit card and photo ID at guest services for free admission. In-person only; online reservations unavailable. Admission covers both museums.
Free museum admission for Doors Open on October 24
UCR ARTS
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Free museum admission for the City of Riverside Doors Open event on October 24, 2026. Check in at the admissions desk. Film screenings have separate ticket requirements and are not represented as included.
Last checked 2026-10-16 · Ends Oct 24, 2026 11:59 PM GMT+0000
Big Brothers Big Sisters: free admission for Bigs and Littles
Riverside Art Museum & The Cheech
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Empire Bigs show their badge for free admission with their accompanying Little. Get tickets in person at either museum; online reservations unavailable. Both museums included; capacity limits may require waiting.
CASA volunteers and case children: free museum admission
Riverside Art Museum & The Cheech
Offer details
CASA volunteers and case children receive free admission. Get tickets in person at guest services at either museum; online reservations unavailable. Admission includes both museums; capacity limits may require waiting.
Museums for All: show EBT, SNAP or WIC card plus photo ID in person at guest services for $1 admission per person, up to four people. The current page states no blackout dates or restrictions apply. Riverside Art Museum and The Cheech locations are listed. Admission hours Wednesday–Saturday 10 AM–5 PM, Sunday noon–5 PM. No promotion-specific end date published.