Connecting the arts, fostering collaboration and building community.
Calendar courtesy of The Dirt.
There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:
Davis Enterprise | UC Davis Arts & Entertainment | YoloArts | Visit Yolo
THRU OCT 21. THE BARN GALLERY. Art Harvest work will be exhibited & Art Farm Artist Awards will be announced at 6:30p. All artwork available for purchase at the Art Farm Gala 9/14. 5:30p–8p. Free
THRU DEC 1. UC DAVIS DESIGN MUSEAM (CRUESS HALL, ROOM 124). Exhibit features exquisite African ceremonial textiles, Miao costumes from southwest China, & various Japanese kimonos displayed alongside contemporary textile work. these aesthetically unique objects convey a cultural crossroads in the world of design. 12p–4p. Free
THE ARTERY. Long-time Artery members, Sharon McCallum and Lucy B. Della Rosa display their work on artistic hats and scarves using a variety of techniques – weaving, felting, knitting, and crochet. 10a—6p. Free
VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Shop at one of these locations in the month of October and a portion of the sales will go to Thriving Pink: Davis Ace Hardware, DAVIS FOOD CO-OP, Circle Z Farms, Woodland Police Department (Pink Patches), Kohakutou Candy Sales, Trifecta Beauty, Mainstage Dispensary.
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. An exhibition featuring 365 ceramic rabbits, each one uniquely capturing a different reflection of the human experience. Aguirre, a celebrated ceramic artist known for depicting the human condition, is donating proceeds from the collection to the UCLA Brain Cancer Research Center in honor of her daughter, Kailei. Free
THRU DEC 2. JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. info tbd. Free
THRU DEC 1. PENCE GALLERY. Four artists from Siskiyou County–Belinda Hanson, Chris Clother, Cathy Valentine, & Carol Jenkins–work in distinctly different media, addressing the changes they’ve encountered over the past three years. Through installations, mixed media, paintings, & assemblage, they address their relationship with nature, light, & the vagaries of life as they know it. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Alvarez is a photographer whose realm is the street. He has largely focused his lens on the streets of Sacramento. 11:30a—5p. Free
GALLERY 1855. Artist April Camlin’s work on display. The gallery is located on the grounds of the Davis Cemetery. 8a—3p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Weekly gathering for artists of all skill levels. Lead by volunteer teachers. 9a. Free
Rain or shine. All levels welcome. Every Fri, 10a-11a. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Meetings providing support for multilingual & multicultural families including English learners adjusting to life in Davis. Open to anyone interested in sharing in the mission of our group. Meets every 1st & 3rd Friday. 10:15a–11:45a.
THRIVING PINK. Bid on four special silent auction items. 11a—4p.
WYATT DECK, UC DAVIS ARBORETUM. Folk musicians are invited to bring their acoustic instruments & play together informally during this jam session at Wyatt Deck. All skill-levels welcome. 12p–1p. Free
THE WARDROBE. 20% of all sales will go to Thriving Pink. 12p—6p.
SENIOR CENTER. Bring a friend & join every Friday in the Game Room to watch a free movie on a beautiful large screen TV, while enjoying light refreshments. Call or check the website for titles. 12:30p. Free
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
FIT HOUSE. Push yourself to the limit and join us for an intensely challenging 90 minute ride. All proceeds go to Thriving Pink. Register online. 4p—5:30p. $100
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. I-House is celebrating their newly updated backyard with a concert of Latin-inspired music & dance. Join us for a fun Friday evening of salsa dancing with Karla Avila & live music by Raíces. Age 12 and under are free. 5p–9p. $15–$20
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn how to build a classic cheese sauce & one that uses pureed winter squash for a seasonal twist. 5:30p–7:30p. $36–$40
DELTA OF VENUS. Meet and greet Banana Slugs (& partners/friends) who are enjoying living in Davis. 6p—8p. Free
SCHAAL AQUATICS CENTER.
09/09/23 | Aggies vs San Jose State University. 11a. Free
09/09/23 | Aggies vs West Valley College. 3:30p. Free
09/10/23 | Aggies vs Cuesta College. 10:30a. Free
09/10/23 | Aggies vs UC Merced. 1:30p. Free
09/15/23 | Aggies vs UC Berkeley. 1p. Free
09/17/23 | Aggies vs UCLA. Community/Youth/Camper Reunion Day. 1p. Free
10/14/23 | Aggies vs UC Santa Barbra. 1p. Free
10/20/23 | Aggies vs Cal State Fullerton. Senior Day & Greek Day. 7p. Free
DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. The show theme is: “Zombies”. Odd Fellows and Pledges are encouraged to create their own art (any medium will do) for display. Judging & ribbons will be awarded in several categories. 7p–9p. Free
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. The production brings to life the delightfully macabre and eccentric world of the beloved Addams family in a fresh and captivating stage show that includes a hauntingly beautiful score. Parental guidance is suggested for the wickedly funny humor, adult innuendo, scenes that involve hilariously twisted torture, and ghostly apparitions. Fri & Sat at 7:30p; Sun at 2p. $9—30
MONDAVI CTR. Comedic genius Molly Shannon celebrates the release of her first book, a hilarious & heartbreaking memoir of resilience. 7:30p. $19.50–$75
JACKSON HALL. Comedic genius Molly Shannon celebrates the release of her first book, a hilarious and heartbreaking memoir of resilience. 7:30p—8:30p. From $39
TOMMY J’S. Every Friday with KJ Incubus. 10p.