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 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
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
THE ARTERY. Using a combination of materials, Jack creates dynamic images that celebrate the beauty in everyday surroundings. “Blanketed” refers to his layering process, beginning with a watercolor, pastel and acrylic background applied with spray or airbrush. 10a—6p.
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
PENCE GALLERY. This collection of drawings delves into the intricate relationship between clothing, identity, and the stories they carry. 11:30a—5p. Free
All levels / all ages dance-cardio party-yo! Join the happy, healthy bod squad! Zero judgment, 100% positive vibes. Nonmembers: One class $15 / Ten classes $100 (Stonegate Club members are eligible for a discount) YEAR-ROUND: 9:00AM Tuesdays @ Stonegate Club OUTDOOR CLASS 919 Lake Blvd....
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Mother Goose on the Loose is an award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a, Free
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Dozens of downtown businesses will hand out candy and special treats, Princess Pals will be in the E Street Plaza! Expect thousands of costumed pals! 2:30p—5:30p. Free
WALNUT PARK. Boys and girls ages 7-15, for beginner, intermediate and experienced players. Registration fee includes a t-shirt and a medal. Players should bring their volleyball. Tues & Thurs, 5:30p—6:30-. Free
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Hosted by local nutritionist Trish Trombly, this 5-week program will take place every Tuesday in October. Members will learn to use REAL FOOD to boost your energy & cut sugar & carb cravings. 5:30p–7p. $225–$250
MONDAVI CTR. No tickets are required, simply walk in the door! Features orchestral works that vividly illustrate traditional scenes of death. In “Danse macabre” a detuned violin calls the spirits of the dead (or even the skeletons!) into a frenzied dance on the stroke of midnight. Christian Baldini, director & conductor. 7p–8p. Free
MONDAVI CENTER. On this Halloween night as we begin the Día de los Muertos holiday, let us treat you to a free 1-hour concert. No tickets are required; simply walk in the door! The program features orchestral works that vividly illustrate traditional scenes of death. 7p—8p. Free
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Death Valley Girls, LA’s finest purveyors of otherworldly rock n roll, perform live in Davis. Quarterly show tickets included with DLMC membership. 7p—10p. $20
SOPHIA’S THAI BAR & KITCHEN. 21+. Games @ 9:30p.
G STREET WUNDERBAR. Every Tuesday night. 10p. Free