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There are several other great resources for finding arts and culture events, exhibits, performances, and other creative activities in the Davis area:

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The Artery’s Annual August Studio Sale

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. Collect treasures from the artists! Discover paintings, photographs, jewelry, etc. New inventory added throughout the month.

Free

Yolo County Fair

YOLO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. The Yolo County Fair is the largest and oldest free gate fair in California. Parking: $10/car.

Ongoing
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A New Spin on Vinyl

The Barn Gallery 512 Gibson Road, Woodland

THE BARN GALLERY. This exciting exhibition boasts elements of modernism, nostalgia, and reuse of a unique material. Co-curated by Dwight Head, Barbetta Lockart, and Cynthia Lou, select regional artists have created artworks incorporating vinyl records. Weds. & Thurs. 2:30p—5p; Sat. 12:30p—3p. Free

Jaya King: chromavista

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Exhibit by visual artist and muralist. Come see King’s art in beautiful brilliant colors. 11:30a-5p. Free, suggested donation $10

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art 2024

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. An ‘open theme’ exhibit, displaying art that is conceptually thoughtful, technically skilled, and representative of contemporary trends in art. Over 40 regional artists from across California have been selected to show their work in this exhibit. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free

Davis Travelaires Trip Preview Webinar: Hawaii & Ireland

Zoom

ZOOM. Join the Davis Travelaires for a trip preview webinar to learn more about upcoming day trips as well as their Big Island Getaway in Kona, Hawaii, December 4-11, 2024, their Rhone River cruise, April 15-27, 2025, and their Ireland in Depth tour, August 9-23, 2025. 10a—11:30a. Free

Jaya King: chromavista

Pence Gallery 212 D St, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Exhibit by visual artist and muralist. Come see King’s art in beautiful brilliant colors. 11:30a-5p. Free, suggested donation $10

Free

Senior Film Fridays

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a film and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check the Senior Center’s website for film titles. 12:30p. Free

Senior Film Fridays

DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. Watch a film and enjoy popcorn with friends. Check the Senior Center’s website for film titles. 12:30p. Free

Tales for Tails

Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library 315 East 14th Street

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.

Free

🐝 Live at The HIVE w/ The Gold Souls🐝

The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, Woodland

THE HIVE. Come jive and jam along with The Gold Soul’s unique blend of boogie, blues and soul. Enjoy a seasonal menu, craft beverages and complimentary honey tasting at The HIVE Tasting Room & Kitchen, northern California’s largest honey and mead tasting room. 5p—8p.

Free

Reclaiming the Wisdom and Grace of Aging

Shrine Room, 133 D St, Ste #H Davis, CA 95616

ZOOM. The fact of our aging is not a problem, but our ideas of aging are! Aging reminds us that we are mortal and that time will run out on us. Come join us as we explore what new life is trying to manifest through us, as we dare to imagine what is still possible. 7p—9p. Free

Free

Demolition Derby! Fairgrounds Arena

Yolo County Fairgrounds 1250 E. Gum Avenue, Woodland

YOLO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS ARENA. Join us for an evening of exciting truck derby action! Witness the thrill as massive trucks battle it out in a series of intense competitions. Don’t miss out on the action! 7p-9:30p. $35

$3535

Legally Blonde the Musical

Woodland Opera House 340 2nd Street, Woodland

WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Start practicing your bend & snap! Based on the novel & the hit-movie, follow the bubbly sorority girl Elle Woods as she tries to find her purpose in Harvard Law. 7:30p-9:30p. $9-$35

$9 – $35

Ted Ganger Live

Melon Ball – Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd, Suite #1, Davis

THE MELON BALL. Ganger was born in Cleveland, Ohio and studied piano and conducting at the Julliard School in New York before going to Germany on a Fulbright Grant. Ted’s first performance at The Melon Ball will feature his original songs. 8p—10p. $20

$20.00

Ted Ganger Live @ The Melon Ball

Melon Ball – Watermelon Music 1970 Lake Blvd, Suite #1, Davis

WATERMELON MUSIC. Songwriter, artist, & storyteller, Ted Ganger will be preforming at The Melon Ball, featuring his original songs! 8p-10p. $20

$2020