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
ROBIN’S NEST. A special Sunday afternoon event featuring two exceptional harpists, Anna Maria Mendieta & Alaina Rose. Reservations needed. Bring your own drinks & chairs. 4p–6p. $20
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Video instillation accompanied by piano improvisation. A time for slowing down and being in the moment. 12p—12:45p. Free
WATERMELON MUSIC. Rising singer-songwriter & global citizen Eli Lev is known for his empathic writing & infectious folk-based sensibility. Join for a performance that is irresistibly uplifting, emotionally resonant & down-to-earth. 8p–12a. PRICE?
MELON BALL. Award-winning singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev performs. 8–10p. $20
WATERMELON MUSIC. Award-winning singer-songwriter and global citizen Eli Lev’s empathic writing and infectious folk-based sensibility has been his universal passport into our collective hearts. Lev performs live 8p–10p. $20
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
ROBIN’S NEST. Lynne Maes & Hank Maninger, along with bandmates Tim Wagar & Leor Beary, offer distinctive sounds & original compositions that honor traditional country music while deliberately pushing its boundaries. Reservations needed. Bring your own drinks & chairs. Band begins 6:30p. 5:30p–9:30p. $20
THREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Live big band, swing and Latin jazz music during the Davis Vintage & Craft Fair. Shop local artisans and vendors and enjoy live music by The New Harmony. 11a—1p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
BAREFOOT YOGA STUDIO. Kirtan, the chanting of sacred mantras, is an easy yet sublime method of meditation. Join for an evening of live acoustic music, mantras and ancient wisdom. Vegan refreshments served. 6:30–8p. Free
ARMADILLO MUSIC. Open beat cyphers & good vibes with the Flipabeat Club squad—Dellaola, Matty A & Taquan—every 2nd Thursday. 6p–9p. Free
THE HIVE. King Dream is a Bay Area rock ‘n’ roll band helmed by Oakland native Jeremy Lyon, a lifelong songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who crafts dive bar anthems with heart, brains and soul. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Through their new DLMC: Dischord initiative, the Davis Live Music Collective is bringing shoegaze and experimental indie rock artists Hotline TNT (NY), they are gutting a body of water (TAGABOW – Philly), and Sword ii (Atlanta) to Davis. 7p—10:30p. $17-22
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Multiple bands including Hotline TNT, TAGABOW & Sword II perform beginning at 7:30p. 7p–10p. Free
ROBIN’S NEST. This wonderful, once-in-a-blue-moon pop-up band brings their unique Americana sound, driven by gorgeous vocals, eclectic songwriting & dynamic instrumental arrangements to a relaxing backyard setting. Reservations needed. 5:30p–9:30p. Suggested Donation $20
PEREGRINE SCHOOL. Klezmer can be described as party music! Its lively infectious melodies and rhythms have made it ideal for weddings, parties, and religious celebrations. There will be an educational presentation and concert. 10a—12p. Free
ROBIN’S NEST. From the Bay Area, the duo brings their unique Americana sound, driven by Russell’s gorgeous voice, eclectic & engaging songwriting & the couple’s dynamic instrumental arrangements. Reservations needed. Bring your own drinks & chairs. Band begins 6:30p. 5:30p–9:30p. $20
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
THREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Biscuits & Honey is an acoustic trio playing Americana & originals emphasizing vocal duets. Me & Him is a guitar instrumental duo playing Americana, Celtic & Originals. All ages welcome. 4:30p–5:30p. Free
Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.
WATERMELON MUSIC. Long time jazz educator Tom Peron leads a one-time intensive improvisation workshop for intermediate young musicians (any instrument) looking to improve their jazz improvisation skills. 2p–3:30p. $75
PARADI PLAZA, DIXON. Come & enjoy free music on the first and third Thursday of the month. Bring a picnic basket & lawn chairs. 6p–8:30p. Free
WATERMELON MUSIC. Performer, educator & recording artist Tom Peron brings a top-tier band back to Northern California for a whirlwind tour. 7:30p. $20
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
WINTERS MAIN STREET. A monthly gathering of musicians, poets & other creatives. Sign ups begin at 6p. Show begins at 7p. Free
THREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Manny & friends bring a modern bluegrass to Sudwerk Brewing, melding tradition with their signature eclectic style. They perform often, visiting various locations throughout Northern California. 12p. Free
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST Church, Davis. Jim Scott, singer, composer, and songwriter, received a grant from NEA to present “A Year To Save The Earth” program which pairs his outspoken and celebratory songs with beautiful and striking images. 7p—8:30p. $20
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CTR. Chris Pilon will bring his mellow voice, guitar, and a tasty mix of original and cover songs to this week’s Circle. 7:15p—9p. Free
Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
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
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Bomba Fried Rice, a diverse international group of UC Davis alumni integrate a variety of genres into their performances including Spanish Rock, Ska, Reggae, Cumbia, Spanish Spoken Word, Latin, Jazz, Salsa & more. Enjoy a glass of wine as you enjoy this joyful performance. 5p–8p. $20
THE HIVE. Jive and jam with The Backburners, a 4-piece instrumental funk band! Enjoy live music, delicious food & drinks, and complimentary honey tastings. All ages, families, and dogs welcome. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
ROBIN’S NEST. World-jazz fusion band with musicians from Central Africa & the Santa Cruz Mountains share the blissful grooves of Africa & the evocative harmony of fusion & jazz. Reservations needed. 5:30p–9:30p. Suggested Donation $20
THREE MILE BREWING CO. Prepare yourselves for a slamming night of bluegrass & brews! 18 year old fiddler Kyle Ledson is skilled beyond his years, performing original music inspired by bluegrass & The Grateful Dead. 7p–11p. Free
RUHSTALLER FARM. Various artists perform live on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays. All ages welcome. Fri &Sat 7p. Sun 6p. Free
THREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
Open mic and karaoke at G Street Wunderbar. Comedy, hip-hop, live bands, spoken word, and much more. Guitar, bass, and drums provided by the establishment. Sign-ups start at 9p, the event goes until 1a. Free, 21+. Drink specials.
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
TURTLE HOUSE. An eclectic 5-piece indie-rock band from Northern California, influenced by various indie-pop-rock artists including Frightened Rabbit, Pinegrove, Turnover, Snail Mail & others. 6p–10p.
THREE MILE BREWING. Summer Music Series features a different band each Saturday night in the Three Mile Courtyard off G Street. Click for dates & artists. 7p—10p. Free
