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:
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MONDAVI CTR. The Alexander String Quartet & Robert Greenberg look back 100 years to the tumultuous social & political era of the early 20th century—times not unlike our own—& explore enduring works of the great music it produced. 7:30p. $17.50–$65
CENTRAL PARK. Two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz during the Davis Craft & Vintage fair. 11a—1p. Free
MONDAVI CTR. Look back 100 years to the tumultuous social & political era of the early 20th century—times not unlike our own—& explore enduring works of the great music it produced. Programs will include works by Debussy, Ravel, Webern, Schoenberg, Sibelius, & Nielsen. 2p. $17.50–$56
MELON BALL. Watermelon Music’s free monthly open mic. Share your talents with a supportive, encouraging audience. Doors open and sign-ups begin at 5:30p. 6p—8p. Free
VILLAGE HOMES. The Village Homes Performers’ Circle is a free event that welcomes performers of all levels as well as audience members who simply come to enjoy the performances. 7p—9p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This jam is for musicians who are proficient at their instrument and have experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel confident to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Register in advance. 3p—5p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CTR. For those with experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel confident in your ability to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Jam with other Davis musicians who love playing jazz music: American Songbook, Bossa Nova, Django, etc.
MONDAVI CTR. One of the most influential & revered figures in contemporary music, three-time Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis is joined by his renowned Branford Marsalis Quartet. 7:30p. $12.50–$65
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
MELON BALL. The galumphing return of the quirky, hard-rockin’ theatrical trio that vanished mysteriously 13 years ago. Hilarious, bawdy and full of double-entendres. Bring your ear plugs.5p—7:30p. $20
ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer and educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk and beyond. 7:30p—10:30p. Free
DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. Fellow Pynins is an Ashland, Oregon based award winning contemporary folk duo with a keen and bucolic sense of vocal harmony and song craft anchored in the balladry tradition. In 2019 they were named by NPR’s Bob Boilen as one of the best Tiny Desk submissions. 7p—9p. Donations strongly appreciated
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
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH. Cellist Alexandra Roedder holds degrees in music from UC Berkeley, baroque cello from the Royal Conservatory of the Hague, as well as her doctorate in musicology and her master’s in cello performance from UCLA. 12p—1p. Free
THE MELON BALL. An American indie-psychedelic rock band, the group is a collaboration of Northern California musicians led by Linda Brancato, a prolific singer/songwriter. 8p—10p. $20
MELON BALL. Alma Russ brings roots music from North Carolina to Davis. Influences include: John Prine, Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton. 8p—10p. $20
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
VILLAGE HOMES. Ecstatic Dance is an intentional, playful, joyful, free-form, all-ages, substance-free, daytime dance party. 11:30a—1:30p. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Come celebrate and experience an ancient Persian tradition marking the Spring Equinox featuring performances by Nariman Percussion Ensemble and guests. We’ll have some Persian sweets and stunning artwork crafted by local artists. 6p—9p. $30
EPISCOPAL CHURCH OF ST. MARTIN. This concert continues the season’s exploration of pieces by illustrious German composer Johannes Brahms, as well as incorporating pieces by Ellen Zwilich and Sergei Rachmaninoff. 7:30—9:30p. $30 gen, Free for students
ODD FELLOWS HALL. Davis Live Music Collective presents: LAEL NEALE. Lael Neale still has a flip phone and there were no screens involved in the creation of her new record Star Eaters Delight. The album is her second for Sub Pop and reveals an expansion of her sonic collaboration with producer and accompanist Guy Blakeslee. 6p—8:30p. $15
ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer and educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk and beyond. 7:30p—10:30p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. The focus will be slower ballads and bossas designed to be a supportive space to get you soloing over jazz standards. 3p—5p. Free
Come join Yolo Community Band for a night of music and fun at the Woodland High School Theater, Wednesday March 20, 7 pm! The evening will begin with music by the young musicians in the combined Concert Bands of Lee and Douglass Middle Schools from...
ZOOM. Communal Songwriting workshop & critique. Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday. Have your lyrics ready to screen share! All are welcome! 8p. 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
BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. International recording artist Mark Wood, an original member of the multi platinum selling Trans-Siberian Orchestra and creator of the revolutionary music education program “Electrify Your Strings!” is coming to Davis to perform. 6p—9:30p. $20
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY VENTER. Join for a nourishing and connective experience as we welcome in the Spring energy. We will set intentions and drop into deep rest through breathwork and guided meditation that will lead you into an immersive 45-min sound bath. The evening will close with tea service, burning ceremony, and connection with community. Please arrive by 6:50pm to find and set up your “nest” for the sound journey. 7p—8:30p. $30
MELON BALL. With an extensive and amazing track record of unique and imaginative performances featuring his curious instrument and copious amounts of originality, Mike Silverman, aka That1Guy, has set himself apart as a true one-of-a-kind talent that rivals any other artist currently in the entertainment industry. 8p—10p. $20
CENTRAL PARK. Support local small businesses! Featuring more than 40 booths with local artisans and vintage collectors, food trucks and live music. 10a—4p.
CENTRAL PARK. Enjoy two free sets of Big Band, Swing, and Latin jazz while you peruse the Davis Craft & Vintage Fair. 11a—1p. Free
VILLAGE HOMES COMMUNITY CTR. Circle Ron Unema, will share a lifetime of song. His set will include a fun railroad song, two instrumentals, and songs of community and hope. He will be joined by Chris Pilon on vocals and guitar. An open mike will run from 7:00-8:15, with signups continuing to start at 6:45. 7p—9p. Free
DAVIS SENIOR CTR. For those with experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel confident in your ability to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Jam with other Davis musicians who love playing jazz music: American Songbook, Bossa Nova, Django, etc.
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This jam is for musicians who are proficient at their instrument and have experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles or otherwise feel confident to improvise a solo in a jazz jam session. Register in advance. 3p—5p. 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
ROOT OF HAPPINESS. Jim Frink is a drummer and educator based in Davis. The jazz trio plays improvisational music ranging from standards, to modern jazz, to balkan folk and beyond. 7:30p—10:30p. Free
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. Free line dancing classes in the Blanchard Room. No experience necessary. 6:30p—7:30p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Support local small businesses! Featuring more than 40 booths with local artisans and vintage collectors, food trucks and live music. 10a—4p.
DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Drop-in line dancing classes in the Fellowship Hall on Thursdays. First class is free! 3p—4:30p. $5
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
CENTRAL PARK. Support local small businesses! Featuring more than 40 booths with local artisans and vintage collectors, food trucks and live music. 10a—4p.
DAVIS ODD FELLOWS. This event is to commemorate fallen Davis Police Officer Natalie Corona and the Natalie Corona Davis Odd Fellows Memorial Scholarship. Music by Wealth of Nations, Misner & Smith, and 5 Star Alcatraz. Food trucks providing tasty treats, beer donated by local breweries. 12p—5p. Free
INTERNATIONAL HOUSE. Join us for a celebration of Brazilian culture. Experience a workshop led by Marta Santos and enjoy a concert with Samba da Terra and Boca do Rio. Delight in local artwork and savor delicious Brazilian snacks available for purchase. 3p—9p. $15—20
EMERSON JUNIOR HIGH. Cabaret is the Davis High School Jazz Choir’s premier benefit event with live song & dance, appetizers & desserts, hand-crafted mocktails, and a raffle. Enjoy live song and dance performed by the Davis High School Jazz Choir under the musical direction of Natascha Bach, with choreography by Jeff Teague. 7p—9p. $20—45
