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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
PENCE GALLERY. Apply now to sell your work at the Pence’s Night Market on June 13! This pop-up market during the 2nd Friday ArtAbout invites young visual artists, ages 16-25, to display and sell their artwork inside the gallery, ranging from prints and paintings, to ceramics and jewelry, and more. Artists can apply at bit.ly/pencenightmarket. Deadline is May 23. Free to apply
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
CENTRAL PARK. Expect to see friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more! Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p.
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Sat. 8a—1p & Wed. Picnic in the Park 4p—8p.
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
ARBORETUM TEACHING NURSERY. Our public clearance plant sale is your last chance to purchase from our inventory of attractive, climate-ready plants including Arboretum All-stars and California natives. All our remaining plants are marked down. Funds from these plant sales & membership fees support the UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden’s environmental leadership programs, the growth of our gardens & collections & the wide variety of free, educational events we offer the public. 9a – 11p.
UC DAVIS QUAD. Swing, Big Band, and Latin jazz standards at the Main Stage on the Quad! 11a—12p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Sat. 8a—1p & Wed. Picnic in the Park 4p—8p.
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
PENCE GALLERY. Purchase outdoor sculptures, mosaic stepping stones, decorative plant hangers, fountains, and more in a sale to benefit the Pence and local artists. Also discover the perfect gift for garden enthusiasts, ranging from plant wands and gardening aprons, to air plants and wind chimes. We’ll have plants from The Growing Groves for sale too! 10a—4p. Free
E STREET PLAZA PARKING LOT. Day in Downtown is a community event comprised of artists, makers, vintage clothing vendors, Downtown brick and mortars, and Davis non-profits. Admission is free, and it is family friendly. 10a—4p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Sat. 8a—1p & Wed. Picnic in the Park 4p—8p.
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.
CENTRAL PARK. Expect to see friendly vendors with local handmade and original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food, and more! Free live music fills the open space for a lively atmosphere so be sure to stop by and join us! 10a—4p.
CENTRAL PARK, DAVIS. Two free sets of Swing, Big Band and Latin jazz standards amidst the splendor of the Craft & Vintage Fair. Bring your dancing shoes! 11a—1p. Free
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Sat. 8a—1p & Wed. Picnic in the Park 4p—8p.
MAINSTAGE DISPENSARY. Free lunch with an in-store purchase every last Friday of the month! 12p—5p.
CENTRAL PARK. Visit the market each week to purchase local produce & artisan goods. Every Wed, 3p–6p & every Sat, 8a–1p.