UC DAVIS SHIELDS LIBRARY. This exhibit showcases the journeys of various women who traveled through or lived in California between 1901 and 1956. The exhibit recreates pieces of their journeys through the pages included in their scrapbooks and photo albums. The photographs and descriptions detail journeys full of friendship, family, and independent achievements. Free
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. View a collection of work created by Teaching Artists working in Yolo County. This show includes ceramic, digital illustration, installation, mixed media, painting, photography, and printed artworks. Free
JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This body of work portrays the psychological state of the individual that goes beyond traditional portraiture. Use of color, symbolism, cast shadows, semi-three dimensional elements, and embedded shadow boxes are meant to reveal the inner thoughts and character of the model. There are recurring themes in the work which include nature, the state of the planet, human connection to animals, youth, and mental health. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Emerging Artist Award 2026 is now open for applications via www.callforentry.org. This award of $4000 supports the creation of new work by emerging artists in California and the opportunity to share that work through an exhibit and an artist talk in January-February 2027 at the Pence. Apply by April 9. $35—40
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The Oakland-based artist is inspired by familial and global histories, food, music, and mourning. The exhibition features a reconfigured clock tower sculpture that alludes to market structures in the Eastern Mediterranean Levant region, and new works in ceramic and bronze that speak to familial and cultural ties across time. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Clothing that we wear often reflects our personal identity, our culture, or both. Participating artists in Worn explore this theme, illustrating how clothing is a large part of how we see ourselves and how ordinary garments can hold memories and meaning. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. View a solo exhibit by Charlene Will, the recipient of the 2025 Pence Gallery Emerging Artist Award. Her work is rooted in a reverence for nature. Working with oils on canvas, she uses traditional and self-taught brushwork, glazes, and the removal of layers to reveal the ephemeral qualities of light and color found in various natural ecosystems. 11:30a—5p. Free
MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This exhibition is a working digitization laboratory and open storage featuring hundreds of works from the Fine Arts Collection, developed and presented in conjunction with UC Davis students in the Fall 2025 Exhibition Practicum course led by Assistant Professor Alexandra Sofroniew. Free
DELTA OF VENUS. Come see the wonderful whimsical Fabric of Davis quilts by Pauline Jackson on display throughout the month of February. Pauline’s quilts take you on a tour of iconic Davis spots through her gift of painting with cloth. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Manuel Fernando Rios is a painter, printmaker, and Professor of Art at Woodland Community College. In his exhibit, Rios shares his interest in themes that explore his Chicano heritage, as well as his family’s history and experiences. Blurring the line between naturalism and abstraction, the artist embraces the use of complex design patterns and photography to make a powerful statement. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Enjoy immersive ballet workshops based on the beloved classical ballet ‘The Sleeping Beauty,’ led by Shannon Zwick! These exciting programs include ballet technique class, exploring the story, characters and music of the ballet, making fun crafts, and more. Ages 4—6 (9a—12p), ages 7—10 (1p—4:30p). 9a—4:30p. $75
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Davis Senior High School Symphony Orchestra presents the story of 'An American Dream, Commemorating 250 Years of Independence,' a kids family concert. 11a—12p. $10—15
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Step into a cozy afternoon of indulgence, creativity, and just a little magic with our Artisan Truffle-Making Class, hosted in collaboration with our beloved local chocolatier and co-owner of The Chocolate Bar Davis. Ticket includes guided truffle-making class, all materials, and a take-home box of artisan truffles. 2p—4p. $75
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF DAVIS. This event will benefit Make It Happen for Yolo County, which provides under-resourced transition age youth with furniture, household goods, and essential items needed to establish a first home. Local artist Joanne Andresen will lead guests in creating a painting as they enjoy beverages, light fare, and door prizes. 2p—5:30p. $75
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Bring your partner, bestie, boo, platonic pal—or anyone who completes your dynamic duo—to this Paint Date! Follow the instructor’s step-by-step tutorial, but with a twist: you’ll swap canvases every 10 minutes to create two collaborative paintings together. For ages 21+, price is per duo. 6p—7:30p. $65
WATERMELON MUSIC, MELON BALL. TimnaTal Music presents Canta, Violino!, an instrumental Brazilian trio featuring original Brazilian choro and samba. The trio brings together several award-winning virtuosos: U.S. violinist Andrew Finn Magill, Brazilian percussionist Clarice Cast, and Brazilian 7-string guitarist Nando Duarte. 7p—9p. $25
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