All Day

“OJO” Julio César Morales

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Julio César Morales—artist, curator and a former museum director—grew up along the U.S.–Mexico border between San Diego and Tijuana. After nearly a decade in Arizona creating work about the border, “OJO” marks his California homecoming and return to full-time studio practice through a mid-career survey bridging past and future to reflect on the present. 10a—5p. Free

Free

Breath(e): Toward Climate and Social Justice

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. This groundbreaking exhibition considers the connections between social and environmental injustice through the lens of contemporary art. It brings together works focused on climate change by artists, scientists and activists whose practices encompass photography, multimedia, large-scale sculptures, painting and more. 10a—5p. Free

Free

Bruce McGaw Memorial Exhibition

John Natsoulas Gallery 521 1st St, Davis

JOHN NATSOULAS GALLERY. This exhibit celebrates the legacy of Bruce McGaw, one of the most important Bay Area painters and teachers. The retrospective exhibit will feature a wide selection of drawings and paintings from throughout his entire career. Free

Free

Call for artists! Worn exhibit at the Pence

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Call for artists! You are invited to submit artwork that captures the connection between clothing and one’s personal identity and/or culture. You can explore this open-ended theme through various media and subject matter. Work will be selected for a new group exhibit, titled Worn, from Jan. 9—Feb. 8, 2026. Submissions are due by December 1, 2025. Free to apply

Free

Inner Worlds and Outer Lands: Paintings by Christine Olmsted

The Artery 207 G Street, Davis

THE ARTERY. The Artery is proud to present Inner Worlds and Outer Lands, a solo exhibition of paintings by Christine Olmsted. With over 35 years of artistic practice, Olmsted creates vibrant, abstract works that serve as meditations of her inner dialogue, daily life, and the mysteries of the world around us. Free

Free
Ongoing

Enrichment Classes at Peregrine School

Peregrine School, South

PEREGRINE SCHOOL, SOUTH. We invite all students in grades K and up to join our Afterschool Enrichment Program! The Fall Trimester begins on Sept. 22 and will feature exciting classes such as Art Around the World, Baking, Cooking, Chess, Magic: The Gathering Club, and Adventures in STEM using LEGO® Materials. 3:30p—5p. $250-385

$250 – $385

Beauty, Seen and Felt: Paintings by Raquel Cox

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. Raquel Cox is an oil painter whose recent work celebrates the beauty of nature and the way it lifts the human spirit. Painting mainly from life, Raquel portrays a wide variety of subjects but is particularly fascinated with observing the structure, delicacy, vibrancy, and impermanence of flowers. She views her work as a delicate balance between portraying nature truthfully and trying to capture the beauty and poetry that she finds in each subject. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free
Featured Lambtown Festival

Lambtown Festival

Dixon May Fair 655 S 1st St, Dixon

DIXON MAY FAIRGROUNDS. The 39th annual Lambtown Festival is a two-day celebration of sheep, lamb, and wool, where you can find enthusiastic instructors, demonstrators, and vendors ready to sing the praises of their favorite ruminant. To order your tickets, view the schedule, reserve a campsite, or register for workshops and competitions, visit lambtown.org. Sat. 9a—6p & Sun. 9a—4p. $5—25

$5 – $25

Painting Animals Workshop with David Lobenberg: Flamingos & Panda Mamas

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis

PENCE GALLERY. In this 2-day workshop, follow David Lobenberg step-by-step to create luscious, eye-engaging watercolor creations of mama and baby scenes of pandas and flamingos. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $225—250

$225 – $250
Art Spark

Art Spark

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free

Free

Healing Kirtan Sound Bath

Davis Community Church 412 C Street, Davis

DAVIS COMMUNITY CHURCH. Allow deeply healing sounds including sacred mantras, acoustic music, and singing bowls wash over you like a wave as you experience profound rest and inner peace. RSVP online at davismeditation.com; cost is a recommended donation. Bring a yoga mat for lying down. 7p—8:30p. $10—20

$10 – $20
Art Spark

Art Spark

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free

Free
Art Spark

Art Spark

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free

Free
Art Spark

Art Spark

Manetti Shrem Museum (Shrem) 254 Old Davis Rd.

MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. Drop in for an afternoon of art making inspired by this fall’s exhibitions. Each month, we offer a different activity that explores ideas, materials, and processes connected to works of art on view. All ages and skill levels are welcome, and all supplies are provided. 1p—4p. Free

Free