“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

Call for artists! Worn exhibit at the Pence

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

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

Beauty, Seen and Felt: Paintings by Raquel Cox

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

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

Robert Ortbal: Encounters

Pence Gallery 212 D Street, Davis, CA, United States

PENCE GALLERY. Robert Ortbal combines a vast array of both common and odd materials, applying them in endless variations to create small-scale, uniquely masked figures, traveling-case environments that house them, and wearable sculptures that are, at times, worn outside the gallery environment in performative public works. For Encounters, a 20-foot towering sculpture made from electrical conduit soars up into the clerestory and snakes along the gallery floor, displaying an assortment of his wearable works. 11:30a—5p. Free

Free
Drawing Club

Drawing Club

Dunloe Brewing 1606 Olive Dr, Davis, United States

Every Tuesday from 5-10pm at Dunloe Brewing's - The Local, creative people of all levels are invited to participate in Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with […]

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

Drawing Club

Drawing Club

Dunloe Brewing 1606 Olive Dr, Davis, United States

Every Tuesday from 5-10pm at Dunloe Brewing's - The Local, creative people of all levels are invited to participate in Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with […]

Art Explorers: Family Open Studio

Art Explorers: Family Open Studio

Davis Arts Center 1919 F St.

DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Looking for a space where you, your family, and even friends can have fun with art and creativity? Drop in at our Art Explorers: Family Open Studio! Explore an array of art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.) 5p—7p. Free

Free
Davis Craft and Vintage Fair

Davis Craft and Vintage Fair

Central Park - Davis 5th St & B St, Davis, CA, United States

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.

Free
Davis Street Stitchers Mending Club

Davis Street Stitchers Mending Club

Compassion Corner Corner of 3rd & C Street, Davis

COMPASSION CORNER, 3RD & C STREET. An intergenerational mending club that meets on the 2nd Monday of every month. Join for mending, knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, sewing, and beading. On the lawn - bring your own chair or blanket, snacks, and water. 6p—8p. Free

Free
Drawing Club

Drawing Club

Dunloe Brewing 1606 Olive Dr, Davis, United States

Every Tuesday from 5-10pm at Dunloe Brewing's - The Local, creative people of all levels are invited to participate in Drawing Club. Grab a cold drink and surround yourself with […]