Encounters UFO Xperience: The Alien Museum & Club UFO
UNIVERSITY MALL. Family-fun, interactive space of UFO legends, alien artifacts & the paranormal. Incl game room, dance parties & hands-on exhibits. Wed–Sun.
$10 – $15
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Mike Henderson: Before the Fire, 1965–1985
JAN 30 THRU JUNE 25. MANETTI SHREM MUSEUM. The UC Davis Professor Emeritus' first solo U.S. museum exhibition in 20 years brings to light the pioneering artist’s rarely seen contributions to the history of contemporary painting and filmmaking, radical Black politics & to the story of California art. Integrates paintings & films by Henderson that offer new ideas about Black life in the visual languages of protest, Afro-futurism & surrealism.
Free
3 events,
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Free
3 events,
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Davis Blue Devils Booster Fundraiser
Davis Blue Devils Booster Fundraiser
SUDWERK DOCK STORE. Support Davis Blue Devil Athletic Boosters at the first annual Sudwerks Fundraiser! 20% of all beer/drink sales go to the non-profit organization. Live music by The Teds. Food trucks. 4p–8p.
3 events,
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Davis Waldorf Open House
Davis Waldorf Open House
Open House on Friday, February 3 from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. Visitors will be able to experience the Waldorf approach firsthand. Walk through our grades classrooms and view examples of student projects and artwork while enjoying curriculum related snacks. Musical performances by our strings program will occur throughout the evening. This event is open to […]
3 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
5 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.
Just Play: Pickup Soccer Sundays
Just Play: Pickup Soccer Sundays
NUGGET FIELDS. Any youth player is invited to join this winter for pick up soccer Sunday afternoons at Nugget Fields! You bring shin guards, cleats, and water. We’ll have pinnies, goals, and balls out. If you are not an AYSO player (United, Core, or Select/Alliance), a parent will need to sign a waiver form. These events are best for U10-U19 aged players. 3p–4:30p, Free
Free
3 events,
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Free
3 events,
UCD Basketball Celebrates Black History Month
UCD Basketball Celebrates Black History Month
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION, UCD. Games will be featuring the Coalition for the African Diaspora Student-Athletes (CADSA), African Continuum (a network of Diaspora-identified staff & faculty members) & UC Davis Black Greek Letter Organizations—available to meet & greet game attendees, provide special performances, & more. Feb 9: Women’s Basketball, 5p. $6–$12. Feb 15: Men's Basketball, 6p. $7–$22
$6 – $22
3 events,
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2nd Friday ArtAbout—February 10
2nd Friday ArtAbout—February 10
1. Arboretum Art Works, 17 Arboretum Dr, Suites G & H | 4 - 7 PM Reception Arboretum Art Works is a working artist collective featuring artists in 2 suites. Artists in attendance include Thelma Weatherford, Cathie James-Robinson, Schorré Chevalier Oldham, Joel Bresolin, Ginger Joyce, Judy Catambay, Charlene Akers, and Mark Ellsberry. Image: Ceramic sculpture […]
5 events,
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The Red Velvet Violin Family Outreach Concert
The Red Velvet Violin Family Outreach Concert
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. Introduces young people to the instruments of a symphony orchestra & tells a story supported by orchestral music. Written by Anna Trigiano Moreno, composed by Ryan Suleiman, narrated by Soprano Ann Moss, performed by the Puppet Art Theatre Company & the Davis High School Symphony Orchestra, directed by Angelo Moreno. 11a. Tix @ the door: Adults $15 / Kids $10
$10 – $15
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Canoe Tour of Lake Solano
Canoe Tour of Lake Solano
LAKE SOLANO PARK. Spend a morning taking in the beautiful views of Lake Solano’s riparian habitat, with wonderful opportunities to spot some of the wildlife that calls Lake Solano home & to appreciate the changing of the seasons. Canoes, paddles & lifejackets will be provided free of charge, with a basic safety & paddling discussion at the beginning. Participants may want to bring water, a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen & wear weather-appropriate warm clothing. You may get wet, so shoes/pants that can get wet & a change of clothes is recommended. Required day-use parking fee of $6 per vehicle (cash or check, exact change only) gains you admittance to the park for the rest of the day. Limited to 12 guests. Children age 8 & older are welcome if accompanied by an adult. 10a–12p. Free
Free – $6
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
3 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
3 events,
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Free
3 events,
UCD Basketball Celebrates Black History Month
UCD Basketball Celebrates Black History Month
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION, UCD. Games will be featuring the Coalition for the African Diaspora Student-Athletes (CADSA), African Continuum (a network of Diaspora-identified staff & faculty members) & UC Davis Black Greek Letter Organizations—available to meet & greet game attendees, provide special performances, & more. Feb 9: Women’s Basketball, 5p. $6–$12. Feb 15: Men's Basketball, 6p. $7–$22
$6 – $22
8 events,
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Biodiversity Museum Day
Biodiversity Museum Day
UC DAVIS. Explore several biological collections, including: Arboretum & Public Garden; Bohart Museum of Entomology; Botanical Conservatory; California Raptor Ctr; Dept of Anthropology Museum; Ctr for Plant Diversity; Marine Invertebrate Collection; Museum of Wildlife & Fish Biology; Nematode Collection; Dept of Earth & Planetary Sciences Paleontology Collection; Phaff Yeast Culture Collection. 9a–4p. Free
Free
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS
Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Based on the beloved 1970 Disney animated film, “The Aristocats,” and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score. Show runtime: 30 minutes (perfect for little ones!) $5-16
$5 – $16
LEGO Block Party
LEGO Block Party
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Caregivers encouraged to join. No reservation needed. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
Free
Breast Cancer Awareness at Women’s Basketball
Breast Cancer Awareness at Women’s Basketball
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION, UCD. One of the most meaningful games each season for the Aggies as they honor one of their former student-athletes, Genevieve Costello, who tragically passed away from breast cancer at the age of 26. All fans are encouraged to wear pink to the game. 3p. $6–$12.
$6 – $12
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UNO Ultimate Marvel Game Night
UNO Ultimate Marvel Game Night
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. Suitable for everyone ages 7 & up. 6p–9p. Free
Free
5 events,
Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS
WOODLAND OPERA HOUSE. Based on the beloved 1970 Disney animated film, “The Aristocats,” and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score. Show runtime: 30 minutes (perfect for little ones!) $5-16
$5 – $16
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.
3 events,
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Free
5 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
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A Chat with Nikki Shannon Smith
A Chat with Nikki Shannon Smith
STEPHENS BRANCH DAVIS LIBRARY. Meet local celebrity author Nikki Shannon Smith & learn about her latest books Love is All Around and Our Beautiful Colors. Smith's books center on understanding Black joy & love as a universal message that can be applied to all children. Author signing available Sales of Smith's books will be provided by Avid Reader. 2p–3:30p. Free
Free
Davis Dance Project Concert: Art in 4 Dimensions
Davis Dance Project Concert: Art in 4 Dimensions
TROKANSKI DANCE STUDIO. Continues the collaborative process with local choreographers, visual artists, musicians & poets, funded in part, by the Davis Arts & Culture Grant Fund of the Yolo Community foundation, an affiliate of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. Produced by the PTDT, this year several performance pieces will be created from art work by local artists. The performance includes a short lecture/demonstration of art concepts that different mediums share, followed by pieces in performance. Local artists who are participating in the event include Choreographers: Ann Marie Dragich, Erin Dunning, Taylor Herrera, Tasé & Pamela Trokanski. Visual Artists include: Parto Aram, Analisa Bevan, Robin Lee Carlson, Joan Jarvis & Binuta Sudhakaran. Musicians include: Meri Superak & Hank Lawson. Poets: Julia Levine, Allegra Silberstein & Kari Wergeland. Under 12 are free, but need a ticket & accompanying adult. Sat 7p–8p, Sun 2p–3p. $10
$10 – $12
5 events,
Davis Stampede Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
Davis Stampede Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
PLAYFIELDS PARK. Now well into its third decade as a local running tradition, the race—celebrating its 40th annual running—also includes a 10K & a 5K run & mile, half-mile & quarter-mile “races” for kids. Largely fast & flat & run entirely on paved surfaces along the city streets of Davis. Starts begin 8a. $27–$72
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Davis Dance Project Concert: Art in 4 Dimensions
Davis Dance Project Concert: Art in 4 Dimensions
TROKANSKI DANCE STUDIO. Continues the collaborative process with local choreographers, visual artists, musicians & poets, funded in part, by the Davis Arts & Culture Grant Fund of the Yolo Community foundation, an affiliate of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. Produced by the PTDT, this year several performance pieces will be created from art work by local artists. The performance includes a short lecture/demonstration of art concepts that different mediums share, followed by pieces in performance. Local artists who are participating in the event include Choreographers: Ann Marie Dragich, Erin Dunning, Taylor Herrera, Tasé & Pamela Trokanski. Visual Artists include: Parto Aram, Analisa Bevan, Robin Lee Carlson, Joan Jarvis & Binuta Sudhakaran. Musicians include: Meri Superak & Hank Lawson. Poets: Julia Levine, Allegra Silberstein & Kari Wergeland. Under 12 are free, but need a ticket & accompanying adult. Sat 7p–8p, Sun 2p–3p. $10
$10 – $12
4 events,
Mother Goose on the Loose
Mother Goose on the Loose
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Award-winning early literacy program for toddlers (ages 2-3) & their grown-ups. It combines music, movement, rhymes & books to help young children develop language skills, social & emotional skills, general knowledge about the world & a love of learning. 11a–11:30a. Free
Free
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Destress Through Design
Destress Through Design
ARBORETUM. Take a mindful break & enjoy nature! Collage with pre-pressed plants while gazing at views of the Arboretum Waterway & relaxing under the branches of heritage trees. 11a–2p.
Free
3 events,
UC Davis Men’s Basketball vs UC Santa Barbra
UC Davis Men’s Basketball vs UC Santa Barbra
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION. UC Davis Men's Basketball take on UC Santa Barbra. Tickets available online. 6p. $7–$22
$7 – $22
3 events,
Tales for Tails
Tales for Tails
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Read to a therapy dog! For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room. Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program, no prior registration. 3p–4:30p.
Free
5 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT SCI CTR. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
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CANCELLED: WISE Women Peregrine Bound
CANCELLED: WISE Women Peregrine Bound
It is with heavy hearts that we have decided to cancel WISE due to poor weather and presenter cancellations. We apologize for any inconvenience that this causes. See you next year! Sincerely, Peregrine School
Free
UC Davis Men’s Basketball vs Long Beach State
UC Davis Men’s Basketball vs Long Beach State
UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION. UC Davis Men's Basketball take on Long Beach State. Tickets available online. 1p. $7–$22
$7 – $22
4 events,
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
Explorit Rocks! Weekend Activity
EXPLORIT MUSEUM. Visit Explorit Rocks! an exhibit about rocks, fossils & crystals. A fun science activity or craft is included with admission every weekend. Enjoy a beautiful pollinator garden & the surrounding Mace Ranch Park. 10a–2p. Free for under 2 yrs/General $5
$2 – $5
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
CENTRAL PARK. Local, handmade & original art, crafts, quality vintage items, upcycled treasures, earth-friendly creations, good food & more! Free live music. 10a–4p.
