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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3 events,
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
UC Davis Baseball vs Loyola Marymount
UC Davis Baseball vs Loyola Marymount
DOBBINS BASEBALL COMPLEX. Tickets available online. 12p. $5–$7
$5 – $7
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,
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. 2-day Dungeons & Dragons camp for students 9 through 15-years-old. 9a–1p. $80
$80
3 events,
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
Dungeons & Dragons Camp: Spring Break
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. 2-day Dungeons & Dragons camp for students 9 through 15-years-old. 9a–1p. $80
$80
4 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
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Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A story about identity, family & responsibility. Features classic songs from the Disney film. 7p–9p. $10
$10
9 events,
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Breakfast with the Bunny
Breakfast with the Bunny
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. Breakfast with the Easter Bunny, cookie decorating, face painting, storytelling, carnival games & Easter egg hunt parade through the Farmers Market. 9a–11:45a. $12
$12
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
$10
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
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Science Fair Day
Science Fair Day
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Opportunity to meet researchers, inventors & experimenters. View experiments, live demonstrations & participate in hands-on activities. For children & families. 2p–4p. Free
Free
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A story about identity, family & responsibility. Features classic songs from the Disney film. 2p–4p. $10
$10
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
$20
5 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.
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
Disney’s Lion King, Jr.
DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. A story about identity, family & responsibility. Features classic songs from the Disney film. 2p–4p. $10
$10
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
4 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
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All About Quiche
All About Quiche
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP TEACHING KITCHEN. Learn how to make the perfect quiche from scratch! 5p–8p. $45–$50
$45 – $50
8 events,
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Split Plant Sale
Split Plant Sale
ARBORETUM. First two hours open to members only; join at the gate for a $10-off coupon. Members also receive 10% off purchases + exclusive access to one-acre nursery filled with thousands of native, low-water plants. 9a—1p
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
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Nature Day
Nature Day
THE HIVE, WOODLAND. Interactive activities & workshops for all ages. Centers around sustainability & reducing our carbon footprint. Includes garden tour, Miridae Mobile Nursery, Miridae Living Labs & more. 11a–6p. Free
Free
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FREE Egg Dyeing on the Patio
FREE Egg Dyeing on the Patio
DAVIS FOOD CO-OP. Folks of all ages are welcome to come dye a hard-boiled egg on the Patio! Reserve a spot online. 12p–2p. Free
Free
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
$20
3 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
3 events,
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The best mountain culture & adventure sports films. New films each night with raffles & prizes during intermission. 6:30–10:30p. $22
$22
5 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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Film Showing: Microplastic Madness
Film Showing: Microplastic Madness
VETERANS MEMORIAL THEATRE. Microplastic Madness is the story of 56 fifth graders from Brooklyn whose actions on plastic pollution morph into extraordinary leadership. Informational fair starts at 5:30; film starts at 6:30p. Free
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023
RICHARD BRUNELLE PERFORMANCE HALL. The best mountain culture & adventure sports films. New films each night with raffles & prizes during intermission. 6:30–10:30p. $22
$22
5 events,
Make a Fermented Quilt with Crafting Community Ferment
Make a Fermented Quilt with Crafting Community Ferment
ODD FELLOWS HALL. The Hypha Collective invites you to help make a community-sourced fermented quilt. Join this series of crafting workshops to turn our fermented art into a quilt. 4–6p. Free
Free
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
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
2nd Friday ArtAbout!
MULTIPLE VENUES. A monthly, self-guided art walk featuring installations & receptions at local galleries, art co-ops & businesses. Enjoy live music, a wine tasting & conversations with special artists. 5p–9p. Free
Free
10 events,
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Picnic Day Pancake Breakfast
Picnic Day Pancake Breakfast
ODD FELLOWS LODGE. All are welcome to come downtown for a hearty breakfast before & during the parade. 8a–10a.
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
$10
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
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En Las Sombras (In the Shadows)
En Las Sombras (In the Shadows)
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. A staged reading of Latine playwright Jordan Ramirez Puckett's play, En Las Sombras, directed by Nicole C. Limón. Performed in English with ASL interpretation and is appropriate for audiences ages ten and up. 1p–3p. Free
Free
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LEGO Block Party
LEGO Block Party
STEPHENS DAVIS BRANCH LIBRARY. Hours of creation, design & play with LEGO Bricks! Parental supervision encouraged. Not recommended for children under 3. 2p–4p. Free
Free
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
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
$20
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.
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,
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
6 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
Family D&D
Family D&D
DAVIS CARDS & GAMES. A beginner friendly group where parents & kids can play other families for fun D&D one-shots & mini-campaigns. One ticket covers a parent & child. 3p–6p. $20
$20
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2023 Spring Concert: Shift Happens, II
2023 Spring Concert: Shift Happens, II
PAMELA TROKANSKI Dance Theatre. The Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre closes their 38th season with this new work. Shift Happens II, is an exploration of how we deal with change on multiple levels; as individuals, communities, and nations. 7p–8p. $15-20
$15 – $20
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
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Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre 2023 Spring Concert – Shift Happens, II
Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre 2023 Spring Concert – Shift Happens, II
PAMELA TROKANSKI Dance Theatre. The Pamela Trokanski Dance Theatre closes their 38th season with this new work. Shift Happens II, is an exploration of how we deal with change on multiple levels; as individuals, communities, and nations. 2p–3p. $15-20
$15 – $20
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
4 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
Winters 7th Annual Duck Derby
Winters 7th Annual Duck Derby
WINTERS PUTAH CREEK NATURE PARK. To participate in this annual Winters tradition, adopt a duck online or the beginning of the event. Winners receive cash prizes. 5p.
Free
13 events,
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Free Barre in the Park: Anniversary Party
Free Barre in the Park: Anniversary Party
JOHN BAROVETTO PARK. Yolo Barre celebrates four years in business with a free barre class. Followed by open house with local vendors, free Cryo treatments, diaper drive for Yolo Crisis Nursery, & games and prizes. 8:45a–12p. Free
Free
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Independent Bookstore Day @ The Avid Reader
Independent Bookstore Day @ The Avid Reader
AVID READER. Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day with exclusive books and gifts, and giveaways for anyone who spends at least $10. Coloring activities for kids. 10a–8p.
Free
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California Duck Days
California Duck Days
YOLO BYPASS WILDLIFE AREA HQ. A family oriented, community-based outdoor festival with activities for people of all ages. On-site activities for families include interactive exhibits, wetland themed arts & crafts & much more. 9a–4p. Car Entrance Fee $20
$20
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UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Public Plant Sale
UC Davis Arboretum and Public Garden Public Plant Sale
ARBORETUM. Shop the one-acre nursery filled with thousands of attractive, low-water plants perfect for creating beautiful, sustainable environments with California natives. 9a—1p
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
Lavender Farm Tours, Capay Valley
CAPAY VALLEY LAVENDER FARM. One mile tour exploring lavender varieties, planting, harvesting & drying. Enjoy freshly baked lavender scones. Free for children under 8. 10a–11a. $10
$10
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
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Wings & Wheels
Wings & Wheels
WATTS-WOODLAND AIRPORT. Classic cars and airplanes, food trucks, a BBQ lunch fundraiser, booths, a silent raffle for a scenic flight, and a kids zone! Sponsored by Woodland Sunrise Rotary Club. 10a-3p. Free
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Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros = Children’s Day/Book Day
Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros = Children’s Day/Book Day
STEPHENS BRANCH LIBRARY. A celebration of childhood and bilingual literacy. Each child will recieve a free book and enjoy free crafts, live music and other fun activities. 11a–1p. Free
FREE
3 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
