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Davis Music Festival
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-22 | Multiple Venues
Davis Music Festival (DMF) is a three day multi-venue, multi-genre live music event showcasing local, regional and touring artists – all to benefit our local public schools’ art, music and performing arts programs. All proceeds are donated to support local arts education and performance opportunities for up and coming artists. It’s like our own version of SXSW in a single weekend, and for a great cause!
This event is all ages. The festival takes place rain or shine (though we probably will never have to worry about rain on a June day in Davis, CA). Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. Lineup and daily schedules are subject to change.

EARLY-BIRD FESTIVAL (3-day) PASS: $30 (expires March 20, 2025)
PRESALE FESTIVAL (3-day) PASS: $40 (expires June 20, 2025)
DAY-OF FESTIVAL (3-day) PASS: $50 (in-person purchase only)

Single day admission is available Friday and Sunday only, at the door only. $20

Tales for Tails
2025-06-20 15:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-27 15:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Stephens Davis Branch Library
315 E 14th St
Davis, CA 95616

Read to a therapy dog! Animals are ideal reading companions. For ages 5-12, in the Children’s Activity Room.
First come, first served. No prior reservations.
Sign up for a 10-minute reading slot at the Children’s Desk on the afternoon of the program.
Check website for cancellations.

No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 757-5593. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Mandarin conversation Play Based class
2025-06-20 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Davis Language Academy, 231 G St, suite 23, Davis, ca
Mandarin conversation Play Based class
– for ages 5-8
– first class is free
– registration required
– Fridays 5:00-6:00 pm
– $160/month
Whether a heritage speaker or brand new to the language, gain Mandarin language proficiency in a conversation and play based environment. No parent participation required.
https://www.davislanguageacademy.com/

Art Explorers: Family Open Studio
2025-06-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-06-27 17:00 - 19:00 | 1919 F St, Davis CA, 1919 F St, Davis, 95616, United States
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 different art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. Supplies will be available to let your creative imagination run wild, but you are welcome to bring your own! (An adult must attend with at least one child, and children must attend with an adult.)
Art Explorers: Family Open Studio is FREE every second Friday for ArtAbout.
All ages
Price: $5 per attendee
Fridays, 5:00-7:00 pm
June dates:
6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
July dates:
7/11, 7/18, 7/25
August dates:
8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

Davis Farmers Market
2025-06-21 08:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-28 08:00 - 13:00 | Central Park
Year-round at Central Park in downtown Davis, thousands gather each week to shop for what is grown, raised, and made locally at our markets. We are dedicated to bringing farmers right to your table, so we stay open rain or shine.
Walk rows of stalls lined with an array of fruits and vegetables, including certified organic produce, choice meats, chicken, seafood, wine, local eggs and honey. Choose from a variety of fresh-baked goods, plants, flowers and gifts. Enjoy a picnic from one of our many food stands, made from market ingredients.
See the vendor list here: https://www.davisfarmersmarket.org/our-sellers/
Farmers Market Hours
Central Park: Saturdays 8a–1p (year-round), and Wednesdays 3p–6p (October through April); 4p–8p (May through September)
UC Davis – North Quad: Wednesdays 10a–1:30p (fall and spring quarters)
Sutter Davis Hospital: Thursdays 10a–1p (May through September)
Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento: Thursdays 2:30p–5:30p

Woodland Pride Parade and Party
2025-06-21 10:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Woodland
Join CommuniCare+OLE for the 5th Annual Woodland Pride celebration! Festivities kick off with a parade down Main Street, beginning at Main and Elm in Downtown Woodland, and continue with a party at 212 2nd Street. There will be floats, food trucks, ice cream, music, giveaways, and more. Whether you identify as LGBTQIA+, are an ally, or just want to come out and have a great time, this event is free and open to all!

Saturday, June 21, 2025
10:00 a.m. – Parade at Main & Elm Streets, Downtown Woodland
11:00 – 1:00 p.m. – Pride Party at 212 2nd Street, Woodland

https://communicareole.org/events/woodland-pride/
This event is presented by CommuniCare+OLE in partnership with Yolo County Health and Human Services Agency and the Woodland United Methodist Church.

Winters Farmers Market
2025-06-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-06-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Downtown Winters, Main Street, Winters, CA, 95694
Join us in Downtown Winters every Sunday for the Winters Farmers Market.
LOCATION: Downtown Main Street between Railroad & 1st Street
DATE & TIME: Every Sunday 9am-1pm (April 27th-October 26th)
Enjoy local produce, fresh flowers, food vendors & more!

Community Playdate with DPNS
2025-06-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Chestnut Park, 1020 Chestnut Ln, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Parents with young children are invited to join a free community playdate with Davis Parent Nursery School friends. Parents and kids can meet new friends, chat, and play together outside at local parks. We’re planning several playdates throughout the summer, and this one is at Chestnut Park in Davis. Sunday, June 22, 9:30- 11:30 a.m.

Bat Talk and Tour
2025-06-23 18:45 - 21:15, 2025-06-24 18:45 - 21:15, 2025-06-27 18:45 - 21:15, 2025-06-28 18:45 - 21:15, 2025-06-29 18:45 - 21:15 | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, 45211 County Rd. 32B
Did you know that a huge colony of migratory bats live under the Yolo Causeway during the summer? Join Yolo Basin Foundation for a summertime Bat Talk and Tour to learn all about these amazing and beneficial mammals.
Following a presentation on bat natural history, where you will have the opportunity to see live ambassador bats up close, the group will carpool out to the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area in Davis for a brief tour of the wetlands and rice fields. Then we get in position to watch the “flyout” of the largest urban colony of Mexican free-tailed bats in California. The bats emerge in long ribbons as they head out to hunt for insects for the night.
The whole experience takes about two and a half hours. This is a family friendly event! There is a small amount of walking. Those in wheelchairs or unable to walk may view the bats by car. Please let us know if you have special needs.
Refunding or rescheduling tickets requires two weeks notice and is subject to a $10 administrative fee.
In regards to the recent heat: While it can be very hot in town during the heat of the day, the first hour and a half of this program will take place in an air conditioned room and from your own vehicle during the auto tour. By the time we are outside to view the flyout, it will be nearly sunset. It is typically 10-15 degrees cooler in the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area where we watch the bat flyout.

Wiggle & Grow Spanish Playgroup
2025-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Davis Language Academy, 231 G St, suite 23, Davis, ca
Wiggle & Grow Spanish Playgroup
– for ages 1-3
– first class is free
– registration required
– Tuesdays 11:00 am-12:00 pm
– $120/month
Little ones get exposure to Spanish language by singing, playing and moving around. Grown-up participation is required.
https://www.davislanguageacademy.com/

Free Youth Art Studio: After-School Open Studio
2025-06-24 15:30 - 17:30 | The Barn Studio, 512 Gibson Road, Woodland, 95695
Engage your child’s creativity in a supportive space where young artists explore 2D art techniques like charcoal, pastels, and paints. Sessions offer guided prompts and the freedom to pursue independent projects. For ages: Elementary + Middle (2nd – 8th Grade).

Knitting & Crochet Circle
2025-06-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Do you enjoy knitting and crocheting? If so, join us on Tuesdays, from 5:30 pm-7 pm. Bring a project to work on and visit with your neighbors.
No reservation required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Davis Public Library. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Free Youth Art Studio: Mini Open Studio
2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-25 12:30 - 14:00 | 512 gibson road, 512 Gibson Road, Woodland, C, 95695, United States
Weekly on Wednesdays
10:00am – 11:30am | 12:30pm – 2:00pm*
Bring your under 5 little ones to explore their artistic side and get messy at the Barn Studio! Every Wednesday, arts activity stations will be available for you and your mini to discover together that encourage materials exploration and develop motor skills.
Come explore, play, and create together!
Advance registration encouraged. Materials are provided. Dress for mess.
*beginning June 1st

Picnic in the Park! Davis Farmers Market
2025-06-25 16:00 - 20:00 | Central Park

Storytime at Pioneer Park
2025-06-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Pioneer Park, 5036 Hamel Street, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
The Library is on the loose in Davis’ beautiful outdoors! Meet us in Pioneer Park in South Davis every 2nd and 4th Thursday for a morning of stories and songs. For ages 3-6. Weather Permitting.

German conversation class for Elementary School
2025-06-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Davis Language Academy, 231 G St, suite 23, Davis, ca
German conversation class for Elementary School
– for ages 6-12
– first class is free
– registration required
– Thursdays 5:00-6:00 pm
– $160/month
Whether a heritage speaker or brand new to the language, experience the German language in a fun and engaging environment. No parent participation required.
https://www.davislanguageacademy.com/

Russian conversation Play Based class
2025-06-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Davis Language Academy, 231 G St, suite 23, Davis, ca
Russian conversation Play Based class
– for ages 5-8
– first class is free
– registration required
– Thursdays 5:30-6:30 pm
– $160/month
Whether a heritage speaker or brand new to the language, gain Russian language proficiency in a conversation and play based environment. No parent participation required.
https://www.davislanguageacademy.com/

Summer Gazebo Concerts
2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Rotary Park, 201 E Main Street, Winters, CA, 95694, United States
Live Music at the Gazebo

Join us for Summer Concerts at the Gazebo in Rotary Park every Thursday.
Admission: Free
Family-Friendly; Pets Allowed
Rotary Park, Railroad and Main Street, Winters, CA, 95694 United States

Music in the Park at Grindstone
2025-06-27 18:00 - 21:00 | Grindstone Wines, 12700 County Road 89, Esparto, California, 95627
Every 4th Friday of the month May through October, we host Music in the Park, our summer series with music, food trucks and wine.
Best of all, this event is family-friendly, so bring the whole gang along and enjoy an evening at Grindstone under our market lights. Pack those lawn chairs, mark your calendars, and join us for a night of wine & music!

Planet Party!
2025-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Woodland Regional Park Preserve, 20179 County Road 102, Woodland, CA, 95776, United States
Get ready to blast off into a night of cosmic fun at our Planet Party! Join us as we partner with the UC Davis Astronomy Club and Explorit Science Center for a night under the stars at Woodland Regional Park Preserve. This FREE family event will be filled with space-themed crafts, planet-inspired snacks, and out-of-this-world learning.
Kids and grown-ups alike will explore the wonders of our solar system with hands-on activities, guided stargazing, and interactive talks from local astronomy experts. Whether you’re a curious comet or a supernova science fan, there’s something for everyone!
Registration is required. Please fill out the form below and include names of all attendees. Each attendee must also read and complete an after-hours waiver for the Woodland Regional Park Preserve: https://www.cityofwoodland.gov/FormCenter/Community-Services-7/Waiver-Form-Woodland-Regional-Park-135
