Events from June 13 – June 13 – Page 11 – The Dirt

January 2026
January 10, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

A Conversation with the Artists: Diane Williams & Maryann Steinert-Foley

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

PENCE GALLERY. Join us for a fun and stimulating talk with "The Realm of Possibility" artists, Diane Williams and Maryann Steinert-Foley. Director Natalie Nelson will facilitate the conversation on their respective processes, layers of meaning in the work, and the balance between art and life. Free for students & Pence Members; $10 at the door for non-Members. 2p—3:30p. $0—10

Free – $10
January 10, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Author Talk: Sasha Abramsky

The Avid Reader Bookstore 617 2nd St., Davis

THE AVID READER BOOKSTORE. Join us to hear from Sasha Abramsky on his new book American Carnage: How Trump, Musk and DOGE butchered the US Government. 6:30p—7:30p. Free

Free
January 14, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Figure Drawing at the Pence

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

PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22

$15 – $22
January 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 11:45 am

Healing Arts One-Time Workshop

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

PENCE GALLERY. This one-time art workshop focuses more broadly on themes related to depression, anxiety, or major life changes. Through the process of art making, participants will have opportunities for discussion, education, and connecting with peers in a safe and supportive space. Registration is required at pencegallery.org. 10a—11:45a. $5—10

$5 – $10
January 17, 2026 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Lama Lodu Rinpoche gives teachings on Calm Abiding and Insight Meditation

Lama Lodu Rinpoche gives teachings on Calm Abiding and Insight Meditation

1111 Anderson Rd 1111 Anderson Rd, Davis, CA, United States

REDWOOD COMMUNITY BUILDING. Everyone is invited to a weekend of public teachings hosted by KDK Sacramento. Lama Lodu Rinpoche will give teachings on Calm Abiding meditation, also known as Shamatha, and Insight meditation, also known as Vipassana. 10a—4p. Free

Free
January 23, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:20 pm

Blade Runner LIVE

Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis Campus

MONDAVI CENTER. Experience Ridley Scott’s multi-Academy Award-nominated cult classic, Blade Runner (2007 Final Cut), on a vast HD screen while Vangelis’ synthesiser-led score is performed by The Avex Ensemble for the first time in-sync with the 1982 motion picture. 7:30p—9:20p. $21.50—79.50

$21.50 – $79.50
January 24, 2026 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm The Science of Honey & Mead Tasting

The Science of Honey & Mead Tasting

The HIVE Tasting Room and Kitchen 1221 Harter Ave, Woodland, CA

THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN, WOODLAND. The California Master Beekeeper Program and The HIVE present a deep dive into varietal honey and mead tasting! Join for one or both days. All proceeds benefit the CA Master Beekeeper Program which provides vital educational resources to beekeepers across the country. Sat. 9a—1p, Sun. 9a—3p. $200—350

$200 – $350
January 24, 2026 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Meals on Wheels presents: Dave Nachmanoff & The Usual Culprits

Winters Opera House 13 Main Street, Winters, C, United States

WINTERS OPERA HOUSE. Enjoy a unique musical presentation, featuring songs by Davis singer/songwriter Dave Nachmanoff, inspired by the people, places, and events in our region. 100% of your ticket purchase will benefit the seniors assisted by Meals on Wheels Yolo County. 5:30p—8p. $40

$40
January 25, 2026 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Books & Dogs Children’s Book Event

The Avid Reader Bookstore 617 2nd St., Davis

THE AVIDE READER BOOKSTORE. Our doggy friends from Canine Companions will join us in the store to celebrate Andy's Tale—a picture book about a puppy discovering his purpose as a service dog. 11a—12p. Free

Free
January 28, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Figure Drawing at the Pence

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

PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. People of all skill levels, ages 18 and up, are welcome and encouraged to join. Register online at pencegallery.org. 6:30p—9p. $15—22

$15 – $22
March 2026
March 6, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Little Shop of Horrors

Little Shop of Horrors

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. The meek floral assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names "Audrey II" - after his coworker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, BLOOD. Over time, though, Seymour discovers Audrey II's out of this world origins and intent towards global domination! Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $22

$22
March 14, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Beetlejuice Jr

Beetlejuice Jr

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium. For ages 10 & up. Fri. 7p—9p; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12

$12
March 15, 2026 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Bohart Museum of Entomology Open House: Eight-Legged Encounters!

Bohart Museum of Entomology (Bohart Museum) 1124 Academic Surge, UC Davis Campus

BOHART MUSEUM OF ENTOMOLOGY. This free, all ages event will be focusing on arachnids, fascinating eight-legged arthropods. Meet arachnid experts, visit the Bohart research collection, make crafts, and have fun learning. 1p—4p. Free

Free
April 2026
April 24, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm Shrek, The Musical

Shrek, The Musical

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Enjoy the magical fairytale of the ogre, Shrek, and follow along his adventure to rescue and win the love of princess Fiona and vanquish Lord Farquaad. For all ages. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $22

$22
May 2026
May 2, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm SpongeBob the Musical, Youth Edition

SpongeBob the Musical, Youth Edition

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world! For ages 5 & up. Fri. 7p—9p.; Sat. & Sun. 2p—4p. $12

$12
May 29, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Mohanad Elshieky

Mohanad Elshieky

Mondavi Center (Mondavi) UC Davis Campus

MONDAVI CENTER. Known for his sharp wit and understated delivery, Libyan-born and New York-based comedian Mohanad Elshieky offers a fresh, incisive take on politics and culture. Praised by The Portland Mercury as “an undisputed genius of comedy,” his work blends smart, pointed humor with thoughtful commentary that leaves a lasting impression. 7:30p—8:30p. $13.50—49.50

$13.50 – $49.50
June 2026
June 26, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm RENT

RENT

Davis Musical Theatre Co. (DMTC) 607 Pena Dr.

DAVIS MUSICAL THEATRE CO. Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice, and living for today. The story follows a year in the life of a group of impoverished young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York's Lower East Side, under the shadow of HIV/AIDS. How these young bohemians negotiate their dreams, loves, and conflicts provides the narrative thread to this groundbreaking musical. For ages 13 & up. Fri. & Sat. 7:30p—10:30p; Sun. 2p—5p. $22

$22