DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Wheel & Wine is a single evening workshop designed for fun, creativity, and exploring clay! Perfect for both beginners and those with prior wheel throwing experience. Enjoy a relaxed and social evening learning the basics of wheel throwing. Age 21+. 6p—8:30p. $50
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
VARIOUS LOCATIONS, YOLO COUNTY. Join us as we welcome spring during a weekend-long celebration of everything that makes Yolo County unforgettable. Explore the area’s top destinations, shops, experiences, and more during YoloFest!
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence Gallery, a unique nonprofit art gallery highlighting local & regional artists, is participating in the county-wide Yolo Fest this spring. View three spectacular exhibits at our free admission gallery, complete an art-themed scavenger hunt on Sat.-Sun. for the chance to win a prize, and take a printmaking class on Sunday (for all ages, $5-10 fee). 11:30a—5p. $0—10
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for an intimate Barrel Tasting & Tour, where you’ll sip, stroll, and sneak behind the scenes at Great Bear Vineyards. This rare experience includes a guided flight of five wines, with select tastes straight from the barrel. 4p—5p. $35
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for Friday-Fest, featuring live jazz from the Potential Jazz Ensemble and fresh, wood-fired pizza from Italian Brother’s Pizza. Your ticket includes a glass of wine and live music. 5p—8p. $15
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. Enjoy Red’s Blues' warm, roots rich blend of traditional blues, Americana, and West Coast groove. The band delivers soulful, story driven performances steeped in authenticity and blues tradition. 7p—9:30p. $0—20
THE HIVE TASTING ROOM AND KITCHEN, WOODLAND. Enjoy a series of free events and live music celebrating the bounty of Yolo County! 10:30a—5p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for a fun, hands-on Vegan Tapas Cooking Class where bold Spanish flavors meet creative plant-based cooking. Led by the amazing Chef Maggie, founder of V-Karma, this interactive class will have you chopping, blending, tasting, and sipping wine while learning skills you’ll actually use at home. 11a—1:30p. $65
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Your ticket includes a glass of wine plus a hearty spread of British, German, and local artisan sausages, served with rustic bread, sauerkraut, fried onions, and specialty mustards. We’ll have beef, pork, and vegan options, so everyone can dig in. 12p—5p. $45
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Enjoy an elegant, immersive dining experience featuring a six-course, chef-crafted menu, each dish thoughtfully paired with our estate-grown wines. Tickets required. 6p—8:30p. $78—120
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