The Dirt

Davis Experienced Jazz Jam
2025-09-24 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Davis Senior Center, 646 A St, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
This jam is for musicians who are proficient on their instrument and have experience playing in jazz jams, ensembles, etc. The Experienced Jazz Jam meets every fourth Wednesday of the month at the Davis Senior Center.

KDRT Suds & Sounds Mixer
2025-09-24 16:00 - 18:00 | Armadillo Music, 207 F St., Davis, CA
Armadillo Music Meet & greet KDRT DJs, volunteers, friends, & fans; pick some vinyl to spin; enjoy a beverage at the Bootleg Bar. Come on downtown the last Wednesday of every month at Armadillo Music — all ages welcome! 4p – 5p. Free

Picnic in the Park! Davis Farmers Market
2025-09-24 16:00 - 20:00 | 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

Mantra Meditation
2025-09-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Davis Community Church (DCC), 412 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Let your worries melt away. Mantras are ancient healing sounds that takes the mind off of the stress of modern day life, and gives us real rest.

We will practice 3 simple techniques that you can continue to practice at home on your own. This includes deep breathing, a technique using beads (Japa meditation), and music (Kirtan).

We will be in the Fireside Room (C Street entrance). Free/ Donations accepted.

Magic the Gathering Weekly Tournament!
2025-09-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Davis Cards & Games, 1790 East 8th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Come and join us for our fun weekly Modern Tournaments.
Bring you deck. Bring your friends and have a wonderful time.

Pub Quiz (Trivia) hosted by Dr. Andy
2025-09-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Sudwerk Brewing Co., 2001 2nd St, Davis, CA, 95618, United States
Sudwerk Trivia is a free, first come-first serve, all-ages event.
Join us for a fun-filled evening of brain-teasing questions and friendly competition at Sudwerk’s Pub Quiz every Wednesday from 7-9pm! Put your knowledge to the test and gather your friends for a night of laughter and excitement.
Location: 2001 2nd Street, Davis, CA 95618
You do not have to be 21+ to participate in trivia. There is no drink minimum.

Blue Barn Thrift Store
2025-09-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Blue Barn Thirft Store
YOLO COUNTY LANDFILL. Save money while helping our environment. The Blue Barn has gently used items for sale including furniture, housewares, tools, sporting goods, electronics, gardening equipment, toys, and books. Sales Thursdays & the 3rd Saturday of the month, where all items are half priced. 9a—3p.

Davis Makerspace & Clothing Repair Cafe
2025-09-25 09:30 - 11:30 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Davis Makerspace is a community workspace for makers and builders, designers and inventors. A small assortment of tools will be available for use and staff or volunteers will be on hand to provide some assistance. Supervised children are welcome. Participants must provide a signed liability waiver (available on site). Mondays & Tuesdays, 6p—8p; Thursdays, 9:30a—11:30a; Fridays, 3p—5p.

The Melt Celebrates Davis Grand Opening!
2025-09-25 09:30 - 13:00 | The Melt, 865 Russell Blvd, Suite 110, Davis, C, 95616, United States
The Melt, a restaurant renowned for its ooey gooey cheesy creations, is celebrating its grand opening event in Davis on Thursday, September 25, starting with a ribbon cutting at 9:30 a.m.!
The celebration includes FREE MeltBurgers for the first 100 guests at 10 a.m. and additional giveaways. Join us at 865 Russell Blvd., Suite 110, to experience the world’s MELTIEST burger, golden grilled melts, crispy buttermilk-brined chicken, creamy mac & cheese, skin-on fries and thick hand-spun shakes.

Storytime at Pioneer Park
2025-09-25 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.

English Conversation Group
2025-09-25 13:30 - 15:00 | Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, 315 East 14th Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Join our adult Conversation Group to practice your English in a fun and relaxed way with help from group facilitator. Drop in visitors welcome!
No reservation required. You may request reasonable accommodations 5 days in advance by calling (530) 666-8005. Connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/yolocountylibrary.org.

Line Dance Class at Davis Odd Fellows
2025-09-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Davis Odd Fellows
Absolute beginner to high beginner dances on Thursdays. Free & open to the public. Donations accepted.

Author Talk: Eddie Ahn
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 | The Avid Reader, 617 2nd St.
Welcome to Eddie Ahn’s event at The Avid Reader in Davis (617 2nd St, Davis, CA 95616)! Join us for a talk and Q&A with the artist and author of the national bestseller “Advocate,” as he continues to talk in sold-out events in Sacramento, San Francisco, Seattle, Chicago, and New York. For this event, you can also have your book signed and stamped with special art!
This event will be held in person with snacks provided. Eventbrite ticketholders will be entered for a raffle for original art (must be in person to win) – each individual ticketholder will also receive a free small print or art item (1 item per email address, supplies are limited!).
Eddie Ahn is the cartoonist of the graphic memoir Advocate, published by Penguin Random House in 2024. A nonprofit lawyer for 15+ years, he serves as the executive director of Brightline Defense, an environmental justice nonprofit based in San Francisco. He has also served in AmeriCorps, teaching art and public speaking workshops for elementary students. A self-taught artist, Ahn’s art has been installed on utility boxes across San Francisco. He has been hosted as a Cartoonist-in-Residence by the Charles Schulz Museum and Guest of Honor by SF Zine Fest. His ongoing work can be found on Instagram @ehacomics.

Downtown at Dusk
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00 | G Street
Downtown at Dusk
G Street block

DRC Creatives is producing a bi-monthly block party in collaboration with the Downtown Davis Business Association and sponsored by Club420. Every other Thursday this fall, come hang out on G street with live music, art and happy hour discounts.

@downtownatdusk on instagram

TEXT “DOWNTOWN” TO (530) 298-8714

No Brain Drain Trivia
2025-09-25 18:30 - 19:30 | 1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, Davis, CA 95616, 1260 Lake Blvd, Ste 121, davis, CA, 95616, United States
Hosted by Preacher.
Trivia+Comedy+Game Show = A Real Good Time
