ANN E. PITZER CENTER. Premieres by UC Davis Graduate student composers. Named as “ambitious” by TimeOut and The New Yorker, the NYC-based BlackBox Ensemble is a collective of contemporary music performers dedicated to exploring the wide-ranging world of the music of our time. 5p—6:15p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. 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 art materials, such as paint, oil pastels, and recycled materials. 5p—7p. Free
GREAT BEAR VINEYARDS. Join us for relaxed conversation, delicious estate wines, and that peaceful vineyard magic you love. Enjoy wine by the glass or bottle, explore a tasting flight, and grab snacks available for purchase. You’re also welcome to bring your own picnic or favorite takeout. 5p—8p. $15
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. EmeryVillains bring their cinematic Western noir sound to Watermelon Music in Davis. Known for their gritty storytelling, haunting harmonies, and pop-art outlaw aesthetic, the band delivers a genre-bending blend of Americana, surf twang, and desert rock. 7p—9:30p. $0—20
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Rainbow City Park starts their CA tour in Davis with friends Field Daze (LA) and Seven Asterisk (Fresno). RCP will be shooting a live music video for their new tune “What’s The Use” slated to come out Spring 2026. 7p—10p. $15
SUDWERK BREWING CO. Rainbow City Park will be filming their live set that will be included in their upcoming music video release. They will be joined by their out of town friends Field Daze (LA) and Seven Asterisk (Fresno). 7p—11p. $12—18
WATERMELON MUSIC, THE MELON BALL. Emery Villains is a great example of a modern band keeping the rockabilly sound alive and fresh for a new generation of fans. They're part of a newer wave of rockabilly bands that are blending traditional sounds with modern energy and style. 7:30p—9:30p. $0—20
MACE RANCH PARK. A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate—it's up to you! 8a—9:30a. Free
BIKE GARAGE, WOODLAND. Volunteer organization with mechanics who will repair your bike! Interested in becoming a volunteer? No experience necessary. We also sell quality used hybrid, town, vintage, road, mountain, and kids bikes. We accept cash, Venmo, and Paypal donations. Sat. 9a—12p. Free
517 RAILROAD AVE, WINTERS. You can beautify your yard and reduce your grocery bills at the Winters Friends of the Library annual Fruit Tree Sale. Also, students from the Winters High School agriculture program will have a wide variety of plants available for purchase. All proceeds benefit the Winters Community Library. 9:30a—12:30p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this 2-day workshop, come learn to make mugs you can't find anywhere else, and turn those pots that came out a little wobbly into works of art! In this wide-ranging survey workshop, students will learn various techniques for incorporating sculptural elements into functional ware to make truly unique work. 10a—12:30p. $85
FOLSOM LAKE. Davis Forest School's all-outdoors preschool/kinder program for 3-6 year olds gives children the opportunity to learn and play in the rhythm of the seasons, while building friendships, resilience, and a deep sense of belonging in nature. Join us for an upcoming Open House, where we’ll welcome new families, walk the land together, and share the heart of our work. RSVP required. 11a—12:30p.
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