DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this 3-part Wizarding Workshop series, wizards of all ages will use their magical abilities to practice their craft! Supplies will be provided to create items every wizard should have in their possession. Register for a single workshop or all three in the series! (Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a supervising adult.) 5:30p—6:30p. $40
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Kids will mix red, blue, yellow, and white Model Magic clay to create their own unique 3D art pieces. With plenty of examples for inspiration and the freedom to make whatever they imagine, it's a fun intro to color theory and sculpture! For ages 6—12. 5:30p—6:30p. $35
PENCE GALLERY. Call for artists! You are invited to submit artwork that captures the connection between clothing and one’s personal identity and/or culture. You can explore this open-ended theme through various media and subject matter. Work will be selected for a new group exhibit, titled Worn, from Jan. 9—Feb. 8, 2026. Submissions are due by December 1, 2025. Free to apply
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Kids will mix red, blue, yellow, and white Model Magic clay to create their own unique 3D art pieces. With plenty of examples for inspiration and the freedom to make whatever they imagine, it's a fun intro to color theory and sculpture! For ages 6—12. 3:30p—4:30p. $35
PENCE GALLERY. Raquel Cox is an oil painter whose recent work celebrates the beauty of nature and the way it lifts the human spirit. Painting mainly from life, Raquel portrays a wide variety of subjects but is particularly fascinated with observing the structure, delicacy, vibrancy, and impermanence of flowers. She views her work as a delicate balance between portraying nature truthfully and trying to capture the beauty and poetry that she finds in each subject. 11:30a—5p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. 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 in advance through pencegallery.org. The workshop is on Fridays from Sep. 19—Oct. 24. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
PENCE GALLERY. In this 2-day workshop, follow David Lobenberg step-by-step to create luscious, eye-engaging watercolor creations of mama and baby scenes of pandas and flamingos. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—2:30p. $225—250
DIXON MAY FAIRGROUNDS. The 39th annual Lambtown Festival is a two-day celebration of sheep, lamb, and wool, where you can find enthusiastic instructors, demonstrators, and vendors ready to sing the praises of their favorite ruminant. To order your tickets, view the schedule, reserve a campsite, or register for workshops and competitions, visit lambtown.org. Sat. 9a—6p & Sun. 9a—4p. $5—25
DIXON MAY FAIRGROUNDS. The 39th annual Lambtown Festival is a two-day celebration of sheep, lamb, and wool, where you can find enthusiastic instructors, demonstrators, and vendors ready to sing the praises of their favorite ruminant. To order your tickets, view the schedule, reserve a campsite, or register for workshops and competitions, visit lambtown.org. Sat. 9a—6p & Sun. 9a—4p. $5—25
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Get ready for spooky season with a fun morning of crafting your very own cemetarium! These graveyard and haunted house-inspired terrariums are sure to be a frightfully fun addition to your Halloween decor. Bring your spooky creativity and toil away with us in the Community Art Studio. Join us...if you dare! For all ages. 10a—12p. $40
PENCE GALLERY. View the artistry of regional artists who alter and incorporate vinyl records as a creative material into their artwork. The Pence exhibit includes many returning artists, a selection of award-winning community college students, and several new artists, who bring inventive adaptations of vinyl, paint, and interactive elements into their two-dimensional and three-dimensional work. 11:30a—5p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this fun, food-inspired ceramic workshop, students will create realistic-looking desserts out of clay. This multi-day workshop allows participants to sculpt their sweet treats during the first session on Oct. 7 and return to glaze them on Oct. 14. For all ages. 5:30p—7:30p. $85
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this 3-part Wizarding Workshop series, wizards of all ages will use their magical abilities to practice their craft! Supplies will be provided to create items every wizard should have in their possession. Register for a single workshop or all three in the series! (Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a supervising adult.) 5:30p—6:30p. $40
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! 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
DOWNTOWN DAVIS. Visit 10+ participating venues along the artwalk! Check out art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more in Downtown Davis & beyond. This is a great free event to enjoy with friends and family each month. 5p—9p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. 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 in advance through pencegallery.org. The workshop is on Fridays from Sep. 19—Oct. 24. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
PAMELA TROKANSKI DANCE WORKSHOP. Join us for this free family-friendly multi-media art event! View works by local artists, watch dance performances, learn the The Monster Mash dance, participate in an art activity, and more. 5:30p—7:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. Join us for our 2nd Friday ArtAbout reception and enjoy browsing all of our new art exhibits, complimentary wine, and an art-themed scavenger hunt. View Robert Ortbal: Encounters, A New Spin on Vinyl, Raquel Cox: Beauty, Seen and Felt, and Marlene Lee: Surrounding Landscapes. 6p—9p. Free
DELTA OF VENUS. Katerina Hanks presents eerie, hyper-detailed dreamscapes in a range of mediums. The show explores longing, time travel, double binds, and dogs at the discotheque. Live DJs throughout the night, beverages and snacks available for purchase. 6p—9p. Free
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this 3-part Wizarding Workshop series, wizards of all ages will use their magical abilities to practice their craft! Supplies will be provided to create items every wizard should have in their possession. Register for a single workshop or all three in the series! (Children 7 and under must be accompanied by a supervising adult.) 5:30p—6:30p. $40
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. In this fun, food-inspired ceramic workshop, students will create realistic-looking desserts out of clay. This multi-day workshop allows participants to sculpt their sweet treats during the first session on Oct. 7 and return to glaze them on Oct. 14. For all ages. 5:30p—7:30p. $85
DAVIS SENIOR CENTER. This month's Photography Club of Davis meeting will feature guest speaker Michele McCormick, who will present Avian Imagery—A Passion for Birds. 7p—8:30p. Free
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. 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 in advance through pencegallery.org. The workshop is on Fridays from Sep. 19—Oct. 24. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Dust off your painting cobwebs and bring them to Davis Arts Center, because it is time for a Paint and Spook party! Follow along with the instructor for a ghostly tutorial, or free paint your own ghoulish creation. Either way, it's sure to be a scream! For ages 18+. 6:30p—8p. $35
PENCE GALLERY. Join us for an Artist Talk with Robert Ortbal in conjunction with his current solo exhibition, Encounters. He will lead a dialogue about the work on display, sharing images and videos highlighting the evolution and development of his previous work. This event is free for Members & students, and $10 for Non-Members at the door. 3p—4:30p. $0—10
PENCE GALLERY. Through value studies, students will learn how to simplify complex subjects, organize a composition, establish strong lighting, and create a solid foundation for a full-color painting. Participants will paint a new subject each week, along with a corresponding value study. Participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing and watercolor painting. On Tuesdays from Oct. 21—Nov. 4. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $98—108
PENCE GALLERY. This group is for both experienced artists and amateurs to have an opportunity to draw from the nude model. If you have never drawn from a live model before and would like to join us, you are very welcome! 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
PENCE GALLERY. The Pence’s 6-session Healing Arts workshop uses art as a healing language for those experiencing grief from the loss of a loved one. 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 in advance through pencegallery.org. The workshop is on Fridays from Sep. 19—Oct. 24. 10a—11:45a. $25—35
THE BARN GALLERY, WOODLAND. We welcome you to support the creative expressions of local artists and delight in exhibitions, demonstrations, live music from Roadhouse 5, and an artisan market. Also enjoy gourmet food tastings from notable local farms and restaurants, along with the best of Yolo County wine, beer, and spirits. 2p—6p. $0—350
DAVIS ARTS CENTER. Visit the Art Café every second and fourth Sunday to enjoy a cozy morning crafting with a complimentary warm beverage! Create at your own pace using provided materials, or bring your own (no hazardous or materials with strong orders). For adults and teens, ages 13+. 10a—12p. $10
PENCE GALLERY. Celebrate spooky season with the perfect pumpkin art project! Start with mixing your own pumpkin spice salt dough. Then sculpt and decorate a pumpkin bowl using clay tools, textured surfaces, and more. Art in Action engages kids in art projects that are fun, creative, and collaborative with their family members. This is a drop-in program, for ages 5-12, with no registration required. 1p—3p. $5—10
PENCE GALLERY. Through value studies, students will learn how to simplify complex subjects, organize a composition, establish strong lighting, and create a solid foundation for a full-color painting. Participants will paint a new subject each week, along with a corresponding value study. Participants should be familiar with the basics of drawing and watercolor painting. On Tuesdays from Oct. 21—Nov. 4. Register at pencegallery.org. 10a—12p. $98—108