Local Events – Yolo County

EVENTS

Known for its charming small towns, fertile farmland, and lively university atmosphere, Yolo County captures the best of Northern California living. From the historic streets of Woodland and the community spirit of Davis to the rolling vineyards of Capay Valley and the scenic wetlands of the Yolo Bypass, this region offers a perfect blend of rural beauty and modern vibrancy. Whether you’re exploring local wineries, enjoying a Saturday at the farmers market, or taking in a concert at the Mondavi Center, Yolo County invites you to experience its authentic, welcoming spirit year-round.

ONGOING EVENTS

Davis Farmers Market
Held bi-monthly at Central Park, Davis, this vibrant market brings together handmade goods, unique vintage finds (25 + years old), up-cycled treasures and supportive local food trucks. What makes it special: it was founded by instructors at the UC Davis Craft Center as the “Square Tomatoes Craft Fair” over 10 years ago, then expanded in 2017 to include vintage items and became the Craft & Vintage Fair.
Sundays 10 am–4 pm (select dates; check site link for complete schedule).

2nd Friday ArtAbout
Downtown Davis
Pence Gallery and The Artery bring to you the return of 2nd Friday ArtAbout, a monthly self guided art walk exploring art installations and receptions at galleries, art co-ops, and businesses in Davis. Discover local and regional talent, new artistic styles, and unique creations while experiencing the vibrancy of downtown. Come out with your friends and loved ones and savor this local experience.

NOVEMBER 2025

1st | 8th Annual Winters Salmon Festival
Rotary Park, Winters — Celebrate the Chinook salmon’s return to Putah Creek with music, demos, and kids’ activities.

2nd | Olive Crush Festival
Séka Hills Olive Mill (Winters) — Fresh-pressed olive oil tastings, tours, and family fun.

2nd | Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Central Park, Davis — Biweekly outdoor makers & vintage market, 10 am–4 pm.

7th–8th | Taproot New Music Festival
UC Davis (Pitzer Center) — Ensemble Dal Niente headlines this biennial festival of new works.

9th | Curtis On Tour: Bernstein, Bruch & Schubert
Mondavi Center — Rising stars from the Curtis Institute in chamber classics (2 pm & 7:30 pm).

18th | An Evening with Malala Yousafzai
Mondavi Center — Conversation with the Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

21st | Moana Live-to-Film Concert
Mondavi Center — Disney’s film with live orchestra, 7:30 pm.

23rd | UC Davis Symphony Orchestra: “Romantic Titans”
Mondavi Center — Big-scale symphonic favorites, 7 pm.

16th | Davis Craft & Vintage Fair
Central Park, Davis — 10 am–4 pm market featuring local makers & vintage.

DECEMBER 2025

5th | Winters Holiday Tree Lighting
Downtown Winters — Kickoff night for the city’s beloved holiday weekend, 6 pm tree lighting.

6th | Winters Holiday Tractor Parade
Downtown Winters — Lighted tractor parade & downtown festivities, 1–9 pm; parade 6 pm.

3rd | MOMIX: Alice
Mondavi Center — Surreal, family-friendly dance inspired by Wonderland, 7:30 pm.

5th | Choruses of UC Davis
Mondavi Center — Annual winter choral showcase, 7 pm.

13th | Anat Cohen Tentet
Mondavi Center — Grammy-nominated jazz clarinetist and tentet, 7:30 pm.

14th | American Bach Soloists & Choir
Mondavi Center — Baroque favorites for the season, 2 pm.

13th | Woodland Holiday Parade on Main
Downtown Woodland — 58th annual community parade, 4–6 pm.

14th | Davis Christmas Craft & Vintage Fair
Central Park, Davis — Holiday edition of the makers & vintage market, 10 am–4 pm.

JANUARY 2026

18th | Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Mondavi Center — The legendary CSO in Jackson Hall, 2 pm.

23rd | Blade Runner LIVE
Mondavi Center — Ridley Scott’s classic with live score, 7:30 pm.

31st | Malpaso Dance Company
Mondavi Center — Contemporary Cuban dance sensation, 7:30 pm.

FEBRUARY 2026

6th–7th | Okaidja Afroso Ensemble
Mondavi Center — West African rhythms and storytelling.

12th–14th | Ekep Nkwelle
Mondavi Center — Rising-star jazz vocalist in residence.

22nd | Barbara K. Jackson Rising Stars of Opera
Mondavi Center — Young opera talents with orchestra, 2 pm.

25th | Ndlovu Youth Choir
Mondavi Center — Viral South African choir, 7:30 pm.

27th–28th | Alsarah & The Nubatones + Academy of St Martin in the Fields (Feb 28)
Mondavi Center — Nubian retro-pop (Feb 27–28) and world-class chamber orchestra (Feb 28, 7:30 pm).

MARCH 2026

5th | Sphinx Virtuosi with Randall Goosby, violin
Mondavi Center — Acclaimed chamber orchestra championing diversity in classical music, 7:30 pm.

8th | Ivalas Quartet
Mondavi Center — Award-winning string quartet in recital.

10th | Javier Zamora
Mondavi Center — Best-selling author of Solito in conversation, 7:30 pm.

14th | San Francisco Symphony
Mondavi Center — Daniele Rustioni conducts, 7:30 pm.

20th | Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: Celtic Allstars
Mondavi Center — Joyous fiddle fireworks, 7:30 pm.

APRIL 2026

14th–15th | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Mondavi Center — The iconic American company returns to Jackson Hall.

16th | Coltrane 100: Both Directions at Once
Mondavi Center — Tribute concert honoring John Coltrane at 100, 7:30 pm.

19th | Attacca Quartet
Mondavi Center — Grammy-winning quartet performs new and classic works.

23rd–25th | Håkon Kornstad
Mondavi Center — Saxophone virtuoso blends jazz and opera.

25th | California Duck Days
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area (Davis) — Family-friendly wetland festival, 9 am–4 pm.

26th–27th | Spring Wine Ramble
Across Yolo County Wine Country — BOGO flight weekend at 10+ wineries.

*Events subject to change

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