December to Remember 2022

December to Remember 2022 Recap

Participate in our festive December activities and enjoy the holiday season in downtown Davis!

11th Annual Window Decorating Contest + Downtown Festivities

The City of Davis’ Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony was a festive, live event this year. On December 1st, the beloved Candlelight Parade was back for the first time since 2019, beginning at the Davis Food Co-op and ending at E Street Plaza. The City of Davis hosted a number of performances in E Street Plaza all evening long, along with a horse and carriage ride and other family-friendly attractions. It was definitely an evening to remember!

Davis Downtown “unwrapped” the town on December 1st as well.

December 1st to 20th – Window Decorating Contest:

Many downtown businesses went all-out to decorate their storefronts and windows. More than 20 businesses participated in the 11th annual Window Decorating Contest.

December 1st to 20th – Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt:

Elf on the Shelf is the new “Where’s Waldo”! Beloved to children, we joined this renewed fad that has swept the nation. By finding the elf at participating businesses, families found the elves’ secret names and were entered to win great prizes.

December 1st to 20th – Wreath Decorating Contest:

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Brett Lee2024-08-25T09:56:28-07:00November 4th, 2022|

Shop Small Weekend 2022

Small Business Saturday continues to be an annual holiday shopping tradition — just one part of the larger Shop Small Movement that supports small businesses every day, everywhere.

Shopping at a family-owned framing spot or buying handmade jewelry from your favorite small business helps to promote more vibrant communities. That’s why Davis Downtown is proud to back Shop Small Weekend and its business members in downtown Davis.

Visit participating businesses and enter our raffle!

You’ll receive one raffle ticket for every $10 spent (limited to 10 tickets per customer, per business). The grand prize is valued at $500…what are you waiting for? See you downtown!

List of businesses:

Armadillo Music
Avid & Co.
Avid Reader Bookstore
Bella Luna Jewelers
Bohème Clothing & Gifts
Bubble Belly
FIT House
Kumon Math & Reading Center
Lu’Ro Jewelers
Newsbeat
Pence Gallery
Picasso Hair Salon
Pinkadot
Pure Barre
Sharetea
Sole Desire
Stewart Savage Photography
The Growing Groves Plant Shop
The Wardrobe
UCD Store Downtown
Upper Crust Baking
Urban Body Piercing & Tattoo
Vibras Jewelry
Volleys Tennis Shop
Yolo County SPCA

Brett Lee2024-08-26T12:08:44-07:00November 4th, 2022|

Spooktacular 2022

Join us for two FREE events in 2022!

Sunday, 10/30, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm: The DDBA is sponsoring the Zombie Bike Parade which includes THE ZOMBIE MASH! Zombies rise once a year for this very special festival, and they are going to head downtown for the ZOMBIE MASH AFTERPARTY at E Street Plaza (228 E Street), with DJ Duc Jones and fire dancers from Fire University!

That’s right—join the FREE afterparty on October 30th sponsored by the Davis Downtown Business Association! Enjoy the entertainment and check out an amazing variety of food, drink, and dessert options in the vicinity.

Monday, 10/31, 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm: The famous Davis Downtown Treat Trail is back! Princess Pals will also be along the trail passing out treats, so be sure to snap a picture!

* Click here for the Treat Trail Map
* Click here for a list of participating businesses
* Click here for a list of Super Scary Deals

Brett Lee2024-08-26T12:09:48-07:00October 26th, 2022|

Dive Into Downtown Fall 2022

Davis Downtown Has What Students Need!

Experience and Support Your Community!

Have Fun! Be Involved!

Enjoy Your Exclusive UCD Student Discounts & Offers Below

Within walking distance from campus & the arboretum, Davis Downtown provides an abundance of cafes & eateries, book stores, retail, personal care services, and more that will be sure to wow you! Our various events ensure the downtown never sees a dull moment, providing something of interest for everyone. If you’re searching for a cozy corner to study in, or an exciting night out with new friends, Davis Downtown has students covered. On behalf of Davis Downtown’s Board of Directors, staff, & membership, Welcome Aggies!

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Thursdays in The Davisphere

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The event series returns in 2024!

We are proud to be bringing back The Davisphere to downtown Davis in 2024! While initially planning to host several events at multiple venues in 2023, circumstances led us focus on an amazing 2024 series, which will add vibrant energy to our downtown businesses. Stay tuned for future announcements.

The events are free to attend, so be sure to show your support by purchasing great food and beverages and checking out all the creative goods from our retailers. If desired, bring your own chairs and enjoy the live music and entertainment.

Davis Downtown is recruiting sponsors and vendors. Sponsorships would allow the organization to offer multiple Thursdays in The Davisphere events in 2024. For details, email info@davisdowntown.com. If you are an entertainer who would like to perform at an upcoming event, fill out the interest form here.

The Davis Downtown Business Association (Davis Downtown) was pleased to bring evening music, food, and family fun to Central Park with Thursdays in The Davisphere. While the event series has wrapped for 2022, we will be bringing it back in 2023: stay connected with us by following us on social or subscribing to our newsletter. Visit our

Brett Lee2024-08-25T10:47:45-07:00August 19th, 2022|