Davis Farmers Market - Every Saturday from 8am - 1pm
2026-07-04 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-11 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-18 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-25 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-01 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-08 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-22 08:00 - 13:00 UTC and 2 more dates | Central Park, 301 C St., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Experience the heart and soul of Davis every Saturday at the Davis Farmers Market in Central Park!
🗓 Every Saturday⏰ 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM📍 Central Park, Davis
Shop fresh from the source with local farmers and vendors offering:
🥕 Fresh, seasonal produce🌻 Farm products🛍 Handmade crafts🥖 Fresh-baked goods☕ Coffee and hot food
Whether you’re stocking up on locally grown ingredients, enjoying breakfast in the park, or simply soaking in the vibrant community atmosphere, the Davis Farmers Market is a beloved weekly tradition for all ages.
Bring your family, support local growers and makers, and enjoy the bounty of our fertile region every Saturday!

City of Davis 4th of July Celebration
2026-07-04 16:00 - 22:00 UTC | Community Park, 203 E 14th St, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Celebrate Independence Day with an evening of family fun, live music, community activities, and a spectacular fireworks show at Community Park!
🗓 Saturday, July 4, 2026⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM📍 Community Park – 203 E. 14th Street, Davis
Free Admission
Event Highlights
Starting at 4:00 PM – Snacks and treats available for purchase from local nonprofit groups
4:00–8:00 PM – Free Game Zone hosted by Discovery Christian Church5:00–8:00 PM – Kids Market featuring young local entrepreneursLive Music

6:30 PM – Rainbow City Park

8:00 PM – RonKat Spearman’s Katdelic

🎆 9:35 PM – Fireworks Show
Pack a picnic blanket, bring plenty of water and sunscreen, and enjoy a memorable evening with friends, family, and neighbors. Attendees are encouraged to walk or bike to the event, as parking will be limited.
Mayor Donna Neville invites the community to come together to celebrate “the spirit of independence, inclusion, and service that defines Davis.”
⚠️ Please remember that this community fireworks display is the only legal fireworks event within Davis city limits.
For more information, visit: City of Davis July 4 Celebration
🎇 Celebrate community, enjoy local entertainment, and cap off the evening with a dazzling fireworks display!

Davis Soccer Fest - Round of 16 Watch Party
2026-07-06 15:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
The excitement continues as Team USA takes on Belgium in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16! Join the community for another Davis Soccer Fest pre-game party and cheer on Team USA.
🗓 Monday, July 6, 2026⏰ Pre-Game Party: 3:30 PM⚽ Kickoff: 5:00 PM📍 G Street & 3rd Street, Downtown Davis🎟 Free & Open to All
Bring your family and friends for an afternoon of World Cup excitement featuring:
🎉 Family-friendly activities🎵 Music and entertainment🎁 Special prizes and giveaways⚽ Watch the match on the big screen🍔 Food and drinks from Downtown Davis restaurants and businesses
Wear your red, white, and blue and help cheer Team USA as they battle Belgium for a spot in the World Cup Quarterfinals!
🌎 One Game. One Community. One Davis.

Picnic in the Park at Davis Farmers Market – Wednesday Evenings (50th Anniversary Year)
2026-07-08 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-15 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-22 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-29 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-05 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-12 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-19 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-26 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 2 more dates | Central Park, 301 C St., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
The beloved Picnic in the Park season is back at the Davis Farmers Market starting Wednesday, April 1, 2026!
Every Wednesday evening through August 26, the market expands to 4:00 – 8:00 PM, turning Central Park into the perfect spot for a relaxed picnic dinner. Shop fresh produce, artisan goods, and a wide variety of prepared foods from your favorite vendors. Enjoy local craft beer, wine, and brand new this year – mead!
Each week features live music and children’s activities, creating a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. Bring blankets, lawn chairs, and reusable bags. It’s the ideal way to unwind, connect with neighbors, and support local farmers and food makers.
This year is extra special as the Davis Farmers Market celebrates its 50th Anniversary! Don’t miss the big anniversary celebration on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
New in 2026: The Market Memories Cookbook (presale now at davis-farmers-market).
Highlights Include:

Buckhorn Food Truck, The Hotdogger, Dhillon Farm, Davis Bread & Desserts, Greek Table, Kettle Pop & more
Live music every week
Kids’ activities
Local beer, wine & mead

Free to attend – everyone is welcome!

Davis Downtown Board Meeting
2026-07-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-13 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Davis Downtown Board Meeting, Zoom, Davis, CA
Join us on the second Thursday of each month for our Governing Board of Directors meeting. The meeting is open to all interested. Stay up-to-date on business and initiatives related to downtown Davis, and the opportunity to provide public comment will be available.
Meetings are currently held virtually on the Zoom platform from 9:00am to 10:00am. If you are interested in attending, please contact us at info@davisdowntown.com to request a Zoom meeting invitation.
To view, download and/or print Board of Directors meeting agendas or minutes, click on the following link: https://davisdowntown.com/agendas-meeting-information.
Meeting locations and times are subject to change.

2nd Friday ArtAbout – Monthly Downtown Davis Art Walk (Free!)
2026-07-10 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-14 17:00 - 21:00 UTC | CA
Join Davis’s beloved 2nd Friday ArtAbout – a free monthly self-guided artwalk coordinated by the Pence Gallery! Every second Friday, stroll downtown Davis to discover fresh exhibits, opening receptions, live music, hands-on activities, and direct chats with local and regional artists at 10+ galleries, co-ops, and businesses.
Support our vibrant arts scene, uncover unique talent and styles, and soak up the lively energy – ideal for friends, families, dates, or solo adventures. Many venues offer complimentary refreshments like wine and snacks.
Free – no tickets required!

Runs approximately 5:00–9:00 PM (venue receptions vary—check the monthly guide for specifics).
Grab the printed guide (with map & details) the week of at the Pence Gallery or participating spots, or download it at pencegallery.org/events/artabout/.

Interested in hosting as a venue, artist, or business? Visit https://pencegallery.org/events/artabout/ to fill out the corresponding forms. Please submit events 3 weeks in advance via the form on the site to be included in the guide and promotions.
Stay in the loop: facebook.com/davisartabout
Come celebrate local creativity downtown – see you on the next second Friday! 🎨✨

2nd Friday ArtAbout – July Receptions
2026-07-10 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Experience Downtown Davis through art during the monthly 2nd Friday ArtAbout! This free, self-guided art walk invites you to explore local galleries, businesses, and creative spaces featuring new exhibitions, artist receptions, live music, and more.
🗓 Friday, July 10⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM (venue hours vary)📍 Downtown Davis
Featured Stops
Visit 10+ participating venues throughout Downtown Davis for art receptions, pop-ups, open studios, live music, and more.
🖼 The Paint Chip (5:00–6:00 PM)Explore local artist Jessica Bergler’s vibrant exhibit featuring natural landscapes inspired by local colors and brilliant lighting. Meet the artist during her reception.
🎭 Pamela Trokel Dance Workshop (5:30–7:30 PM)Enjoy an immersive evening of visual art and dance with live performances, artist interactions, and hands-on creative activities.
🎨 Logos Books (6:00–8:00 PM)Meet artist Lorie Topinka at the reception for her watercolor paintings in Whimsy: Chickens of the 5th Street Community Garden and Friends.
🖼 Pence Gallery (6:00–9:00 PM)View several new exhibitions, enjoy complimentary wine, and take part in an art-themed scavenger hunt during the opening reception. Current exhibits include Slice: A Juried Exhibit of Regional Art, Mithril Vision: Earth Stars, Exhibit It! A Community Art Exhibit, and David Burkhart: Day Trip.
✨ Admission is free, and many venues offer complimentary refreshments. Whether you’re an art enthusiast or simply looking for a fun evening downtown, ArtAbout is the perfect way to celebrate Davis’ vibrant creative community.

Davis Soccer Fest - FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party
2026-07-19 10:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
The world’s biggest sporting event comes to an unforgettable finish! Join the Davis community for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final as Davis Soccer Fest wraps up its Community Pre-Game Party Series with one last celebration.
🗓 Sunday, July 19, 2026⏰ Pre-Game Party: 10:30 AM⚽ Kickoff: 12:00 PM📍 G Street & 3rd Street, Downtown Davis🎟 Free & Open to All
Gather with fellow soccer fans to experience the excitement of the World Cup Final on the big screen while enjoying a festive morning downtown!
Event Highlights
🎯 Soccer darts🎲 Prize wheel giveaways🎵 Live DJ on G Street🏆 Raffle prizes & special giveaways⚽ Community watch party🍕 Food and drinks from Downtown Davis businesses
Whether you’ve followed every match or are just joining the excitement for the championship, this is the perfect way to celebrate the conclusion of an incredible World Cup with friends, family, and fellow fans.
A special thank you to our sponsors:
⭐ Astound Broadband – Signature Sponsor🍕 Woodstock’s Pizza🍺 Three Mile Brewing Co.🍜 Sophia’s Thai Kitchen
And our community partners:
🚲 Davis Downtown Business Association🏛 Davis Chamber of Commerce⚽ Davis Community Soccer🛡 Davis Legacy Soccer Club
Don’t miss the final match of the tournament and the grand finale of Davis Soccer Fest. We’ll see you on G Street for one last celebration!

The Wisdom of the Odyssey with Phil Cousineau - Book Talk & Signing
2026-07-19 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Varsity Theatre, 616 Second Street, Davis, CA, 95616
Join The Wardrobe, in partnership with Avid Reader Bookstore and The Varsity Theatre, for a special afternoon with acclaimed author, filmmaker, and storyteller Phil Cousineau as he discusses his newest book, The Wisdom of the Odyssey.
Timed with the opening weekend of Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated film inspired by Homer’s epic, this engaging conversation explores the deeper wisdom and timeless themes of The Odyssey: the journey that changes everything.
🗓 Sunday, July 19, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM📍 Varsity Theatre616 Second Street, Davis, CA🎟 Free Admission
Following the talk, Phil Cousineau will be available for a book signing, with books available for purchase from Avid Reader Bookstore.
Author of more than 40 books – including The Art of Pilgrimage and The Hero’s Journey: Joseph Campbell on His Life and Work. Cousineau is an internationally recognized writer, teacher, filmmaker, and cultural historian whose work explores mythology, creativity, and the human experience.
This event marks the first-ever book talk at the Varsity Theatre, making it a memorable opportunity to experience literature in one of Davis’ most iconic venues. With seating limited to 300 guests, early arrival is encouraged.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of The Odyssey, excited to see Christopher Nolan’s new film, or simply looking for an inspiring afternoon of storytelling and conversation, this free community event is not to be missed.

Bistro Nights at Upper Crust Baking Co.
2026-08-14 16:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Upper Crust, 634 G St., Davis, CA, 95616, United States
Unwind your Fridays with Bistro Night at Upper Crust Baking Co., happening weekly all summer and fall!
🗓 Every Friday (Starting April 24)⏰ 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM📍 Upper Crust Patio
Enjoy a relaxing evening featuring:• Charcuterie boards• Cheese boards• Pâté boards• Local beer & wine
Grab some friends, sip, snack, and enjoy a perfect patio night 🍷🧀
