With a foundation in blues, Jonny transcends genres blending in elements of rock, fusion, bluegrass, & jam band styles.

Vallejo Open Studios is a free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries that takes place during the second weekend in November. Join us for the Artist Reception at the Vallejo Museum on Friday, November 7th.

The world’s longest-running musical comes to downtown Benicia! 

The Fantasticks is a poetic, funny, and heartwarming tale of first love, overprotective parents, and the enigmatic El Gallo—complete with the classic song “Try to Remember.” Intimate staging and lyrical storytelling make this a perfect night out just minutes from Vallejo.

A casual weekly gathering. Hang out and draw together! Bring your own pencils, pens and paper. Limited supplies will be provided. For all ages and all experience levels. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please no ink or paints. The art gallery is open during the Drawing Club. Free, everyone is welcome!

Cosmo & Leslie are a songwriting duo from Napa that play a mix of folk, rock, blues, and country. Their music is rooted in acoustic guitar and vocal harmonies, with occasional percussion, keyboard, and live looping.

Join us for a special Birthday Benefit Concert celebrating the timeless hits of legendary songwriter Cecile Azarcon and beloved Original Pilipino Music (OPM) classics, featuring the Sounds of Manila Band and an all-star lineup of Filipino talent!

The world’s longest-running musical comes to downtown Benicia! 

The Fantasticks is a poetic, funny, and heartwarming tale of first love, overprotective parents, and the enigmatic El Gallo—complete with the classic song “Try to Remember.” Intimate staging and lyrical storytelling make this a perfect night out just minutes from Vallejo.

Join us for Open Mare Island, a special self-guided tour event hosted by the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation. Discover the island's rich history, stunning architecture, and unique stories at your leisure.

The world’s longest-running musical comes to downtown Benicia! 

The Fantasticks is a poetic, funny, and heartwarming tale of first love, overprotective parents, and the enigmatic El Gallo—complete with the classic song “Try to Remember.” Intimate staging and lyrical storytelling make this a perfect night out just minutes from Vallejo.

Murray Bowles was the most influential and beloved photographer of the Bay Area punk scene. For more than four decades he captured the excitement, energy, creativity, and tenderness of a thriving community. "Hail Murray!: The Punk Photography of Murray Bowles, 1982-1995" is a collection of Bowles' classic images shot in basements, warehouses, and nightclubs where people of all ages gathered to celebrate community, featuring hundreds of images of bands such as Green Day, Operation Ivy, Neurosis, Crimpshrine, the Dead Kennedys, MDC, Special Forces, Social Unrest, Spit Boy, Melvins, Gwar, Soundgarden, NOFX, The Offspring and many, many more.

Please join us on Sunday, November 9th at 3pm when we will be hosting Anna Brown, editor of "Hail Murray, and hear her -- and other notable panelists -- discuss the book, the scene, and Murray himself. It's going to be fantastic!

Please join us on Wednesday, October 8th at 5:30 pm for the Alibi LGBTQ+ discussion of Orlando by Virginia Woolf, hosted by Richard May!

Each month we gather to transform humble materials into beautifully crafted brooms that’ll make your everyday cleanup feel like an upgrade. Whether you’re drawn to classic corn brooms, sleek hearth sweepers, or want to design something that’s never been seen before- there’s a spot at the workbench with your name on it.

No prior experience needed! Our crew of makers ranges from first-time crafters to seasoned hands, all sharing the same mission: creating functional art that’s too pretty to hide in the closet and that’ll make sweeping feel like showing off.

Class price: $60

Every 2nd Friday from 5pm-9pm, experience fine arts, music, craft boutiques, galleries, local shops, and the great restaurants of Downtown Vallejo.

The event is a vibrant celebration of local visual and performing arts, with a diverse range of offerings to appeal to all tastes. From jewelry and fashion to sculpture and paintings in oil and watercolor, attendees will have the chance to appreciate a wide array of artistic talent on display.

As always, the Artwalk remains committed to fostering inclusivity and creativity, making it an open and welcoming space for all. Visitors can explore local galleries, street performances, artisan vendors, and live entertainment throughout downtown Vallejo.

Check out the new headquarters at City Arts Gallery - 420 Virginia St.

Free to vend, free to attend.

Get ready to be part of something extraordinary at Arts Benicia's Fun, Festive & Spirited Fall Celebration. There will be Spirit & Wine Tastings by SIPS, non-alcoholic drinks, delicious appetizers from Bella Sienna, and live music by Skillet Licorice trio - hot, sweet, and just a bit greasy! Plus a photo booth, Live and Silent Auctions, and more!

Every ticket purchased for this event helps Arts Benicia achieve its mission to provide cultural and educational enrichment to the community.

Join us live at the Mira Theatre every 3rd Saturday of the month. Vallejo Jazz Jam's mission is to provide a supportive and non-competitive environment for musicians of all levels to explore our rich heritage of jazz standards.

Questions?: Patricia Kutza at pkutza@pacbell.net

A casual weekly gathering. Hang out and draw together! Bring your own pencils, pens and paper. Limited supplies will be provided. For all ages and all experience levels. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please no ink or paints. The art gallery is open during the Drawing Club. Free, everyone is welcome!

Join us for a Miss America Preliminary competition where we crown Miss Vallejo/Tri-City, Miss Napa County & Miss Vallejo/Tri-City's Teen!

Papa Joe & The New Deal, your family band. When you come see their show you are instantly a member of the family. They will entertain you with feel good music that you are sure to recognize and love. They will give you a show that might touch 60 to 80 songs because of their ability to move in and out of songs with the greatest of ease. They will move you with soul, R&B, reggae, old school funk and Latin rock. They will take you from the sixties to today with an effortless passion that might just touch your soul. “Come join the family, we are waiting for you!”

Join Travis Brass, the high energy six-person brass band from the Air Force Band of the Golden West for an hour long show of funk, jazz, pop, second line, and patriotic favorites! The concert will showcase brass spins on popular music from the 70s to present day.

This event is free.

Need a little laughter in your life? Looking to turn that frown upside down? Look no further, we are the place for you!

Guile Mosher is the host with the most as he curates a fresh line up bringing together local comedians all for our pleasure. Grab the family and come on down for your fill on laughter and great food.

Support our local comedians!

From journal covers to keychains, eyeglass cases to wallets, each month brings a new project and a new chance to learn, create, and connect with fellow makers. Our community of crafters ranges from first-timers to seasoned artisans, all sharing tips, tricks, and plenty of encouragement along the way.

Class fee: $70

West Coast guitarist and vocalist GG Amos has been a force in the American blues scene for over 30 years. Known for her soulful originals and fresh takes on classic blues, R&B, and soul jazz, GG brings a distinctive, expressive style to every performance.

A casual weekly gathering. Hang out and draw together! Bring your own pencils, pens and paper. Limited supplies will be provided. For all ages and all experience levels. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please no ink or paints. The art gallery is open during the Drawing Club. Free, everyone is welcome!

Get ready for an afternoon of non-stop hits and timeless classics with Soul'd Out Band! This talented band will take you on a musical journey through the decades with their eclectic mix of genres and styles. From the soulful sounds of Stevie Wonder to the upbeat rhythm of Bruno Mars, they've got something for everyone. Not only that, but they also play all your favorite top 40 hits! Whether you're a fan of pop, rock, hip-hop or R&B, Soul'd Out Band has got you covered.

MIHPF welcomes back the Valley Quartet to St. Peter’s Chapel for an entertaining pre-Thansgiving concert.  

The concert will mix Modern, Tango and Baroque Masterpieces,  finishing with a few Holiday favorites. Included will be two selections  from Gluck’s Opera Orfeo ed Euridice; La Follia, a set of variations based on a baroque theme by Geminiani; selections from Argentinian composer Astor Piazzolla and Quartet Satz by American composer Philip Glass.

A casual weekly gathering. Hang out and draw together! Bring your own pencils, pens and paper. Limited supplies will be provided. For all ages and all experience levels. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please no ink or paints. The art gallery is open during the Drawing Club. Free, everyone is welcome!

The Jelly Belly Visitor Center invites you to our 25th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration!

Kick off the 2025 holiday season with us as Santa lights our 30 foot Christmas Tree.

Followed by more fun with Santa and friends!

Called “the best blues guitarist, singer and songwriter you’ve never heard of” by Tommy Castro, Mighty Mike has spent over 30 years touring and recording with legends like Elvin Bishop, Charlie Musselwhite, Marcia Ball, and Bonnie Raitt.

Every year on the first Saturday of December, Vallejo hosts one of the premier holiday festivals and parades in this corner of California.

Showcasing Vallejo culture, pride, and spirit, this holiday tradition displays art, craftsmanship and creativity. After a day of holiday fun, losing with the lighting of the holiday tree along the Vallejo Waterfront.

This free, inclusive, family-friendly festival features live music, food trucks, vendors and special art exhibitions.

The parade kicks off around 4:30, followed by a tree lighting next to JFK Library and lighted boat parade on the Vallejo waterfront.

Hold your breath as the angelic voices of VOENA take the stage, dressed in full Victorian attire, illuminating the season with a harmony that transcends borders. Step into a world of twinkling lights, gentle wonder, and the warmth of human connection in winter's embrace. This cultural celebration of light invites you to experience the magic of the holidays in a way that brings people together--through song, story, and soul.

A beloved fixture on the California blues scene, Tia has performed for decades and recorded internationally, but her latest release marks her first U.S. studio album—a stunning collection of originals and inspired covers that showcase her extraordinary voice, charisma, and soul.

Each month we gather to transform humble materials into beautifully crafted brooms that’ll make your everyday cleanup feel like an upgrade. Whether you’re drawn to classic corn brooms, sleek hearth sweepers, or want to design something that’s never been seen before- there’s a spot at the workbench with your name on it.

No prior experience needed! Our crew of makers ranges from first-time crafters to seasoned hands, all sharing the same mission: creating functional art that’s too pretty to hide in the closet and that’ll make sweeping feel like showing off.

Class price: $60

Every 2nd Friday from 5pm-9pm, experience fine arts, music, craft boutiques, galleries, local shops, and the great restaurants of Downtown Vallejo.

The event is a vibrant celebration of local visual and performing arts, with a diverse range of offerings to appeal to all tastes. From jewelry and fashion to sculpture and paintings in oil and watercolor, attendees will have the chance to appreciate a wide array of artistic talent on display.

As always, the Artwalk remains committed to fostering inclusivity and creativity, making it an open and welcoming space for all. Visitors can explore local galleries, street performances, artisan vendors, and live entertainment throughout downtown Vallejo.

Check out the new headquarters at City Arts Gallery - 420 Virginia St.

Free to vend, free to attend.

This year’s performance, “A Trip Around the World for the Holidays,” takes audiences on a musical journey across continents, blending beloved holiday classics with international choral gems. From the warmth of familiar carols to vibrant global melodies, the program promises to fill the Chapel with harmony, spirit, and joy.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, laughter, and soul. Guitar slinger, velvet-voiced showman, and crowd igniter Alvon Johnson returns to Vallejo with a handpicked lineup of stellar friends for one evening of blues, swing, classic R&B, and rock ’n’ roll — all in the intimate glow of the Marquee Club.

From journal covers to keychains, eyeglass cases to wallets, each month brings a new project and a new chance to learn, create, and connect with fellow makers. Our community of crafters ranges from first-timers to seasoned artisans, all sharing tips, tricks, and plenty of encouragement along the way.

Class fee: $70

Join Mr. Jelly Belly and friends for a delicious brunch and lots of fun with Santa Claus!

By reservation only. Spaces are limited.

Join us live at the Mira Theatre every 3rd Saturday of the month. Vallejo Jazz Jam's mission is to provide a supportive and non-competitive environment for musicians of all levels to explore our rich heritage of jazz standards.

Questions?: Patricia Kutza at pkutza@pacbell.net

Join us for a joyful afternoon of music and holiday cheer as the Vallejo Choral Society returns to St. Peter’s Chapel! This beloved annual concert features A Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten, a selection of traditional Christmas songs, and Carols and Lullabies: Christmas in the Southwest.

Performing for over 11 years, Aca-word is a group of professional energetic singers based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Originally founded in 2012 Aca-word is a group of singers committed to making and sharing both their music and their friendship.

Get ready for an electrifying evening that promises to be the highlight of your year! The Perfect Girls' Night Out® with HUNKS The Show® is here to bring your squad an unforgettable experience filled with laughter, energy, and the best entertainment in town. Whether it’s a special occasion or just a well-deserved break with your friends, our night is designed to dazzle and delight.