Upcoming Events
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Loralee Christensen Live!
Get ready for an unforgettable night as Loralee Christensen brings her powerhouse vocals, soulful expression, and magnetic stage presence back to Thursday Night Live!
From jazz and blues to soulful pop favorites, Loralee’s dynamic set will light up the room and deliver the perfect blend of artistry, charm, and holiday-season energy.
GVRD's Snow Many Toys Giveaway!
Join us for our annual Toy Giveaway event, where spreading holiday cheer is our mission! Receive a gift for every child by pre-registered event. Children must be present to receive their toy (no exchanges allowed). Registration required.
Festival of Lights @ Children's Wonderland
Come celebrate the season with nights of fun at Children's Winter Wonderland! We'll have the park open Friday through Sunday in the evenings (except, Dec 24 & 25), bring your family down to check out the lights!
Live Music Friday: Richard March
Singer, songwriter, and story teller, March is a breezy roots-based musician based out of California.
The Vinyl Den
Step into our monthly listening lounge where music lovers gather to share their favorite records and the stories behind them. Each session, members bring albums that have shaped their lives, sparked memories, or simply sound extraordinary when shared in good company.
The Ultimate Sade Tribute - Sade of the Bay
Award-winning vocalist Ariel Marin—“Sade of the Bay”—leads a lush tribute to Sade’s timeless catalog, featuring Juan Escovedo and multi-platinum MC Hammer producer James “Jae-E” Earley.
Winter Jam @ Sonoma Raceway
Winter Jam, Northern California's biggest drifting event, returns on December 20-21, 2025!
This thrilling event will take over various locations around Sonoma Raceway, including courses in the main paddock, Turns 2-4, Turn 7, the Esses at Turn 8, and the hairpin at Turn 11 of the road course.
With courses for every skill level, it's the perfect opportunity for beginners to gain experience and for professionals to unleash the full power of their 1000hp machines.
Brunch with Santa @ Jelly Belly
Join Mr. Jelly Belly and friends for a delicious brunch and lots of fun with Santa Claus!
By reservation only. Spaces are limited.
Vallejo Jazz Jam Session
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
Santa Holiday Tea & Tunes
Escape the hustle of the holiday rush and step into a timeless winter wonderland. Join us for an exclusive afternoon that harmonizes the elegance of high tea with the pure joy of the Christmas season.
Boys & Girls Empowerment Group's 2nd Annual Toy Giveaway
Dozens of businesses and organizations are coming together to give away toys and spread holiday joy. Save the date, and help us spread the joy by donating a toy.
Breakfast With Santa
Santa is coming into town early just to have breakfast with us! Join him and enjoy a delicious meal at our annual Breakfast with Santa.
Music at the Chapel Presents: Vallejo Choral Society’s Holiday Concert – Carols and Lullabies
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.
Winter Wonderland Party @ Vallejo Brewing Co
We’re decking the halls with cozy, snow-filled décor, festive tunes, and classic holiday movies to keep the spirit bright. Warm up with our boozy hot chocolate, and a lineup of our freshest brews.
Live Music Saturday: Tori Roze & Johnny Alexander
This is Soul for today: tight, sophisticated, and up-to-date...a winner.
Ron McGee & The Jazz Bridge Group
We are bringing back Ron & JBG to our stage for a night of dancing! This group lights up the stage and the room and we can't wait to be grooving with ya'll again.
Aca-word: Bay Area A Capella
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.
Vallejo’s Drag Brunch @ Bambino’s
Vallejo's Drag Brunch at Bambinos - HOLIDAY EDITION
Come join Vallejo's DRAG Brunch - DECEMBER CELEBRATIONS
Tis the Season to celebrate December CELEBRATIONS at Vallejo's DRAG Brunch!
Are you ready for December DRAG hosted by no other than Sadie C. Sparkles and MissCherrylane. It’s a chance to embrace the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and enjoy a brunch experience like no other. Come on down and be part of this exciting new event that brings drag and queer culture to our community!
Trivia Night with North Bay Trivia
We are excited to bring back North Bay Trivia for an evening of quizzes, questions and prizes! This is for the whole group no matter how young or old so gather your team and come on over for a chance to show off your brain!
NEW! Six Flags WinterFest
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom transforms this holiday season with the all-new WinterFest featuring stunning displays complete with millions of shimmering lights, family activities, live entertainment, holiday-inspired comfort food and beverages, and more. The festivities join the park’s popular collection of world-class rides and animal experiences.
Festival of Lights @ Children's Wonderland
Come celebrate the season with nights of fun at Children's Winter Wonderland! We'll have the park open Friday through Sunday in the evenings (except, Dec 24 & 25), bring your family down to check out the lights!
Live Music Friday: Shelby Ann
Inspired by artists ranging from Johnny Cash to Nirvana, Shelby’s songwriting style blends the angst and energy of 90’s alt-rock/grunge with the sensibility of Americana and roots rock.
Live Music Saturday: Joyce Grant & Company
Vallejo local singer, Joyce Grant returns to the Ferry Taproom with her powerful mix of jazz, blues, and R&B.
HUNKS – The Show
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.
NYE Celebration: Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra featuring Willy Jordan
This New Year’s Eve, get ready to groove, sweat, and celebrate in style as The Anthony Paule Soul Orchestra featuring Willy Jordan takes over The Empress Theatre for a night of horn-driven, heart-stirring rhythm and blues.
Vallejo Gem & Mineral Show
Rock & Gem show with vendors selling lapidary rough, minerals, gems and lapidary equipment & supplies.
Vallejo Gem & Mineral Show
Rock & Gem show with vendors selling lapidary rough, minerals, gems and lapidary equipment & supplies.
Leather Roundup Crafting Class
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
Alvon Johnson and Friends - Holiday Blues
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.
Blackbook Comedy – Family-Friendly Stand-up
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!
2nd Annual Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration
Come downtown for the 2nd Annual Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration. Enjoy holiday food and fun for the whole family.
Entertainment By Jeremy the Juggler - fire eating, fire folding, flaming unicycle fire juggling and more.
Holiday Foods: Hot Latkes, Donuts & Chanukah Cookies.
Free event open to all. Sponsorship available
Presented by: Chabad of Solano County/Napa Valley & City Of Vallejo
The American Canyon High School Chamber Choir Holiday Concert
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.
Mad Hatter Grand Victorian Homes Tour
Mad Hatter Grand Victorian Homes Tour on Sunday, December 14, 2025! A spectacular annual event you won’t want to miss!
Handel’s Sing it Yourself Messiah!
Sing with Maestro Urs Leonhardt Steiner!
A San Francisco tradition for over 30+ years coming to Benicia.
Family Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball
Let's Glow! Come play dodgeball with the family in the new GVRD Sports Gym! Put on something neon, play with family, and get competitive while fully submerged in a cool, glow in the dark ambiance. Come on in! Dodgeballs provided!
Ages 6+
Live Music Saturday: Johnny Mojo
With a foundation in blues, Jonny transcends genres blending in elements of rock, fusion, bluegrass, & jam band styles.
Live Music Saturday: Johnny Mojo
With a foundation in blues, Jonny transcends genres blending in elements of rock, fusion, bluegrass, & jam band styles.
Verismo Opera presents The Capulets and the Montegues
Star-crossed lovers. Bel canto fire. Bellini’s hauntingly beautiful score and tragic masterpiece — I Capuleti e i Montecchi — comes to the Mira Theatre with soaring melodies and intimate drama — presented by Verismo Opera.
NEW! Six Flags WinterFest
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom transforms this holiday season with the all-new WinterFest featuring stunning displays complete with millions of shimmering lights, family activities, live entertainment, holiday-inspired comfort food and beverages, and more. The festivities join the park’s popular collection of world-class rides and animal experiences.
Wine Club Member Holiday Party
You're invited for some holiday cheer to celebrate this special time of year! We'll have great wine, food and entertainment for all to enjoy. Taste through our current wine selection paired with delicious bites, and dance the afternoon away! And we look forward to seeing all the great Holiday Sweaters you've been dying to wear!
How the Grinch Crashed Breakfast
Enjoy a fun-filled morning with arts & crafts, a light breakfast, and a photo opportunity with the Grinch himself!
Haunting Holiday Bizarre Bazaar
The Bizarre Artists Talent Society is hosting a "Haunting Holiday Bizarre Bazaar" during the free coffee tasting at Moschetti Coffee.
Jingle Bell Hop: A Museum Fundraiser with the Death and Taxes Swing Band
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to rock around the Christmas tree! Join us for The Jingle Bell Hop, a swingin’ holiday sock hop featuring live music from the Death and Taxes Swing Band. We’re bringing back the festive spirit of the 1950s with an evening full of music, dinner, dancing, and classic holiday cheer.
Vallejo 2nd Friday Art Walk
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.
Festival of Lights @ Children's Wonderland
Come celebrate the season with nights of fun at Children's Winter Wonderland! We'll have the park open Friday through Sunday in the evenings (except, Dec 24 & 25), bring your family down to check out the lights!
Drawn Together
Drop into our monthly sketching circle where creativity flows and community grows. Each second Friday from 1-3pm, we gather to practice drawing in good company, explore new techniques, and capture the world around us through our unique perspectives.
Alibi Bookshop December Book Club: Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk by Kathleen Rooney
For the last Book Club gathering of 2025, we will be combining the Memoir and regular book club and meeting once -- Thursday, December 11th at 7pm to discuss "Lillian Boxfish Takes a Walk" by Kathleen Rooney. based on the real life poet and ad woman Margaret Fishback, I think it's the perfect choice to end the year!
Revolutionary Witchcraft
Based on Sarah Lyons' transformative book of the same name, we explore the radical roots of witchcraft as community care, self-preservation, and resistance. From kitchen table remedies to protest protection, historical practices to modern applications, we're reclaiming tools that have empowered the marginalized for centuries.
Besom Buddies Broom Making Class
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
Tia Carroll
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.
Alibi Bookshop December LGBTQ+ Book Club: Lay Your Sleeping Head by Michael Nava
Wrapping up the last LGBTQ+ Book Club of 2025, please join us. Lay Your Sleeping Head presents the origin story of a character who, as Garth Greenwell wrote in the New Yorker, is "unlike any other previous protagonist in American noir."
Michael Nava's introduces singular protagonist, gay, Latino criminal defense lawyer, Henry Rios. Winner of six Lambda Literary awards, and a finalist for the 2017 Lambda Literary award in gay mystery.
Monthly Senior Social: Coffee, Pastries, Games & Chats
Enjoy a warm cup of coffee, delicious pastries, and a variety of puzzles and games while meeting new friends. It's a wonderful way to start your day and make new connections in a welcoming environment. Best of all, it’s completely free!
Every 2nd Wednesday of the Month from 9am-10:30am
Ages 55+
FREE
Live Music: The Radishes with Ajar
Join us on Sunday, December 7 at the Townhouse for a Special Madhatter’s Weekend show featuring Bay Area’s The Radishes! Home Team members AJAR are supporting for this free Sunday evening show!
Music at the Chapel: Voena Holiday Concert
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.
2025 Holiday Open House
More details coming soon—but for now, make sure to mark your calendars for our 6th annual Holiday Open House. Join us at our Coal Shed Brewery for a family-friendly, holiday-themed experience featuring live music, kids activities, seasonal specials, and more.
Free Breakfast with Santa
Step into the holiday season with joy, laughter, and a touch of Christmas magic! Troop 31822 invites you and your family to a heartwarming Breakfast with Santa - a special event where memories are made and the spirit of giving shines bright. THIS IS AN EVENT FOR THE WHOLE COMMUNITY.
Parents, please register.
Definitely Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute Band
With a simply magical lighting & video setup and plenty of historically accurate gear, Definitely Dead seamlessly combines the love and unique skill sets of these five extraordinary musicians to create an unforgettable experience for old Heads and new fans alike.

