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Friends and group outings in California: 431 listings in 33 counties. Escape rooms, bowling, trivia nights and other group activities. Details can change. Check with the venue before you go. This is page 3 of 3, with 8 counties and 122 listings.
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Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Helen Sung – Oracles Quartet (opens in new tab)
Pianist Helen Sung's Oracles Quartet at Kuumbwa Jazz, Santa Cruz's nonprofit jazz venue.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Fireside Community Room, Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066Map of Aging Well In Santa Cruz (opens in new tab)
Jane and Gillian from Lumiity Care give a practical talk for adult children caring for aging parents, covering care options and local resources in Santa Cruz County. Registration encouraged, walk-ins welcome.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Aptos Branch Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003Map of Basic Composting @ Aptos (opens in new tab)
A workshop on the general principles of composting with Master Composters, with plenty of time for questions. Registration is limited to 25; sign up online or call 831-824-6484.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Capitola Branch Library, 2005 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA 95010Map of But First, Food (opens in new tab)
Calling all foodies: author Katya Lezin presents But First, Food, her recipe-filled memoir. Light refreshments provided; books available for purchase and signing.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066Map of Creating Your Legacy Through Photo Preservation (opens in new tab)
Lisa Krigsman shares how to gather, curate and preserve your photo collection so family stories can be passed on. Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Main Lot, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Hot Rods at the Beach (opens in new tab)
Hundreds of hot rods, street rods, vintage, muscle, custom and classic cars in the Boardwalk Main Lot.
Section: Friends and groupsfestivalWhere: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Santa Cruz Sea Glass & Ocean Art Festival (opens in new tab)
Over 60 booths of sea glass jewelry and ocean art, plus tips on collecting sea glass, a full bar and food. The event supports ocean conservation.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Pierre Bensusan – The Infinite Guitar at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
French acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist and composer Pierre Bensusan, nicknamed "Mister DADGAD", plays Kuumbwa; the bar and café will be open.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Aptos Branch Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003Map of Meet the Young Female Innovators of the Invention Convention (opens in new tab)
Local students from the California Invention Convention share how they turn everyday problems into inventions, with Executive Director Brenda Payne. Free.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Mountainfilm on Tour Santa Cruz at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Adventure and culture documentary shorts curated from Mountainfilm in Telluride, supporting Second Harvest Food Bank. Some films contain adult language.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Branciforte Branch Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Taking Quilts from the Bed to the Wall: Nana Montgomery (opens in new tab)
Santa Cruz artist Nana Montgomery on more than 50 years of quilting, from traditional quilts to mixed-media art for the wall, including work featured on HGTV's Simply Quilts.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Scotts Valley Branch Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066Map of Trees, Trunks, and Textures (opens in new tab)
Carolyn Fitz leads an adults-only session sketching with a ragged tree twig dipped in ink. Materials provided; registration required.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA 95018Map of Winter Sowing Native Plants with Raven Ridge Homestead (opens in new tab)
Raven Ridge Homestead walks through winter sowing native plants and perennials step by step: simple containers, no grow lights, and which seeds to start when. Free.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of The California Honeydrops at the Catalyst (opens in new tab)
The California Honeydrops' Sweet Like That Tour at the Catalyst. Ages 16 and up.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Las Migas at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
Las Migas, the Spanish band nominated four times for the Latin GRAMMY for Best Flamenco Album and twice a winner, play Kuumbwa.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Betty Leonard Community Room, Aptos Branch Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003Map of 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's (opens in new tab)
Learn the difference between normal aging and Alzheimer's, common warning signs, the benefits of early diagnosis, and Alzheimer's Association resources.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA 95018Map of Mushrooms that Come up After the First Rains (opens in new tab)
Phil Carpenter, Fungus Federation science advisor for more than 20 years, introduces common coastal Santa Cruz County mushrooms that appear after the first rains, and what should and should not be picked.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Branciforte Branch Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Mushrooms: Wonders of the Woods! (opens in new tab)
An interactive hour with Carrie Staller of Fork in the Path: identify mushrooms, learn the edibles from the poisonous, and touch and smell specimens (bring your own, too).
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Betty Leonard Community Room, Aptos Branch Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003Map of Friends of the Aptos Library Booksale (opens in new tab)
A fundraising booksale at Aptos Library; every purchase supports the local library.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Yala Lati, Melanie DeMore & Women Rise Choir at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Yala Lati's 21st annual concert, directed by Heather Houston, with the 80-voice Women Rise Choir and special guest vocalist Melanie DeMore.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of John Craigie: Keep It Warm 2026 Tour with Lucy Clearwater at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Songwriter John Craigie, touring his album I Swam Here, with special guest Lucy Clearwater.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Winter Wonderland at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk (opens in new tab)
Free holiday admission to the Boardwalk: a tunnel of lights, festive decor, free light shows every 15 minutes from 5 to 8pm in the Main Plaza, photos with Santa and 10-15 rides (weather permitting), with $2 rides after 5pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 1011 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Jackie Greene at the Catalyst (opens in new tab)
Singer-songwriter Jackie Greene live at the Catalyst.
Section: Friends and groupscomedyWhere: Rio Theatre, 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Sandra Bernhard: Caught Off Guard Tour at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Sandra Bernhard brings her Caught Off Guard tour to the Rio, guiding the audience through "these treacherous times" with "a groove, beat and style you've become accustomed to."
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Benny Green at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
Pianist Benny Green, who grew up in Berkeley and whom Oscar Peterson named as his protégé in 1992, plays Kuumbwa; he has focused on solo piano performance since 2020.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Aptos Branch Library, 7695 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003Map of Living in the Big House: Stories from Mangels Ranch (opens in new tab)
Stories of Mangels Ranch, a redwood retreat along Aptos Creek since the 1880s, and its 18-room Victorian "Big House" built in 1887.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of The Bad Plus – Farewell Tour at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
The Bad Plus play Kuumbwa on their Farewell Tour, the band's final performances, celebrating twenty-six years of musical collaboration.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Branciforte Branch Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Good Life, Good Death Cafe (opens in new tab)
A free monthly community gathering, modeled after the Death Cafe movement, led by end-of-life educator and death doula Jessica Lee, RN, CHPN, with informal conversation about aging, caregiving and living a meaningful life.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Isaiah J. Thompson – A Guaraldi Holiday at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
Juilliard-trained pianist Isaiah J. Thompson, a member of the John Pizzarelli Trio since 2019, plays A Guaraldi Holiday: a program celebrating the beloved holiday compositions of Vince Guaraldi.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Community Room, Branciforte Branch Library, 230 Gault Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Community Poetry Circle With Magdalena Montagne (opens in new tab)
Write a poem in a supportive, creative circle led by facilitator Magdalena Montagne. No experience necessary.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Spanish Harlem Orchestra – Salsa Navidad (7:00 pm show) at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
The three-time GRAMMY-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra brings Salsa Navidad to Kuumbwa; a second show follows at 9:00 pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Jonathan Richman at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Jonathan Richman live on stage, with Tommy Larkins on drums.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: La Selva Beach Branch Library, 316 Estrella Avenue, La Selva Beach, CA 95076Map of Jewelry Redesign Workshop with Julia Townsend (opens in new tab)
Local artist Julia Townsend leads a 3-hour hands-on jewelry redesign workshop: bring a few pieces from home and leave with a couple of unique new ones. Tools provided; registration required.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 1205 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Map of Victor Wooten & the Wooten Brothers at the Rio Theatre (opens in new tab)
Bassist Victor Wooten and his brothers live at the Rio Theatre.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Kuumbwa Jazz Center, 320-2 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Christian Sands Trio at Kuumbwa Jazz (opens in new tab)
Pianist and two-time GRAMMY nominee Christian Sands, a protégé of Dr. Billy Taylor, leads his trio at Kuumbwa.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Felton Branch Library, 6121 Gushee St., Felton, CA 95018Map of Basic Composting Workshop (opens in new tab)
A free Master Composter workshop on improving soil and cutting landfill waste with compost, on the library's back patio or in the community room. Advance reservation required.
Section: Friends and groupsbowlingWhere: 115 Cliff Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060Map of Boardwalk Bowl (opens in new tab)
Bowling alley a block from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, open until midnight daily.
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Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Volcano Theatre Company, 16121 Main Street, Volcano, CA 95689Map of On The Farce Day of Christmas at Volcano Theatre Company (opens in new tab)
Holiday comedy in the intimate Cobblestone Theatre: to keep her mother from finding out she's divorced, Wendy pays her ex to pose as her husband for the holidays, and havoc ensues.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of American Made: Toby Keith Tribute (opens in new tab)
The six-member America Made Band pays tribute to Toby Keith with a night of country music, patriotism and party anthems. Open seating; beer and wine available.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Rombauer Vineyards, 12225 Steiner Rd, Plymouth, CA 95669Map of Live Music Friday with CJ Washington at Rombauer Vineyards (opens in new tab)
CJ Washington returns for a cozy November afternoon of live music at Rombauer's Sierra Foothills winery, with a featured food truck and local vendors.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Sha Na Now: A Tribute to Sha Na Na (opens in new tab)
A Christmas holiday show of classic 1950s and '60s rock and roll, fronted by Frankie Adele, former lead singer of the original Sha Na Na. Open seating; beer and wine available.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Steiner Road wineries, Steiner Road, Plymouth, CA 95669Map of Start on Steiner Holiday Open House (opens in new tab)
Steiner Road wineries on Amador County's first wine trail offer festive tastings, small bites and holiday discounts, with 100% of net ticket proceeds going to the Interfaith Foodbank of Amador County. Online tickets through Dec 3; limited day-of tickets at participating wineries. Reservations may be required at some wineries.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Mark Mackay: Rockin' Country Christmas (opens in new tab)
Singer-songwriter Mark Mackay blends arena-ready rock and roll with country soul in a holiday show. Open seating; beer and wine available.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Rombauer Vineyards, 12225 Steiner Rd, Plymouth, CA 95669Map of Holiday Live Music Friday with the Jason Weeks Duo at Rombauer Vineyards (opens in new tab)
Close out the year with the Jason Weeks Duo bringing festive cheer to the vineyard, plus food-truck bites and local vendors to celebrate the holiday season.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Coco Montoya: Master Blues Rocker at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
Award-winning blues guitarist and soul-deep singer Coco Montoya, a protégé of Albert Collins, plays the intimate 215-seat historic theater. His last show here sold out.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong: Last of the Vaudeville Cowboys at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
A rollicking evening of humor and song as yodeling cowboy Sourdough Slim and string wizard Robert Armstrong revive country blues, vintage jazz and cowboy classics with vaudevillian flair.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Black Irish Band: The Wild West Whiskey Show at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
Gold Country's own Black Irish Band brings 35 years of up-beat acoustic folk: Irish, Scottish, Italian and American songs, maritime and railroad tunes and Western ballads that appeal to all ages.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Tom Rigney and Flambeau: Electrifying Roots Fiddle at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
Fiery fiddler Tom Rigney and his band Flambeau blaze through Cajun and Zydeco two-steps, low-down blues, New Orleans grooves and boogie-woogie piano.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of The Damn Liars with Burke: Roots Rock n Roll at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
Northern California's Chuck Bradley and The Damn Liars bring vintage rock and roll, outlaw country and roadhouse blues, with Sacramento country-rock band Burke opening.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Carnaval! The Sounds of Santana at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
The Bay Area's Santana tribute band recreates the hits from the early years to today's favorites, with the same instrumentation, soul and passion.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Sutter Creek Theater, 44 Main Street, Sutter Creek, CAMap of Traveling Wilburys Revue at Sutter Creek Theater (opens in new tab)
A tribute to the supergroup that never played live, with Wilburys hits like Handle With Care and End of the Line plus favorites from Harrison, Petty, Orbison, Dylan and Lynne. Back by popular demand after a sold-out show.
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Section: Friends and groupstheaterWhere: Theatre on the Ridge playhouse, 3735 Neal Road, Paradise, CA 95969Map of A Tale of Two Carols at Theatre on the Ridge (opens in new tab)
A holiday double bill. A Krampus Carol is a wickedly funny holiday play in which Santa's jolly reign is challenged by Krampus, the horned, mischief-loving creature of European folklore. A VHS Christmas Carol is an entirely sung-through one-act musical that tells A Christmas Carol with 80s synth-pop music.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Emma Blackburn Community Room, Paradise Branch, Butte County Library, 5922 Clark Rd, Paradise, CA 95969Map of Ugly Art Club at the Paradise Library (opens in new tab)
Express yourself creatively and freely by making art with absolutely no pressure to be perfect.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 6626 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969Map of Bags and Beans Chili Cookoff '26 in Paradise (opens in new tab)
A chili cookoff with over a dozen local home chefs and pro cooks. Spectators can buy a tasting kit and vote for the People's Choice award; the Judge's Pick and a best decorated/themed chili booth award are also presented.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Terry Ashe Recreation Center, 6626 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969Map of Bags and Beans DFT Cornhole Tournament '26 in Paradise (opens in new tab)
A 100+ player cornhole tournament run by Ridge Legends - Dirty 530 Cornhole at the Terry Ashe Recreation Center, with cash prizes and vendor giveaways. Preregister through the Scoreholio app or by calling the front office; individuals are placed on a team with other individual entrants.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway, Durham, CA 95938Map of November Bunco in the Barn at Patrick Ranch Museum (opens in new tab)
Bunco in the Barn at Patrick Ranch Museum: a $5 dinner hour from 5:30 to 6:30, then $10 Bunco starting at 6:30.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, corner of W. 1st and Salem streets, Chico, CA 95929Map of Bored Teachers: Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour (opens in new tab)
Teacher-comedians share stories and classroom confessions. May contain PG-13 language.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Big Room, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928Map of Ozomatli with Debajito (opens in new tab)
Two nights with the Los Angeles band, three-time GRAMMY winners, blending Latin, hip-hop, funk, reggae and rock. Early access 5:30pm, general doors 6pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Downtown Chico, CAMap of Christmas Preview (opens in new tab)
Downtown Chico merchants kick off the holiday season with decorations, entertainment and a visit from Santa for family photos.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway, Durham, CA 95938Map of Pumpkin Succulent Centerpiece Workshop at Patrick Ranch Museum (opens in new tab)
A pumpkin succulent centerpiece workshop hosted by UC Master Gardeners of Butte County in partnership with Patrick Ranch Museum.
Section: Friends and groupstheaterWhere: Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Road, Chico, CA 95973Map of 10 Ways to Survive the Holidays at Chico Theater Company (opens in new tab)
Chico Theater Company's holiday comedy about the chaos, awkward moments and family drama of the season.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Big Room, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., 1075 East 20th Street, Chico, CA 95928Map of The Brothers Comatose (opens in new tab)
Two nights of Americana with bluegrass roots from the California band led by brothers Ben and Alex Morrison; each night sold separately. Early access 5:30pm, general doors 6pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, corner of W. 1st and Salem streets, Chico, CA 95929Map of Hannibal Buress (opens in new tab)
Stand-up from the comedian known for his specials and roles in Broad City, Neighbors and Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair Street, Chico, CAMap of 39th Annual Butte County Toy Run (opens in new tab)
Motorcycle toy run starting at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, with T-shirts, ride pins and food after the ride. If it rains, it moves to Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway, Durham, CA 95938Map of Patrick Ranch Annual Artisan's Faire (opens in new tab)
Patrick Ranch Museum's annual Artisan's Faire, held over two days in December at the museum, which preserves and interprets the agricultural history of the Sacramento Valley.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Patrick Ranch Museum, 10381 Midway, Durham, CA 95938Map of December Bunco in the Barn at Patrick Ranch Museum (opens in new tab)
Bunco in the Barn at Patrick Ranch Museum: a $5 dinner hour from 5:30 to 6:30, then $10 Bunco starting at 6:30.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, corner of W. 1st and Salem streets, Chico, CA 95929Map of Camila Fernández y su Mariachi (opens in new tab)
Mexican regional singer Camila Fernández performs with her mariachi in Una auténtica fiesta mexicana.
Section: Friends and groupstheaterWhere: Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, 400 W 1st St, Chico, CA 95929Map of Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández at Laxson Auditorium (opens in new tab)
The internationally acclaimed Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández presents the traditions, music and dance of México, as it has for more than 70 years.
Section: Friends and groupstheaterWhere: Chico Theater Company, 166 Eaton Road, Chico, CA 95973Map of Sweet Charity at Chico Theater Company (opens in new tab)
The original 1966 Broadway version of the musical about Charity Hope Valentine, a hopelessly romantic dance hall hostess in New York City, with music by Cy Coleman, lyrics by Dorothy Fields and a book by Neil Simon.
Section: Friends and groupstheaterWhere: Laxson Auditorium, Chico State, 400 W 1st St, Chico, CA 95929Map of Cirque Kalabanté: WOW (World of Words) at Laxson Auditorium (opens in new tab)
A performance that blends storytelling, music, dance and acrobatics into a celebration of connection and shared humanity, inspired by African traditions and contemporary movement.
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Section: Friends and groupsattractionWhere: 1665 Sheep Ranch Road, Murphys, CA 95247Map of Mercer Caverns (opens in new tab)
45-minute guided cave tours descending about 161 feet; the tour has 440 steps and is moderately strenuous on the way out. Group rates for 10 or more.
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Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Lakeport Senior Activity Center, 527 Konocti Avenue, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Tai Chi at the Lakeport Senior Activity Center (opens in new tab)
Join Paul or Linda for an hour of Tai Chi at the Lakeport Senior Activity Center.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Konocti Vista Casino, 2755 Mission Rancheria Rd., Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Weekly Line Dancing at Konocti Vista Casino (opens in new tab)
A weekly evening of line dancing to favorite songs at Konocti Vista Casino; meet at the bar, and come to watch if you prefer.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Lakeport Senior Activity Center, 527 Konocti Avenue, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Line Dancing at the Lakeport Senior Activity Center (opens in new tab)
Morning line dancing at the Lakeport Senior Activity Center. All levels welcome!
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Taylor Observatory, 5725 Oak Hills Lane, Kelseyville, CA 95451Map of Planetarium Shows and Stargazing at Taylor Observatory (opens in new tab)
Lake County Office of Education's Norton Planetarium shows, each about an hour, hosted by astronomer Angelo Parisi, followed (weather permitting) by a look at the night sky through the observatory's telescopes. Fri Oct 30: Danger from Outer Space!; Sat Nov 14: STARS; Sat Nov 21: The Hot and Energetic Universe.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Ely Stage Stop & Country Museum, 9921 Soda Bay Rd, Kelseyville, CA 95451Map of Fiddler's Jam at Ely Stage Stop (opens in new tab)
Northern California Old Time Fiddlers Association players jam in the red barn on the first Sunday of each month; burgers, hot dogs, beer, wine and soda from the grill.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Six Sigma Ranch & Winery, 13372 Spruce Grove Rd, Lower Lake, CAMap of Paella Night at Six Sigma Ranch (opens in new tab)
Paella dinner at the ranch winery on the first Wednesday of each month; wine sold by the glass and bottle. Book on Tock; when checked, Tock showed no open booking (the 6pm seating was sold out), so call ahead: 707-994-4068.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Konocti Vista Casino, 2755 Mission Rancheria Rd., Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Karaoke Party at Konocti Vista Casino (opens in new tab)
Karaoke fun at the Point Bar in Konocti Vista Casino, held the first Thursday of every month.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Andre's Lounge, 150 N. Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Thursday Karaoke at Andre's Lounge (opens in new tab)
Take the mic on Thursday evenings at Andre's Lounge, a karaoke night on North Main Street in downtown Lakeport.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 1425 N High Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Dungeons & Dragons Club at the Lakeport Library (opens in new tab)
Free Dungeons & Dragons club that meets on the odd Saturdays of each month, 2-4pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Six Sigma Ranch & Winery, 13372 Spruce Grove Rd, Lower Lake, CAMap of Guided Hike at Six Sigma Ranch (opens in new tab)
A 4-mile, 2-hour guided hike; meet at the tasting room.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Clear Lake Grange, 1510 Big Valley Road, Finley, CA 95453Map of Lake County Women's Civic Club Holiday Craft Fair (opens in new tab)
Get a head start on holiday shopping with 20 vendors under one roof at the Clear Lake Grange, plus a delicious lunch and baked goods.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: American Legion Hall, 14770 Austin Road, Clearlake, CA 95422Map of Lakeshore Lioness Bingo Night (opens in new tab)
Afternoon-into-evening bingo run by the Lakeshore Lioness Club at the American Legion Hall.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Soper Reese Theatre, 275 South Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Pomo Culture Series (opens in new tab)
The theatre hosts the Pomo Culture Series. Pomo jewelry sale and Indian taco sales start at 5pm; the presentation begins at 6pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Highlands Bar & Grill, 14732 Lakeshore Dr, Clearlake, CA 95422Map of Lakeshore Lions Spaghetti & Meatball Feed (opens in new tab)
A fun-filled community dinner of spaghetti and meatballs with garlic bread, salad and coffee, plus a silent auction and full bar.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Soper Reese Theatre, 275 South Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Epic Evening of Music (opens in new tab)
Eleven bands and more than 40 Lake County musicians in one night, raising funds for local musicians, entertainers and academic programs. Doors 5:30pm; open seating.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Flowers by Jackie, 1839 N. High Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Holiday Open House at Flowers By Jackie (opens in new tab)
The florist's annual Holiday Open House, with drawings, door prizes, bubbles and vino, and catering and desserts by Harlowe's Lounge.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Soper Reese Theatre, 275 South Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Rocky Horror Picture Show (opens in new tab)
A screening of the 1975 rated-R cult musical. Doors 8pm; games and activities 8:30pm. Under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian 21 or older; bring ID.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Soper Reese Theatre, 275 South Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of An Evening of Dance: Bizi Dance Company (opens in new tab)
A fundraiser for the local dance group with a red carpet, dancing, charcuterie and photos, plus a preview of the company's 2027 competition dances. Open seating.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 8400 CA-53, Lower Lake, CA 95457Map of Guided Nature Walk at Anderson Marsh (opens in new tab)
A guided walk lasting 1.5 to 3 hours; meet at 8:15am. No pre-registration; steady rain cancels; no dogs.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Mt. Konocti, 6357 Konocti Road, Kelseyville, CA 95451Map of Konocti Climb 5K (opens in new tab)
The second annual race up Mt. Konocti, hosted by Lake County Parks, Trails & Recreation and the Rotary Club of Lakeport. Registration includes a race t-shirt, finisher medal, lunch and a timed bib; limited to the first 250 racers.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Harlowe's Lounge, 901 Bevins Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Monday Night Cornhole at Harlowe's Lounge (opens in new tab)
A relaxed weekly cornhole night on the outside patio area at Harlowe's Lounge.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Xabatin Community Park, 800 N. Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Monday Walking Moai in Xabatin Community Park (opens in new tab)
Strong Financial Network hosts a Walk & Roll Moai in Xabatin Community Park on Monday evenings at 5:15 pm. Bring your friends.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Six Sigma Ranch & Winery, 13372 Spruce Grove Road, Lower Lake, CA 95457Map of No Drop Guided Ride at Six Sigma Ranch (opens in new tab)
Bring your bike for Konocti Bicycles' no-drop group ride on the ranch trails every third Saturday: about two hours over rolling hills, meeting at the tasting room.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Austin Park, 14077 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake, CA 95422Map of Winter Festival and Parade (opens in new tab)
City of Clearlake's family winter festival at Austin Park, with festival activities from 2pm, a parade at 6pm and the tree lighting at about 6:30pm.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Main Street Gallery, 325 North Main Street, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Second Thursday Writer's Circle at Main Street Gallery (opens in new tab)
A creative, supportive gathering to write from prompts and share new, unpublished work for feedback and inspiration, led by Lake County Poet Laureate Brenda Marie Yeager. All levels and genres welcome.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Downtown Middletown, CAMap of Christmas in Middletown (opens in new tab)
One afternoon when the whole town becomes a holiday stroll: local shopping, food and warm drinks, pictures with Santa, an indoor snowball fight, activities for kids and music around town. Rain or shine.
Section: Friends and groupscommunity centerWhere: 527 Konocti Avenue, Lakeport, CA 95453Map of Lakeport Senior Activity Center (opens in new tab)
A hub for adults 60 and older with weekly line dancing (Tuesday and Thursday mornings, all levels welcome), tai chi, bingo, arts and crafts, and a hot lunch. Fully accessible for people using mobility aids.
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Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Kelley House Museum, 45007 Albion Street, Mendocino, CA 95460Map of Kelley House Walking Tours (opens in new tab)
Guided walks from the Kelley House Museum. Haunted Mendocino visits the town's well-known ghost stories; the Murder, She Wrote tour visits landmarks from the TV series. Advance tickets recommended.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Mendocino Theatre Company, 45200 Little Lake St, Mendocino, CA 95460Map of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play (opens in new tab)
Mendocino Theatre Company stages Joe Landry's adaptation as a live 1940s radio broadcast, directed by Ricci Dedola. Thu Nov 12 is pay what you will. Box office 707-937-4477.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Grace Hudson Museum & Sun House, 431 South Main Street, Ukiah, CA 95482Map of First Friday at the Grace Hudson Museum (opens in new tab)
Part of the First Friday Art Walk, with the Deep Valley exhibition, music by Fair Wind and refreshments.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Ukiah Players Theatre, 1041 Low Gap Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482Map of Mens Rea (opens in new tab)
A world premiere written and directed by Jeremy Daw, in which a lawyer works with a defendant's four personalities to piece together a murder case. Audience Q&A with the writer-director after each performance.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 18220 North Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437Map of Nature Walks: Lichens and Bryophytes (opens in new tab)
A lecture and guided walk with Gardens horticulturist Paul Ruiz-Lopez on the biology and identification of lichens and bryophytes. Register in advance online or at The Garden Store.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 18220 North Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437Map of Mushroom Walks (opens in new tab)
Naturalist and mycologist Mario Abreu gives a roughly 45-minute introduction to mushroom identification, then a 2-hour guided field walk, starting at the Gardens Farmhouse. Advance registration required; capacity limited.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: 18220 North Highway 1, Fort Bragg, CA 95437Map of Festival of Lights (opens in new tab)
A handmade light show by Gardens staff and volunteers along lighted garden pathways, rain or shine. No dogs; free parking shuttle from the Mendocino College lot at 1211 Del Mar Dr.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Mendocino Presbyterian Church, 44831 Main Street, Mendocino, CA 95460Map of Handel's Messiah Sing-Along with Symphony of the Redwoods (opens in new tab)
Guest conductor Les Pfutzenreuter leads Symphony of the Redwoods, soloists and you through Handel's Messiah in a holiday sing-along. Vocal scores are provided; sit in the center and sing with the choir, or just come to listen; a free community rehearsal is held Wednesday, December 17 at 6pm at Preston Hall. Free and open to all.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: South Noyo Harbor, 19101 South Harbor Drive, Fort Bragg, CAMap of Crab Cake Cook-Off & Wine Tasting Competition (opens in new tab)
The 26th annual Crab Cake Cook-Off & Wine Tasting Competition at South Noyo Harbor, a benefit for Mendocino Coast Clinics. Online sales open November 15, 2026.
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Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Miners Foundry Cultural Center, 325 Spring Street, Nevada City, CA 95959Map of The Foundry Sings: From Roots to Rock (opens in new tab)
A community sing-along through folk, country, blues and rock, led by music director Rod Baggett. No auditions, rehearsals or singing experience needed; all ages and singing levels welcome.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Twin Cities Church parking lot, 11726 Rough and Ready Hwy, Grass Valley, CA 95945Map of Trail Mix: Friday Trail Work & Happy Hour (opens in new tab)
A late-afternoon Friday volunteer workday on Scout's Trail with Bear Yuba Land Trust, followed by a pint, a bite and social time at Grass Valley Brewing Co. Sign up to volunteer ahead.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: The Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St., Grass Valley, CA 95945Map of Solas (opens in new tab)
Solas, called "the finest Celtic ensemble this country has ever produced" by the Boston Globe, plays its 30th anniversary tour with founders Séamus Egan and Winifred Horan.
Section: Friends and groupsclassWhere: Start Haus Ski & Bike, 11351 Highway 89, Truckee, CA 96161Map of Start Haus Free Ski Tuning Clinic Series (opens in new tab)
Start Haus lead ski technician Brandon Sims leads a seven-session series, from tuning basics and waxing to edging, World Cup-level tuning and end-of-season storage. Come to one session or all; every clinic is free and no registration is required.
Section: Friends and groupsclassWhere: Alibi Ale Works – Truckee Public House, 10069 Bridge St, Truckee, CA 96161Map of Avalanche Education Series: The Beta (opens in new tab)
A panel with local backcountry experts on where and when to go: route planning, terrain selection, travel habits and decision-making in avalanche terrain, plus a raffle benefiting Tahoe Backcountry Alliance.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Historic Downtown Grass Valley, CAMap of Grass Valley Downtown Holiday Market (opens in new tab)
The Grass Valley Downtown Association's festive kickoff to holiday shopping, with seasonal cheer, unique gifts and local businesses across downtown.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Independence Trail east entrance, Highway 49 (parking along the highway), north of Nevada City, CAMap of Independence Trail Moss Walk with Bear Yuba Land Trust (opens in new tab)
Take a closer look at the wonderful world of moss on Independence Trail, led by Alex Lerch of Sierra Streams Institute. Bring a hand-lens if you have one, water and snacks; space is limited, so register ahead.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Mill and Main Streets, downtown Grass Valley, CAMap of Cornish Christmas (opens in new tab)
The 58th annual old-fashioned Christmas street faire turns Mill and Main Streets into a festive marketplace with twinkling lights, local artisans, seasonal treats, carolers, live music and hot cider, honoring Grass Valley's Cornish Gold Rush heritage.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Miners Foundry Cultural Center, 325 Spring Street, Nevada City, CA 95959Map of Nevada City Winter Craft Fair (opens in new tab)
The 15th annual Nevada City Winter Craft Fair, with more than 70 local crafters, designers and artisans selling handmade home decor, apparel, bath products, stationery, art, food and drinks.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Downtown Truckee, 10065 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161Map of Festive Fridays in Downtown Truckee (opens in new tab)
Three December evenings of twinkling lights and festive storefronts downtown: Sip-n-Shop, a Snowflake Scavenger Hunt for all ages, roaming carolers, surprise visits from Santa and a holiday selfie station.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: The Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St., Grass Valley, CA 95945Map of The Jayhawks: Sanctuary Park Tour (opens in new tab)
The Minneapolis band that helped invent Americana tours its new album Sanctuary Park, with special guest Mary Gauthier.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley, CAMap of 35th Nevada County Toy Run (opens in new tab)
Hundreds of motorcycles ride gifts from Nevada City through downtown Grass Valley to the fairgrounds for local families, rain or shine. Line the route to wave the riders by, or drop off new unwrapped toys at the fairgrounds.
Section: Friends and groupseventWhere: The Center for the Arts, 314 W. Main St., Grass Valley, CA 95945Map of Brothers Comatose: New Year's Eve Party (opens in new tab)
San Francisco string band The Brothers Comatose throws a Shipwrecked-themed New Year's Eve party with a champagne toast at midnight and a balloon drop; Bluegrass Blowouts open; costumes encouraged.
Section: Friends and groupslive musicWhere: Miners Foundry Cultural Center, 325 Spring Street, Nevada City, CA 95959Map of Lotus with Michael Wilbur (opens in new tab)
Jam-electronica band Lotus, blending classic electronic dance music, funk, post-rock and dance-rock, with Moon Hooch co-founder and saxophonist Michael Wilbur. 18+.
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Section: Friends and groupsattractionWhere: Shasta Caverns Road (I-5 exit 695), Lakehead, CAMap of Lake Shasta Caverns (opens in new tab)
Two-hour tour with a boat ride across the McCloud Arm of Shasta Lake, a bus ride and a guided cavern tour, about 17 miles north of Redding off I-5 (exit 695). Groups of 20 or more can reserve. Free parking.
