County guide
20 outings for families, couples, seniors and groups, each linked to its source.
A free Gallo Center festival, Fraggle Rock, two ballets, holiday parades and the Stanislaus River at Knights Ferry.
Free music, dancing, chalk art, lawn games, reptiles, face painting, balloon animals, prizes and more for the whole family.
A new science fiction ballet based on the H.G. Wells novel, moving from Victorian scenes to dystopian landscapes.
A night of clean comedy with Nazareth, 2026 Dry Bar Comedian of the Year, plus Gilbert Esquivel and Cizzle C.
A musical adventure with Fraggles, Doozers, a giant Gorg and creatures from Jim Henson's Creature Shop, with favorite songs and effects for all ages.
Irish music, song, dance and storytelling bring the traditions of Christmas in Ireland to the stage.
Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, featuring Justin Kawika Young, plays music from Tis The Season: classic carols, Hawaiian holiday favorites and soulful arrangements.
Capathia Jenkins joins Principal Pops Conductor Ryan Murray and the MSO Chorus for a program of holiday favorites.
Turlock's traditional downtown Christmas parade, with floats from local businesses, groups and families.
Modesto's holiday parade, themed "Winter Wonderland," starts at 14th and I Streets and travels west on I to 10th, north on 10th to J, and east on J to 17th Street. Road closures begin at 1pm.
Central West Ballet's holiday tradition follows Clara to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Separately ticketed Sugar Plum Fairy Parties on stage after select performances let children meet the characters.
Hiking, picnicking and river access on the Stanislaus River, with a visitor center featuring exhibits on salmon, Native American culture, the covered bridge and a century-old flour mill. The covered bridge is closed for repairs.
A free community museum in downtown Modesto with exhibits on Modesto and Stanislaus County history.
Symphony concerts, She Loves Me, The Nutcracker, blues at The State Theatre and a candlelight carol concert.
Canadian blues singer and guitarist JW-Jones, winner of Best Guitarist at the 2020 International Blues Challenge, in concert. Run time 120 minutes.
A new science fiction ballet based on the H.G. Wells novel, moving from Victorian scenes to dystopian landscapes.
A night of clean comedy with Nazareth, 2026 Dry Bar Comedian of the Year, plus Gilbert Esquivel and Cizzle C.
Conductor Nicholas Hersh leads Valerie Coleman's Seven O'Clock Shout, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with pianist Janice Carissa, and Beethoven's Symphony No. 5. About 107 minutes.
The New Orleans ensemble plays its blend of jazz and American roots music.
A stage production that brings Karen Carpenter's voice and The Carpenters' holiday music, including "Merry Christmas, Darling," back to the stage.
Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, featuring Justin Kawika Young, plays music from Tis The Season: classic carols, Hawaiian holiday favorites and soulful arrangements.
Capathia Jenkins joins Principal Pops Conductor Ryan Murray and the MSO Chorus for a program of holiday favorites.
The Gallo Center Repertory Company stages the romantic comedy set in a 1930s perfumery, with mistaken identities, witty humor and music.
Turlock's traditional downtown Christmas parade, with floats from local businesses, groups and families.
Modesto's holiday parade, themed "Winter Wonderland," starts at 14th and I Streets and travels west on I to 10th, north on 10th to J, and east on J to 17th Street. Road closures begin at 1pm.
Central West Ballet's holiday tradition follows Clara to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Separately ticketed Sugar Plum Fairy Parties on stage after select performances let children meet the characters.
Traditional Christmas hymns and carols by the MSO, MSO Chorus, Opus Handbell Ensemble and Central Valley Youth Chorus in a church decorated with candlelight. Printed tickets required; doors open no earlier than 7pm.
Now showing Prism Play: A Full Spectrum of Art Quilts (through Jan 2), 62 works by Studio Art Quilt Associates members, and Our Sierra: Works by David & Vivian Patton (through Jan 23). Free for children 12 and under with an adult and for SNAP EBT cardholders plus up to 3 guests.
Irish Christmas, the Carpenters at Christmas, symphony concerts, art quilts in Turlock and Modesto history.
Conductor Nicholas Hersh leads Valerie Coleman's Seven O'Clock Shout, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with pianist Janice Carissa, and Beethoven's Symphony No. 5. About 107 minutes.
Irish music, song, dance and storytelling bring the traditions of Christmas in Ireland to the stage.
A stage production that brings Karen Carpenter's voice and The Carpenters' holiday music, including "Merry Christmas, Darling," back to the stage.
Ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro, featuring Justin Kawika Young, plays music from Tis The Season: classic carols, Hawaiian holiday favorites and soulful arrangements.
Capathia Jenkins joins Principal Pops Conductor Ryan Murray and the MSO Chorus for a program of holiday favorites.
The Gallo Center Repertory Company stages the romantic comedy set in a 1930s perfumery, with mistaken identities, witty humor and music.
Turlock's traditional downtown Christmas parade, with floats from local businesses, groups and families.
Modesto's holiday parade, themed "Winter Wonderland," starts at 14th and I Streets and travels west on I to 10th, north on 10th to J, and east on J to 17th Street. Road closures begin at 1pm.
Central West Ballet's holiday tradition follows Clara to the Land of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Separately ticketed Sugar Plum Fairy Parties on stage after select performances let children meet the characters.
Traditional Christmas hymns and carols by the MSO, MSO Chorus, Opus Handbell Ensemble and Central Valley Youth Chorus in a church decorated with candlelight. Printed tickets required; doors open no earlier than 7pm.
Now showing Prism Play: A Full Spectrum of Art Quilts (through Jan 2), 62 works by Studio Art Quilt Associates members, and Our Sierra: Works by David & Vivian Patton (through Jan 23). Free for children 12 and under with an adult and for SNAP EBT cardholders plus up to 3 guests.
Hiking, picnicking and river access on the Stanislaus River, with a visitor center featuring exhibits on salmon, Native American culture, the covered bridge and a century-old flour mill. The covered bridge is closed for repairs.
A free community museum in downtown Modesto with exhibits on Modesto and Stanislaus County history.
Blues, clean comedy and a Lost Boys party at The State Theatre, plus Tuba Skinny and Knights Ferry trails.
Canadian blues singer and guitarist JW-Jones, winner of Best Guitarist at the 2020 International Blues Challenge, in concert. Run time 120 minutes.
An '80s-themed pre-show party with music, drinks and a costume contest, then The Lost Boys on the big screen. Ages 21 and up.
A night of clean comedy with Nazareth, 2026 Dry Bar Comedian of the Year, plus Gilbert Esquivel and Cizzle C.
The New Orleans ensemble plays its blend of jazz and American roots music.
Modesto's holiday parade, themed "Winter Wonderland," starts at 14th and I Streets and travels west on I to 10th, north on 10th to J, and east on J to 17th Street. Road closures begin at 1pm.
Now showing Prism Play: A Full Spectrum of Art Quilts (through Jan 2), 62 works by Studio Art Quilt Associates members, and Our Sierra: Works by David & Vivian Patton (through Jan 23). Free for children 12 and under with an adult and for SNAP EBT cardholders plus up to 3 guests.
Hiking, picnicking and river access on the Stanislaus River, with a visitor center featuring exhibits on salmon, Native American culture, the covered bridge and a century-old flour mill. The covered bridge is closed for repairs.
A free family festival and history museum, plus pay-what-you-wish comedy and a low-cost art center.
Free music, dancing, chalk art, lawn games, reptiles, face painting, balloon animals, prizes and more for the whole family.
A night of clean comedy with Nazareth, 2026 Dry Bar Comedian of the Year, plus Gilbert Esquivel and Cizzle C.
Now showing Prism Play: A Full Spectrum of Art Quilts (through Jan 2), 62 works by Studio Art Quilt Associates members, and Our Sierra: Works by David & Vivian Patton (through Jan 23). Free for children 12 and under with an adult and for SNAP EBT cardholders plus up to 3 guests.
A free community museum in downtown Modesto with exhibits on Modesto and Stanislaus County history.