Visit the California Delta

Wine & Food Festival - CANCELED
2020-04-04 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
“More than just a wine tasting…”
Grand Tasting – $50 in advance, $60 at the door
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wine tasting from more than 40 wineries, great food, music and much more. Grand tasting admission includes a wine tasting food and a commemorative wine glass. Located in the Ole Mettler Grape Pavilion at the Lodi Grape Festival Grounds
VIP Tasting – $70 in advance only
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
limited number of tickets will be sold
Only a limited number of VIP tickets will be sold and it will allow more time to spend with winemakers. Wineries will be pouring and some of their special wines and the limited number of people will make it easier to get around. VIP admission includes an hour early entry, wine tasting and food, a commemorative wine glass, a collector glass and food tray.
Designated driver tickets are $20 and are available at the door.
Pets are not permitted.
Must be 21 or older to attend.
Purchase tickets

Stone Lakes NWR Docent Tours - CANCELED
2020-04-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2020-03-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 1624 Hood Franklin Rd, Elk Grove, CA, 95757
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
Stroll along a flat, 2-mile trail to a wildlife viewing platform overlooking the wetlands to see possible visitors such as Sandhill cranes, shorebirds, and waterfowl. A volunteer will lead the walk and share the natural history of the area.
All ages are welcome. No reservations are required. Restrooms are available. Visit the Stone Lakes website for more details.
(Image from U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service)

Watercolor Hike - CANCELED
2020-04-03 16:30 - 18:00 | Lockeport Grill & Fountain, 13959 Main St, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. CONTACT THE EVENT COORDINATOR FOR DETAILS.
Join local Delta artist Martha Esche on the first Friday of each month for a gentle hike and the opportunity to paint a postcard watercolor painting. Art supplies are available for all participants. A water bottle, bug spray, a small snack, and a $5 donation are all recommended. Visit the event page for more details.

2020 Sheepdog Trial - CANCELED
2020-04-03 10:00 - 17:00 | McCormack Ranch, 7680 Montezuma Hills Rd, Rio Vista, CA, 94571
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Enjoy the view of the countryside as talented sheepdogs and their owners compete in the National Trial. Feel free to bring a picnic blanket, low-seating chairs, and your lunch to watch the competition. On Saturday and Sunday, food and drinks will be available for purchase. A special demonstration on sheep shearing and wool spinning will also be held on Saturday and Sunday. There will be 3 days of trials, tickets can be used on any single day.
General admission (13 years old and older): $20
Children under 13: FREE
This is an alcohol free event.
For additional details, visit Discover Rio Vista and tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite.

California Boating Congress - CANCELED
2020-03-31 08:30 - 16:30 | Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1209 L St, Sacramento, CA, 95814
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
Join the marine industry and boating community in Sacramento to advocate on issues affecting this important part of our State’s economy and culture. There will be a number of speakers on topics including boating regulations, abandoned vessels, safe boating, and fishing.
March 30, Welcome Reception 5:30pm – 7:00pm
March 31, Speakers & presentations 8:30am – 4:30pm
Visit the Marine Recreation Association for schedule and details.

Eco Cask Blending - CANCELED
2020-03-21 18:00 - 21:00 | Heringer Estates, 37375 Netherlands Road, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED.
Making your own wine sounds fun, right? Here’s your chance to blend wine that suits your taste buds. Take a peek into the world of winemakers as they discuss how wine blending works. With three unique wines to work with, you’ll understand the basics of wine blending and tasting as you go through rounds of mixing your own and finding your favorite concoction.
For details, visit the Eco Cask Spring Blending event page.

Sow a Seed
2020-03-14 13:30 - 15:00 | Haggin Museum, 1201 N Pershing Ave, Stockton, CA, 95203, United States
Bring the kids to the Haggin Museum to participate in a fun activity using colorful beans to create a mosaic work of art. Kids can group colors and find patterns to create a unique piece perfect for the wall at home. Art supplies and beans are provided. Seating is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so come early!
Visit the Haggin Museum event page for details.

Oakley Community Gardens Workday
2020-03-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Oakley Community Gardens, 3900 Creekside Way, Oakley, CA, 94561
Fill your soul with a bit of community service. Bring a friend or two to help maintain the community areas and pathways at the gardens. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor activity or just like to help, this garden workday is perfect to express your inner gardener!
Details can be found on the event page or the Oakley Community Garden website.

Basic Composting
2020-03-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Pittsburg Library, 80 Power Avenue, Pittsburg, CA, 94565
Learn how to make your own compost from your garden waste and kitchen scraps. This FREE workshop will teach you the basic steps to start a compost pile and nurture its decomposition. Topics that will be covered include how composting works, compost containers, what and what not to compost, techniques, time, and place to use your compost.
For details, visit the UC Masters Gardeners: Basic Composting event page.

Dive into the Delta Series - CANCELED
2020-03-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Delta Kayak Adventures, 5 Marina Plaza, Antioch, CA, 94509
UPDATE: DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS OF COVID-19, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. PLEASE CONTACT THE DELTA KAYAK ADVENTURES FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
It’s more exciting to explore the Delta through water! This series of tours is a perfect opportunity for you to explore different locations in the Delta each month by paddling through wetlands, lakes, sloughs, and tracts. Tours are offered once a month through June and each trip last is 2-3 hours. Single paddle tours are welcome to purchase at regular price. On the other hand, the more tours you sign up for, the more you save!
Locations
March 7, 2020 South Mokelumne 10am-1pm
April 18. 2020 Franks Tract 10am-12pm
May 16, 2020 Steamboat Slough 11:30am-2:00pm
June 13, 2020 Potato Slough 11am-2pm
Package Price
Any combination of 4 Tours = $299
For additional details, visit the event page.

The Bob McMillen Memorial Fishing Tournament
2020-03-07 06:00 - 12:30 | Regional Oak Park, 4520 W Eight Mile Rd, Stockton, CA, 95209
Rise and shine so you can reel in that prize! The San Joaquin County Parks and Recreation and Delta Fly Fishers presents a fishing tournament for youth and adults. This a one type fishing competition. Registration for this tournament is free but make sure to obtain a fishing permit. A $6 vehicle-parking fee also applies. Don’t forget to bring your own fishing gear!
Visit the San Joaquin Parks event page for registration and permit details.

Delta Blues Festival Benefit Concert
2020-03-05 19:00 - 22:00 | El Campanil Theatre, 602 W 2nd St., Antioch, CA, 94509, United States
Enjoy the vibe at this annual blues concert held at the iconic El Campanil Theatre built in 1928. Proceeds from the concert benefit youth music programs. This year’s lineup includes Chris Cain and Sue Foley. All proceeds from the concert go to music scholarships for students in the community. For details on this year’s lineup, tickets, and more, visit the Delta Blues Festival event page.

Delta Blues Festival Benefit Concert
2020-02-29 19:00 - 22:00 | El Campanil Theatre, 602 W 2nd St., Antioch, CA, 94509, United States
Enjoy the vibe at this annual blues concert held at the iconic El Campanil Theatre built in 1928. Proceeds from the concert benefit youth music programs. For details on this year’s lineup, tickets, and more, visit the Delta Blues Festival event page.

8th Annual Carnaval
2020-02-29 18:00 - 23:59 | Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
6 PM – MIDNIGHT!
Mardi Gras beads for everyone! (while supplies last)
Enjoy a spectacular evening that mixes the sounds, samba and feathers of Brazilian Carnaval and the carefree spirit of Mardi Gras. Entertainment includes Brazilian band SambaDa, Brazilian Dance Company featuring dancers and percussion, Fabiana Passoni (Bossa Nova), DJ R.D.M. playing music on the back patio, costume contest and more!
Admission includes a complimentary Samba class at 7:00 PM, Lambada class at 9:00 PM and one COMPLIMENTARY serving of Mardi Gras Punch from the Mardi Gras Bar.
Special VIP Ticket grants access to the VIP lounge with a delicious spread of appetizers (sweet and savory) and drink host service.

Food Options (no-host): Italian, Thai, Mexican, Gyro King, & delicious beverages and wine on site (no host).
On-site artist & black lights to show off face and body painting.

Costume contest and prize for the MOST festively dressed!
This event is rain or shine & 21+ and over only event. Must have ticket for entry.
Early Bird $19.99 (ends Jan 15th – quantity limited)
Pre event General admission $25 (Jan 16 to Feb 28)
Party Pack Discount for 5 to 10 tickets (Jan 16 to Feb 28)
At the door $30
VIP presale $65
Visit the Old Sugar Mill website for more details and to purchase your tickets.

Asian New Year Celebration
2020-02-29 11:00 - 16:00 | Main Street Isleton, Main Street, Isleton, CA, 95641
The town of Isleton invites you to come to celebrate Asian New Year! This cultural event is filled with performances from spirited lion dancers and taiko drummers. In between performances, enjoy a refreshing sip of sake as there will be sake tastings along with craft beers available. See Isleton bustling with festivities this Saturday with more shops, raffle, and more.
See the Isleton Asian Festival flyer for details.

Planting Day at Dutch Slough Tidal Marsh Restoration
2020-02-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Dutch Slough Tidal Marsh Restoration, 7199 Sellers Avenue, Oakley, CA, 94561
Here is your opportunity to leave your mark in the Delta. Volunteer to plant native Tule plugs in this historic 1100-acre tidal marsh/wetlands restoration in Oakley. Carpooling is encouraged as there are parking constraints on the site. There is a list of what to bring such as sturdy shoes, a water bottle, and gloves.
Online registration ends at 3:00 PM on February 28th.
Note: Any rain cancels this event.
For registration and details, visit the Volunteer Planting Day webpage.

California Duck Days
2020-02-22 | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, 45211 County Road 32B, Davis, CA, 95618
This annual wetlands and wildlife festival takes place at the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area which extends into the Delta and is at the heart of the Pacific Flyway. There are field trips, workshops, and activities for everyone from owling to avian photography, duck calling to birdhouse building.

All workshops and activities are included in the entrance fee ($20/car). Field trips cost extra. See the Yolo Basin Foundation website for more details, full schedule, and to register early – you definitely do not want to miss this!

22nd Annual Spam Festival
2020-02-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Peter’s Steakhouse, 203 2nd St, Isleton, CA, 95641, United States
SPAM alert! From SPAM cooking and eating contests, to a SPAM toss – the SPAM Festival has something for every SPAMer. Come to Isleton this weekend to see others compete for the SPAM King title or.. compete yourself. See the details at http://ow.ly/PA1W50yjLUU
Check out the flyer for details or the event page.

Exhibit: Antioch, A Cultural Perspective
2020-02-15 13:00 - 16:00 | The Antioch Historical Museum, 1500 W 4th St, Antioch, CA, 94509
Antioch Historical Society Museum is celebrating the area’s multiculturalism during February with a new exhibit called, Antioch, A Cultural Perspective. Explore the diversity of Antioch including Chinese, Hispanic, Portuguese, African-American, and Italian cultures. Learn unique stories of each culture as well as how they made their mark in Antioch history and present-day contributions.
You can check out this exhibit on February 15, 19, 22, 26, and 29.
For details, visit the Antioch, A Cultural Perspective event page.

Chinese New Year Celebration
2020-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Main Street, Locke, CA, 95690
Ring in the Year of the Rat in Historic Locke! This year’s celebration, hosted by the Locke Foundation, includes a lion dance, martial arts demonstrations, a presentation at the Old Locke Chinese Gambling House, tea ceremony, and lucky red money envelopes (while supplies last). Explore Locke’s fascinating history while celebrating with friends and family at this FREE event on Main Street.
Visit the Locke Foundation or their Chinese New Years event flyer for details.

Port Wine & Chocolate Weekend
2020-02-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
February 8 & 9
10 AM – 5 PM both days
14 Wineries offering wine tasting & pairings ALL weekend!
Enjoy delicious wines, ports, dessert wines and chocolates from fourteen unique wineries, just 15 minutes south of Downtown Sacramento. 10 AM – 5 PM both days – Rain OR Shine!
Valentine Bubbles begin 10 AM : Sparkling Wine Reception
$24.75 Early Bird Purchase – Limited Quantity UNTIL 12/31/19
$34.75 Online pre-purchase General Admission / Per Person 1/1/20 – 2/7/20
$45 General Admission Price – Day Of / Door Price / Per Person
$10 Designated Driver – Either Day (Includes soda, water)
$24.75 BonTemps Package for 6-10 (Includes 6-10 regular tickets for one day general admission) Online tickets may be purchased until Feb 7th, 2020.
General VIP admission – $69.99 – 1/1/20 – 2/7/20
VIP day of at the door – $80.00 (subject to availability)
Admission includes wine tastings at all FOURTEEN wineries, barrel tasting, chocolate tastings, live demos, sweet & savory pairings, live music & entertainment – All Day Rain or Shine! Port and Chocolate is a very well attended event. To avoid the rush come early on Saturday or attend Sunday. Lyft, Uber, Limos & Buses encouraged!
Special Access to:
* Specialty Food trucks – Purchase on Site
* Delicious Wine and Sparking Wine Cocktails
* Bottle Your Own Port (separate fee) + decorate your label & dip the bottle in wax!
Additional Vendors will have items to sample & purchase for your enjoyment 10 AM – 5 PM Both Days
Event details and ticket purchasing can be found at the Old Sugar Mill website.

Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
2020-02-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Yolo Wildlife Area (meet in Parking Lot A), 45211 Co Rd 32B, Davis, CA, 95618
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area field trips occur every month from October to June. Pack your sightseeing essentials and your walking shoes to get a view of flooded seasonal and permanent wetlands, native grasslands and young riparian forests. Depending on the season, look for migrating and resident waterfowl, shorebirds, songbirds, raptors, and wading birds. Other things to bring include water, binoculars, and comfortable shoes.
For details, visit the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area event page.

Super Bowl Pre-game Party
2020-02-02 12:00 - 17:00 | Cosumnes River Farm, 28305 Thornton Rd, Thornton, CA, 95686
Make your way to Cosumnes River Farm for a “snack gate” before the Super Bowl! Bring a snack to share, watch the pre-game show, slurp a super bowl slushy, and come hang with your friends. And yes, the game will be on..
For details, visit Cosumnes River Farm.

San Joaquin Votes: Exercise Your Right
2020-02-01 11:30 - 17:00 | San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum, 11793 N Micke Grove Rd, Lodi, CA, 95240
2020 is a big year for politics with the presidential primary and general elections. Also, a celebration for the passage of the Nineteenth Amendment, giving women the right to vote! Visit the San Joaquin County Historical Museum as they put on their newest exhibit. February 1st is their opening event, so stop by for refreshments and the opening presentation. Throughout the exhibit, learn about various political parties, political districts, types of ballot measures, woman suffrage, historical political campaigns of San Joaquin County, and a lot more.
The exhibit will be open until March 1, 2020.
For details, visit the San Joaquin: Exercise Your Rights event page.

Sacramento Free Museum Day
2020-02-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Sacramento area, Sacramento, CA
Sacramento is celebrating the 22nd annual Free Museum Day! Over 25 museums in Sacramento will be having free admission on Saturday, Feb 1. Take the family out for a museum trip to discover captivating stories and events in the Delta past. Museums in the Sacramento-Delta that you can visit include:

Locke Boarding House located in Locke, CA
Sacramento Regional Fire Museum located in West Sacramento, CA

In addition to celebrating Free Museum Day, The Locke Art Studio will be having a live silk painting demonstration at 11AM-12PM.
Find more details by visiting the Sacramento Museum Day.

Chinese New Year Celebration
2020-01-27 18:30 - 19:00 | Brentwood Library, 104 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA, 94513
In celebration of the Year of the Rat, watch live lion dancers perform with high spirits and move in dramatic forms. Listen to live music by Concord Kung Fu Academy and be ready to be in awe this evening performance at the Brentwood Library.
For details, visit the Brentwood Community Center event page.

Cranes & Geese at Staten Island
2020-01-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Pittsburg Bay Point Bart Station, 1700 W Leland Rd, Pittsburg, CA, 94565
Enjoy your weekend sightseeing waterfowl at their wintering site at Staten Island. Meet at the Pittsburg/Bay Point BART station at 9AM. This event is not just for adults but open to youths (9-17 years old) who are interesting in birding! Young birders need to be accompanied by an adult for this event. Be sure to bring your own binoculars, water, and snack for this adventurous day of birding!
For event details, see the Mt. Diablo Audubon Society event page.

Native Peoples of the Sacramento Region
2020-01-21 19:00 | Jean Harvie Community Center, 14273 River Rd, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690, United States
Anthropologist David Stuart, former director of the Sacramento (currently Powerhouse) Science Center, will be presenting an illustrated lecture summarizing the 10,000+ years that Native people called this area home. Discussion includes some common stereotypes about the cultures of the Nisenan, Miwok, and Yokuts-speaking nations. Come and listen to learn about the intriguing past and culture of Native Americans.

For additional details, see the Sacramento River Delta Historical Society event flyer.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
2020-01-19 18:00 | Stockton Civic Center, 525 N. Center St, Stockton, CA, 95202
Commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy that continues to inspire others today. This two-day event sounds off with vocalists and choirs. Stockton pastors and leaders including Mayor Michael Tubbs will be giving a word to the community. Wake up Monday morning and stretch! Be prepared for the MLK Community March starting at 10 AM (registration starts 9 AM). Spend the rest of the afternoon with the family enjoying musical ensembles, praise dances, art projects, raffles, and vendors.
See the MLK Celebration event page for more details.
