Visit the California Delta

Delta Blues Festival Benefit Concert
2020-03-05 19:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Planting at Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge
2020-01-18 08:45 - 13:00 | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 1624 Hood Franklin Rd, Elk Grove, CA, 95757
Put your gardening gloves on and take part in planting native seedlings along the edge of reclaimed agricultural lands. The Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge strives to plant over 100+ tree seedlings with the help of you and the community to provide meaningful habitats for the local wildlife.
To volunteer, visit the SacTree sign-up page.

S'mores & Stouts
2020-01-16 17:00 - 20:00 | The Barn, 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA, 95691
Stay warm next to the fire pit at The Barn with good old friends as you grub on some warm gooey s’ mores. Before you sit down, pick out your favorite stout to pair with your s’ mores from their rotating selection. Come by early to secure your s’more sandwich! Quantities are limited.
For details, visit The Barn event page.

Ducks in Scopes
2020-01-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Cosumnes River Preserve, 13501 Franklin Blvd, Galt, CA, 95632
View spectacular species of birds at the Cosumnes River Preserve. The preserve docents have rows of scopes set up so no need to bring binoculars. The Cosumnes River Preserve is a perfect scene to check out colorful ducks, geese, and interesting shorebirds such as Black-necked Stilts and Common Snipe. Plus, you’ll get more insight on what these birds feed on in the waters such as sand fleas and dragonfly nymphs.
Discover more about Ducks in Scopes event at the Cosumnes River Preserve website.

Lodi Antique Show
2020-01-10 13:00 - 19:00 | Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240
Dealers from all around the west coast will be showcasing their antique pieces. Browse through a wide selection of items and you just might find a treasure. Make it a weekend experience with a leisurely drive through the Delta!
General Admission $6
Date and times
Jan 10: 1PM-7PM
Jan 11: 10AM-5PM
Jan 12: 10AM-4PM
For details, visit the Lodi Antique Show website.

Sandhill Crane Tours
2020-01-04 15:30 - 17:30 | Woodbridge Ecological Reserve, 7730 W Woodbridge Rd., Lodi, CA, 95242
Head out to the Woodbridge Ecological Reserve to see the majestic Sandhill Cranes as they spend their winter in the Delta. Guided tours are held the first three weekends of each month from October through February. The tours involved very little walking so bring your camp chair to enjoy the cranes and other waterfowl. If you have binoculars, go ahead and bring those along as well, but they are not necessary!
Get more information and register early for the Sandhill Crane Wetland Tours!

Stone Lakes NWR Docent Tours - CANCELED
2020-01-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge, 1624 Hood Franklin Rd, Elk Grove, CA, 95757
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)

Moore's Riverboat NYE Celebration
2019-12-31 20:00 - 23:59 | Moore’s Riverboat Restaurant, 106 W Brannan Island Rd, Isleton, CA, 95641
Start your New Years’ Eve with a delicious dinner at Moore’s Riverboat Restaurant. Turn your eyes to the stage as The Penetrators Groove Band plays their groovin’ tunes through the night and into the new years! Reservations are required, please contact Rich Hogan or call (916) 292 – 8490.
Dinner $30 per person, includes ribeye – choice of scampi or grilled chicken, garlic mash potatoes, salad, and rolls.
Event start/end: 8PM – 1AM
For details, visit the event page.

Sugar Barge New Year’s Eve Party
2019-12-31 20:00 - 23:59 | Sugar Barge Bar & Grill, 4515 Willow Road, Bethel Island, CA, 94511
Let’s make a huge toast to welcome 2020! Grab your friends, reserve a table for dinner reservations, and begin the night with a great food at the Sugar Barge Bar & Grill. Dance and strut your best moves on the dance floor to live music played by DJ Verrett. Make the night even more memorable with photo booths, party favors, and complimentary champagne to toast at midnight.
There is no cover charge for this event.
Event start/end: 8PM – 1AM
View the details at Sugar Barge website.

NYE at Tony's Place
2019-12-31 09:00 - 23:59 | Tony’s Place, 14157 Market St, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
The Kennedy Family and Tony’s Place staff invites you to their annual New Year’s Eve Party! Cheers to the new years’ with a midnight breakfast buffet, complimentary champagne toast, and plenty of music to dance to all night.
Event starts/ends: 9AM – 2AM
Details can be found on Tony’s Place event page.

Santa Lunch and Cookie Decorating at Smith's Landing
2019-12-21 10:00 - 13:30 | Smith’s Landing Seafood Grill, 1 Marina Plaza, Antioch, CA, 94509
Not your typical lunch with the family because Santa is visiting, plus a cookie decorating class just for the kids! This class activity will be held at Smith’s Landing just for the kids beginning at 10 AM with Santa’s special arrival at 11 AM. This class is complimentary for those having lunch at Smith’s Landing. Reservations are required for this class.
Spots are limited to the first 40 children. To reserve, call Smith’s Landing at (925) 775-4862.
For details, visit the event page.

Ugly Truckin' Sweater Party
2019-12-19 17:00 - 20:00 | The Barn, 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA, 95691
Take pride in your ugliest sweater because others will too. Come dressed in your ugly sweater and you can win a prize. Expect to come hungry as popular food trucks such as Nash & Proper, Original Bubble Cone, and Gameday Grill makes its way to The Barn. Enjoy live music from DJ Joshua Krage and stay warm near the fire pits with the return of S’mores & Stouts. Sounds like an awesome evening to start holiday festivities right?
For event details, visit Drakes: The Barn website.

Isleton Tree Lighting
2019-12-14 17:30 - 18:30 | A St. & 2nd St., Isleton, CA, 95641
The City of Isleton invites you to join their community for their holiday tree lighting – a delightful opportunity to experience the charm of this Delta legacy community.
