Visit the California Delta

Movie Night at the Mill
2019-06-14 18:00 - 22:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
Start your weekend right with a Friday movie night. The Old Sugar Mill is showing Bohemian Rhapsody outdoors. Enjoy fun activities before the showing with music, karaoke, volleyball, and other fun games. Popcorn, candy, wine cocktails, and other refreshments will be available for purchase. Food trucks will also be on site. Come early to grab a patio table or bring your own picnic blankets and chairs.
No outside food, drinks, or pets allowed.
Admission is FREE for all.
See the details at the Old Sugar Mill website.

San Joaquin County Fair
2019-06-13 - 2019-06-16 | San Joaquin County Fairgrounds, 1658 S. Airport Way, Stockton, CA, 95206, United States
Live music, rides, games, and more – the San Joaquin County Fair is back! With main stage entertainment, concerts, a carnival, agriculture, livestock, food, live entertainment, and exhibits – there is fun for everyone! Grab your friends and family and head out to the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds THIS weekend!
Thursday & Friday 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Advanced tickets:
Adults – $8
Children (6-12) – $3
Ride Wristbands – $25
Visit the San Joaquin Fair website for details and purchase your tickets in advance.

Bat Talks and Walks
2019-06-07 18:45 - 21:45 | Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area, 45211 County Road 32B, Davis, CA, 95618
Starting Friday, June 7 through September 20
Days and times vary
Learn about one of the Delta’s amazing migratory species! One of the largest colonies of Mexican free-tailed bats takes up residence under the Yolo Causeway during the summer. Learn about these beneficial creatures in a 45 minutes presentation and then head out on a tour to watch them in action as they stream out just after sunset. This is a really fun experience for all- plus, it’s free for kids 15 and under! Visit the Yolo Basin Foundation website for more information and to register.

Wine & Art First Fridays
2019-06-07 17:30 - 21:00 | Pittsburg Marina, 200 Marina Blvd., Pittsburg, CA, 94565
Raise your glass and enjoy an evening with wine and art! These Friday evenings at the Pittsburg Marina are filled with tasting California wine and local craft beers. Along with live music, you can enjoy a glass of wine in your hand as you stroll through artwork made from local artists. Feel free to bring lawn chairs and blankets as you end your week relaxed with drinks.
Admission includes first pour and souvenir glass. Visit the City of Pittsburg California for more details.

First Fridays in Walnut Grove
2019-05-24 11:00 - 16:00 | Main Street, Locke, CA, 95690
The Tong Gallery and other participating locations in Walnut Grove are open in afternoon on the first Friday of the month from May to November Enjoy the warm evenings with a leisurely stroll and Delta breeze while browsing the unique, store-front offerings in this Delta legacy town.
Art abounds in the Delta! Explore all these other Delta art galleries and find the perfect gift or addition to your collection!

ZinFest Wine Festival
2019-05-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Lodi Lake Park, 1101 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA, 95242
Immerse yourself in 200 wines! Tune in for educational sessions and demos about wine and BBQing. Even get tips from the winemakers themselves that shaped Lodi as a wine country destination. Enjoy an afternoon clinking your wine glass with friends along with great food and live entertainment for the weekend.
Early Entrance Admission 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
General Admission 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Early Admission $75 in advance
General Admission $55 in advance, $65 at the gate
Designated Driver Early Admission $25 in advance
Designated Driver General Admission $20

Must be 21+ to attend.
Visit the ZinFest website for details and tickets.

Shrimp & Crawfish Boil
2019-05-18 11:30 - 14:30 | Old Sugar Mill, 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
Roll up your sleeves because things are getting messy. Clarksburg Wine Company and New Orleans’ Chef Austin Kirzner will be hosting this years Shrimp & Crawfish Boil. Get your hands on spicy New Orleans-style boil with shrimp, crawfish, smoked sausage, potatoes, corn, mushrooms and so much more.. Wine is available for purchase along with a complimentary wine glass. Two serving times are available.
1st Serving Shrimp/ Crawfish Boil – 11:30 AM-12:30PM
2nd Serving Shrimp/ Crawfish Boil – 1:30 PM-2:30PM
Tickets $29.50 online per person
*For groups 6+, please email info@clarksburgwineco.com
For details and tickets, visit the Old Sugar Mill.

Asian Pacific Heritage Festival
2019-05-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Main Street, Locke, CA, 95690
Experience traditional activities and live entertainment at the Asian Pacific Spring Festival. Find your self in awe of the lively lion dances and the boom of taiko drums. Expect brilliant artwork and traditional brush paintings being showcased along with a tea ceremony presentation. Visit historic Locke as the Asian Pacific heritage is livelier than ever.
Admission and parking are FREE.
View event details through the Locke Foundation.

Walk on the Wildside
2019-05-18 10:00 - 16:00 | River Road, 8301 River Rd, Sacrameno, CA, 95832
A FREE event filled with hiking tours, presentations, live animal shows, music, children’s hands-on activities. Plenty of guided and self-guided tours will be ongoing throughout the day so cease the chance to spot over 120 active great blue herons, double-crested cormorants, and egret rookery nests.
Check out event details at RegionalSan website.

Sidewalk Saturday
2019-05-18 10:00 - 14:00 | On N 2nd St between Main and Sacramento St
Explore downtown Rio Vista on Sidewalk Saturday – every 3rd Saturday through September! This Saturday, there will be local artists and vendors, live music, face painting, a crafts table, a rummage sale, and a food pantry. 2nd Street will be closed to traffic while you enjoy this family-friendly Delta event! See the Rio Vista Chamber of Commerce page for details.

Contra Costa County Fair 2019
2019-05-16 - 2019-05-19 | CA
A weekend celebrating the best of Contra Costa. Entertainment lined up for everyone from shows, Antioch Speedway events, livestock, and exhibits. You also can’t say a fair is a fair without FAIR FOOD! Go on a sweet adventure and tour the highlights of Contra Costa county.
For tickets and details, visit Contra Costa County Fair.

Amgen Tour Through the Delta
2019-05-14 | CA
Who needs to travel across the Atlantic for the Tour de France when you have the Amgen Tour of California speeding right through your backyard? Watching the race is free and there will be other festivities in store. You can also volunteer for the event.
The Men’s Stage 3 wind through different parts of the Delta on this day. You can see the routes at amgentourofcalifornia.com
Visit the Delta Cycling page for more information on biking the California Delta!

Second Saturdays
2019-05-11 13:00 - 18:00 | Main Street Isleton, Main Street, Isleton, CA, 95641
Explore Isleton every Second Saturday from May through October. Join participating businesses for discounts, free hors-d’oeuvres, beverages, music, history, and more! Visit the Isleton Chamber of Commerce website for details.

Rio Vista Farmers' Market
2019-05-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Between Second and Main Street, Main Street, Rio Vista, CA
Get fresh produce straight from your local community. May through October, Rio Vista will be having a farmers’ market every Saturday between Second and Main Street. Stop by and get a view of all the newest harvests. Make it a convenience trip and pick up your weekly groceries right at the market. You’ll get a feel for the great food grown near you and connect with local farmers!
Visit Discover Rio Vista for details.

Guided Nature Walk
2019-05-11 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
Take a walk! A stroll! Or a hike! This route will have you exploring part of the River Walk Trail and the Wetlands Walk Trail. Spot migratory waterfowl and even Sandhill Cranes. Learn about the Plains Miwok, the first inhabitants of the area. This is a great opportunity to bring our your binoculars to see all types of plant and animal species thriving in the Cosumnes Preserve.
For details and registration, visit Cosumnes River Preserve .

SacTown Urban Dash 5K
2019-05-11 08:30 - 12:30 | The Barn, 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA, 95691
Set your alarms early for a race through West Sacramento! Pick up your bibs and take a moment to stretch before dashing along the course. Run or walk, but you’ll definitely appreciate the beauty of the Sacramento River beside you. Lastly, re-hydrate yourself at the end of the race with a complimentary beer/beverage.
5K Participant- $45
5K Child Participant (3-10 years old)- $15
*Ages 2 and under FREE
Registration/Bib Pick-up- 8:30AM-9:30AM
Race Time- 9:30AM-12:30PM
Walkers/strollers/kids will start at 9:45AM
*Shirt sizes are no longer guaranteed after April 14th- limited sizes and quantity available.
For registration and details, visit the SacTown Urban Dash 5K.

Dockwalker Volunteer Training
2019-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Stockton Yacht Club, 3235 River Drive, Stockton, CA, 95204
Volunteer and learn how to become a Dockwalker in your community. Whether you’re 15 or 100 years young, you can become a Dockwalker. Help educate boaters on safety out in waters and share clean boating practices. You will also receive educational materials to distribute at marinas or boat launches. It’s all about being safe and environmentally friendly when boating so help spread boater awareness!
Register for Dockwalker training at Division of Boating and Waterways. Find details through the Dockwalker Program.

Turtley Awesome Eggs
2019-05-04 14:00 - 15:00 | CA
Drop in for a quick hour nature hike. Get a gorgeous view of Big Break and spot turtle eggs along the way. Many turtles hatch their offspring in Big Break. If you’re a turtle lover this hike is for you! No registration is required, just stop by.
For details, visit East Bay Regional Park.

Civic Pride Day 2019
2019-05-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Various locations in Pittsburg, Pittsburg
Help tidy up the Pittsburg community! Remove and prevent litter from getting into waterways. Take your pick from five locations to clean up, from Buchanan Park, MLK Jr. Spillway, Civic Park, and more. Register yourself and a friend (because two always better than one) and simply meetup at the location. Collection bags, safety vests, litter grabbers, and water are provided.
For registration and all locations, visit the City of Pittsburg California.

Antioch Food Truck Thursday
2019-05-02 17:00 - 21:00 | Antioch Community Center, 4703 Lone Tree Way, Antioch, CA
Gourmet food and dessert trucks EVERY Thursday through October! Head to Antioch for a Delta foodie frenzy! This family and pet-friendly event will delight your taste buds with rotating trucks every week – including Lucky 13 Beer & Wine Truck serving craft beer and wine! See the Antioch Food Truck Thursday event page for more delicious details.
Can’t wait till Thursday? There are tasty treats, delicious delicacies, wonderful wineries, and oh so much more in the Delta! Start your culinary exploration…

San Joaquin Yacht Club Opening Day Parade
2019-04-27 16:00 - 20:00 | San Joaquin Yacht Club, 550 Riverview Pl., Bethel Island, CA, 94511, United States
This years theme is “Boating Through the Ages”. Hop on the yacht and enjoy good company with the local community! Dance to the rhythms played by NOVA and stay a bit longer for a classic dinner of pulled pork sandwiches and coleslaw.
Pulled Pork Sandwiches and Coleslaw- Dinner $10
Bar Open 11:00 AM-10:00 PM
For details visit the San Joaquin Yacht Club.

Lodi Beer Fest & State BBQ Competition
2019-04-27 14:00 - 17:00 | Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240
“DRINK GOOD BEER WITH GOOD FRIENDS”
VIP Tasting – $45 in advance or at the door (if available)
1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
It will feel like a one on one experience with participating breweries. All tickets include an hour early admission, unlimited tasting and a commemorative beer glass. A limited quantity of tickets will be sold.
General Admission – $30 in advance / $40 at the door
2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
All tickets include a commemorative beer glass and unlimited tasting.
Tickets are available:

Lodi Grape Festival office, 413 E. Lockeford Street in Lodi
Raley’s in Lodi and Morada
Fat City Brew & BBQ in Stockton
Stogie’s Cigar Bar in Lodi
Online

Designated driver tickets are $10 and are available at the door.

Discount tickets can be purchased until close of business on Friday, April 26, 2019.
Ticket purchased online are subject to a processing and handling fee.

Must be 21 or older to attend.

California State BBQ Championship
Contestants cook 4 meats:

Chicken
Pork Ribs
Boston Port Roast (Pork Shoulder/Boston Butt)
Beef Brisket

Which may be cooked using heat sources of

Wood
Pellets
Charcoal (lump or briquettes)

Entries are judged blindly on the following criteria:

Appearance
Tenderness
Taste

Locke in the 1970s
2019-04-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Locke Boarding House, 13916 Main St, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
Turn back the time and take a glance at Locke in the 1970s. Historic photos captured by James D. Motlow will be exhibited at the Locke Boarding House Museum. Dig into Locke’s rich history through photography and uncover the unique values, culture, and people of Locke.
Exhibition Dates: Apr 1 – Sept 30
Reception: Saturday, April 27 12 PM – 4 PM/ Lecture at 3 PM
Admission is FREE
For details visit the Locke Foundation website.

Miner Leap Egg Hunt
2019-04-21 10:45 - 16:00 | Miner’s Leap Winery, 54250 S River Rd, Clarksburg, CA, 95612
It’s Easter egg hunting season! Bring your own basket or bucket to watch the kids run and scramble for eggs. Feel free to lay out your picnic blanket and pack a lunch for you and the family. The egg hunt will start at 10:45 AM and afterwards enjoy the rest of the Sunday afternoon with live music by The Sharps’s starting at 1:00 PM.
Visit the Miner’s Leap Winery event page for details.

Easter Egg Hunt
2019-04-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Dr. Paul Barnes Park, 14186 Grove St, Walnut Grove, CA, 95690
The Walnut Grove Fire Department will be hosting an Easter egg hunt for children of all ages! Wake up the kids for a morning egg hunt along with other fun games and prizes. Don’t forget to bring a basket for egg collecting!
See details on the event page.

Opening Day Pittsburg Yacht Club
2019-04-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Pittsburg Yacht Club, 3 Marina Blvd, Pittsburg, CA, 94565
It’s opening day for the Pittsburg Yacht Club. This year’s theme is “Holidays on the Delta”. Sacramento Bayliners will also be cruising in to get in on the fun. Celebrate with a good ol’ parade and a potluck lunch afterward. Bring a dish you enjoy and share it with others. Get your sailor hats and Christmas attire on because it’s yacht time!
See the flyer for details.

Camp Tiny House
2019-04-06 10:00 - 16:00 | Park Delta Bay, 922 W Brannan Island Rd., Isleton, CA, 95641
Calling to all tiny house enthusiasts! Potluck lunch and home tours, with opening panel discussion about “Going Tiny”. Visitors are encouraged to bring a side dish to share. Members of our tiny house community will participate in a panel discussion, with a meet-and-mingle, before opening their Tiny Houses for visitor tours. Meet other tiny house enthusiasts and learn all about these unique home styles.
Find more details from Park Delta Bay or the event page.

Creek Week and Clean-up Day
2019-04-04 - 2019-04-13 | Various Locations, Delta
Get involved and support the health of the Delta during Creek Week! There are activities all week long from April 6th to 13th like the Bufferlands Bird & Blooms Tour, Steelhead Creek Beaver Pond Walk, or Arcade Creek Exploration. Ending Creek Week is the big clean-up day and celebration on April 13th is the big clean-up day. To volunteer, make sure to sign up and sign a waiver form!
Visit the website, creekweek.net or their brochure for exact locations and details.

Introduction to Kayaking
2019-03-31 13:00 - 15:00 | CA
Get the paddles ready! Learn all the basics of kayaking such as different types of kayaks and their best uses. Get into the waters to learn how to handle equipment and grasp paddling techniques. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be ready for the Delta waters!
$54 per paddler
For ticket and details, visit the event page.

Wine & Food Festival
2019-03-30 15:00 - 18:00 | Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford Street, Lodi, CA, 95240
“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
