What's Happening in Benicia
There is always something happening in Benicia. Our events calendar connects you with the heartbeat of the city. Join us for annual traditions like the Peddler's Fair and the Torchlight Parade, or discover weekly gatherings like the Farmers Market and Trivia Nights. Don't miss out on the concerts, art openings, and workshops that make Benicia such a lively place to live and visit.
Events: Aug 24th - Aug 30th
Free Seminar: Multi-Gen + Gifting
More families are choosing to live together, share resources, and plan ahead — and it's working. But it takes the right structure to do it well. This session covers everything from ADUs and multigenerational homes to gifting strategies that support your loved ones without putting your own future at risk. Join us in person at Northgate Church, 2201 Lake Herman Rd, Benicia — or tune in live on Zoom or Facebook. Wednesday, August 26 at 1PM. Free to attend.
Multi-Gen + Gifting | Free Senior Seminar — Empowered Senior Symposiums
Join us for a free educational seminar on two of the most important topics families are navigating right now — Multi-Generational Living and Gifting Strategies. Whether you're thinking about combining households, helping a parent financially, or trying to understand what gifting means for your family's estate — this afternoon was built for you. No pressure. No sales pitch. Just real answers in plain language for seniors and the families guiding them. 💛 Free to attend. Open to all. Drop in anytime. Also available live on Zoom and Facebook Live.
Homeowner's Insurance in challenging times workshop
August 26th 12-1pm at the Benicia Chamber of Commerce Julia Allen of Farmers Insurance will be discussing what affects premiums, underwriting concerns, and how to manage wildfire issues. Free for Chamber members and $20 for non members. Please register.
"5 x 5 for Arts Benicia" A Pop-Up Exhibition & Fundraiser
August 27 - August 30, 2026 11:00 am – 5:00 pm each day Blackbird Gallery, 422 First Street, Benicia Join us for this SPECIAL four-day pop-up exhibition at the Blackbird Gallery, 422 First Street. This exhibition and fundraiser features two-and three-dimensional 5"x5" artworks created by local artists. Each unique artwork will be sold for $50. All art sales will benefit Arts Benicia programming. Your art sale supports the Arts in Your Community in the following ways: Exhibitions ❧ Youth Art Program ❧ Family Art Days ❧ Adult Education ❧ Volunteer Docent Program ❧ Printmaking Programs
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16) Begins
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16): Thursdays, 3:45-5:45pm, Beginning Aug 27th --------------------------- This class is designed to get our youth engaged in the art of ceramics and throwing pottery on the wheel! OPEN TO AGES 11-16. No Experience Required. $250 All Inclusive (instruction, tools, clay, glazes, and up to 12 lbs. of fired pottery). LIMITED SEATING: ONLY 4 SPOTS PER CAMP!
5 x 5 for Arts Benicia – Exhibition and Fundraiser
The 5 x 5 for Arts Benicia Exhibition and Fundraiser at BlackBird Gallery.
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16): Thursdays, 3:45-5:45pm, Beginning Aug 27th
This class is designed to get our youth engaged in the art of ceramics and throwing pottery on the wheel! OPEN TO AGES 11-16. No Experience Required. $250 All Inclusive (instruction, tools, clay, glazes, and up to 12 lbs. of fired pottery). LIMITED ...
Benicia Certified Farmer's Market
Explore fresh produce, specialty and artisan goods, music, and more along Benicia's historic waterfront.
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16) Begins
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16): Fridays, 3:45-5:45pm, Beginning Aug 28th ---------------- This class is designed to get our youth engaged in the art of ceramics and throwing pottery on the wheel! OPEN TO AGES 11-16. No Experience Required. $250 All Inclusive (instruction, tools, clay, glazes, and up to 12 lbs. of fired pottery). LIMITED SEATING: ONLY 4 SPOTS PER CAMP!
After-School Clay Club (Ages 9-16) Begins
After-School Clay Club (Ages 9-16): Fridays, 4-5:45pm, 4 Weeks Beginning Aug 28th ----------- Clay Club: 4 Consecutive Weeks Dates: Friday Afternoons, Beginning August 28th Time: 4-5:45pm Ages: 9-16 Our Clay Clubs are designed to get our youth engaged in the art of ceramics and creating pottery by hand (non-wheel pottery projects). Designed for students with any amount of experience with clay (no experience is required): Friday afternoons for 4 consecutive weeks. $160, all tools, materials, glazing, firings, etc. are included. LIMITED SEATING: ONLY 8 SPOTS PER GROUP!
The Poetry of Paper: A Collage Workshop with Diane Williams
A collage workshop with Diane Williams at Arts Benicia.
5-Week After-School Wheel Class (Ages 11-16): Fridays, 3:45-5:45pm, Beginning Aug 28th
This class is designed to get our youth engaged in the art of ceramics and throwing pottery on the wheel! OPEN TO AGES 11-16. No Experience Required. $250 All Inclusive (instruction, tools, clay, glazes, and up to 12 lbs. of fired pottery). LIMITED ...
Friday Jazz in The Gazebo
Join us every Friday for live jazz music in the Gazebo at The Cafe! Dinner also available on Fridays only.
Volker Strifler Live at Lucca Bar & Grill
Live blues performance by Volker Strifler.
Goth Night
Last Friday of the month Goth Night. Come enjoy the darkness of the night and some great music.
Goth Night at the Rellik
Goth Night - Last Friday of the month at the Rellik.
Artist's Reception: Lisa Reinertson
Artist's reception for Lisa Reinertson's exhibition.
Aloha for Awareness
Join us for Aloha for Awareness, a fun-filled Hawaiian-themed fundraiser benefiting Freddy’s Hugs 4 Hope Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to raising epilepsy awareness, providing community support, and honoring the legacy of Freddy through education, scholarships, and outreach. Enjoy an afternoon of authentic Hawaiian food, live music, hula dancers, a cornhole tournament, raffles, and family-friendly activities at the beautiful Benicia Yacht Club. Every ticket purchased and every sponsorship helps us continue making a meaningful impact for individuals and families affected by epilepsy. Come celebrate the spirit of aloha while helping us spread awareness, compassion, and hope. 🌺💜
Saturday Night Social Pottery Project (Adults): Personal Berry Strainers!
Aug 29th, 6-9pm, Saturday Night Social Pottery Project (Adults): Personal Berry Strainers! ----------------- Our Pottery Projects focus on one particular project, and we walk you through it, so no experience is required! You can get as creative as you desire--or just keep it simple--it's entirely up to you. This Pottery Project is for Adults, so feel free to bring a beverage of your choice. This summer fun pottery project is making a personal berry strainer to rinse and your berries in! A fun & functional pottery project - come solo or bring a friend or your family! You will be selecting a glaze option before you leave class, which we'll apply for you after the first firing. After your project is complete, it will need to be dried, fired, glazed, and then fired again. This is about a 3-4 week process, and we'll reach out to via email when your project is ready for pick up. Price is $62 (all inclusive: clay, tools, instruction, glazing, firing, etc) and no experience is required!
Dirty Cello Concert at the MoHB
Dirty Cello at MoHB Saturday, August 29th | 7:00-9:00 PM 2024 Camel Rd, Benicia, CA Experience an unforgettable evening of live music as Dirty Cello brings their signature blend of blues, rock, and Americana to the Museum of History Benicia. Their high-energy performance transforms the cello into something bold, soulful, and unlike anything you've heard before! Bring a friend, grab a drink and spend a summer evening dancing beneath the stars in beautiful Spenger Garden. Doors open at 5:30 PM | All ages welcome | Beer, Wine, Spirits & Food will be available for purchase. Purchase your ticket here: https://mohbenicia.org/event/dirty-cello/
Saturday Night Social Pottery Project (Adults): Personal Berry Strainers!
Our Pottery Projects focus on one particular project, and we walk you through it, so no experience is required! You can get as creative as you desire--or just keep it simple--it's entirely up to you. This Pottery Project is for Adults, so feel free to ...
Dirty Cello Concert at the Museum of History Benicia
Dirty Cello at MoHB Saturday, August 29th | 7:00-9:00 PM 2024 Camel Rd, Benicia, CA Experience an unforgettable evening of live music as Dirty Cello brings their signature blend of blues, rock, and Americana to the Museum of History ...
Sacred Americana: A Concert by Candlelight
An intimate candlelight concert featuring Sacred Americana music in a historic church.
Sunday Afternoon Pottery Project (Ages 9-99): Gnome Garden Dishes!
Aug 30th, 11am-2pm, Sunday Afternoon Pottery Project (Ages 9-99): Gnome Garden Dishes! -------------- Our Sunday Afternoon Pottery Projects focus on one particular project, and we walk you through it, so no experience is required! You can get as creative as you desire--or just keep it simple--it's entirely up to you! Ages 9-99. No experience required. This ADORABLE pottery project will be making a little gnome dish that is perfect for adding little succulents to and creating your very own gnome garden! But it is not limited to that - this sweet dish is also great for holding jewelry, candy & more. You will be glazing this project yourself in class, so you can give it all the personality you want! After your project is complete, it will need to be dried & fired: about a 2-3 week process, and we'll reach out to via email when your project is ready for pick up. Price is $62 (all inclusive, clay, tools, instruction, glazing firing, etc.) and no experience is required!
One-Day Wheel Throwing Class
Sunday, Aug 30th, 2:30-5pm, One-Day Wheel Throwing Class ----------------- So you've always wanted to try a wheel throwing... Now is your chance! This class is only one day, for 2.5 hours, so that you can give it a try! All inclusive: all tools & apron will be provided, and we will trim, glaze & fire your piece(s) for you afterwards to pick up in approximately 3-4 weeks. You will be allowed to keep up to 2 pieces! Please come with short nails and shoes/clothing that you don't mind getting a little mud on, and a great attitude! Also, please avoid low cut shirts. If you do this class and realize that you LOVE wheel throwing, please get on our waiting list for the 6-week, more intensive, classes. Ages 12+
Sunday Afternoon Pottery Project: Gnome Garden Dishes!
Create your own gnome garden dishes in this fun pottery project. No experience required.
One-Day Wheel Throwing Class
So you've always wanted to try a wheel throwing... Now is your chance! This class is only one day, for 2.5 hours, so that you can give it a try! All inclusive: all tools & apron will be provided, and we will trim, glaze & fire your piece(s) for you ...
