Upcoming Vallejo Events — Easter celebrations

VALLEJO — This coming Sunday is Easter Sunday, which means egg hunt opportunities and fun for the kids.

Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza will hold two sessions at Children's Wonderland Park on Saturday, one at 9 a.m. and another at 11 a.m. There will be an egg hunt, photo opportunities withTwitch the Easter bunny, concessions, games, crafts, music and other activities. Pre-registration is recommended.

Then on Sunday the Kiwanis Club of Benicia will host their 64th annual egg hunt in Benicia City Park. The festivities will begin at noon and are free for children between the ages of 2 and 8 years old.

Theater lovers can experience a unique performance by the Black Box Radio Stars when they open their version of “Stage Door” on Saturday evening. This theater troupe creates an immersive audience experience with sets, costumes, dramatization, live sound effects and audience interaction. Cabaret seating with a dinner that mirrors a scene in the play will be available. Additional performances are scheduled for next Saturday, and Sunday matinees through April 12.

A long-running Vallejo musical act is coming to a close. The Townhouse Ramblers will host their second to last performance at the Townhouse Cocktail Lounge on Monday evening. The Ramblers, headed by Don Bassey, play a blend of Americana, folk, country, and blues, and frequently invite well-known local guest musicians to sit in. Their final performance at the Townhouse will take place on April 20. Bassey will continue to perform more rocking sets of music at Lucca Bar & Grill in Benicia on the 4th Friday each month.

For live music coming up at the Empress Marquee Club this week, check out the JC Smith Band play jumping blues and old school soul on Wednesday evening. The Familiar Strangers will perform their grab bag of music from western swing to country, bluegrass, folk, and blues on Thursday evening, and the new monthly Ariel Marin Boogie Nights will open on Friday night.

Vino Godfather is kicking off their new monthly First Salsa Friday series on Friday evening. Arrive early for dance lessons, then do the meringue under the stars.

Or if goth music is more your thing, check out the first Friday Vallejo Goth Night at the Odd Fellows Hall,  and dance to DJ Zero Effs and a live music performance by MoonCriesBlood.

For hip-hop, check out Love Rance rockin' at the Chris Club until the wee hours on Friday night. DJ LB will be in the mix, plus special guest performances.

Then on Saturday afternoon, the Git With It band will play covers of classic rock, funk, R&B, and pop music at Vino Godfather, and later on Saturday night, a guitar trifecta featuring Lloyd Gregory, Carl Lockett and Eddie Pasternak will take place at the 4th Corner Speakeasy.

The Vallejo Watershed Alliance will celebrate two decades of conservation efforts with an opening reception for their 20th Anniversary Exhibit at the Vallejo Museum on Saturday evening. Museum admission applies and includes access to the entire museum.

To learn more and ask questions about the current state of law enforcement and public safety, meet local deputies and police officers at the Community Town Hall Meeting held by the City of Vallejo and the Solano County Sheriff’s Office on Monday evening at Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church. 

This is only a brief sampling of things to do in the Vallejo area. Scroll down the list below to find more live music and creative and recreational activities. Check our events page for an even more comprehensive listing of upcoming events and late-breaking updates. Let us know about new upcoming events at events@vallejosun.com, or sign in to our event platform and enter your event directly.

Wednesday, April 1

Family Game Night

The first Wednesday of every month is game night in the Program Room at the JFK Library for board games and other activities. If you have a game you would like to try out, we encourage you to bring it!

• Wed, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Vallejo Run Club Finish Line Recovery

Hey Runners! After your Wednesday evening run, sprint over to the Ferry Taproom to refuel and celebrate with your crew. Participating Vallejo Run Club members only get exclusive perks after 6 PM. Learn more at www.vallejorunclub.com and check in with your running leader for more details. See you at the finish line!

• Wed, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Ferry Taproom
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

"Poetry 4 The Mind" Open Mic

This is open mic poetry. All poets and musicians welcomed. Early sign ups text your full name to 832-758-6898

• Wed, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Noonie's Place
• 2300 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo

Vallejo Run Club

Join the Vallejo Run Club on our weekly Saturday morning and Wednesday evening runs. Our group meets, rain or shine, next to the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. We run 1-3 easy miles. Beginners to ultra marathoners welcome!

• Wed, 6:20 to 7:20 p.m.
• Vallejo Ferry Terminal
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

American Canyon Book Club

Expand your horizons by reading a new book with the American Canyon Book Club. Our book club is welcoming place for all readers and engages in an in-depth discussion of our chosen title each month.

• Wed, 6:30 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way or 3421 Broadway St, American Canyon

JC Smith Band

J.C. Smith Band brings you an electrifying musical experience. With music ranging from Jumping blues to old school soul, this band can whip the most conservative audience into a crazed dancing machine.

Doors & Dinner 5:30 PM • Music 6:30 PM

• Wed, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St, Vallejo

Wednesday Night Open Mic

A friendly space for both beginning musicians and seasoned professionals. Comedians and poets also welcome.

• Wed, 8 to 11 p.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St., Vallejo

Mosaic Craft

Create a beautiful mosaic art piece in honor of Arab American Heritage Month. Registration required as supplies are limited.

• Wed, to
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Thursday, April 2

English Conversation Club

Practice your English conversation skills with other adult learners in an informal and friendly setting. No registration required! Practica tu inglés en un lugar amigable y libre de prejuicios.در فضایی دوستانه و بدون قضاوت، گفتوشنود به زبان انگلیسی را تمرین کنید.همه دعوت هستند!在友好无批判的地方练习您的英语。欢迎每个人！एक मैत्रीपूर्ण,निर्णय-मुक्त माहौल में अपनी अंग्रेजी का अभ्यास करें। सभी का स्वागत है!フレンドリーで偏見なしの環境で英語を練習しましょう。どなたでも歓迎です。 Magsanay ng Pag-Iingles niyo sa isang magiliw, na hindi naghuhusgang lugar. Maaaring pumunta ang kahit sinuman!

• Thu, 10 to 11 a.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Parking Lot Play

This is a free event for all K-12th grade youth in Vallejo. Free daily lunch, activities, bike repair and haircuts will be provided!

• Thu, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church
• 900 6th St., Vallejo

The Cut & Paste Society

Transform forgotten fragments into fresh narratives in our monthly collage workshop. Each session offers a chance to explore new techniques, experiment with composition, and create something uniquely yours in good company. All materials provided.

• Thu, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• The Exchange
• 617 Marin St, Vallejo

Familiar Strangers

The Familiar Strangers is an Americana grab bag of music from western swing to country, bluegrass, folk, blues and even a little bit of gypsy jazz! Doors open for dinner at 5:30 p.m. • Music 6:30 p.m.

• Thu, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St, Vallejo

Alibi Feminist Book Club: “All Fours” by Miranda July

Chelsea and Caroline will lead the discussion of “All Fours” by Miranda July. July’s second novel confirms the brilliance of her unique approach to fiction. With July’s wry voice, perfect comic timing, unabashed curiosity about human intimacy, and palpable delight in pushing boundaries, All Fours tells the story of one woman’s quest for a new kind of freedom. Part absurd entertainment, part tender reinvention of the sexual, romantic, and domestic life of a forty-five-year-old female artist, All Fours transcends expectation while excavating our beliefs about life lived as a woman. Once again, July hijacks the familiar and turns it into something new and thrillingly, profoundly alive.

• Thu, 6:30 p.m.
• Alibi Bookshop
• 624 Marin St, Vallejo

Friday, April 3

First Salsa Friday!

We’re kicking off our Salsa series, don’t miss it! Get ready to get loose and move your body at our first salsa party under the stars this Friday!  From 6-7 p.m., we’re serving up a sizzling dance class featuring salsa, merengue, dancehall, Afrobeats, and more—it’s like a dance buffet for your feet! Brace yourself for double the DJ magic with DJ Jay Fresco and B_Elev8ed spinning a mix of Latin and Afro beats that'll keep you grooving all night. Gate opens at 5pm, dance lessons begin at 6 p.m. and open dancing until 9 p.m.

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Vino Godfather
• 1005 Walnut Ave. #500, Vallejo

Benicia Theatre Group Paint & Sip Nights

Enjoy a fun and creative evening in historic downtown Benicia while supporting local arts! The Benicia Theatre Group invites you to a Paint & Sip Night at the beautiful B.D.E.S. Hall. Guests will be guided step-by-step as they create their own painting of a beloved Benicia scene. No painting experience is necessary - this relaxed event is perfect for beginners, friends' nights out, date nights, or anyone looking to try something new.

• Fri, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Ska Night!

Ska music with Dan Martin and the Norma Rocksteady Trio

• Fri, 7 p.m. to midnight
• Toot's Tavern
• 1228 Ceres St, Crockett

Salsa and Sangria 1st Fridays-4/3(INDOORS)

Salsa & Sangria club night is here! Tropical Latin music vibes, live DJ, dancing, drinks and more!

• Fri, 7 to 11 p.m.
• The Waterfront Rodeo
• 13 Pacific Ave., Rodeo

Ariel Marin Boogie Nights

Live on the Marquee stage: Ariel Marin Band James Earley - Multi-platinum music producer who has worked with artists including MC Hammer on classic projects like Please Hammer Don't Hurt 'Em. Adding even more fire to the lineup, special guest Ke’Marie takes the stage — a powerful Bay Area vocalist with deep roots in the Vallejo music scene. Known for her rich tone and dynamic presence, Ke’Marie blends soul, R&B, and classic influences into a performance that connects instantly with the room. Doors open for dinner at 6 p.m. Music: 8:30 to10:30 p.m.

• Fri, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.
• Empress Marquee Club
• 324 Virginia St, Vallejo

Vallejo Goth Night

Welcoming This Night's Special Guest : DJ Zero Effs. Headlined by a live music performance by MoonCriesBlood. All ages, full bar (21+ID). Darkly positive vibes. No cover charge. Sound/Lights by Freeway - Our House DJ Psycho/naut/tic/chic spinning current industrial and dark spins! And, iMosaicMix dropping the eternal hits and modern currents! Hosts of the Vallejo Goth Night radio show, Final Sundays, 10pm! Ozcat Radio, 89.5 FM in the Vallejo area!

• Fri, 9 p.m. to midnight
• Odd Fellows Hall
• 342 Georgia St., Vallejo

Love Rance - Live Performance

Love Rance rockin' at the Chris Club for his BIG One. DJ LB in the mix with special guest performances...you know how it go at the Chris. Fired Up!

21+, Security Strictly Enforced

• Fri, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• Chris' Club
• 656 Benicia Rd., Vallejo

Saturday, April 4

Vallejo Run Club

Join the Vallejo Run Club on our weekly Saturday morning and Wednesday evening runs. Our group meets, rain or shine, next to the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. We run 1-3 easy miles. Beginners to ultra marathoners welcome!

• Sat, 8 to 9 a.m.
• Vallejo Ferry Terminal
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

Nature Hike at Vallejo Swett-Ranches

Come explore the hills between Fairfield, Benicia, and Vallejo. Solano Land Trust docents will guide you through this area, known as the King-Swett Ranches. Docents will share insights about the birds and other wildlife that call this area home, and give you a great workout! Hike level: Moderate to Moderately Strenuous Please note: Vallejo Swett is an undeveloped property with no formal trails. This is a rugged & an off trail hike. Participants could be climbing or going under fences, and tree branches. Docents also can go up & along of steep and clumpy ground mountain sides.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• King-Swett Ranches
• 104 Red Top Rd., Fairfield

Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza

Egg Hunt, Twitch the Easter Bunny, Activities, Photo Opportunities, Concessions, Games, Crafts, Music, and More! 

• Sat, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
• Children's Wonderland Park
• 360 Glenn St., Vallejo

Farmers’ Market

Shop here for a great selection of California-grown greens, fruits & veggies, as well as some nice specialty booths with baked goods, tamales and food trucks with down-to-earth prices.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Downtown Vallejo
• Georgia and Marin Streets, Vallejo

Community Coffee Tasting

Sample coffee from around the world, browse crafts and confections by local vendors, or enjoy made-to order crêpes while listening to live music. Coffee cupping, or coffee tasting, is the practice of observing the tastes and aromas of brewed coffee. Join us to sample coffees from around the world side-by-side, develop your palate and discover coffees you LOVE that you never knew existed!

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Moschetti Coffee Roaster
• 11 6th St., Vallejo

Mare Island Tree Tour

In 1854, Mare Island’s first Commander (later Admiral), David G. Farragut arrived on a land that was low and flat. Mare Island’s Alden Park, home to a fine collection of trees from many continents and climates of the world, was named for Commander James Alden who carried on Farragut’s tradition of enticing ship captains to bring trees from their voyages. More than a century later, touring the nearly 200 tree species that now live on Mare Island is like touring the world. Be ready to walk and wear comfortable shoes.

• Sat, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
• The Quarters Coffee House
• 1015 Walnut Ave, Vallejo

Vallejo Piecemakers Quilt Guild Meeting

Together, the Vallejo Piecemakers Quilt Guild (VPQG) brings the art of quilting to our members and the communities we touch. We meet on the first Saturdays of the month for a business meeting, workshops and open sew. Whether you’re working on an old project or beginning a new one, VPQG is a place to come together and create. We hope you will join us.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Florence Douglas Center
• 333 Amador St, Vallejo

Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza

Egg Hunt, Twitch the Easter Bunny, Activities, Photo Opportunities, Concessions, Games, Crafts, Music, and More! 

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Children's Wonderland Park
• 360 Glenn St., Vallejo

Mare Island Family Tour + Nature Art

Experience 142 years of not just naval history, but tree history, as we explore the "roots" of the various tree species on Mare Island. This is a family friendly tree tour around Alden Park. Learn about the different trees and species while you forage for materials. At the end of the tour you'll create leaf people from your stash and enjoy snacks! (Recommended ages 4 - 13)

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• The Quarters Coffee House
• 1015 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

Kitty Meet and Greet – Pet Adoptions

Come meet your next best friend! Evening appointments also available. All cats and kittens who are adopted out through Community Cat Advocates have been dewormed, treated for fleas, tested for Felv and FIV, vaccinated to age appropriate levels, microchipped and spayed or neutered.

• Sat, noon to 3 p.m.
• PetSmart
• 952 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

Saturday Drawing Club

A casual weekly gathering. Hang out and draw together! Bring your own pencils, pens and paper. Limited supplies will be provided. For all ages and all experience levels. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Please no ink or paints. The art gallery is open during the Drawing Club. Free, everyone is welcome!

• Sat, noon. to 2 p.m.
• City Arts Gallery
• 420 Virginia St., Vallejo

Git With It

Git With It is apremiere cover band based out of Solano County. We range in all kinds of genres including: Classic Rock, Funk, R&B, Pop, and so much more. We hope to party and dance with you at our next event! Food by Gaga's Rollin Diner.

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Vino Godfather
• 1005 Walnut Ave. #500, Vallejo

Vallejo Watershed Alliance Celebrates 20 Years!

Join the community in celebrating two decades of environmental stewardship with the Vallejo Watershed Alliance’s 20th Anniversary Exhibit at the Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum. This special exhibit highlights the incredible partnerships, projects, and people dedicated to protecting Vallejo’s local creeks and watersheds. Kick off the celebration at the Exhibit Opening Night. Guests will have the opportunity to explore engaging exhibits, hear from Alliance leaders and partner agencies, and learn how collaboration continues to strengthen environmental stewardship throughout the Vallejo community.

• Sat, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St, Vallejo

Meet Linda Rosewood, author of "A Circle Outside"

Please join us Saturday, April 4th at 5pm to welcome author Linda Rosewood and celebrate her debut novel, "A Circle Outside," a subversive comedic novel set in 1980s Santa Cruz! It’s the early 1980s, and a household of lesbian feminists establish a women-only commune in an ancient Californian redwood forest. It seems a perfect place to practice the ritual magic that helps them function harmoniously as a group – even if they aren’t all true believers. By getting back to the land, they can also live more as nature intended and give the finger to the Patriarchy. That doesn’t stop jealousies arising, as Wren, an artist, nurses an unrequited crush on Robin, the land’s extraordinarily generous owner. Further conflict brews as they try to preserve their paradise -- will the "no men on the land" rule be broken?

• Sat, 5 p.m.
• Alibi Bookshop
• 624 Marin St, Vallejo

Guitar Trifecta - Lloyd Gregory / Carl Lockett / Eddie Pasternak

Bay Area’s Most Skilled Guitarists & 7th St. Blues Walk of Fame Honorees. Independently, these guitarists are three of the most skilled musicians in the Bay Area. While each has played on stage and in the studio with a variety of music industry giants across the musical spectrum, Eddie Pasternak, Lloyd Gregory, and Carl Lockett have also individually proven themselves worthy of the center stage with the attention they each command.

• Sat, 7 to 10 p.m.
• 4th Corner Speakeasy @ Red Mens Hall
• 431 Georgia St, Vallejo

Black Box Radio Stars Present: “Stage Door”

Black Box Radio Stars perform a unique immersive radio play expereince. General admission, $20 per person. Cabaret seating, $35 per person (please text Michelle Whitney for reservations @ (707) 334-2039).

• Sat, 7 p.m.
• Mira Theatre
• 51 Daniels Ave, Vallejo

Ancient Rage

Ancient Rage, Beheader, Phantasmal Abyss, Vestige

• Sat, 7:30 p.m. to midnight
• Toot's Tavern
• 1228 Ceres St, Crockett

Sunday, April 5

Easter Sunday Brunch

Hop on to a wide selection of food, desserts, and more!

• Sun, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Table 29 Bistro and Bar
• 3600 Broadway St., American Canyon

GLYPH - Art Exhibition

Featuring thirteen artists from the Bay Area and beyond, Glyph embraces a liminal space which allows subconscious connections to reign and centers gut feeling as a source of poetry, mystery, and magic. Collectively, these artists draw from an enigmatic lexicon of symbols, favoring inscrutable familiarity over anything known or quantified. This intuitive language manifests through a varied approach to material translation that underscores, and celebrates, our innate ability to understand things deeply without having to define them in words.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Personal Space
• 1505 Tennessee St., Vallejo

The 64th Annual Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt

The Kiwanis Club of Benicia is advising parents to have their cameras at the ready - cuteness overload is expected during the club's 64th Annual Easter Egg Hunt. The hunt, games and activities are free to children between the ages of 2 and 8 year old.

• Sun, noon to 2 p.m.
• Benicia City Park
• Military West and First St., Benicia

Love in Action - Free Food, Clothing

If you or anyone you know is experiencing food insecurity or need, share this and tell them to meet us at Revival Center Ministries! Love in Action happens every 1st & 3rd Sunday.

• Sun, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
• Revival Center Ministries
• 910 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Black Box Radio Stars Present: “Stage Door”

Black Box Radio Stars perform a unique immersive radio play experience. General admission, $20 per person. Cabaret seating, $35 per person (please text Michelle Whitney for reservations @ (707) 334-2039).

• Sun, 2 p.m.
• Mira Theatre
• 51 Daniels Ave, Vallejo

Salsa & Bachata Class

Join us Every Sunday, 8 p.m. at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo for Salsa & Bachata Lessons by the amazing Cuban Rhythm and Rumba dance instructors. Dance class ticket includes admission to the Rumba Sundays party at 9 p.m. 21+ event.

• Sun, 8 to 9 p.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Road, Vallejo

Rumba Sunday's

Latin Music Party Every Sunday at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo! Fiesta Latina Todos Los Domingos. Dj Mobeezy and guest DJs bring you the best Top Latin Hits, salsa, bachata, Reggaeton, hip-hop y mas! Free entry to party with Salsa dance class.

• Sun, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Road, Vallejo

Monday, April 6

"Poetry 4 The Mind" Open Mic

This is open mic poetry. All poets n musicians welcomed. Early sign ups text your full name to 832-758-6898

• Mon, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Noonie's Place
• 2300 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo

Community Town Hall Meeting

Join us for a Community Town Hall focused on strengthening public safety in Vallejo! The City of Vallejo and the Solano County Sheriff’s Office invite you to a community meet & greet and Q&A session. This is a great opportunity to connect directly with local deputies and police officers, ask questions, and learn more about ongoing efforts to enhance public safety in our community.

• Mon, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
• Emmanuel Temple Apostolic Church
• 900 6th St., Vallejo

Townhouse Ramblers

Acoustic Evening of Americana, folk, country, and blues featuring Don Bassey, Erin Bakke, Pato Milo, Rich Flynn, CommonUnion59: Laura Malasig and Steve McKenzie, Jeff Campitelli, Cole Panther, Bake Baker, Dan Gabel, and Rich Adams, plus some very special guests – 1st & 3rd Mondays. This long-running event will cease at the end of April.

• Mon, 7 to 10 p.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St, Vallejo

Tuesday, April 7

Baby Bounce

Just for babies and their grownups! Bring your baby for some cozy, active time on your lap. Baby storytime is designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver. We'll have songs, rhymes, a book or two, and plenty of activities for both of you that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking. Storytime is followed by some time to stay and play with your baby or talk to other caregivers. This storytime is geared toward ages 0-18 months.

• Tue, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Sewing Workshop - Quilted Potholder

The Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library is hosting a start-to-finish sewing workshop making a quilted potholder using a classic Shoo Fly quilt block pattern. We will provide a limited selection of fabrics, but you are more than welcome to bring your own materials if you have any you would prefer to use. We have 6 sewing machines available for the workshop. If you have your own machine you would like to bring, please let us so know so we can set up the room accordingly.

• Tue, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

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