Upcoming Vallejo Events — The comic play ‘Bullshot Crummond’ comes to Bay Area Stage Theatre

VALLEJO — A comic theater production will come to Vallejo on Friday, when Bay Area Stage Theatre hosts "Bullshot Crummond," presented by guest theater troupe Silver Moon Theatre from Sonoma. 

The comic parody of low-budget 1930s detective movies typifies British heroism at its dumbest. The play is packed with absurd heroics, rapid-fire costume changes, theatrical magic, and over-the-top characters. It will run on Fridays at 8 p.m. and on Saturdays at 3 and 8 p.m through Jan. 31

Live music around town this week begins at the Empress Marquee Club on Wednesday evening, with Japanese rhythm-and-blues singer and guitarist Takezo Takeda, followed on Thursday evening by Baxter Robertson & The California Psychics who blend roots rock, Americana, and subtle psych-leaning textures into their music.

Then on Friday evening, the band Osito will play alternative rock at the Mare Island Brewing Co. Coal Shed Brewery.

Saturday evening offers a variety of music styles. 

You can catch Vallejo favorite Joyce Grant’s blend of jazz, blues, country western, rhythm and blues, and funk at Mare Island Brewing Co. Ferry Taproom. 

Or you attend the community-driven DJ showcase at the  Northstar Studios Mix Exchange. Expect live DJ sets, genre-blending mixes, and an intimate warehouse vibe where the music is the main focus. 

If classic rock is your thing, the R50 Rush Tribute on Saturday night at the Empress Theatre might fit the bill. R50 recreates the sound, precision, and energy of Rush with jaw-dropping accuracy.

And finally on Sunday afternoon, the Vallejo Symphony will perform An Afternoon of Filipino Art Songs and Favorite Arias at Riverbank. Be forewarned that this event may be sold out.

The monthly Poetry by the Bay open mic event will return to Mira Theatre on Thursday evening, after their fourth-Thursday event collided with November and December holidays. Enjoy live spoken word poetry from bay area poets, and perhaps an appearance by Vallejo’s new poet lauraeate.

Another fun monthly event is coming up on Saturday night, when Ava LaShay will host the Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays drag show at the Townhouse Cocktail Lounge with Mia Fierce and Avery Night.

Civic-minded Vallejoans may find themselves in a quandary on Thursday, when two separate community meetings that involve the health of the waterfront will take place at 6:30 p.m. 

The Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project will host an online community meeting about their regional effort to protect people, neighborhoods, infrastructure, and natural areas from sea level rise, and the city of Vallejo will host the first of two Help Shape the Vallejo Waterfront community workshops at the John F. Kennedy Library Vallejo Room at the same time. 

The city is requesting community input to guide and prioritize waterfront improvements, and to identify locations for new planting and irrigation upgrades. A second community workshop will be held over Zoom on Monday, Jan. 26.

This is only a highlight of the many things to do in and around Vallejo. 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.

Wednesday, January 21

Kid's Club

On the 3rd Wednesday of every month at 4:30, Join us in the Makerspace for games, activities, and crafts. No sign-up is required and all materials are provided. This is a children's program. Ages 6-12.

• Wed, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day

The monthly meeting of the Friends of the American Canyon library to discuss organizational business. Meetings are open to the public.

• Wed, 6 to 7 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

K-Pop Demon Hunters Event

Happy fans, Happy Honmoon! Come celebrate the movie everyone's raving about, K-Pop Demon Hunters! We'll sing, dance, craft, decorate photocards, and cosplay.

• Wed, 6 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., 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

Takezo Takeda

Takezo doesn’t perform the blues as a style—he lives it. His voice carries grit, warmth, and vulnerability, shaped by years of late-night sets, small clubs, big stages, and a life fully committed to the music. Every note feels earned. Every lyric rings true. There is something rare and powerful about hearing the blues expressed through a life that bridges cultures. Takezo treats the blues as a living language— one spoken fluently and honestly, without borders, without pretense

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

Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day

The monthly meeting of the Friends of the American Canyon library to discuss organizational business. Meetings are open to the public.

• Wed, 7 to 8 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

Wednesday Night Open Mic

A friendly space for both beginning musicians and seasoned professionals. Comedians and poets also welcome. First come, first serve sign-up. 3 songs or 15 minutes. We run through the roster until people run out of songs or energy.

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

Thursday, January 22

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

Adult Craft Club

The Vallejo John F. Kennedy library hosts events where adults can craft and feel creative on the first 4 Thursdays of the month.

• Thu, 6 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Uncle Sea Monster

Uncle Sea Monster, the totally rippin’ sonic wave shreddin’ MIRV returns to the Lucca stage! He and the great Louie Senor have this incredible Surf Rock band for your listening pleasure. Conditions = 10/10. Don’t wipe out by missing this one!

• Thu, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Help Shape the Vallejo Waterfront

The City of Vallejo is launching an effort to guide waterfront improvements—and we want YOU to be part of the process! The Vallejo Waterfront Grant Implementation Plan will identify locations for new planting and irrigation upgrades funded by a grant for urban greening from the USDA. Your input is essential to help prioritize these improvements.

Workshop #1 – In Person

• Thu, 6:30 p.m.
• John F. Kennedy Library - Vallejo Room and Zoom
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Baxter Robertson & The California Psychics

Join us for a night of original music with real chemistry and real musicianship as Baxter Robertson & The California Psychics take the stage. Robertson is artist whose songs balance grit and vulnerability, blending roots rock, Americana, and subtle psych-leaning textures into a sound that feels cinematic and alive. Backing him is The California Psychics, a lineup of powerhouse players with deep roots in blues, soul, and American music—each bringing decades of stage and studio experience into one tight, expressive band.

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

Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project - Online Community Meeting

Join us for an online community meeting to help shape the future of the Solano Bayshore Resiliency Project, a regional effort to protect people, neighborhoods, infrastructure, and natural areas from sea level rise. This one-hour virtual session is an opportunity for residents from Suisun City, Fairfield, Vallejo, Benicia, and unincorporated Solano County to learn about the project, ask questions, and share what matters most to you. City and county staff from across the Solano Bayshore region will be in attendance, along with project partners, to answer questions and listen to community input.

• Thu, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Virtual

Pretzel Making Class

Hands-on, Pretzel Making Class Using Spent Grain from our Brewery ‍ Warm your winter heart with this knotty, twisted and wickedly fun workshop! In class, each ticket holder will receive a demo ball of chilled pretzel dough to learn how to portion, roll and twist into pretzels. We'll make traditional twists, unusual twists, and your creations. Our spring 2026 classes are emphasizing animal shapes like an octopus, a turtle, a snail, or a snake! ‍ The in-class demo will cover: How to make spent grain pretzel dough using the Grainbakers method How to make hot cheddar cheese pub dip for your pretzels ‍ Each ticket holder will leave class with: 4-6 ready-to-eat hot soft pretzels Recipe cards for the Grainbakers Soft Pretzels, Grainbakers Hot Cheddar Cheese Dip and our Pretzel Dipping mustard A new dough cutter/bench scraper.

• Thu, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Coal Shed Brewery
• 850 Nimitz Ave, Vallejo

Alibi Bookshop January Book Club: "The Measure" by Nikki Erlick

We're starting 2026 off with Nikki Erlick's "The Measure." "It seems like any other day. You wake up, pour a cup of coffee, and head out. But today, when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small wooden box. This box holds your fate inside: the answer to the exact number of years you will live. From suburban doorsteps to desert tents, every person on every continent receives the same box. In an instant, the world is thrust into a collective frenzy. Where did these boxes come from? What do they mean? Is there truth to what they promise? As society comes together and pulls apart, everyone faces the same shocking choice: Do they wish to know how long they’ll live? And, if so, what will they do with that knowledge? The Measure charts the dawn of this new world through an unforgettable cast of characters whose decisions and fates interweave with one another: best friends whose dreams are forever entwined, pen pals finding refuge in the unknown, a couple who thought they didn’t have to rush, a doctor who cannot save himself, and a politician whose box becomes the powder keg that ultimately changes everything. Enchanting and deeply uplifting, The Measure is a sweeping, ambitious, and invigorating story about family, friendship, hope, and destiny that encourages us to live life to the fullest."

• Thu, 7 p.m.
• Alibi Bookshop
• 624 Marin St, Vallejo

Poetry by the Bay

Join us live at the Mira Theatre every 4th Thursday of the month. This is the spot where poets gather to share their work and to hear the work of others. Come experience what’s been created, curated, and aged for nearly two decades. Enjoy live spoken word poetry from bay area poets! Founded in 2008 by Kyrah Ayers. Hosted by Keith Thompson. A warm, welcoming environment open to all, including beginners.

• Thu, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Mira Theater
• 51 Daniels Ave., Vallejo

Friday, January 23

Free Tax Help United Way VITA

Come get your taxes done for free with the assistance of United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistants (VITA).

• Fri, 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

151st Installation & Business Awards Dinner

Join us as we honor our Businesses of the Year, Ambassador of the Year, Bud Butler Man of the Year, Athena Woman of the Year, and install our 2026 Board Chair and Directors! Seating is limited so purchase your tickets early!! We'll see you there!

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Vallejo Veterans Memorial Building
• 420 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

Live Music Friday with Osito

Branching from their diverse musical roots, Osito brings to the table a variety of musical stylings and influences such as: Led Zeppelin, The Flaming Lips, Death Cab for Cutie, Green Day, and many many more.

• Fri, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Coal Shed Brewery
• 850 Nimitz Ave, Vallejo

Don Bassey & Friends

The tradition continues! 4th Fridays each month, Don brings us some of the best in the Blues, Rock, and Americana spectrum of artists in the Bay Area.

• Fri, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Bullshot Crummond

Get ready for outrageous laughs and nonstop fun! Bay Area Stage Theatre proudly presents the Silver Moon Theatre production of - Bullshot Crummond! — a wildly silly spoof of classic adventure films packed with absurd heroics, rapid-fire costume changes, theatrical magic, and over-the-top characters.

• Fri, 8 to 10:30 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre on Broadway
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays

Ava LaShay hosts Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays drag show, 4th Saturdays, with Mia Fierce and Avery Night.

• Fri, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St, Vallejo

Saturday, January 24

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

Friends of the American Canyon Library Donation Day

The monthly meeting of the Friends of the American Canyon library to discuss organizational business. Meetings are open to the public.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

Bilingual Storytime

Stories, music, movement and fun for kids 0-5 years of age. Cuentos, música, danza, y diversión para niños de edades 0-5

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., 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

Justin Jones

Gathering momentum in recent years performing at acoustic and singer-songwriter nights, he is picking up tons of fans all along the way.

• Sat, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Bullshot Crummond

Get ready for outrageous laughs and nonstop fun! Bay Area Stage Theatre proudly presents the Silver Moon Theatre production of - Bullshot Crummond! — a wildly silly spoof of classic adventure films packed with absurd heroics, rapid-fire costume changes, theatrical magic, and over-the-top characters.

• Sat, 3 to 5:30 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre on Broadway
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

Bay Front Chamber Crab Feed

Crab, Chicken, Pasta & Salad Bar ~ Music & Dancing

• Sat, 4:30 to 10 p.m.
• Hercules Community Center
• 2001 Refugio Valley Road, Hercules

Prom With Mom 2026 Mother Son Dance

Get ready for a fun night at Prom With Mom 2026, the ultimate mother-son dance bash!

• Sat, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• SDS Parish Hall
• 935 East 5th St., Benicia

Live Music Saturday with Joyce Grant

A mezzo-soprano with a voice like dark honey, Grant has a performance resume which includes a wide range of venues including the Empire Plush Room and Zingari Ristaurante in San Francisco, the Ledson Hotel in Sonoma, Sam's Chowder House & Cetrella in Half Moon Bay, the Sticky Rice in Fairfield, Carneros in Napa, Slates in Walnut Creek, Joe's of Lafayette, and the Woodminster Amphitheater just to name a few.

• Sat, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Ferry Taproom
• 289 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

Northstar Mix Exchange

Mix Exchange 4 is a community-driven DJ showcase and listening experience hosted at NORTHSTAR Studios. This event brings together DJs, creatives, and music lovers to share sounds, connect, and build culture—no egos, just GOOD energy. Expect live DJ sets, genre-blending mixes, and an intimate warehouse vibe where the music is the main focus. Whether you’re a DJ, supporter, or just pulling up for good music, Mix Exchange is about showing love to the craft and the community.

• Sat, 6 to 10 p.m.
• Northstar Studios
• 1518 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo

Greg Rahn’s Mardi Gras/Carnival Party

A very special event! With Carnival season starting on January 6 (Twelfth Night) no need to wait until February to get in the mood! We’re kicking things off with this all-star special Saturday night event! Party on!

• Sat, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

Bullshot Crummond

Get ready for outrageous laughs and nonstop fun! Bay Area Stage Theatre proudly presents the Silver Moon Theatre production of - Bullshot Crummond! — a wildly silly spoof of classic adventure films packed with absurd heroics, rapid-fire costume changes, theatrical magic, and over-the-top characters.

• Sat, 8 to 10:30 p.m.
• Bay Area Stage Theatre on Broadway
• 515 Broadway St., Vallejo

R50 Rush Tribute

R50 recreates the sound, precision, and energy of Rush with jaw-dropping accuracy—Neil-inspired drum work, Geddy-level bass/keys and vocals, and Alex-style guitar tones—delivering a high-energy show that has fans air-drumming and singing all night. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Music begins at 8 p.m.

• Sat, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Empress Theatre
• 330 Virginia St, Vallejo

Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays

Ava LaShay hosts Serve it to ‘Em Saturdays drag show, 4th Saturdays, with Mia Fierce and Avery Night.

• Sat, 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St, Vallejo

Sunday, January 25

St. Peter's Chapel - Self-guided Tour

Visit St. Peter’s Chapel, home to the largest collection of Tiffany stained-glass windows in a single location. The chapel is open to the public on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month for self-guided visits and quiet reflection. Volunteers are on-site to share history, answer questions, and help you experience the beauty and heritage of Mare Island’s most beloved landmark.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• St. Peter’s Chapel
• 1181 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

Mending Knits

Don't toss that favorite sweater or t-shirt just because of a small hole! Join us for this practical workshop where you'll learn simple, effective techniques to repair and restore your beloved knits. We'll cover how to mend small holes in t-shirts and lightweight knits, plus learn the art of darning for visible mending worn areas and larger holes in heavier knits.

• Sun, noon to 3 p.m.
• The Exchange
• 617 Marin St, Vallejo

Dawn & Tony

Dawn Angelosante brings a keen pop sensibility and heartfelt passion to every performance. Her voice wraps her lyrics into a dreamscape of sound and story, touching on love, friendship, heartbreak and self-reflection. Tony Gibson’s songwriting blends infectious melodies with honest, emotionally resonant lyrics. His music feels both familiar and fresh, painting vivid portraits of real-life moments.

• Sun, 1 to 3 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Company - First Street Taphouse
• 440 First St., Benicia

Charles Wheal

The English Blues and Roots artist has been winning fans for over 20 years with his mix of Chicago, Texas, and West Coast sound. Great player! Great band!

• Sun, 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.
• Lucca Bar & Grill
• 439 First St., Benicia

An Afternoon of Filipino Art Songs and Favorite Arias

A Vallejo Symphony special event with Senen Bagos, Jr. - Tenor, Debbie Barlow - Piano Megan Rae Ibita - Piano Edan Dimaisip - Piano Justin Trujillo - Alto Saxophone

• Sun, 3 to 5 p.m.
• Riverbank Vallejo
• 332 Georgia St., Vallejo

Salsa & Bachata Class

Before the rumba party, Salsa & Bachata Lessons by Cuban Rhythm and Rumba Dance Studio from 8pm-9pm (Free entry to party with Salsa dance class).

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

Rumba Sundays Party at H Lounge in Vallejo, Every Sunday!

RUMBA SUNDAYS at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo Latin Music Party Every Sunday at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo! Fiesta Latina Todos Los Domingos

• Sun, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Road, Vallejo

Monday, January 26

Computer Skills Class/ Habilidades en computación

Learn to use a laptop, the internet, basic computer security, email, and more.

• Mon, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

Help Shape the Vallejo Waterfront

The City of Vallejo is launching an effort to guide waterfront improvements—and we want YOU to be part of the process! The Vallejo Waterfront Grant Implementation Plan will identify locations for new planting and irrigation upgrades funded by a grant for urban greening from the USDA. Your input is essential to help prioritize these improvements.

Workshop #2 – Virtual

• Mon, 6:30 p.m.
• Zoom
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Tuesday, January 27

Preschool Storytime

We share stories, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and laugh along with puppets. Kids can discover their lifelong love of books and the library today. Everyone is welcome!

• Tue, 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

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

City Council Regular Meeting

City Council meetings are hybrid in-person and on Zoom. Agendas can be viewed on the City Agendas & Videos webpage at www.cityofvallejo.net and are posted a minimum of 72 hours in advance for regular meetings and 24 hours in advance for special meetings. There will be a video link at the left of the agenda page once the meeting begins. This will also serve as a future archive of the meeting. For better live video performance, use the direct Zoom link found in the first paragraph of the agenda window, on the second tab. City Council meetings are also broadcast on Vallejo’s cable channel, VCAT.

• Tue, 7 to 11 p.m.
• Vallejo City Hall
• 555 Santa Clara St, Vallejo

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