Upcoming Vallejo Events — Vallejo Festival on the Waterfront

VALLEJO — On Saturday, the daylong Vallejo Festival will take place on the Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green. The event raises funds for local nonprofits with attractions that include a splash chair, a ducky derby, disc golf, a car show and a whaleboat regatta.

The Vallejo Festival is a shortened version of the Vallejo Waterfront Weekend festival that had been on the first weekend in October since 2014. This year it nearly didn’t happen, and was condensed to Saturday-only and dubbed Vallejo Festival. However, the festival’s footprint will be expanded with the closure of Mare Island Way between Capitol and Georgia Streets to make more room for attractions.

The Splash Chair is sure to be a hit this year. The prominent public figures to be dunked include several Vallejo City Council members, Vallejo City Manager Andrew Murray, Vallejo Police Chief Jason Ta, Solano County Supervisor Cassandra James, Vallejo Seaweed General Manager Mark Walter, Waterfront Weekend organizer Jon Riley and former City Council member and Vallejo Main Street President Pippin Dew.

Wednesday is Solano Community Foundation’s “Live Solano Give Solano” 24 hour day of giving to support over 150 local nonprofits and community based organizations (including the Vallejo Sun). The premise of this  fundraiser is that giving locally creates direct, visible impact in your own community while offering meaningful engagement opportunities. Visit the  Live Solano Give Solano website before midnight to participate.

Then on Wednesday evening, Fresh Air Vallejo will launch EJ4Vallejo at the Norman C. King Community Center. EJ4Vallejo is a community-driven effort to bring environmental justice to the heart of Vallejo. This event will be about sharing stories, building solutions, and making sure everyone in the community has a voice in creating a healthier, more equitable future. Dinner will be provided for all attendees with a free advance registration. 

Mare Island Art Studios will celebrate the addition of two new artists to their collective on Saturday afternoon, with an opening reception for the monthlong New Kids on the Block gallery show. The show will feature a cross section of paintings, sculptures and ceramics by those two artists, Susan Noll and Rosalyn Parhams. The show is open to the public and free, and will also be open every Sunday afternoon during the month of October.

Live music this week begins on Wednesday evening with blues guitarist/vocalist and songwriter Nathan James at the Empress Marquee Club. If you’re still in the mood for live music after the Marquee Club closes, meander over to the Townhouse Cocktail lounge for their weekly open mic event.

Then on Friday Night, the 4th Corner Jam Night open mic will take place at the 4th Corner Speakeasy in the  Red Men’s Hall.

On Saturday you can start your morning with samples of coffee from around the world at Moschetti Coffee Roaster, while Joslay Jose and friends play reggae-infused indie pop fusion for your listening pleasure. 

Saturday afternoon brings an opportunity to see Juan Escovedo play R&B inspired dance music at Vino Godfather. Or on Saturday evening you can catch the  eclectic hip-hop music of DaeShawn Forrest at Noble Cinema Studios. Later into Saturday night, the Odd Fellows Hall will host a Waterfront Weekend Afterparty with Rock Candy’s ‘80s dance rock, and the Voltones surfadelic sounds..

On Sunday afternoon, the DonGato Band will play sophisticated Latin rhythms at Vino Godfather. Then on Monday evening the Townhouse Ramblers will return to the Townhouse after taking a short break, for an evening of Americana, folk, country, and blues.

If you’re looking for comedy, Bambino’s will host Blackbook Comedy’s family friendly stand-up comedy show on Tuesday evening.

Solano County moved the annual National Night Out community policing events from August to Oct. 7 this year. The Sun could only find two of these block parties in Vallejo. One for residents of the Vista neighborhood, and one at the First Christian Church Of Vallejo. Your own social networks may reveal a National Night Out event near you.

These are just some highlights of things to do in Vallejo. Scroll down the list below for a summary of more live music, events and recreational activities in Vallejo and nearby towns. Check our events page for an even more comprehensive listing of upcoming events and late-breaking updates. 

Wednesday, October 1

Live Solano Give Solano

Investing in local nonprofits creates direct, visible impact in your own community while offering meaningful engagement opportunities. You can see firsthand how your contribution helps - whether it's a food bank serving neighbors, youth programs keeping kids safe, or environmental groups improving local spaces. Local organizations often operate more efficiently with lower overhead costs, and they understand community-specific needs that larger organizations might miss. This targeted approach typically produces more effective solutions to local challenges. Beyond the immediate impact, local nonprofit investment builds valuable community connections and networks.

• Wednesday until midnight
• Solano Community Foundation

EJ4Vallejo Community Launch – Environmental Justice for Vallejo

Join Fresh Air Vallejo for the launch of EJ4Vallejo, a community-driven effort to bring Environmental Justice to the heart of Vallejo! This evening will be about sharing stories, building solutions, and making sure everyone in our community has a voice in creating a healthier, more equitable future. Dinner provided for all attendees. Learn what environmental justice means for Vallejo. Share your experiences and hear from your neighbors. Dinner provided | Open to all community members. Free with RSVP. Partners: Center for Urban Excellence • Centro Latino • Citizens Air Monitoring Network • NAACP

• Wed, 5 to 8 p.m.
• King Norman C Community Center
• 545 Magazine St, Vallejo

Lawyers in the Library

The Vallejo JFK Library offers the Lawyers in the Library program on the first and third Wednesdays of every month.Each meeting is 15 minutes. Space is limited and slots fill up on a first come, first serve basis. Please call or come in-person at 9am on the day of the program to reserve a spot. If you would like more information, please call us at (866) 572-7587.

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

Vallejo City Unified School District - Public Governing Board Meeting

School Board meeting, Public Session.

• Wed, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Vallejo City Unified School District
• 665 Walnut Ave, Governing Board Room, 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

Nahan James: Blues on Tour

An evening of original blues and roots music by the Nathan James trio featuring special guest from Barcelona Spain, Victor Puertas on Hammond organ, harmonica and vocals. Nathan James is a well known and respected roots and blues guitarist/vocalist and songwriter based in the San Jacinto Mountains, CA. He immersed himself in the blues as a teenager and joined blues legend James Harman's band by the age of 19. With Harman, he toured all over the USA learning and playing the blues right where it came from before starting his own solo career. Nathan quickly fell in love with all of the traditions of roots American music and has done his homework in styles ranging from pre-war rural piedmont and delta blues, to big city rhythm & blues to soul and country. Nathan's original sound is a mix of all of these styles and much more.

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

KARAOKE

Every Wednesday grab your friends and sing your heart out karaoke. Hosted by Glen Snyder,

• Wed, 7 to 10 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

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

Thursday, October 2

English Conversation Club

Practice your English conversation skills with other adult learners in an informal and friendly setting. No registration required!

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

Stay & Play @ JFK

Join other families at this library playgroup. Build friendships and community. This event will repeat every Thursday morning with open play plus a reading corner. Adult supervision is required.

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

Benicia Certified Farmers Market

Join us weekly for the perfect blend of community and fresh local flavors. Farm-fresh produce from regional growers, artisanal foods and specialty items, handcrafted goods from local artisans, live music and entertainment, family activities and community nonprofit booths.

• Thu, 4 to 7 p.m.
• First Street between B and D Streets
• 1st St, Benicia

Friendship Bracelets

Make a beaded friendship bracelet to share, swap, or keep, while you hang out with your friends!

• Thu, 4 to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Pacific Standard

Disciples of The Band, The Eagles, and Grateful Dead, they draw musical inspiration from the Laurel Canyon and Americana traditions.

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

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.

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

Hayley Green Duo

Kick off our brand-new Thursday Night Live series with Fairfield’s own Hayley Green and guitarist Ryan Jackson — two hours of feel-good favorites and soulful vocals that set the perfect after-work vibe.

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

Family Tree Maker, with speaker Mark Olsen

Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia's October speaker is Mark Olsen. Olsen is the Family Tree Maker ambassador to historical and genealogical societies around the world. Family Tree Maker 2024 is genealogy software that allows the researcher to keep track of information collected during research and to create reports, charts, and books containing that information. The event is free. All are welcome.

• Thu, 1:30 p.m.
• Zoom – email GSVBzoom@gmail.com for access

Friday, October 3

KHF Annual Charity Golf Tournament

The Kyle Hyland Foundation for Teen Support will be hosting the 9th Annual KHF Charity Golf Tournament on Oct 3, 2025 at Blue Rock Golf Course. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and we hope that you can all join on the course and/or help out becoming a golf sponsor. Proceeds will benefit KHF teen programs including the Hyland Teen Center of Benicia.

• Fri, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Blue Rock Golf Course
• 655 Columbus Pkwy., Vallejo

Malinky Music

Join us for a special family storytime to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Ms. Emilia from Malinky Music will be sharing stories, music, and dance. Malinky Music combines hands-on instrument play, bilingual exploration, and dynamic group activities.

• Fri, 10 to 10:30 a.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

First Friday Lunch Mob @ Provisions

Join Vallejo Chamber of Commerce for lunch and support a local restaurant! We gather at 11:30am and stay until around 1pm. This is a great way to get to know your fellow chamber members and potential members.

• Fri, 11:30 a.m.
• V-Town Provisions
• 300 Virginia St, Vallejo

Mari Mack & Livin’ Like Kings

Bay Area Soulful Blues, formed by Mari Tamburo (vocals) and Arne Frager (bass) after the pair met in 2000 at the legendary Plant Studios, owned by Frager himself.

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

Odd Fridays Salon

Join us the first Friday of each month for an evening of fascinating discussions and unexpected discoveries. Because everyone's an expert at something. Step into an evening where small talk is banned and strange obsessions are celebrated. Once a month, three brave souls take the floor to share their most intriguing passions, peculiar discoveries, and unexpected expertise - about anything except their day jobs.

• Fri, 7 to 9 p.m.
• The Exchange
• 617 Marin St, Vallejo

4th Corner Jam Night

Come enjoy live music, cocktails, and friends at the 4th Corner Speakeasy in Vallejo. Located inside the historic Red Men's building in Vallejo. 21 and up.

• Fri, 8 to 11 p.m.
• 4th Corner Speakeasy (Red Men’s Hall)
• 431 Georgia St, Vallejo

Vallejo Garden Club Calender Contest - Photos Due

The Vallejo Garden Club, a committee at the Vallejo Architectural Heritage Foundation, invites you to submit your pictures to our annual photo contest for our calendar for 2026. This year, a new twist - feel free to add architectural elements to highlight the relationship between homes and gardens.

Deadline for photos is Friday October 3rd at 11:45 p.m. Entry is free. Nonmembers may submit up to 3 photos. Members may submit up to 5. See event for full instructions.

• Fri, 11:45 p.m. deadline
• Vallejo Garden Club

Saturday, October 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

45th Annual Salinas Fiesta 2025

The Salinians of Northern California, Inc. cordially invite you to its 45th Annual Salinas Fiesta, honoring our Patroness, Nuestra Señora del Santissimo Rosario and Reina de Caracol. The festivities will start with a Floral Offering (Alayan) at 9:30 am, followed by the Celebration of the Holy Mass. Afterwards, the Salinians’ Band will usher the start of the traditional “Karakol”. As always, lunch and entertainment will be provided. Later in the afternoon, we will have our “Prusisyon” or Candlelight Procession Holy Rosary.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Solano County Fairgrounds, McCormack Hall
• 900 Fairgrounds Dr, Vallejo

Kids Workshop at Home Depot

Come join Play Date with Leo and the Home Depot for a kids workshop! This is a FREE, hands on workshop for kids and all materials will be provided. Registration is REQUIRED. We will be building a “Haunted Candy Box.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to noon
• The Home Depot
• 1175 Admiral Callaghan Lane, Vallejo

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. Sometimes you can find local honey, homemade soap and other goodies here.

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

Community Coffee Tasting with live music by Joslay Jose

Sample coffee from around the world, browse crafts and confections by local vendors, or enjoy made-to order crêpes. Joslay Jose and friends will play reggae-infused pop fusion for your listening pleasure. Music from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Moschetti Coffee
• 11 Sixth St. (Curtola Pkwy. & Solano Ave.), Vallejo

Vallejo Festival (Waterfront Weekend)

Same excitement and fun as Vallejo Waterfront Weekend, all put into one day. Celebrate Vallejo’s rich history, culture, and local pride with a daytime event packed into one unforgettable day. From whaleboat races and live music to delicious food, art, and youth-focused activities. Join us for a community celebration that honors the past and builds toward the future — all along Vallejo’s beautiful waterfront.

Fin de semana en el Waterfront de Vallejo

Celebre la rica historia, cultura y orgullo local de Vallejo con un evento diurno concentrado en un día inolvidable. Desde carreras de lanchas balleneras y música en directo hasta deliciosa comida, arte y actividades para los jóvenes. Únase a nosotros en una celebración comunitaria que honra el pasado y construye el futuro, todo ello a lo largo del hermoso paseo marítimo de Vallejo.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Green
• 301 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

Glass Pumpkin Patch

Enjoy a beverage from The Quarters Coffee House and have fun shopping through the Glass Pumpkin Patch! Hundreds of Glass Pumpkins will be for sale and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation. Hope to see your there!

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The Quarters Coffee House
• 1015 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Come join the Springstowne Library and dive into a whirlwind of tales in English and Spanish, spiced up with a dash of singing, dancing and playtime!
Disfruta de los cuentos, canciones, y rimas con tu familia.

• Sat, 11 to 11:30 a.m.
• Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave, Vallejo

Dungeons & Dragons with Dungeon Master Mr. Calloway

This group uses Roll20 online platform and has remote participation options. If you are interested in joining this group please email the Teen Librarian at: sneigenman@solanocounty.gov

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

6th Annual Family Fall Fest

Come join us at Benicia City Park for a day filled with fun activities for the whole family. Get ready for live music, delicious food, exciting games, and more!

• Sat, noon to 5 p.m.
• City Park
• 150 Military West, Benicia

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

New Kids on the Block Art Exhibit Opening Reception

New Kids on the Block is the October art exhibit at Mare Island Art Studios, 110 Pintado St, Vallejo featuring their two newest Artists Susan Noll and Rosalyn Parhams. The show features a cross section of paintings, sculptures and ceramics by these two talented Artists. No tickets required. Open to the public and free. Opening reception Saturday, October 4 from noon to 4pm. After that the exhibit is open every Sunday during October from noon to 4pm. Be sure to visit and meet these two Artists.

• Sat, noon to 4 p.m.
• Mare island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

Constantine Bogios & Larrie Noble

Constantine Bogios & Larrie Noble, appearing in this duo format at Lucca for the first time!

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

Juan Escovedo

Join us at Vino Godfather Winery for an afternoon of R&B inspired dance music by Juan Escovedo. From a young age, Juan Escovedo immersed himself in the world of rhythm, teaching himself to play bongos, congas, trap drums, timbales, and various percussion instruments. At just 14, he began performing alongside his father, the legendary Pete Escovedo. This early exposure to music laid the foundation for Juan's intricate style and originality, drawn from a rich musical heritage and a deep compassion for his craft.

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

Party of Your Imagination” - Artists of the Arc Solano: Opening Reception

The Marilyn Citron O’Rourke Art Gallery at the Benicia Public Library is pleased to present Party of Your Imagination, an exhibition of artwork celebrating the creative spirit of visual artists at Art@Arc, an arts program within The Arc Solano in Vallejo, California. The Arc Solano is a non-profit organization which for decades has planned, developed, and implemented programs and services for adults with developmental differences and their families. 

Party of Your Imagination is a collection of work showcasing artists who are currently or have recently been working in this stimulating studio environment. The exhibition is a celebratory selection from the abundance of highly imaginative artwork being created there, and it will be on display from October 3, 2025 through November 6, 2025.

• Sat, 2 to 5 p.m.
• Marilyn Citron O'Rourke Art Gallery at the Benicia Public Library
• 150 East L Street, Benicia

DaeShawn Forrest: LONG LIVE THE DREAM Concert

Get ready for an epic night at Noble Cinema Studios! DaeShawn Forrest performs live-energy, music & good vibes! All ages welcome!

• Sat, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Noble Cinema Studios
• 1509 Solano Ave., Vallejo

Camp Jeff

Rock 'n' Roll with the Jeffs - Campitelli and Tamelier, also featuring David Sikes, Darby Gould, and Hardy Hemphill!

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

Waterfront Weekend After Party Saturday Oct 4

Rock Candy 80's Rock Dance Band and the Voltones Surf Rock with plenty of room to dance, seating to socialize, and bar. Hosted in the ballroom at the Odd Fellows Lodge building at corner of Marin and Georgia. $10 adults, $5 kids, under 6 free.

• Sat, 7 to 11:45 p.m.
• Odd Fellows Hall
• 342 Georgia St., Vallejo

Sunday, October 5

Glass Pumpkin Patch

Enjoy a beverage from The Quarters Coffee House and have fun shopping through the Glass Pumpkin Patch! Hundreds of Glass Pumpkins will be for sale and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Mare Island Historic Park Foundation. Hope to see your there!

• Sun, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• The Quarters Coffee House
• 1015 Walnut Ave., Vallejo

DonGato Band

The DonGato Band plays salsa, Cuban son, cumbias, cha cha cha, smooth Latin jazz and many other sophisticated Latin rhythms.

• Sun, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Vino Godfather
• 1005 Walnut Avenue #500, Vallejo

Bryan Girard Jazz Trio

Saxophonist Bryan Girard will be playing again at the lovely Inn at Benicia Bay on East D Street (just around the corner from 1st Street). It’s a beautiful old Victorian house transformed into an Inn with indoor and outdoor cafes serving exceptionally good food, beer, wines and cocktails. Girard will be joined by Tim Campbell on keyboard and Dave Bell on guitar, playing outdoors under the gazebo surrounded by shaded tables. This is a terrific setting and people are loving it!

• Sun, 1:30 to 4 p.m.
• The Inn at Benicia Bay
• 145 East D St., Benicia

The Billy Martini Show ROCKS The Warehouse!

We're gonna stretch summer out just a little further! Let's rock!

• Sun, 1:30 p.m.
• The Warehouse
• 5 Canyon Lake Dr, Port Costa

Mark Hummel

Grammy nominated, Blues Music Award winning harmonica!

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

Sabroso Sundays

Latin Music Party Every Sunday! Fiesta Latina Todos Los Domingos! Dj Mobeezy and guest DJs bring you the best Top Latin Hits, salsa, bachata, reggaeton, hip-hop y mas! Salsa & bachata lessons by Cuban Rhythm and Rumba Dance Studio from 8 to 9 p.m. Party begins at 9 p.m. Dress to impress - dress code enforced: no baggy clothing, tank tops, hoodies, beanies, flip-flops, or backpacks allowed. 21+ event. 

• Sun, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Road, Vallejo

Monday, October 6

Movement with Mary Jane

Movement with Mary Jane is a guided movement flow to enhance the mind, body, spirit connection. 6 to 7 p.m. is the "Inhale Session", where we vaporize our herbal allies and unwind over freshly brewed tea. 7 to 8 p.m. is the "Exhale Flow", where we center in our breath and find balance in our bodies through soft stretches, moving into gentle, breath-informed dance. This is an infused experience for people 21 and over, exceptions made if you have a doctor’s recommendation.

• Mon, 6 to 8 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Shut Up and Write

Please join Benicia Literary Arts for an evening of focused writing time at the Benicia Library. All genres and experience levels are encouraged, and don't worry, no one will see what you've written! This is about getting your writing done and meeting other local writers.

• Mon, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Benicia Public Library
• 150 E L St., Benicia

Townhouse Ramblers

Acoustic Evening of Americana, folk, country, and blues featuring Don Bassey, Erin Bakke and Pato Milo. Pluss occasional special guests like Rich Flynn, CommonUnion59: Laura Malasig and Steve McKenzie, Jeff Campitelli, Cole Panther, Bake Baker, Dan Gabel, and Rich Adams. Now 1st & 3rd Mondays.

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

Tuesday, October 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

National Night Out

The community is invited to join us as we enjoy food, music, and fellowship! This is a safe space to get to know your neighbors and help build relationships between police and the community!

• Tue, 4:30 p.m. to dusk
• First Christian Church Of Vallejo
• 1035 Indiana St., Vallejo

Vista Neighborhood National Night Out

The city and Solano County have moved the date from August to October, so… The 2025 National Night Out (NNO) is Tuesday October 7th and we are planning a block party for the Vista Neighborhood Association. The event is open to Vista residents.

NOTE: This is a nation wide event, so other neighborhoods in Vallejo also will have them, as will other towns all over the place!

• Tue, 6 to 8 p.m.
• 200 El Camino Real
• 138 Camino Alto, Vallejo

CreativiTea and Craft Club Every Tuesday

Get together with your downtown arts community to work side by side on art projects while sipping tea and listening to music. Bring a project you're working on, or get inspired to start something fresh. We will have some art supplies available. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated.

• Tue, 6 to 9 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Cardio Dance Fitness

Want to relieve stress and get fit at the same time?Come boogie with me at the library for an upbeat workout, jamming to some Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and Bollywood tunes. This workout involves a combination of dancing and other cardio-aerobic, non-weight training.

• Tue, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Make Fellows

Draw, paint, stitch, knit and make. All are welcome!

• Tue, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Odd Fellows Hall
• 342 Georgia St., Vallejo

Feminist October Book Club: Her Body & Other Parties: Stories

There isn't enough room here for all the accolades "Her Body and Other Parties" by Carmen Maria Machado has received, so you'll just have to read it and come to October's Feminist Book Club to find out what all the fuss is about. “Earthy and otherworldly, antic and sexy, queer and caustic, comic and deadly serious, Her Body and Other Parties swings from horrific violence to the most exquisite sentiment. In their explosive originality, these stories enlarge the possibilities of contemporary fiction."

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

Blackbook Comedy ~ Stand Up At Bambino's

Need a little laughter in your life? Looking to turn that frown upside down? Look no further, we are the place for you! Guile Mosher is the host with the most as he curates a fresh line up bringing together local comedians all for our pleasure. Grab the family and come on down for your fill on laughter and great food. Support our local comedians!

• Tue, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
• Bambino’s
• 301 Georgia street #122, Vallejo

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