Upcoming Vallejo Events — Vallejo Open Studios citywide art tour

VALLEJO — The annual Vallejo Open Studios self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries will take place this weekend. An artist reception will be held at the Vallejo Museum on Friday evening, where you can meet the artists, view samples of their work, and pick up a printed directory of the tour.

The tour sites will range from small independent artist studios to large group shows at the Norman C. King South Vallejo Community Center and Mare Island Art Studios. 

Participating artists are diverse in every way, including age. 16-year-old Myla J will host her “So Black That…” show that explores the expression of complexion and the therapeutic properties of certain colors. A large collection of ceramics by 101-year-old Vallejo artist Dorothy Ann Herger will be for sale at Mare Island Art Studios.

Other participants include Don Douglass in Hiddenbrooke, whose painting was selected for this year’s directory cover, and Cyndi Combs Photography on Tennessee Street, where you can pick up her 2026 calendar or photographic prints. 

The museum exhibit will be open through Nov. 26, and the Mare Island Art Studios exhibit will be open on Sundays through Nov. 30.

Other artistic events that coincide with Vallejo Open Studios are a holiday show at Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery & Multicultural Bookstore that features the art of Robert Simmons. This show will open on Thursday afternoon and run through Jan. 3.

Then on Sunday afternoon, visit Alibi Bookshop for the Punk Photography of Murray Bowles retrospective. a collection of Bowles' classic images shot in basements, warehouses, and nightclubs featuring images of bands such as Green Day, Operation Ivy, Neurosis, Crimpshrine, the Dead Kennedys, MDC, and Soundgarden. Notable panelists will be on site to discuss the punk scene and book, "Hail Murray!" 

Tuesday Nov. 11 is Veterans Day. Official ceremonies will be held at the Mare Island Naval Cemetery at 9 a.m, and at the Vallejo Warriors' Memorial in the park behind Vallejo City Hall at 11 a.m.

The annual Lost Boats of Mare Island memorial service will be held on Sunday afternoon at Berth 6 at the end of A Street on Mare Island, where the historic USS LCS is docked. The service will honor the 569 crewmen of seven Mare Island-built submarines lost during World War II.

Among the many live music events happening this week, an evening of Original Pilipino Music classics, featuring hits by legendary songwriter Cecile Azarcon, will take place at the Empress Theatre on Saturday night. Azarcon will be backed by Sounds of Manila Band. Special guests include Jam Morales, Tim Pavino, JAYA, with appearances by Miriam Pantig, Garth Garcia, Armand Mandia, Pia Villahermosa, JULLEZ, Clare Resilla, Tiffany Carandang, and Eman Orduna.

If you’re looking for some recreational family fun, check out Family Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball at the GVRD Sports Gym on Saturday evening. Put on something neon, play with family, and get competitive while fully submerged in a cool, glow in the dark ambiance. For ages 6 and up. Players 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Dodgeballs will be provided.

Solano County event professionals will gather at Suite Treatments on Thursday evening to discuss event promotion at The Mix: Building Solano's Event Ecosystem. Representatives form the Vallejo Pista Sa Nayon festival, Maker Faire and Solano County Economic Development will share knowledge to assist the growth of your events and their efficiency and impact.

If you’d like to venture beyond Vallejo this weekend, check out Beyond Border Walls 2025: Voices from Near & Far at the Benicia Clock Tower on Saturday afternoon. Filipino voices will blend in the classic Misa Criolla  by Argentine composer Ariel Ramírez; Bay Area composer Benjamin Gribble will premier his Last Light - Symphony No. 1; and the Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform works by one of San Francisco's favorite composers, John Calloway, alongside Lucio San Pedro's Filipino masterpiece Lahing Kayumanggi, featuring songs in the Bay Area's very own Kulintang Dialect.

These are just some highlights of things to do in and around Vallejo. Scroll down the list below to find live music, theater, art shows, and creative and recreational activities. Check our events page for an even more comprehensive listing of upcoming events and late-breaking updates.

Wednesday, November 5

JFK Family Game Night

Celebrate International Games Month. Join us for board games, puzzles, and snacks. Bring the whole family.

• Wed, 5:30 to 6:30 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

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

Joel Astley

Joel Astley has quickly risen to the top of the international blues scene as a powerhouse harmonica player, singer, songwriter, and bandleader.

• 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

Thursday, November 6

English Conversation Club

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

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

Holiday Show Featuring the Art of Robert Simmons

Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery &t Multicultural Bookstore Presents Holiday Show Featuring the art of Robert Simmons November 6. 2025- January 3. 2026

• Thu, noon to 5 p.m.
• Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery & Multicultural Bookstore
• 930 Marin St., Vallejo

How To Use The Related Faces Website (Speaker Series)

Tina LaFreniere is the founder and CEO of Related Faces Technologies. Her genealogical journey began in 1998 when she inherited thousands of family photos, hundreds of which were unidentfed. This inspired her to create Related Faces which was officially launched in February 2022 and has since been awarded two U.S. Patents. This class discusses the basics of how facial recognition works, the importance of properly digitizing your photos and how to do it with just a cell phone.

• Thu, 1:30 p.m.
• Online Zoom Meeting
• Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia

The 11th Annual TUC Public Health Speaker Series

The 2025 Touro University California Public Health Speaker Series continues its tradition of convening national experts to address timely and complex issues affecting community health. This year’s series features four distinguished speakers who will examine two critical themes: (1) the rise and impact of misinformation and disinformation on public health, and (2) the health experiences of newcomers in the current political climate. The keynote speaker, Dr. Joseph Pierre, psychiatrist and author of False, will address how misinformation, mistrust, and motivated reasoning shape health decisions and public dialogue. His work offers crucial insights into how false narratives spread and how public health can respond.

• Thu, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Zoom

SINGO

Singo is "Music Bingo" where we play a 35-second clip of a song and if you have it on your Bingo card you mark it off until someone gets 5 in a row and wins a prize!

• Thu, 6 to 8 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

The Mix: Building Solano's Event Ecosystem

In Vallejo and throughout Solano County, we’re rich with talent, but too often we’re working in silos, unaware of the resources, collaborators, and visionaries right next door. In the Mix is a chance to change that — a space to connect the dots between community leadership, economic development, and event production.

With speakers, Pista Sa Nayon representative Jen Mojica, SOUL Productions, Logistics Lead for Maker Faire, Kohn Dwight, and Solano County Economic Development President Chris Rico, you are bound to gain invaluable knowledge that leads to the growth of your events and their efficiency and impact.

• Thu, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• Suite Treatments
• 3729 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo

Adult Craft Club

Hello all needlework and fiber art enthusiasts! Come join us for our monthly yarn & thread week every 1st Thursday of the month. All experience levels welcome, we will learn together while we work. Some materials available while supplies last. We will have materials available for: Embroidery Cross-stitch Knitting Crochet Mending We also encourage people to bring other non-yarn & thread projects they are working on and to come socialize.

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

Loralee Christensen Band

Loralee Christensen has been captivating audiences for over 30 years with a voice that’s as powerful as it is versatile. Onstage and in the studio, she seamlessly shifts from the raw growl of Big Mama Thornton to the sultry smoothness of Julie London, from the rock-edged fire of Linda Ronstadt to the tender warmth of Emmylou Harris.

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

The Real Impostors

35 years of groovin'!

• 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

November Memoir Book Club: Bad Indians by Deborah A. Miranda

November's Alibi Bookshop Memoir Book Club is the award winning "Bad Indians" by Deborah A. Miranda. Bad Indians—part tribal history, part lyric and intimate memoir—is essential reading for anyone seeking to learn about California Indian history, past and present. Widely adopted in classrooms and book clubs throughout the United States, Bad Indians—now reissued in significantly expanded form for its 10th anniversary—plumbs ancestry, survivance, and the cultural memory of Native California.

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

Friday, November 7

First Friday Lunch Mob @ Sharky's Chicken & Fish

Join Vallejo Chamber of Commerce for lunch and support a local restaurant. This is a great informal way to get to know your fellow members and potential members!

• Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Sharkys Chicken and Fish (Vallejo location)
• 3730 sonoma blvd, Vallejo

Holiday Show Featuring the Art of Robert Simmons

Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery &t Multicultural Bookstore Presents Holiday Show Featuring the art of Robert Simmons.

• Fri, noon to 5 p.m.
• Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery & Multicultural Bookstore
• 930 Marin St., Vallejo

Doug Houser

Enjoy the acoustic stylings of the past and present with Doug Houser.

• Fri, 4:30 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

Jonny Mojo

Jonny Mojo is soulful guitarist newly transplanted to the North Bay after many years of making his homebase in the Sierra Nevada foothills.  With a foundation in blues, Jonny transcends genres blending in elements of rock, fusion, bluegrass, & jam band styles. Whether he's touring solo or creating spontaneous lead guitar melodies with his band Achilles Wheel, his heartfelt and genuine passion for the music always shines through.

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

Pardon The Interruption

Roaring out of the foggy hills of Sonoma, these New-Wave/Prog-Pop troubadours assert their voice and take their place in a fun way, like the perfect pepperoni pizza!

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

Ramana Vieira Ensemble Concert

Join us for an extraordinary evening at the Museum of History Benicia with the internationally acclaimed Ramana Vieira Ensemble. Recognized as one of the few contemporary artists bringing authentic Portuguese Fado to American audiences, Vieira blends the soulful traditions of her heritage with modern textures and world music influences for a truly unforgettable concert experience.

• Fri, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
• Museum of History Benicia
• 2024 Camel Rd, Benicia

Vallejo Open Studios Artist Reception

Vallejo Open Studios is a free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries that takes place during the second weekend in November. An artist reception and preview will take place Friday 11/7 at the the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum, where you can meet the artists, preview the art, and pick up a printed directory of the tour. This special, 3 week-long show featuring Vallejo Open Studios artists will be on display through November 26th.

• Fri, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St, Vallejo

Odd Fridays Salon

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

The Fantasticks

The Fantasticks is a timeless tale of love, laughter, and letting go. This beloved musical follows two young lovers, their scheming fathers, and the enigmatic El Gallo as they journey from moonlit romance to the realities of growing up. Full of charm, wit, and unforgettable music—including the classic “Try to Remember”—The Fantasticks is a heartfelt celebration of love’s ups and downs.

• Fri, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Kid Dynamite

Kid Dynamite plays a variety of danceable radio friendly rock from 80's, 90's & 2000's We get crowds singing along, dancing, & having a great time

• Fri, 8:30 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

Saturday, November 8

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

• 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

Reframed: An Exhibition of Art Beyond Barriers

Reframed: An Exhibition of Art Beyond Barriers, opens November 8th during Vallejo Open Studios weekend! Reframed will focus on inclusivity, breaking down societal norms, and will celebrate diversity! This show will run through November 23 with our reception coinciding with the November Art Walk on November 14.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St, Vallejo

Don Douglass Paintings - Vallejo Open Studios

Showing paintings by Don Douglass, whose "Let's Dance" was chosen by the VOS Committee for the event directory cover this year. This show will also include inventory from African Vendor, Bubacarr & Sagna Manneh.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Don Douglass
• 2624 Marshfield Rd., Vallejo

Cyndi Combs Photography: Vallejo Open Studios

Every photo on display was chosen to bring beauty, energy, and joy into your life! Enjoy gallery prints on acrylic, metal, and canvas. Grab a 2026 calendar before they sell out. Enjoy light nosh and wine. Get a raffle ticket just for stopping by, and a second one with any purchase. Inventory Clearance sale - ridiculously priced canvas and metal prints.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cyndi Combs Photography
• 1310 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios

Vallejo Open Studios is a free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries that takes place during the second weekend in November.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo
• Multiple addresses, Vallejo

“So Black That…” art exhibit by Myla J

The Artist Myla J., will be displaying her new art exhibit, “So Black That…”during Vallejo Open Studios weekend. The exhibit explores the expression of complexion and the therapeutic properties of certain colors.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Crystal's Salon of Beauty
• 625 Marin St., Vallejo

Holiday Show Featuring the art of Robert Simmons

Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery &t Multicultural Bookstore Presents Holiday Show Featuring the art of Robert Simmons November 6. 2025- January 3. 2026.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Ethnic Notions Fine Art Gallery & Multicultural Bookstore
• 930 Marin St., Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios at Mare Island Art Studios

Explore our historic waterfront studios, meet our resident and guest artists, and experience the creative energy that makes this space so special. Browse original artwork, get a head start on your holiday shopping, and enjoy a vibrant celebration of art, conversation, and community—all in one beautiful island setting. One of our guests is 101-year-old Vallejo ceramicist Dorothy Herger. Dozens of her pieces will be available for sale, with proceeds donated to the studios.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Mare island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., 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

Top Shelf live at Vino Godfather Winery

Vino Godfather presents Top Shelf Classics! Grabbing audiences with positive energy that captivates and entertains, Top Shelf is known for its unparalleled passion and enthusiasm for entertaining! Delivering their own diversified and dynamic musical mélange of Motown, Classic Soul, R&B, old school '70s, Retro '80s and '90s, as well as the top hits of today, they've been dazzling the Bay Area music scene for years.

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

Uncommonwealth Counterpart

The Brits - Andy & Ruben Brunt appear in their duo fun size format!

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

Beyond Border Walls 2025: Voices from Near & Far

This marks the fourth installment in GGSOC's Beyond the Border Wall concert series, a meaningful tradition designed to remind audiences that music unites us across all barriers. Each concert in this series celebrates the universal language of music that flows freely between cultures, creating bridges where walls might divide.

• Sat, 2 to 3 p.m.
• Benicia Clock Tower Benicia
• 1189 Washington St., Benicia

Tune Riders

Enjoy the musical stylings of the Tune Riders

• Sat, 4:30 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

Live Music Saturday with Cosmo & Leslie

Cosmo & Leslie are a songwriting duo from Napa that play a mix of folk, rock, blues, and country. Their music is rooted in acoustic guitar and vocal harmonies, with occasional percussion, keyboard, and live looping.

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

Baxter Robertson & The California Psychics

Having recorded on RCA & Atlantic and having song placements in major TV & film, Baxter’s all-star band features Norwegian guitarist/producer Kid Andersen.

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

Family Glow-in-the-Dark Dodgeball

Let's Glow! Come play dodgeball with the family in the new GVRD Sports Gym! Put on something neon, play with family, and get competitive while fully submerged in a cool, glow in the dark ambiance. Come on in! Dodgeballs provided! For ages 6+. Players 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

• Sat, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• GVRD Sports Gym
• 501 Starr Ave., Vallejo

Let's Function Entertainment presents: Kenai & JayRome

Kenai & JayRome will be making their debut in the 707 this fall alongside local openers & special guests!

• Sat, 7 to 11:45 p.m.
• Thou Wow Studio
• 905 Tennessee St., Vallejo

An Evening of Azarcon and OPM

Join us for a special concert celebrating the timeless hits of legendary songwriter Cecile Azarcon and beloved Original Pilipino Music (OPM) classics, featuring the Sounds of Manila Band and an all-star lineup of Filipino talent! Concert proceeds will go toward rebuilding efforts for an animal shelter in the Philippines that was unfortunately lost in a fire. Cecile Azarcon’s iconic songs such as Lift Up Your Hands, Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga, I Think I’m In Love, Reaching Out, Even If, and more have become cornerstones of Filipino music culture. Fying in from the East Coast is the three-time Aliw Award-winning Sounds of Manila Band, known as “Ambassadors of Philippine Music” for their authentic renditions of OPM favorites. Special guests include Jam Morales, Tim Pavino, JAYA, with appearances by Miriam Pantig, Garth Garcia, Armand Mandia, Pia Villahermosa, JULLEZ, Clare Resilla, Tiffany Carandang, and Eman Orduna.

• Sat, 7:30 to 10 p.m.
• Empress Theatre
• 330 Virginia St, Vallejo

The Fantasticks

The Fantasticks is a timeless tale of love, laughter, and letting go. This beloved musical follows two young lovers, their scheming fathers, and the enigmatic El Gallo as they journey from moonlit romance to the realities of growing up. Full of charm, wit, and unforgettable music—including the classic “Try to Remember”—The Fantasticks is a heartfelt celebration of love’s ups and downs.

• Sat, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Gas Money

Meet GasMoney - an up-and-coming alternative funk-rock band made up of four exceptionally talented musicians proudly representing Sonoma County, CA! GasMoney hones their craft writing music with artist in mind such as Led Zeppelin, Boston, Rush and Deftones.

• Sat, 8:30 p.m.
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

Townhouse Divas Drag Show

Come join Vicodonia Knightingale, Charity Kase and Holotta Tymes every 2nd Saturday night at the Townhouse Cocktail Lounge! These are the Divas you want to see!

• Sat, 10:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St, Vallejo

Sunday, November 9

Reframed: An Exhibition of Art Beyond Barriers

Reframed: An Exhibition of Art Beyond Barriers, opens November 8th during Vallejo Open Studios weekend! Reframed will focus on inclusivity, breaking down societal norms, and will celebrate diversity! This show will run through November 23 with our reception coinciding with the November Art Walk on November 14.

• Sun, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St, Vallejo

Don Douglass Paintings - Vallejo Open Studios

Showing paintings by Don Douglass, whose "Let's Dance" was chosen by the VOS Committee for the event directory cover this year. This show will also include inventory from African Vendor, Bubacarr & Sagna Manneh.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Don Douglass
• 2624 Marshfield Rd., Vallejo

Cyndi Combs Photography: Vallejo Open Studios

Every photo on display was chosen to bring beauty, energy, and joy into your life! Enjoy gallery prints on acrylic, metal, and canvas. Grab a 2026 calendar before they sell out. Enjoy light nosh and wine. Get a raffle ticket just for stopping by, and a second one with any purchase. Inventory Clearance sale - ridiculously priced canvas and metal prints.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cyndi Combs Photography
• 1310 Tennessee St., Vallejo

Vallejo Open Studios

Vallejo Open Studios is a free self-guided tour of artist studios and galleries that takes place during the second weekend in November.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Vallejo
• Multiple addresses, Vallejo

“So Black That…” art exhibit by Myla J

The Artist Myla J., will be displaying her new art exhibit, “So Black That…”during Vallejo Open Studios weekend. The exhibit explores the expression of complexion and the therapeutic properties of certain colors.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Crystal's Salon of Beauty
• 625 Marin St., Vallejo

Pilates for the Community

Join David El for Pilates with the community. $20 Suggested donation

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

St. Peter's Chapel - Self-guided Tour

If you've never seen the interior be prepared to be astounded by the 29 stained-glass windows and the magnificence of the interior. Docents will be available to answer all your questions. All we ask is a $5 donation toward the chapel maintenance fund.

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

Vallejo Open Studios at Mare Island Art Studios

Explore our historic waterfront studios, meet our resident and guest artists, and experience the creative energy that makes this space so special. Browse original artwork, get a head start on your holiday shopping, and enjoy a vibrant celebration of art, conversation, and community—all in one beautiful island setting. One of our guests is 101-year-old Vallejo ceramicist Dorothy Herger. Dozens of her pieces will be available for sale, with proceeds donated to the studios.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Mare island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

Open Mare Island Self-Guided Tour

Discover 142 years of Mare Island Naval Shipyard history at Open Mare Island! Start at The Quarters Coffee House to pick up your free map and enjoy a coffee, then explore historic sites with docent-led insights on this self-guided walking and driving tour.

• Sun, noon to 2 p.m.
• The Quarters Coffee House
• 1015 Walnut Ave, Vallejo

Quarters B Estate Sale

Own a piece of Mare Island history! The Mare Island Historic Park Foundation is liquidating furniture and household pieces from Mare Island. We have approximately 20 pieces of furniture, and many photos, kitchen items, as well as decor for sale. Some of these are from officers’ mansions and quarters and some are period pieces that have been donated to the Foundation over the years. All have been in storage for many years, and it’s time for them to find a new home. A portion of these items are well-preserved, but many need restoration.

Proceeds from this event directly support ongoing preservation and restoration efforts on Mare Island, helping us continue to care for these irreplaceable historic properties.

An incorrect date for this event was listed here last week. The Vallejo Sun apologizes for any inconvenience.

• Sun, noon to 2 p.m.
• Quarters B
• 1075 Walnut Ave, 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.
• First Street Taphouse
• 440 1st St, Benicia

The Lost Boats of Mare Island Memorial

An afternoon memorial service will be held on Mare Island in Vallejo to honor the 569 crewmen of seven Mare Island built submarines lost during WWII. For the past 19 years, the Mare Island Heritage Trust has hosted a free public memorial event initially in October, the month in which both the USS Wahoo and the USS Tang were lost at sea. The annual dockside commemoration is now held in early November. November 9, 2025 marks the 82nd anniversary of the US Navy’s official “reported missing” notice for the USS Wahoo, which was sunk with her crew of 80 men by Japanese air combat on October 11, 1943.

• Sun, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
• Berth 6
• A St. and Nimitz Ave, Vallejo

The Fantasticks

The Fantasticks is a timeless tale of love, laughter, and letting go. This beloved musical follows two young lovers, their scheming fathers, and the enigmatic El Gallo as they journey from moonlit romance to the realities of growing up. Full of charm, wit, and unforgettable music—including the classic “Try to Remember”—The Fantasticks is a heartfelt celebration of love’s ups and downs.

• Sun, 2 to 4 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Teahouse Poetry Open Mic with Vallejo Poets Laureate

Let's explore the spoken word as we commune over poetry, music, tea, and community. Organized by Vallejo's very own co-poets laureate, we meet on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

• Sun, 2 to 4 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Lorin Rowan & The Deep Blue Jam

Rowan’s music appears on NCIS, Sons of Anarchy, and more, and is known for his collaborations with his brothers Peter & Chris as well as bands such as Rattlebox!

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

Kolby Stancil

Kolby Stancil is a loop artist that hails from Vacaville CA; providing an eclectic mix of acoustic covers and originals.

• Sun, 3 p.m. (or after the game)
• The Rellik Tavern
• 726 First St, Benicia

HAIL MURRAY! The Punk Photography of Murray Bowles Retrospective with Editor Anna Brown

Murray Bowles was the most influential and beloved photographer of the Bay Area punk scene. For more than four decades he captured the excitement, energy, creativity, and tenderness of a thriving community. "Hail Murray!: The Punk Photography of Murray Bowles, 1982-1995" is a collection of Bowles' classic images shot in basements, warehouses, and nightclubs where people of all ages gathered to celebrate community, featuring hundreds of images of bands such as Green Day, Operation Ivy, Neurosis, Crimpshrine, the Dead Kennedys, MDC, Special Forces, Social Unrest, Spit Boy, Melvins, Gwar, Soundgarden, NOFX, The Offspring and many, many more. Anna Brown, editor of "Hail Murray, and other notable panelists will discuss the book, the scene, and Murray himself.

• Sun, 3 p.m.
• Alibi Bookshop
• 624 Marin St, Vallejo

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, November 10

Kid's Day Off Pottery Class

School might be out, but creativity is in session! Let your kids spend their morning getting their hands in clay in this fun, hands-on workshop for kids in the 2nd–6th grade. Students will work with some basic handbuilding techniques—pinching, coiling, and slab building—to make a project they can keep. We’ll explore textures, patterns, and colorful surface decoration using slips and underglazes. After class, we’ll clear-glaze and fire the projects so they’re food-safe and ready for use. Finished pieces will be ready for pickup in about three weeks.

• Mon, 9 a.m.
• Vallejo Clay Workshop
• 304 Georgia St., Vallejo

Speak Easy - Espressions Poetry Night

Every 2nd Monday at the Chris' Club., poets come together to express their art. Poetry is a space where we sit, slow life down, and take the time to reflect and share what we experience in an expression of words. If you have some words to share or want to just enjoy these sophisticated strings of word, come on 2nd Mondays. 4 to 6 p.m. Hot topics and Happy Hour. 6 p.m. ~ Speak Easy

• Mon, 4 to 9 p.m.
• Chris' Club
• 656 Benicia Rd., Vallejo

Tuesday, November 11

Veterans Day Ceremony

Videos of previous ceremonies are posted at https://www.youtube.com/@nestoraliga7537.

• Tue, 9noon to 10 a.m.
• Mare Island Naval Cemetery
• 167 O'Hara Court, Mare Island, Vallejo

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

Veterans Day Ceremony

Videos of previous ceremonies are posted at https://www.youtube.com/@nestoraliga7537.

• Tue, 11 a.m. to 1noon
• Vallejo Warriors' Memorial
• 3 Capitol St., Vallejo

CreativiTea and Craft Club

Vallejo CreativiTea Club (AKA Doodle & Draw) is now every Tuesday night from 6-8, though we frequently stay later. 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. Open to all ages and skill levels. This is a free event. Donations are appreciated.

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

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