What's Happening in Benicia
There is always something happening in Benicia. Our events calendar connects you with the heartbeat of the city. Join us for annual traditions like the Peddler's Fair and the Torchlight Parade, or discover weekly gatherings like the Farmers Market and Trivia Nights. Don't miss out on the concerts, art openings, and workshops that make Benicia such a lively place to live and visit.
Events: Nov 2nd - Nov 8th
Mayor's Office Hours
Mayor Steve Young holds open office hours on the first and third Mondays of the month for residents to ask questions and share feedback.
Community Resource Center's Thanksgiving Drive
Support local families in need by donating $25 and $50 Safeway and Raley's gift cards or by bringing unopened items: paper towels, body wash, Clorox wipes, detergent, deodorant, dish soap, dryer sheets, toothpaste, shampoo, and conditioner to our Community Center by November 13th.
Benicia City Council Regular Meeting
Regular meeting of the Benicia City Council to discuss municipal governance, ordinances, and community matters.
5-Week Hand-Building Clay Table (Adults) - Week 4
Hand-building clay table workshop for adults working off the wheel.
Benicia Unified School District Board of Education Meeting
Regular public business meeting of the BUSD Board of Trustees discussing district policies, budget, and educational programs.
Costco Wholesale Vallejo Grand Opening
Grand opening event for Costco Wholesale Vallejo.
5-Week Hand-Building Clay Table (Adults), Fridays - Session 4
Session 4 of 5. Enjoy working with clay off the wheel to create hand-built pottery projects at your own pace with instructor support.
Museum Open Hours
Explore the stories that shaped Benicia—from military roots to artistic revolutions—at the Arsenal Gallery. Admission is free.
Friday Jazz in The Gazebo
Join us every Friday for live jazz music in the Gazebo at The Cafe! Dinner also available on Fridays only.
CANCELLED - Lingering Spirits of First Street Walk
CANCELLED - Lingering Spirits of First Street Walk
Benicia Theatre Group: "Run for Your Wife"
A hilarious comedy farce presented by the Benicia Theatre Group.
Road Eleven @ The Rellik
Live music performance by Road Eleven playing rock and blues hits.
City Cemetery Clean Up Day
Join Benicia Rotary, Benicians Adopting Benicia, Benicia High, Liberty High, and Benicia Middle School leadership in weeding, trimming, and planting at Benicia's City Cemetery. Bring gloves, tools, and a helping hand!
Benicia Cars and Coffee
Monthly morning community meetup of classic, exotic, and vintage automobile owners and automotive enthusiasts.
City Cemetery Clean Up Day
Community volunteer clean-up event helping to maintain and preserve the historic Benicia City Cemetery grounds.
Culture Barber Lounge Grand Opening
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for Culture Barber Lounge with ribbon ceremony, food trucks, vendors, live DJ, and exclusive offers.
Voena Children's Choir 3rd Annual Fall Tea Fundraiser
Voena Children's Choir 3rd Annual Fall Tea Fundraiser.
Museum Open Hours
Explore the stories that shaped Benicia—from military roots to artistic revolutions—at the Arsenal Gallery. Admission is free.
Benicia Theatre Group Comedy Performance
A live community comedy farce theatrical performance presented by the Benicia Theatre Group.
Sunday Afternoon Pottery Project (Ages 9-99): Birds!
Nov 8th, 11am-2pm, Sunday Afternoon Pottery Project (Ages 9-99): Birds! -------------------------- Our Sunday Afternoon Pottery Projects focus on one particular project, and we walk you through it, so no experience is required! You can get as creative as you desire--or just keep it simple--it's entirely up to you. Join us to create your little bird! Come by yourself or grab some friends and we'll lead you through ways to really make it your own! Afterwards, the project will need to be dried & fired, and it will be ready to be picked up in approximately 2-3 weeks after the class. We will email you when they're ready. Price is $58 (all inclusive: clay, tools, instruction, glazes, firing, etc) and no experience is required! Bring an apron, if you desire.
Boots and Bingo at The Chill
Proceeds benefit Benicia's four elementary schools through the Benicia Adopt-A-School Project supported by Rotary, Kiwanis, and Benicians Adopting Benicia. 7 rounds of Bingo, $30, cash preferred; prizes every round. "Best Boots" wins a prize. 21+ only
Run for Your Wife - Final Matinee
The final matinee performance of Ray Cooney's classic comedy farce presented by the Benicia Theatre Group.
Mark Hummel Concert
Live blues music performance by Grammy-nominated harmonica blower, vocalist, and songwriter Mark Hummel.
One-Day Wheel Throwing Class
A single-session introductory pottery wheel throwing class.
Three Voices in the Night
Classical and vocal music concert performance.
