Arts & Entertainment
Arts & Entertainment
Modesto Comes Alive
Arts & Live Entertainment is Modesto’s Pulse!
Choose Your Arts Adventure!
Visual Arts & Events
Theaters
Live Music & Shows
The lure of Modesto goes far beyond the fields. The wide variety of live entertainment options earned the #1 ranking in “America’s Hidden Gems Live Music Scene” — truth be told, we weren’t surprised — we know live entertainment! International muralists are invited annually to add to the larger-than-life art collection downtown, not to mention a newly revamped Modesto Art Walk happening on the third Thursday of every month. Mix that with classic films, theatre productions, local festivals, and Single-A Baseball and there’s not a chance of being bored in Modesto.
Build Your Custom Stay & Play Package
Downtown Modesto is a lively hub for entertainment, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re into live music, theater, or nightlife, this area has it all. The four theaters host world-class performances, movies (new and classic), concerts, plays, and cultural events, while local bars and restaurants feature live bands and DJs for a fun night out. You’ll also find art, unique dining experiences, and cozy spots to enjoy with friends. With its vibrant mix of culture and creativity, downtown Modesto is the perfect place for a memorable night out!
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Plays
Visual Arts
Downtown Modesto Art Walk
Art Walk is on a small winter intermission! It will be back:
Thursday, February 20th from 5pm-8pm
Modesto’s Third Thursday Art Walk is a FREE casual community event that features a diverse range of artwork and the artists who have created them. With the addition of “Art Walk Meal Deals”, Art Walk offers the opportunity to enjoy visual, musical, and culinary arts all in one evening. We hope you save the date to enjoy an evening of diverse artistic experiences and delicious food!
Live Shows
BUNCO
Comedy Night 2025
Plein Air Watercolor Class at Zinc House Farms 🎨🌸(Morning)
Plein Air Watercolor Class at Zinc House Farms 🎨🌸 (Afternoon)
Prose & Glow Bookish Faire
Almond Blossom Sunset Dinner at Richard’s Ranch
Billy Nation: A Tribute To Billy Joel
Featured Events
Mark your calendar for these upcoming events.
BUNCO
Fraternal Order of Eagles
126 Camellia Way, Modesto, CA 95354
Comedy Night 2025
The State Theatre
1307 J Street
Plein Air Watercolor Class at Zinc House Farms 🎨🌸(Morning)
Zinc House Farm
20679 CA-120 Escalon, CA 95320
Plein Air Watercolor Class at Zinc House Farms 🎨🌸 (Afternoon)
Zinc House Farm
20679 CA-120 Escalon, CA 95320
Prose & Glow Bookish Faire
Lo-Fidelity Laboratories
1323 J Street, Modesto, CA 95354
Almond Blossom Sunset Dinner at Richard’s Ranch
Richard's Ranch
PCI Concerts Present Al Stewart & The Empty Pockets and Colin Blunstone of The Zombies
The State Theatre
1307 J Street
Billy Nation: A Tribute To Billy Joel
The State Theatre
1307 J Street
SPECIAL PRESENTATION By the GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF STANISLAUS COUNTY
Trinity United Presbyterian Church
1600 Carver Rd.
BUNCO
Fraternal Order of Eagles
126 Camellia Way, Modesto, CA 95354
MSO: Aretha: A Tribute
Gallo Center for the Arts
1000 I Street, Modesto, CA 95354
A night of laughs with Concrete, DoKnow, and Jerry Garcia
The State Theatre
1307 J Street