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November 2019
Earlier Than The Bird in Downtown Livermore
Livermore Shopping district launches the Holiday Season with a pajama party designed to let you beat the Corporate Holiday launch the following week! Roll out of bed and grab your friends for an early morning shopping extravaganza! Special giveaways if you are in your pajamas! It’s one big slumber party in Downtown Livermore! Free gift to those in Pajamas at Lizzie Fountain, corner of Livermore Avenue and First Street.
Find out more »Harlem 100
Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance Created in collaboration with the National Jazz Museum, this lighthearted multi-media show captures the sights and sounds of Harlem when legendary artists such as Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Langston Hughes and Billie Holiday made it the cultural center of the country. Harlem 100 is an engaging modern variety show hosted by Michael Mwenso and his band The Shakes with special guests Brianna Thomas, Michela Marino Lerman and Vuyo Sotashe. Together they pay homage to…
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Greg Kihn at Firehouse Arts Center
Date/Time Saturday, November 23 • 8:00 PM Buy Tickets $36-$46 Storytellers Tour Greg Kihn naked? Well, not really, but he will be stripped of all modern conveniences. Kihn’s “Storytellers Tour” – a series of acoustic concerts – is headed to the Firehouse. Accompanied by friend and bandmate Robert Berry, the duo is sure to please with wonderful harmonies and incredible guitar skills. With a passel of lively stories to augment the music, a wide range of selections from Kihn’s vast catalog, some…
Find out more »Chris Perondi’s Stunt Dog Experience
The Original Stunt Dogs Show Chris Perondi’s “Stunt Dog Experience” is all high energy excitement. From their world-class high jumping and barrel racing, to weaving around poles and catching flying discs, these are some of the most athletic and talented dogs in the world. They’ve been featured on television on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, the Tonight Show, and “Pet Star!” as well as numerous commercials. With incredible stunts, comic antics and amazing tricks, these dancing dogs keep audiences entertained from…
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LumiNight Lantern Festival
Bay Area Premiere! Alameda County Fairgrounds Presents Exclusive Winter Light Festival Open Wednesdays – Sundays Early Bird Prices (Valid thru Nov 10) Children Under 3-Free Children 3-12 $12 Adults $18 Seniors/Active Military $16 No early bird group price Regular Prices Children Under 3-Free Children 3-12 $18 Adults $26 Seniors/Active Military $20 Groups of 20 or more $18 each Interactive App $3 in advance (online) $4 at the door Parking: $10 (Cash or Credit Card, Accepted) Hours: 5pm – 10pm Weds, Thurs, Sun;…
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Lighting of the Old Oak Tree
The tradition continues for this family-friendly event filled with holiday cheer! Come downtown at 5:00 p.m. (rain or shine) and stay for the entertainment followed by hot chocolate and holiday shopping. Watch as Father Christmas and the Snow Angel sprinkle magic dust on the mighty old oak tree and bring it to light. Warm feelings will quickly quell the cool air as local choral groups provide musical accompaniment and neighborhood businesses pass out hot beverages. Want to keep the magic…
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So You Think You Can Dance Live! 2019
The 16-time Emmy® Award-winning show that sparked America’s fascination with dance, is set to captivate audiences again this fall – live on tour. Celebrating the momentous 16th season, members of SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE’s Top 10 finalists and two All-Stars will share the thrill and excitement of the popular show with audiences across America. A guaranteed hot ticket, the show will showcase the most popular routines from the 16th Season, as well as original pieces created specifically for the…
Find out more »Small Business Saturday & Downtown Open House
Small Business Saturday, November 30th, is the day we celebrate the Shop Small movement to drive shoppers to local merchants in Pleasanton and across the country. Over 20 Downtown Pleasanton businesses will be participating in this all day event and many are offering special discounts on shopping, dining and services. More Details coming soon! Why shop in Downtown Pleasanton? Buying locally ensures our city stays extraordinary and the place to go. Local merchants get to know our local tastes and select merchandise with the local community…
Find out more »December 2019
Holidays in the Vineyards
Saturday, December 7, 2019 - Sunday, December 8, 2019 (12 - 4:30pm) Join us for a Livermore Valley Wine Country holiday tradition! Wineries showcase their decorated tasting rooms with special wines, arts, crafts, holiday music, activities and more. Including, Bent Creek, Boa Ventura, Caddis Winery, Cedar Mountain Winery & Port Works, Charles R Vineyards, Crooked Vine Winery, Cuda Ridge Wines, Dante Robere Vineyards, Eagle Ridge Vineyards, El Sol Winery, Embodied Wines, Garré Vineyard & Winery, Longevity Wines, McGrail Vineyards, Mitchell Katz Winery, Murrieta’s Well, Nella Terra Winery, Occasio Winery, Page Mill Winery, The Singing Winemaker, The Steven Kent Winery, Winemaker’s…
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Hometown Holiday Celebration
Date:December 7, 2019 Time:03:30 PM to 07:30 PM Location:Main Street Come home for the holidays with Pleasanton's Hometown Holiday Celebration. The Holiday Parade begins at 5pm and includes floats, marching bands, community groups and more. Then gather at the Museum on Main at 603 Main Street for a Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:45 pm. Mayor Jerry Thorne will light the tree. Enjoy musical entertainment and an appearance by Santa! More details can be found at www.hometownholiday.com.
Find out more »Winter Dreams at the Bankhead Theater
Livermore-Amador Symphony presents The charming dance music of Mozart, with the jingle of sleigh bells, sets a delightful scene to open our 57th season. Next, we turn to Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals. Rich with lyricism and invention, this “Grand Zoological Fantasy” is much more than animal imitation. Its humor is surprisingly human, particularly when paired with the famously clever wit of poet Ogden Nash. Finally, we dive into Tchaikovsky’s groundbreaking first symphony, full of endless melodic inspiration; it…
Find out more »Spirit & Sweater Stroll in Downtown Pleasanton
It's going to get ugly! Ugly sweaters that is! The Pleasanton Downtown Association (PDA) is excited to announce the Spirit & Sweater Stroll set to take place on Saturday, December 14th from 5 - 8 p.m. Bust out your ugliest of sweaters and join the fun as we kick off the holiday season in downtown Pleasanton. Event guests will enjoy spirits and craft cocktails at over 20 downtown locations throughout Main Street.
Find out more »The Nutcracker at the Bankhead Theater
Valley Dance Theatre Presents Nutcracker 2019 Experience the magic of the Nutcracker. This annual Tri-Valley holiday event continues to enchant audiences of all ages, bringing Tchaikovsky’s well-known music and ballet to life with all of its elegance and beauty. Thrill to a stage filled with one magical Nutcracker, a swirl of lovely snowflakes, adorable mice, dancing soldiers and a glittering sugar plum fairy. For over 30 years, Valley Dance Theatre’s full production of The Nutcracker,accompanied by the Valley Dance Theatre Pit Orchestra…
Find out more »Jeff Bordes: A Jazzy New Orleans Christmas
Date/Time Saturday, December 14 • 8:00 PM Buy Tickets $18-$28 Pleasanton’s own trumpeter Jeff Bordes returns to the Firehouse for his annual holiday show! This year Jeff will be taking it to the next level, presenting a “Jazzy New Orleans Christmas”. They’ll perform their holiday original The Santa Claus Second Line along with other original tunes and holiday favorites. You’ll be dancing like it’s Mardi Gras in December!
Find out more »Danu: An Emerald Isle Christmas
A Glorious Holiday Celebration Hailing from historic County Waterford, Danú is one of the leading traditional Irish ensembles of today. Their standing room only concerts throughout Ireland are true events, featuring high-energy performances and a glorious mix of ancient Irish music and new repertoire. Celebrate Christmas and the New Year with some of the music, song, and dance that have been an integral part of joyous community traditions in the Emerald Isle for centuries. Now celebrating their 25th anniversary, Danú’s exceptional…
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New Year’s Eve with Crawdad Republic at the Bankhead Theater
With a vocally-driven style, Crawdad Republic offers an appealing mix of Americana, folk and bluegrass music. In 2017, they sold every seat in the house, proving that their Livermore wine country roots makes them an ideal band to ring in the new year in the heart of downtown. Crawdad Republic has entertained audiences throughout the Tri-Valley for years at outdoor concerts outside the Bankhead and many other local venues. After Crawdad Republic’s lively performance, join the rest of the audience…
Find out more »January 2020
The Heart of Rock & Roll at Firehouse Arts Center
Date/Time Friday, January 10 - Saturday, January 11 • 8:00 PM Buy Tickets $25-$35 The Heart of Rock & Roll: A Tribute to Huey Lewis and the News The Heart of Rock & Roll is still beating… With a frontman who bears an uncanny likeness as well as a sound and style that has fooled more than a few fans, The Heart of Rock & Roll is a non-stop ride through some of the biggest hits of the 80s in…
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