The Second City is here to break all the comedy rules they made famous in this all-new, all-hilarious revue that will leave you laughing…and questioning your very existence on this lonely planet. Okay, maybe not questioning your existence–but you’re guaranteed to re-think everything you thought you knew about what’s funny! Starring the next generation of comedy superstars, there are a bazillion reasons to not miss this show!

Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Rink at City Center will be open November 17, 2021 – January 2, 2021 Operating Hours: Ice rink hours are from noon to 9:30 p.m. daily, rain or shine. Tickets are purchased per 90 minute sessions which start on every even hour. Advance Online ticket sales are highly recommended to reserve your session. Same-day tickets are subject to availability at the ice rink ticket window on a first come first serve basis. All transactions will be cashless.…

Dedicated explorer and award-winning photographer Steve Winter will take you from Asian jungles where resilient tiger populations persist, to the Himalaya, home of the rare snow leopard. Follow him into the rainforests of Latin America to view the elusive jaguar, and into the Hollywood Hills in pursuit of the American cougar. Co-author of Tigers Forever, Winter’s mission is to share the beauty of big cats while working to save them.

Take the whole family on an enchanting holiday excursion! Enjoy a 1.5 hour-long round trip through Niles Canyon filled with refreshments, music, and cheer aboard their antique coaches and open cars that feature holiday lights and decorations inside and out. The Train of Lights offers a rare opportunity to experience a train ride through Niles Canyon at night. With one departure from Niles at dusk and a second departure from Sunol after dark, you can choose your favorite time to…

A Grammy Award winner and an audience favorite, Jason Vieaux will be making his third appearance for DVFA. Since we first presented him, Vieaux has become one of the most recognized performers and educators of the classical guitar. A solo work recently created in his honor by jazz great Pat Metheny will be a highlight of Vieaux’s performance, which will also include works by Scarlatti, Bach, and several Latin American composers.

The Big Jangle Band is a San Francisco Bay Area Band dedicated to playing all things Tom Petty. They capture the Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers concert experience, not only playing the music of Tom Petty, but the songs he covered live, such as The Traveling Wilburys, The Byrds and Stevie Nicks.  Comprised of seasoned musicians located in the East Bay, you will be guaranteed the ultimate live Tom Petty Experience.

SPARC’s original play commission for Science@Play, Flatten the Curve (Working Title) is by Diana Burbano, a Colombian immigrant, celebrated playwright, Equity actor, and teaching artist at South Coast Repertory and Breath of Fire Latina Theatre Ensemble. Flatten the Curve follows a diverse team of scientists working together to solve our current global crisis. Burbano consulted with several local scientists from Lawrence Livermore National Lab while researching and writing the commissioned work. Michael Wayne Rice, SPARC Resident Director, will direct the world premiere reading. Burbano, Rice, and SPARC…

Danville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Danville present the Annual Lighting of the Old Oak Tree, a beautiful sight to see this holiday season! Lighting of the Old Oak Tree is a tradition with strong roots in the Town of Danville. The community gathers after Thanksgiving to honor the Old Oak.

Now in its 16th season, Irish Christmas in America brings together world-class musicians, singers and dancers in an intimate and engaging performance rich in history, humor, and boundless energy. Pensive ballads, lively instrumentals and thrilling Irish dance, plus evocative photographic images, create an enchanting start to the holiday season.

Start your holiday season with Pacific Chamber Orchestra’s self-styled Messiah. Be in the midst of harmonious voices for this uplifting best-loved of all musical experiences.

Santa's elves have been busy decorating the Civic Center parking lot and turning it into Dublin's very own Winter Wonderland. Take a stroll through the lit lot, grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks, enjoy music from our local school bands and choirs and countdown as the tree gets lit. Be sure to be on the lookout for a special guest from the North Pole. The parking lot opens at 5pm. Tree lighting ceremony to begin…

Join the City of Livermore for a magical evening of Holiday Cheer at Carnegie Park from 4-8pm. Local Makers and Artists, holiday treats, eats and beverages, entertainment and SANTA VISITS from 4-7 PM!

Gary Vecchiarelli Productions – Las Vegas Presents Motown Explosion Christmas With Master of Ceremonies, Manee Valentine. 14-Piece Big Band with 5 Singers and Master of Ceremonies MANEE VALENTINE performing all your favorite “Original” HITS !

Join Livermore Valley Wine Country for their annual holiday tradition! Wineries showcase their decorated tasting rooms with special wines, arts, crafts, holiday music, activities and more. Admission is free, however, tasting fees may apply and vary by winery.

The Dublin Arts Collective, in partnership with KeyPoint Credit Union, is delighted to bring to the Tri-Valley community a wonderful opportunity to shop locally directly from artists. With original artworks including ceramics, jewelry, paintings, cards, prints, sculptures and woodturning, there are a variety of items to choose from. Books by local authors will also be included. You are sure to find a unique and special gift!

The City of Pleasanton Hometown Holiday Celebration begins at 5pm with a parade of floats, marching bands, community groups and more! Then, around 6:45, the Mayor lights up the tree in front of the Museum on Main with a special appearance from Santa.

Parade on First Street at 6pm!  Featuring local Businesses, Marching Bands, Music, Lighting Displays & Santa! Parade Route is First Street - Between "M" Street and McLeod Street. A tree lighting will follow the parade.

Renew and restore your spirit, and reconnect to your community with your very own Livermore-Amador Symphony as they return to the Bankhead Stage to celebrate a joyful season. Harpist Constance Koo performs Debussy’s beautiful and intimate Danses sacrée et profane. Each section of the orchestra shines in this vibrant concert.

Joy To The World: A Christmas Musical Journey takes audiences through Damien Sneed’s original arrangements of gospel, jazz and classical favorites. Ten singers and musicians deliver such holiday classics as Silent Night, This Christmas, O Come Emmanuel, Little Drummer Boy, The Christmas Song, Joy To The World, plus excerpts from Handel’s Messiah and more in a not-to-be-missed, uplifting and joyous night to start off the holiday season!

Book your own private trolley for the 2 hour annual Holiday Lights Tour! Gather your own social bubble, meet downtown, enjoy complimentary wine, a friendly, jolly driver, holiday music and lots of good cheer as you journey through Livermore taking in the magical light displays with friends and family.   There are plenty of private tours available so click here to find out more and how to book!

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 has entertained families each…

It's back! Wear your uglist sweater while you stroll through downtown. Visit and sip, stroll, shop at over 14 downtown locations. The Event starts at 5pm and continues to 8pm and Santa will be present.

Since 1994, Portland’s sensational “little orchestra” has been delighting audiences with their engaging take on multilingual pop, jazz and classical tunes. Called “utterly cosmopolitan yet utterly unpretentious” by The Washington Post, Pink Martini has staked out a unique place in the hearts of music fans with their appealing blend of old-school elegance and modern day humor.

For over 50 years, John Mayall has served as a pioneer of blues music, rightfully earning him the title, “The Godfather of British Blues”.  In 2013 John signed with Forty Below Records and has been experiencing a true artistic and career renaissance, including an induction into the Blues Hall of Fame and 2021 GRAMMY Hall of Fame induction (Blues Breakers album).  Over the course of the last several decades, Walter Trout has been a prolific artist regularly releasing studio albums including…

Jeff Bordes & Friends return to the Firehouse Arts Center for their Annual Holiday Celebration. Join us for a fun, fresh soulful twist on Christmas Favorites with a nod of Santa's hat to Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and Louis Prima! Jeff Bordes and Friends will get you snapping your fingers, tapping your toes, and dancin' in the aisles with Holiday Cheer!

The acclaimed Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles and Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar bring together an all-star cast of music and dance in a dazzling presentation of the traditions and customs celebrated by the people in Mexico during the Christmas season. ​This spectacular show focuses on Nochebuena (Christmas Eve), when Mexican families attend midnight Mass before returning home to a late-night feast. Foods like bacalao, ham, turkey, tamales, and mole, with ponche to drink and lots of music create a festive and…

Here is a list of local spots hosting a New Year's Eve party if you need help looking for a spot to celebrate:   Elevation in Livermore Masquerade Party  - Attend Elevation’s New Year’s Eve Masquerade Party featuring DJ Inez and a complimentary champagne toast for all guests. Tickets start at $35 per person for general admission (standing room only). Bring a group of friends and book a table for 4 for $250. A private room for large parties is…

Blues meets bluegrass with a faint twist of classical as this energetic SF-based string band led by crossover cellist Rebecca Roudman helps kick off a festive New Year’s Eve celebration. Popular from China to Italy and all over the US, this is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping. After their lively performance, join the…