San Diego
Built in 1928, this landmark – and central Encinitas’ main venue – shows arthouse movies nightly and The Rocky Horror Picture Show on Fridays at midnight,…
Must-see entertainment in California
Sacramento
A classic old movie house that’s been restored to its 1949 splendor. Hosts indie and foreign films and the annual Trash Film Orgy (trashfilmorgy.com) on…
San Diego
In a kiosk next to Balboa Theatre, Arts Tix has discount tickets (up to half-price) for same-day evening or next-day matinee performances, and discounted…
Redding & Around
Try to catch some live music downtown at this refurbished 1935 art deco theater. Usually it hosts second-tier national acts, but if nothing else, take a…
Oakland
This laid-back movie house, pub and community-events space shows second-run and throwback indie films. Reasonably priced beer, wine, sandwiches and pizza…
San Diego
Bands play most nights, and each night has a different happening: open mike, karaoke, comedy, cover bands for the Grateful Dead and Red Hot Chili Peppers,…
San Jose
The absolutely stunning Spanish Colonial interior of this landmark entertainment venue is cathedral-worthy. The theater is home to Opera San Jose and…
Santa Barbara
This beautifully restored 1930s Spanish Moorish–style theater is home to the city’s symphony, ballet and opera, as well as touring Broadway shows and big…
Santa Cruz
Hosting jazz luminaries since 1975, this nonprofit theater is for serious jazz cats snapping their fingers for famous-name performers in an electrically…
San Diego
This accomplished orchestra presents classical and family concerts at Jacobs Music Center. Look for summer concerts at Embarcadero Marina Park South.
Berkeley
Ashkenaz is a ‘music and dance community center’ attracting activists, hippies and fans of folk, swing, world music and more who love to dance (lessons…
San Diego
Large country-and-western–style dance hall offering free early-evening line-dancing lessons, plus live music, mechanical bull-riding and a touch of rock…
North Coast & Redwoods
An exquisite remodeling has revived this old school movie house, which shows cult classics, rock documentaries, silent films and more. Plus, it serves…
Santa Barbara
One of California’s oldest theaters (founded in 1873) presents modern dance, chamber music, jazz and world-music touring acts and stand-up comedy nights.
Berkeley
This highly respected company has produced bold versions of classical and modern plays since 1968. Most shows have half-price tickets for patrons under 30.
Oakland
When the San Francisco Giants are away, the Oakland A’s are usually home, which expands the possibilities for those desperate for a summer baseball fix.
Berkeley
This volunteer-run and booze-free all-ages space is a West Coast punk-rock institution. Check the online calendar for upcoming shows on weekend nights.
Santa Cruz
In a way-out industrial wasteland, this joint puts on live sounds almost every night: jazz, blues, reggae, roots, salsa and acoustic world-music jams.
North Coast & Redwoods
Hosts events on campus and at the Arkley Center for the Performing Arts in Eureka. You’d be amazed at the kind of top-tier talent that shows up.
San Diego
Performances and improv classes in Mission Hills and a regular 'whose line is it anyway' type show on Fridays and Saturdays (tickets from $18).
San Jose
San Jose's Major League Soccer (MLS) team plays at Avaya Stadium from February through October.
San Jose
San Jose's National Hockey League (NHL) team plays at SAP Center from September through April.
North Coast & Redwoods
Hosts performing-arts events, usually on Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons, but sometimes on other days as well.
Sacramento
Quality jazz, R&B and the occasional salsa or indie act in a classy joint. Just beware of the potent martinis.
North Coast & Redwoods
This top-shelf community company produces excellent contemporary theater in the historic Hart Theatre Building.
Sacramento
This top-notch company holds court at the Community Center Theater and the Wells Fargo Pavilion in town.
Berkeley
Intimate downtown theater performs contemporary, thought-provoking plays staged with subtle aesthetics.
San Francisco
Big opera sung in English with a chamber orchestra in intimate venues around the Bay Area.
San Diego
For contemporary plays and re-imagined classics and self-proclaimed 'provocative theater.'
Napa Valley
Various artists, including Napa Valley Symphony, play this 1200-seat theater.
San Francisco
Hosts world-class classical performances at the Herbst Theater.
Oakland
Small neighborhood art-house cinema that's over 100 years old. It screens first-run Hollywood and independent films.
The Marina, Fisherman’s Wharf & the Piers
Lou's presents live blues on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons. Primarily a restaurant, it also has a few bar tables near the bandstand and…
San Francisco
Before John Woo, Ang Lee and Wong Kar-wai hit multiplex marquees, they brought down the house in the Four Star’s postage-stamp-sized screening rooms…
The Mission, Dogpatch & Potrero Hill
Get your salsa, rumba and bachata (Dominican dance) on at this high-ceilinged, stadium-sized Latin venue that books slick international touring acts. Most…
San Francisco
For people who swear they'll never sing in public, Encore lowers the stakes – this place is a dim rumpus room, where your audience lounges on Naugahyde…
Berkeley
On campus, this ticket office has information on all UC Berkeley sports events. Some sell out weeks in advance such as the famous football frenzy between…
San Diego
San Diego's Major League Baseball team team plays in the handsome Petco Park stadium in the East Village. Tickets are usually available at the gate,…
San Diego
Theater productions for children with shows including everything from Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, to The Wizard of Oz and…
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