Looking for something to do around Chico?
Welcome to Listen Up — NSPR’s curated list of arts, culture, and community happenings in the Chico area. From gallery shows to concerts, talks, and local gatherings, we’re highlighting what’s happening around town each week and how you can be part of it.
Email events@mynspr.org to reach out to us. We’d love to hear from you!
FILM + THEATER
- The Winchester Goose
- Thursday, May 29
- 7 p.m.
- $5
A drag competition before Pride month arrives, inviting drag kings, queens and audience members to witness talent perform for a panel of judges in Chico. Hosted by Miss Ruby promises to be a night of laughs, mischief and fun.
Want to know more about Drag Heat? We recently talked with its creators.
“My goodness, when the spotlight hits the stage, it is just a whole different world. I think everyone should experience [that] at least once in their life.”- Alexander Garcia, host & performer
MUSIC
Webster Moore + Max Minardi
- Argus Bar & Patio
- Thursday, May 29
- 8 p.m.
- $10
Webster Moore is well-established in the Chico music scene. Known around town as a jack of all trades, he’s a writer, keyboardist, guitarist, and vocalist. Recently featured in Chico musician Lorna Such’s new EP Bloom, he will take the stage alongside local favorite Max Minardi tonight.
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MOVE + MAKE + EXPLORE
Honey Run Covered Bridge & Park Reopening
- 1670 Honey Run Rd. in Chico
- Sunday, June 1
- 8 a.m.
- $15-$45
The community is invited to the annual pancake breakfast and park re-opening at the newly rebuilt bridge. This year's Honey Run Covered Bridge Association Pancake Breakfast 🥞 marks its 60th anniversary and celebrates the completion of the bridge after years of effort.
Bonfire Multi-Generational Storytelling: Kiss & Tell
- Chico Women's Club
- Tuesday, June 3 | Thursday, June 5 | Friday, June 6 | Sunday, June 8
- 7 p.m. & 3 p.m.
- $15-$18
The event will commemorate its second anniversary by revisiting the inaugural Bonfire, which took place in Ama Posey’s art studio in June 2023. The original event centered on the theme of Pride and showcased LGBTQ+ storytellers. This upcoming anniversary will explore the theme “kiss and tell.”
OTHER EVENTS
- Spring Concerts in the Park: Chico Swing Band | Riverbend Park | May 30 | 5:30 p.m. | Free
- Sonic Gravity | Park Ave Pub | May 30 | 6 p.m. | Free
- Friday Night Concerts: Dillon's Dharma | Chico Downtown Plaza | May 30 | 6:30 p.m. | Free
- Butte Humane Society's Heroes VS Villain Pup Crawl 2025 | Argus Bar + Patio | May 31 | 12 p.m. | Drinks not included
- Heatwave: Eastern Star Bellydance | Chico Theatre Company | May 31 | 2 p.m. | $10
- Paradise Grazing Festival | Terry Ashe Rec Center | June 1 | 10 a.m. | Free
Have a great weekend!
Got an event? A hot tip? A brilliant idea? Email us at events@mynspr.org.
Listen Up also brings the area’s best events to your radio — listen to NSPR Thursdays during All Things Considered.
