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!
ARTS
"Here All Along" by Michael Bone
- 1078 Gallery
- Friday, July 25 through Sunday, August 17
- 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Free
Michael Bone’s new exhibit, “Here All Along,” is a vibrant collection and heartfelt homage to Chico, featuring diverse landscapes, iconic landmarks and cherished moments that deeply resonate with the artist.
NSPR talked to Chico artist Michael Bone about his new exhibit and how painting changed the way he sees the city. Read the full story.
“I try to fit the whole rainbow into each painting, not that I’m inventing it, but I sort of pull it out of what’s actually there.”- Michael Bone, artist
FILM + THEATER
Radioland's Return to Paradise
- Theatre on the Ridge
- July 24 through August 9
- 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.
- $22
Following the devastating Camp Fire, cherished Theatre on the Ridge remained standing amidst the destruction. To commemorate this resilience, the theatre inaugurated its 2019 season with a unique installment of its renowned Radioland shows, marking the first performance since the disaster. The production was tenderly named “A Love Letter to Paradise.” Now they’re bringing it back.
MUSIC
Jonathan Richman + Tommy Larkins
- Naked Lounge
- Thursday, July 24 through Saturday, July 26
- 7 p.m.
- $15
- The Pageant
- Monday, July 28
- 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.
- $15
Chico icon, Jonathan Richman, is celebrating the release of his 18th studio album, "Only Frozen Sky Anyway." He returns to the Chico stage with a series of shows this week, featuring Tommy Larkins on drums. There will be three performances at Naked Lounge, starting tonight and running through Saturday. Those will be followed by two shows at The Pageant on Monday.
- Lost On Main
- Thursday, July 24
- 8 p.m.
- $32
MarchFourth, an energetic spectacle of music and visuals, was formed 22 years ago in Portland on Mardi Gras Day. The psychedelic punk rock marching band circus troupe stretches from Oregon to New Orleans. Their show features electric bass, guitar, percussion, horns, dancers, acrobatics, stilt-walkers, a live visual artist and a diverse musical repertoire.
MOVE + MAKE + EXPLORE
2025 Happy Hippie Summer Festival
- The Barn at Meriam Park
- Sunday, July 27
- 12 p.m.
- Free
With over 100 local artists, makers, crafters and vendors, this festival has something to appeal to everyone. The event features handmade goods, culinary delights and engaging activities suitable for all ages. The event offers a complimentary scavenger hunt packed with entertaining challenges. All pets are welcome, if they’re properly leashed or contained.
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.
