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!
COMEDY
- Bidwell Perk
- Friday, Jan. 9
- 7 p.m.
- $15
Bidwell Perk’s Dysfunctional Comedy Night features a lineup of diverse comedians. Enjoy a night with comedians from all walks of life.
More than a dozen comedians from the North State will take center stage to celebrate the occasion.
FILM + THEATER
- Oroville State Theater
- Saturday, Jan.10
- 12 p.m.
- $5
Set three years after the first film, the 2019 American animated musical fantasy film “Frozen II” follows sisters Anna and Elsa as they journey into an enchanted forest to uncover the source of Elsa’s magical power.
MUSIC
- Duffy's Tavern
- Friday, Jan. 9
- 8 p.m.
- $10
In support of their 2025 EP "Damaged Goods," The Snares are bringing their psych rock sound to Chico. The punk rock quartet will be playing a double set that night.
Not Your Babe + Ghost Lungs + Los Clowns Blood
- The Dip in Redding
- Saturday, Jan. 10
- 7 p.m.
- $10
Redding-based indie rock quartet Not Your Babe is releasing their debut album. The band, whose members were all born and raised in Redding, highlights this release as a chance for their community to connect with their music.
Also on the lineup are Redding newcomers Ghost Lung and Chico's Los Clown Bloods. Not Your Babe recently spoke with NSPR about their debut.
- Chico Women's Club
- Sarturay, Jan. 10
- 6 p.m.
- $15-$25
Broken Compass Bluegrass is celebrated for its cohesive musical structures, refined instrumental execution, and notable original compositions.
The group features Kyle Ledson, Django Ruckrich, Mei Lin Heirendt and Sam Jacobs.
- Down Lo
- Sarturay, Jan. 10
- 6 p.m.
- Free
Lousina funk from New Orleans is making its way to town! Ado Soul and the Tribe, a New Orleans-based band currently on a nationwide tour, are bringing their conscious soul style, blending elements of Soul, Funk, R&B and Blues.
Kid Cops + The New Trust + Stella Crest + Phantom Falls
- Naked Lounge
- Saturday, Jan. 10
- 7 p.m.
- $10
Chico’s Kid Cops lead a strong lineup this weekend. The math-rock group is scheduled to perform alongside another home act, Phantom Falls.
Also joining the bill are The New Trust, a pop-punk ensemble from Santa Rosa, and Stella Crest, from Sacramento
MOVE + MAKE + EXPLORE
- Veterans Memorial Park
- Sunday, Jan. 11
- 4 p.m.
- Free
The community is invited to the first-ever Glow Pack Walk to support the Butte Humane Society. With shelters full, the dog walk raises awareness for pets in need of adoption. You can bring your leashed pup, light them up with glow gear and head to Veterans Memorial Park (formerly Wildwood Park.) Photos with your dog follow the walk.
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.
