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!
ART
- monca
- Saturday, June 6
- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Free
Take a moment and look through donated goods to find your latest treasure. Used books, comfortable furniture, craft supplies and garden tools will all be available at the sale.
The goods will be lined up outside the museum, along the sidewalk on the corner of Esplanade. All proceeds go toward monca's continuing growth and community development.
FILM + THEATER
- Bidwell Park Cedar Grove Meadow
- Thursday, June 4 through Sunday, June 14
- 7 p.m.
- $25-$150
Shakespeare in the Park returns to Cedar Grove Meadow in Bidwell Park with a reimagining of William Shakespeare’s "The Tempest."
Legacy Stage presents a production that blends humor and humanity, inviting audiences to witness the rise of power, the strength of reconciliation and the desire for revenge.
MUSIC
- Argus Bar & Patio
- Thursday, June 4
- 8 p.m.
- $15
This the first show of Outpatient Records Summer Latin Music Series. 3LH revitalizes a classic aesthetic with modern energy, drawing from the reverb-drenched guitar tones of 1960s fuzz, punk and surf music. Deeply rooted in the DIY garage and Latino punk community of Orange County, the band has built a strong reputation for its high-energy performances.
- The Breakbeat
- Thursday, June 4
- 9:30 p.m.
- $10
Blü Egyptian fuses genres such as rock, bluegrass, funk, reggae and electronica. Based in the Sacramento area, the band's following is growing across Northern California.
- The Union
- Friday, June 5
- 7 p.m.
- Free
Brian Birkes, under his stage name Mumblefinger, delivers a versatile sonic experience that spans from gritty blues to infectious funk. He has a sound that draws parallels to greats like Leon Russell, Joe Cocker and Dr. John.
- The Barn in Meriam Park
- Saturday, June 6
- 5:30 p.m.
- Free
Gear up for a night of storytelling, harmonies and true folk-pop with local favorite Max Minardi. The singer-songwriter, who released his latest album last year, will cover popular favorites and perform original work.
- The Commons
- Saturday, June 6
- 7:30 P.M.
- Free
The Chico staple with classic country roots features six strong voices that team up for a high-energy show. Gear up for some honky-tonk favorites and the latest country chart-toppers.
MOVE + MAKE + EXPLORE
5th Annual Paradise Grazing Festival
- Terry Ashe Park
- Saturday, June 6
- 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Free
Come celebrate the 5th Annual Paradise Grazing Festival—an event dedicated to community, environmental stewardship and building resilience. It's an opportunity for the entire family to learn the fundamentals of grazing and how it reduces wildfire risk by restoring healthy landscapes.
You’ll get a chance to meet with community partners and local ranchers while enjoying live music, informational booths and delicious food.
- Chico City Plaza
- Saturday, June 6
- 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Free
The Stonewall Chico Pride Festival unites the LGBTQ+ community and allies in celebration and support. It affirms identity, honors resilience and promotes a just, inclusive Butte County. Join the downtown event for activities, performances, food trucks and information booths.
49er Fair and Covered Bridge Pancake Breakfast
- Butte Creek Canyon
- Sunday, June 7
- 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
- $15 for pancake breakfast
- Free entry to 49er Fair
The annual 49er Fair and Covered Bridge Pancake Breakfast up Butte Creek Canyon is this weekend. The fair starts at the covered bridge with a pancake breakfast, then continues up in Centerville at the old school house and museum. There will be music, barbeque and homemade pies, plants and gifts for sale from local vendors, and kids can even try their luck at panning for gold! While you’re there, check out the museum full of Native American baskets and artifacts that explore the area's local history.
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.
