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FEATURED EVENTS

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  • BlueByrds and Sorentinos
    BlueByrds and Sorentinos
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    Thu, Mar 19
    Mar 19, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
    A joyful night of folk-rock favorites and originals with The Sorentinos & The Bluebyrds.
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  • Violet Heat Dance Party
    Violet Heat Dance Party
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    Fri, Mar 20
    Mar 20, 2026, 9:00 PM – Mar 21, 2026, 1:30 AM
    The Biggest Dance Night in Santa Rosa!
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  • The Fargo Brothers
    The Fargo Brothers
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    Sat, Mar 21
    Mar 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Soaring harmonies, rootsy grooves, and high-energy tributes, The Fargo Brothers deliver nonstop rock, blues & Americana.
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  • Karenna Slade - EP Release Party
    Karenna Slade - EP Release Party
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    Sun, Mar 22
    Mar 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    The Rise and Fall of a Midlife Queen! Come celebrate the debut solo album of Ukulele-Cabaret artist, Karenna Slade.
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  • Pro Jam with Special Guest Daniel Castro
    Pro Jam with Special Guest Daniel Castro
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    Mon, Mar 23
    Mar 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Blues guitarist Daniel Castro brings his warm, soulful style back to The California!
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  • Spike Sikes and His Awesome Hotcakes
    Spike Sikes and His Awesome Hotcakes
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    Fri, Mar 27
    Mar 27, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Spike Sikes, Awesome Hotcakes, and a whole lot of music! With the perfect recipe of soul, swing, R&B, jazz, it’s going to be cooking down at The Cal!
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  • Tom Rigney & Flambeau - plus Kevin Russell and Friends
    Tom Rigney & Flambeau - plus Kevin Russell and Friends
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    Sat, Mar 28
    Mar 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    A fun survey of Americana Music disguised as a dance party! Come listen and dance to cajun, rock, blues, pop and country music by these stars of the Sonoma county music scene.
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  • Americana Afternoon - Mark McLay & The Dustdevils
    Americana Afternoon - Mark McLay & The Dustdevils
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    Sun, Mar 29
    Mar 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Heartland rock with grit and soul, Mark McLay & The Dustdevils deliver songs that hit home.
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  • The Spirit of Lennon
    The Spirit of Lennon
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    Sun, Mar 29
    Mar 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
    An intimate acoustic tribute to the life and music of John Lennon
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  • Monday Pro Jam with Three Band Leaders
    Monday Pro Jam with Three Band Leaders
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    Mon, Mar 30
    Mar 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Band leaders Johnny Campbell, Roger Volz, & Martin Scott join the Blues Defenders!
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  • Early Bird Dance Night - Ladies Only
    Early Bird Dance Night - Ladies Only
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    Fri, Apr 03
    Apr 03, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Dance, laugh, and let loose, an early-bird party just for the ladies! Great music, good vibes, and home by 10.
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  • Bands on a Saturday Afternoon - Funky Milagro
    Bands on a Saturday Afternoon - Funky Milagro
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    Sat, Apr 04
    Apr 04, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Funk meets finesse, with Chris Baron and Two Secrets, Adam Gabriel, and Funky Milagro!
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  • SunHunter
    SunHunter
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    Sat, Apr 04
    Apr 04, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    High-energy acoustic alt-pop meets southern-fried grunge! SunHunter Duo rocks with heart and grit.
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  • Salsa Sundays
    Salsa Sundays
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    Sun, Apr 05
    Apr 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – Apr 06, 2026, 12:00 AM
    Salsa lesson from 7-8pm plus three hours of dancing with DJ Bongo! Don't miss this monthly series!
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  • Forbidden Kiss LIVE - Paparazzi
    Forbidden Kiss LIVE - Paparazzi
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    Fri, Apr 10
    Apr 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    The price of fame! Paparazzi! Bring your cameras to shoot one special dance routine!
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  • Kids Karaoke!
    Kids Karaoke!
    Sat, Apr 11
    Apr 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    An event for all ages to sing, dance, and be themselves. Free admission! Reserve your spot here to let us know you're coming.
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  • Fleetwood Macramé
    Fleetwood Macramé
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    Sat, Apr 11
    Apr 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    Dance and sing along to Fleetwood Mac’s greatest hits!
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  • Bohemian Highway with The Callie Watts Band
    Bohemian Highway with The Callie Watts Band
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    Fri, Apr 17
    Apr 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
    An evening of rich harmonies and danceable Americana with Bohemian Highway, plus original folk rock from the Callie Watts Band.
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  • Defeated Sanity
    Defeated Sanity
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    Sat, Apr 18
    Apr 18, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
    A brutal night of death metal as Defeated Sanity leads an all-out assault at The California Theatre.
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  • The Third Annual Prime Prine - Tribute to John Prine
    The Third Annual Prime Prine - Tribute to John Prine
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    Sun, Apr 19
    Apr 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Back by popular demand, Prime Prine returns with a new lineup to pay tribute to the great John Prine
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Adding to the city's vitality and livability,
The California is an arts and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa.

Building on the legacy of Santa Rosa’s original vaudeville California Theatre (1923-77), The California offers a variety of cultural activities, including live music, comedy, theatre, dance, lectures, classes and more. The versatile 99-229 seat event venue with full bar and kitchen is home of resident programs Left Edge Theatre, Young Actors Studio, Forbidden Kiss Erotic Cabaret, Monday Pro Jam, Creature Comedy, and Salsa Sundays.

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Mission

To champion the performing arts in Santa Rosa for all.. We connect people with one another and with art that can enrich their lives. We embrace patrons, visitors, artists and community members from all backgrounds. We provide exceptional service to our resident companies and to all who present or experience the arts at The California.  

 

Donation and Sponsorship Opportunities

Naming Rights, Capital Campaign, Performance & Event Space, Arts Education, Professional Theatre Company, Theatre for Children, Music Series, Comedy Series, Lecture-Series, Community events. 

 

Contact & More Info: info@caltheatre.com | 707-664-PLAY. Do you have questions? Visit our FAQ page. 

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The California Theatre of Santa Rosa - Uniting people with live events for a better downtown.​

 

528 7th Street, Santa Rosa, CA 95401

tix@caltheatre.com | (707) 664-PLAY

non-profit id# 27-4551816

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