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"Best Live Music Venue" - North Bay Bohemian

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Mon, May 25
Pro Jam: Local Heroes Night!
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May 25, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
There are so many great players right here in our local scene. We're going to make this an opportunity to let their talent shine!
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Wed, May 27
Avenue Q - INDUSTRY NITE
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May 27, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Thu, May 28
Avenue Q - THRIFTY THURSDAY
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May 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Fri, May 29
Court ‘n’ Disaster
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May 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Honky tonk meets rock ’n’ roll! Court ‘n’ Disaster delivers high-energy tunes, tight harmonies, and plenty of laughs.
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Sun, May 31
Americana Afternoon - Solid Air & Gene Parsons
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May 31, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Folk, bluegrass & Americana shine, Solid Air Trio with legend Gene Parsons for a soulful, danceable afternoon
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Sun, May 31
A Song for You: The Music of Karen Carpenter
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May 31, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Laurie Roldan celebrates Karen Carpenter in a heartfelt afternoon of timeless hits and personal stories.
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Mon, Jun 01
Pro Jam - with Johnny Vernazza
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Jun 01, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Veteran guitarist and long-time Elvin Bishop collaborator Johnny “V” brings his distinctive bluesy slide sound to The Cal
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Thu, Jun 04
Avenue Q
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Jun 04, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Fri, Jun 05
Avenue Q
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Jun 05, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Sat, Jun 06
Avenue Q
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Jun 06, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Sat, Jun 06
Avenue Q
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Jun 06, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Sun, Jun 07
Avenue Q
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Jun 07, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.
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Sun, Jun 07
Salsa Sundays
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Jun 07, 2026, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Salsa lesson from 7-8pm plus three hours of dancing with DJ Bongo! Don't miss this monthly series!
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Mon, Jun 08
Pro Jam - with Aki Kumar
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Jun 08, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
"San Jose’s reigning king of ‘Bollywood blues’ music" - San Jose Mercury News
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Thu, Jun 11
4th Annual Phoenix Pride Benefit Showcase
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Jun 11, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Retro Pride. Live art. Big love. Dance all night. Support LGBTQIA+ community magic. 🌈✨
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Fri, Jun 12
Forbidden Kiss LIVE - California PRIDE
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Jun 12, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:45 PM
Join Cheryl King and the rest of the Queer-dos and Weirdos for our California Pride celebration!
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Sat, Jun 13
"The Bossa Nova Duo, with Matt Silva and Nick Otis" -- Opening act Equinox.
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Jun 13, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Two dynamic duos deliver timeless classics with style and soul.
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Sat, Jun 13
Pete Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang
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Jun 13, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM
The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang return to The California!
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Mon, Jun 15
Pro Jam - with Tia Carroll
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Jun 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Famed vocalist Tia Carroll returns to our Monday Pro Jam slot for live music and swing dancing!
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Thu, Jun 18
Make Me Laugh with Oliver Graves
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Jun 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Comedian Oliver Graves wants to Make You Laugh. A live stand up comedy show where audience members are challenged to NOT laugh at jokes.
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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.

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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"Best Live Music Venue" - North Bay Bohemian

Live Events, Bar & Grill

Featured Events

👇🏼 UPCOMING EVENTS 👇🏼

Adding to the city's vitality and livability, The California is an arts and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa.

Adding to the city's vitality and livability,
The California is an arts and entertainment venue in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa.