Davis Things to Do

The Artery, founded in 1974 as an artists' cooperative, continues today with an increasing number of members. The works of art are locally made with an emphasis on quality and uniqueness. The gallery features monthly art exhibi... more

The Yolo Basin Foundation is dedicated to the appreciation of wetlands and wildlife through education and innovative methods. Bucks for Ducks is an annual fund raiser event organized by this foundation. It features wildlife art... more

Vultures, screech owls and bald eagles are among the birds displayed in living-room-sized cages along tree-shaded pathways. The volunteers and professional veterinarians affiliated with California Raptor Center release about 65... more

The displays constantly change at Davis Art Center, which is a bustling cultural center. Works of art hanging on the walls reflect different artists and branches of art every week. Kids in the painting classes are encouraged to... more

The course is affordable and pleasantly landscaped. This public course opened in 1964 and par for 18-holes is 66. Carts, clubs, and range balls are available to rent. Lessons by PGA pros are available as well. The pro-shop offe... more

The breakfast at Delta Of Venus features homemade granola, three-egg omelets and organic tofu scrambles. The service is casual but effective. Taking your order at the wooden counter inside, the cashier doubles as a waiter and b... more

If it's science that interests you, walk right into the Explorit Science Center. This non-profit organization is for kids, teachers, adults, families, students and teens. The Center holds programs, lectures, field trips, assemb... more

This performance hall is the smaller (and older) theatre on campus, and has housed a wide range of entertainment over the years. Craft shows, concerts, dance, fund raisers and campus events have all seen the stage at Freeborn H... more

Konditorei in German means a pastry shop. Owned and run by the Austrian couple Albert and Gloria Kutternig, this pastry store sells lip-smacking goodies. You would find anything and everything here—cakes, cookies, sweet breads,... more

The coffee is always fresh here at Mishka's Cafe, thanks to the ancient gigantic coffee grinder/roaster sitting amidst the tables in this busy cafe. There is an eclectic mix of sandwiches and salads as well as calzones, wraps,... more