Lunchtime Brown Bag Concert July 8
It’s back thanks to popular demand! Launched in 2021, the Gallo Center’s Brown Bag Concert Series at the outdoor Modesto Rotary Music Garden is a series of free lunchtime concerts by some of the region’s top musical artists. Pack a lunch, bring a blanket, and have a great time in this perfect setting for concerts in the heart of downtown Modesto!
GALLO CENTER FOR THE ARTS
1000 I STREET, DOWNTOWN MODESTO
All Concerts are FREE to the public* and weather permitting.
JULY
8 JOSH ROSENBLUM BAND
15 TÉA NOELLE
22 GRAVEL & GRACE
29 JOE BARRETTA
AUGUST
5 CHAD VAN RYS
12 LISETTE & THE LOUDMOUTHS
19 HORATIO & JAKE
26 PATTY CASTILLO-DAVIS
SEPTEMBER
2 BEGG
9 CANDICE LAMB
16 NATHAN IGNACIO
* Feel free to donate to the artists at their Venmo or PayPal accounts!
Music in the Plaza 2022
Come enjoy live, outdoor musical entertainment every Friday night downtown through October 7.
Concerts at 10th Street Plaza range from blues to cover bands to Joe Barretta jazz band. Music starts at 7pm. Come early for a good seat!
- July 8 | July 15 | July 22 | July 29
- August 5 – First Friday | August 12 | August 19 | August 26
- September 2 – First Friday & Labor Day Weekend | September 9 | September 16 | September 23 | September 30
- October 7 – First Friday
POSTER: SHOW DATES with ARTISTS/BANDS
Art Walk 3rd Thursday each Month
2022 Art Walks:
July 21 | August 18 | September 15 | October 20 | November 17 | December 15
The Downtown Modesto Art Walk is a year-round event held on the third Thursday of each month from 5pm-8pm. The Art Walk is a FREE casual event featuring a diverse range of artwork. You will have the opportunity to listen to local musicians, enjoy food and beverage from one of your favorite downtown restaurants as well as viewing artwork for purchase at local art galleries and shops. Participating businesses/galleries will be marked with yellow balloons outside (see most recent printable map).
First Fridays are Back
After the last couple years, this has GOT to be the best way to rediscover Downtown Modesto. Connect with the coolest businesses, chefs and artists.
First Fridays is like an umbrella for any community members who wish to activate space with positivity, creativity and culture. From pop-up dance workshops to international graffiti art mural festivals, goodness is found at First Fridays in downtown.
2022 First Fridays: Aug 5 | Sept 2 | Oct 7
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Off the Air Presents Downtown Concerts
A new concert series has launched in downtown Modesto. Artists will play at two venues: Deva Cafe on J Street and Persuasion Brewing on 7th Street. Tickets may be purchased through Off the Air (find them on Instagram).
8/12/2022 / Persuasion Brewing
Welcome Strawberry (Modesto)
Still Ruins (Oakland)
Night School (Oakland)
9/9/2022 / Persuasion Brewing
Sloome – (Modesto)
Winsome (Sacramento)
Weston Perry (Modesto)
10/14/2022 / Deva Cafe
French Cassettes (SF)
Caregiver (Sacramento)
Sabios (Modesto)
11/04/2022 / Deva Cafe
Salacious Wizard Cult (Modesto)
So Much Light (Sacramento)
Awahnichi (Merced)
12/03/2022 / Deva Cafe
Glad Neil (Oakdale)
Best Move (Sacramento)
Baseball Gregg (Stockton)
Visit the Art Walk website.
Looking for Something Fun to Do?
There’s so much to do in downtown Modesto, whether you’re looking for a great meal, a movie, a boutique, or a fun place to have a drink with friends. Click here for the downtown directory.
Downtown Dining Information
For your convenience, we are providing the following link with dining options for downtown Modesto eateries.
Please be sure to call first since posted information is subject to change.
Please remember that you may also support these local businesses by using your RAD Card, purchasing a gift card and/or gift certificate.