This weekend in Chico, CA

Downtown Chico hosts the Chico Certified Farmers Market, bringing together fresh seasonal produce, artisan goods, and a wide range of local vendors. Browse farm fresh fruits and vegetables, pick up handcrafted items, and enjoy live music from singer songwriters, jazz groups, ukulele acts and more. Fuel your visit with grab and go favorites such as burritos and tamales, and sip a hot coffee, chai, or tea while you stroll. During the warmer months, Chico Velo provides complimentary bike valet so cyclists can shop with ease. The market takes place rain or shine. Bring reusable bags and the family, and please leave pets at home.

Get ready for a high-energy Double Dutch endurance showdown that blends fitness with nonstop fun. This in-person challenge is a great way to boost your endurance, whether you’re already skilled or just getting started, and you can jump, show off your skills, and meet other participants. This is an 18+ event.

This three-day in-person workshop provides training in Usui Holy Fire Reiki Levels 1 and 2. Participants explore the history of Usui and Holy Fire Reiki, learn about the body’s subtle energy systems, and receive placements for Levels 1 and 2. Instruction covers the Level 2 symbols, with guided practice to use Reiki both in person and at a distance. The experience includes lectures, meditations, discussions, and hands-on learning. Each participant receives a workbook, the Usui Holy Fire Reiki 1 and 2 manual, a journal, a special gift, and certification at the end of the class. The class welcomes those interested in self-healing as well as those who may wish to share Reiki with others. Reiki is not affiliated with any religion, and the curriculum emphasizes tools for balancing the nervous system along with a sense of purpose and connection. Enrollment is limited to 4 participants. The cost is $650, with a $150 non-refundable deposit applied to the total. Payment plans are available. For more information, contact Emerald at iamemeraldstarlight@gmail.com.

Get ready for Northern California’s horror fest with a lineup packed with vendors, cosplay, special guests, and plenty of scares. The event runs over the weekend at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, with free parking available and activities geared for all ages.

Bring the whole crew for an all-ages paint night at Logan’s Roadhouse Chico. You’ll all paint a coordinated “Dog Daze” design together step by step with an instructor in the room. Beginner-friendly and no art experience is needed, with all the supplies included. Paint, brushes, canvas, and easels are provided, and everyone leaves with their own finished painting.

Enjoy a poolside screening of Disney and Pixar's Luca at Pleasant Valley Pool. Swim, relax on a float you bring, and take in the movie from the water. Snacks will be available for purchase. Admission is $5 per person, and children 2 and under are free.

The Gold Souls return to The Commons Chico for a warm summer night steeped in funk and soul. This free, all-ages show features powerhouse vocals, a tightly grooving rhythm section, and crisp horn lines that land with impact. Rooted in the grit and feel of golden era sounds yet sparked with a modern edge, their set centers on connection between stage and crowd and is built to get bodies moving.

Try new aerial hoop (lyra) and silk hammock classes at this all-day event for students ages 7 to 18. The schedule includes hoop progression at 10:30 AM, hammock progression at 11:45 AM, and an Aerial Arts Level 1 class for beginners at 3:00 PM.

BLACC presents the 5th Annual Back to School Bash at the Dorothy Johnson Center. This free community gathering supports families preparing for a new school year with a giveaway of backpacks and school supplies available while supplies last. Local organizations will be on site with educational resources and health services, and Vitalant will host a blood drive. Attendees can enjoy food, drinks, games, and other activities that bring neighbors together. The event is designed to lighten back to school expenses for local families while strengthening community connections. Support comes from California Health Collaborative’s LEAD Project, Stop the Hate, and Restoring Our Community. Opportunities are available for sharing resources and for sponsoring or volunteering through a participation form.

Donate blood this summer to support the community. Every donation can save lives and provide meaningful help for patients in need. Take a moment to roll up a sleeve and contribute to something that truly matters.