The best things to do in Davis

45 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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K1 Speed Sacramento

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Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.

3130 Bradshaw Rd (Sacramento)

Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.

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Homey cinema featuring reclining seats as well as clean premises and friendly staff and movie-theater eats.

531 Davis St (Vacaville)

Homey cinema featuring reclining seats as well as clean premises and friendly staff and movie-theater eats.

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Membership-only country club with a pool.

5295 Broadway Terrace #15 (Oakland)

Membership-only country club with a pool.

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Venue hosting events such as Highland games, car shows, and fairs, plus RV parking.

1250 E Gum Ave (Woodland)

Venue hosting events such as Highland games, car shows, and fairs, plus RV parking.

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Wildhorse Golf Club

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Golf course designed by Jeff Brauer features trees, ponds, and bunkers, plus a driving range.

2323 Rockwell Dr

Golf course designed by Jeff Brauer features trees, ponds, and bunkers, plus a driving range.

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Davis Golf Course

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Golf facility including a practice range, pro shop, and snack bar, plus food service.

24439 Fairway Dr

Golf facility including a practice range, pro shop, and snack bar, plus food service.

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Fairytale Town

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With 26 storybook playsets, a friendly flock of farm animals, two stages, and leafy gardens, Fairytale Town is the low stress way to burn…

3901 Land Park Dr (Sacramento)

With 26 storybook playsets, a friendly flock of farm animals, two stages, and leafy gardens, Fairytale Town is the low stress way to burn kid energy and spark imaginations. Sacramento families have been loving it for 66 years, so pencil it in this week and reclaim your living room.

From the Sacramento newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Crest Theatre

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Step into that glowing art deco marquee this week and let Crest Theatre handle your evening plans. They rotate classic films, cult…

1013 K St (Sacramento)

Step into that glowing art deco marquee this week and let Crest Theatre handle your evening plans. They rotate classic films, cult favorites, concerts and comedy, so you can call it culture, nostalgia, or date night... either way you'll walk out smiling and probably humming the theme song.

From the Sacramento newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Stockton Golf & Country Club pairs a championship course with a 44,000-square-foot clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, member…

3800 Country Club Blvd (Stockton)

Stockton Golf & Country Club pairs a championship course with a 44,000-square-foot clubhouse, state-of-the-art fitness center, member dining, and a sparkling pool, all built for family time and community. Established in 1914, it’s a classic spot to play, dine, or plan that event you keep putting off.

From the Lodi newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Stockton 99 Speedway packs blazing fast family fun onto a quarter-mile paved oval, from Speed Tour super modifieds to tire-shredding Outlaw…

4105 N Wilson Way (Stockton)

Stockton 99 Speedway packs blazing fast family fun onto a quarter-mile paved oval, from Speed Tour super modifieds to tire-shredding Outlaw Drift and the gloriously chaotic Night of Destruction. Go catch the action this week, especially after Bobby Dalton just reset the all-time track record.

From the Lodi newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Need a low-stress round this week that still feels legit? William Land Golf Course is Sacramento’s oldest golf treasure, set inside William…

1701 Sutterville Rd (Sacramento)

Need a low-stress round this week that still feels legit? William Land Golf Course is Sacramento’s oldest golf treasure, set inside William Land Park with practice holes, individual and group lessons, player groups, a pro shop, and a cafe. Easy vibe, quality swings, zero hassle.

From the Napa newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Need a breezy reset close to home? Lake Merritt Amphitheater lines up a pretty perfect combo of shoreline strolls, lakeside art, birds…

QPXQ+Q9, Between 12th Street and 1st Ave., Lake Merritt Blvd (Oakland)

Need a breezy reset close to home? Lake Merritt Amphitheater lines up a pretty perfect combo of shoreline strolls, lakeside art, birds galore, and community performances. Pack a blanket, meet a friend, and let the Necklace of Lights make the evening feel a little extra.

From the San Ramon newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Smash Sacramento

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Smash Sacramento brings the catharsis with guided axe throwing, high-energy smash rooms, and a splatter paint experience at the Citrus…

600 Broadway Ste D (Sacramento)

Smash Sacramento brings the catharsis with guided axe throwing, high-energy smash rooms, and a splatter paint experience at the Citrus Heights spot. Perfect for date night, breakups, or team building this week, and there’s a Downtown Sacramento location too when you just need to let it all out.

From the Sacramento newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Lower American River Mural is a three-story love letter from the Sacramento Water Forum, an immersive underwater perspective where salmon,…

700 H St (Sacramento)

Lower American River Mural is a three-story love letter from the Sacramento Water Forum, an immersive underwater perspective where salmon, steelhead, otter and the occasional coyote glide overhead while people bike and stroll along the river.

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When the group text needs an easy yes this week, Lucky Strike Vacaville delivers with 40 slick lanes, a legit arcade, laser tag showdowns,…

155 Browns Valley Pkwy (Vacaville)

When the group text needs an easy yes this week, Lucky Strike Vacaville delivers with 40 slick lanes, a legit arcade, laser tag showdowns, and a sports-bar menu that actually hits. Great for date night, kid energy burn-offs, or rolling deep with coworkers, all under one roof.

From the Vacaville newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Family-friendly country club with a restaurant offering lunch and hosting brunch, meetings, and events.

3603 St Andrews Dr (Stockton)

Family-friendly country club with a restaurant offering lunch and hosting brunch, meetings, and events.

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Historic golf complex featuring 2 18-hole courses, plus a driving range, a pro shop & an eatery.

3645 Fulton Ave (Sacramento)

Historic golf complex featuring 2 18-hole courses, plus a driving range, a pro shop & an eatery.

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Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

4186 Piedmont Ave #5133 (Oakland)

Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

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Puzzle-filled, themed rooms where teams solve mysteries to escape for fun.

280 Lincoln Center (Stockton)

Puzzle-filled, themed rooms where teams solve mysteries to escape for fun.

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Well-maintained 18-hole golf course featuring multiple tees, plus a driving range and sand traps.

6301 W Eight Mile Rd (Stockton)

Well-maintained 18-hole golf course featuring multiple tees, plus a driving range and sand traps.

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Elkhorn Golf Club

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Golf and dining venue featuring a challenging course with fast greens, along with a pro shop.

1050 Elkhorn Dr (Stockton)

Golf and dining venue featuring a challenging course with fast greens, along with a pro shop.

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This storied 18-hole course at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex was designed by Alister MacKenzie.

3645 Fulton Ave (Sacramento)

This storied 18-hole course at the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex was designed by Alister MacKenzie.

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

3132 Dwight Rd #900 (Elk Grove)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

1700 Arden Wy (Sacramento)

Large-scale indoor trampoline center hosting open jump, fitness classes, dodgeball & parties.

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

5358 Pacific Ave (Stockton)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Circular arena on the water with a modern glass facade hosting sporting events & live performances.

248 W Fremont St (Stockton)

Circular arena on the water with a modern glass facade hosting sporting events & live performances.

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Institution offers multicultural murals, education & Asian, African, Latino & Native American art.

2251 Florin Rd #126 (Sacramento)

Institution offers multicultural murals, education & Asian, African, Latino & Native American art.

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Recreational and championship golf course featuring a driving range and cafe.

6803 Alexandria Pl (Stockton)

Recreational and championship golf course featuring a driving range and cafe.

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River Fox Train

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Year-round scenic train rides from Woodland to Sacramento, with dinner, seasonal & themed options.

18095 Co Rd 117 (West Sacramento)

Year-round scenic train rides from Woodland to Sacramento, with dinner, seasonal & themed options.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

6233 Garfield Ave (Sacramento)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Teal Bend Golf Club

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Public golf course with a challenging layout and a practice facility, plus a restaurant.

7200 Garden Hwy (Sacramento)

Public golf course with a challenging layout and a practice facility, plus a restaurant.

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Golf facility featuring an 18-hole course & a 9-hole course, plus a driving range & an eatery.

6801 Freeport Blvd (Sacramento)

Golf facility featuring an 18-hole course & a 9-hole course, plus a driving range & an eatery.

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WildHawk Golf Club

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Green outdoor space for golfing with 18 holes, plus a grill, pro shop and training.

7713 Vineyard Rd (Sacramento)

Green outdoor space for golfing with 18 holes, plus a grill, pro shop and training.

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Art Deco theater opened in 1931 hosting ballet & symphony performances, plus classic movies.

2025 Broadway (Oakland)

Art Deco theater opened in 1931 hosting ballet & symphony performances, plus classic movies.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

1015 4th St (Sacramento)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

5400 Date Ave Ste F (Sacramento)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Relaxed venue screening indie and art house films, as well as classics, in an intimate setting.

1901 P St (Sacramento)

Relaxed venue screening indie and art house films, as well as classics, in an intimate setting.

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Grand Lake Theatre

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Restored 1926 movie palace with a Wurlitzer organ & themed auditoriums, screening first-run films.

3200 Grand Ave (Oakland)

Restored 1926 movie palace with a Wurlitzer organ & themed auditoriums, screening first-run films.

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Scandia Fun Center

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Outdoor amusement center offering rides, mini-golf, go-karts & batting cages, plus an indoor arcade.

5070 Hillsdale Blvd (Sacramento)

Outdoor amusement center offering rides, mini-golf, go-karts & batting cages, plus an indoor arcade.

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This retro drive-in movie theater screens the latest releases & pipes sound into cars via FM radio.

9616 Oates Dr (Sacramento)

This retro drive-in movie theater screens the latest releases & pipes sound into cars via FM radio.

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Trampoline park with climbing walls, arcade games and a ninja course, plus free WiFi.

2401 Butano Dr (Sacramento)

Trampoline park with climbing walls, arcade games and a ninja course, plus free WiFi.

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Swanston Water Park

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Shady park with playground equipment, basketball courts and picnic tables.

2388-2398 Northrop Ave (Sacramento)

Shady park with playground equipment, basketball courts and picnic tables.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

1590 Ethan Wy (Sacramento)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Designed by Perry Dye, this golf course near the Sacramento River offers challenges for skilled players and novices.

8301 Freeport Blvd (Sacramento)

Designed by Perry Dye, this golf course near the Sacramento River offers challenges for skilled players and novices.

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