Events in Redding, CA

The 11th Annual Girls Inc. Gala, Legacy of Light, celebrates 20 years of brilliance, purpose, and power with Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley at Win-River Resort & Casino. This elegant evening honors two decades of empowering girls in Shasta and Tehama Counties to grow up strong, smart, and bold. Guests can look forward to dinner, live entertainment, and dancing, an inspiring program that marks the 20th anniversary, silent and live auctions, raffle prizes, special surprises, and recognition of dedicated supporters. The gala is both a fundraiser and a celebration of community and impact. Tickets will be available soon, and updates on sales, table reservations, and sponsorship opportunities will be shared. Sponsorships are open for those who want to support the mission to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

This monthly chapter meeting offers a two-part format with one hour of classroom education followed by one hour of live fire training on the range. Start with focused instruction, then apply what you learned during dedicated range time.

Live trivia takes place in the back room at the Market St. location of From the Hearth Kitchen & Pie Shop. The game is free to play, and the top teams receive prizes.

By the Sacramento River, Branch House Riverfront Bistro hosts a free in-person trivia game. Teams of any size and all ages are welcome, and winners receive prizes.

This free support group is for caregivers navigating the challenges of caring for someone with Alzheimer's disease, other types of dementia, or acute and chronic illnesses. If you need respite care in order to attend, please RSVP by calling 530.226.3000 or emailing dhcl-adhc@commonspirit.org.

The 2026 Cronic Disaster Golf Tournament at Gold Hills Golf Course features refreshments, raffles, games, and prize giveaways throughout the event. For questions or to reserve a spot, call 530-222-8228 or email Golf@cronicdisaster.com.

Open to a wide range of vehicles, this drag racing event welcomes street legal builds, off-the-trailer entries, cars, trucks, dragsters, and Altereds, with kids competing in half-scale dragsters as well. Activities include a Test and Tune on Friday, followed by qualifying and racing on Saturday and Sunday.

A family-friendly ASL gathering in Redding, California spotlights The Deaf Peacock storybook series. Connect with the community, explore ASL children’s books and signed editions, and meet Peacock in a relaxed setting that celebrates language, inclusion, and creativity. The environment welcomes Deaf and hearing participants and signing families, and it suits kids, parents, educators, and ASL students. Expect warm community connection with a casual, social vibe similar to a happy hour. Open to all.

Matt Mathews brings the Not What I Ordered World Tour to Win-River Resort & Casino in Redding, California. See him live as the tour makes a stop in the city.

At Schreder Planetarium, this family night explores how people across history have looked to the sky. It starts in Ancient Egypt with Stars of the Pharaohs, showing how movements of the night sky shaped daily life and monumental building along the Nile. It then shifts to Seven Wonders, linking the celebrated structures of the ancient world with sights found across the larger universe. Tickets are available online until the day before the event.

Back for another year, the PSEA fishing tournament returns to Bridge Bay on Shasta Lake. Participation is limited to 30 teams of two, creating a focused and competitive field. Early registrants receive a free tournament hat. This tournament operates under a special use permit with the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, and PSEA is an equal opportunity provider.

Participants can bring pre-washed and counted children's and maternity clothes and shoes to a Drop-off and Sort day to receive credits on an information card. Those credits can be used during an Open Closet Shopping Day to choose clothing that better fits growing children, with totals deducted from the card. A limited number of diapers and wipes are also available using credits. Volunteering is available during Drop-off and Sort days, and three hours of service provides early access to the following Open Closet Shopping Day.

This potluck mixer at Anderson River Park centers on shared food, conversation, and community. Participants bring something to grill for themselves or their families, along with a side dish or dessert to share. Drinks, plates, utensils, and other essentials are provided. Bringing a chair or blanket is welcome for added comfort. Whether you have been connected with the Vineyard for years or are brand new, it offers a relaxed way to meet people, make friends, and enjoy time together outdoors.

Michelle Lambert brings a high-energy concert to Redding’s I O O F Hall in collaboration with Viva Downtown Redding. The performance features original pop songs with edgy emotion and catchy hooks, highlighted by soaring vocals, dynamic violin solos, and an engaging stage presence. All ages are welcome, and refreshments will be available for purchase at the venue. Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Raised in Northern California and trained at Berklee College of Music, Lambert has forged an independent path that includes a 40-date tour across the Western states, topping indie radio charts with her original music, and a feature in the San Francisco Giants City Connect campaign. Experience powerful vocals, masterful violin playing, bold, colorful costumes, and storytelling that reflects creativity, resilience, and the pursuit of big dreams.

Fly Fishers International and The Fly Shop present a weekend gathering at Redding Civic Auditorium that brings the fly fishing community together for learning, connection, and shared care for the waters they love. Attendees can look forward to engaging presentations, live fly tying and casting demonstrations, and a lively consumer show, along with opportunities for fishing, food, fellowship, and fun, all in one convenient setting. For those eager to go deeper, the schedule includes small-group seminars, a community dinner, and a fundraising auction benefiting Fly Fishers International.

Beginning at Castle Lounge, this charity poker run features music, barbecue, and a raffle with prizes. Online registration is available, and those who sign up that way will receive a rider pack by email. Early bird registration offers savings.

Expect heads-up drag racing with no eliminations, open to a wide range of vehicles. Street machines, race cars, and motorcycles can all line up against the opponent of their choice for a run down the historic Redding Dragstrip, including the rides sitting in the driveway.

Redding's Disney Adults meetup brings fans together each month for games, pin trading, treats, and more. Gatherings are held at Shasta Historical Society, and themes rotate to keep things lively, including a Disney scavenger hunt, a swap meet, Marvel Night, Dapper Day paired with board games, a Halloween party, Disney Movie Bingo, and a Christmas party.

Enjoy favorite country songs performed by an acoustic duo.

Matthew West brings the Jesus Is King Tour to Cascade Theatre in Redding, California, featuring a set that blends new music such as Good and Jesus Is King with well known favorites including Don’t Stop Praying, The God Who Stays, Unashamed, and Truth Be Told. The event offers a chance for believers to come together and boldly affirm the Gospel. Tickets are available for purchase. For a secure experience and accurate updates, use the official ticketing outlet, since third party resale is not allowed on TPR event pages and tickets bought through unofficial sellers are not guaranteed.

At Cascade Theatre in Redding, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight presents a 90-minute concert where a 14-piece ensemble of classical musicians reshapes legendary rock and metal anthems in a candlelit setting. Lush orchestral lines and soaring voices rise alongside heavy distortion, creating a vivid meeting point between classical finesse and hard-edged intensity. The rotating collective performs music associated with Metallica, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Rage Against The Machine, My Chemical Romance, Linkin' Park, SOAD, Guns N Roses, Evanescence, Papa Roach, The Cranberries, and more. Touring internationally and returning to the United States as part of the 2026 tour, the show holds a customer rating of 4.7 out of 5, with attendees praising its start-to-finish excitement and the seamless blend of symphonic bravado with rock power. The Rock Orchestra and its events are not affiliated with the named artists or composers, and all trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Top ET racers from across the West Coast gather for a weekend showdown to claim the NHRA ET championship and secure a berth at the NHRA Finals in Vegas. Only drivers who have earned spots through their home track’s team races are eligible to compete.

This annual fundraiser dinner, No Place Like Home, celebrates the 20th anniversary of Francis Court Transitional Housing and highlights a nonprofit dedicated to rebuilding lives in the community. The evening features dinner, raffles, a silent auction, music, and moving personal testimonies.

At Schreder Planetarium, kids head back in time with a double feature that soars through prehistoric skies, then explores the dawn of our world. The program begins with Dinosaurs at Dusk, following a curious young explorer on a quest to understand how flight evolved and to encounter the towering reptiles of the Mesozoic. The journey continues with The Zula Patrol, traveling to ancient Earth to examine how the planet formed, with a look at early weather and the fossils that help tell its story.

The 7th Annual Nor-Cal Pink 5K Walk/Run brings participants together at the Turtle Bay Exploration Park Arboretum to raise awareness for breast cancer and support the Breast Cancer Detection Fund. Runners and walkers of all ages can take part in a timed course, with first-place awards by age group and overall trophies for men and women. Wearing pink to show support is encouraged. Registration is available at $25 for adults and $15 for youth ages 18 and under, with children 5 and under participating at no cost. Discounted pricing is offered for early registration, with a $5 increase per person after the deadline. Packet pickup and day-of registration are available. Before the race, participants can visit sponsor booths, enjoy a chair massage, enter a raffle drawing, and enjoy music from Easy Events. All proceeds benefit Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection and the Breast Cancer Detection Fund. Early detection saves lives.

A friendly police and civilian motorcycle competition is set for the Civic Auditorium, welcoming motor officers and skilled civilian riders. Entry is free, and riders who bring two motorcycles from different manufacturers may compete in two classes. Lunch for participants is provided by the Municipal Motor Officers Association (MMOC), and event merchandise will be available for purchase. Three distinct timed courses are planned. Two are designed to run roughly two to two and a half minutes for top riders, and a third challenge course will push skills further. Course plans are subject to change and could expand based on volunteer support, and the format is designed to provide a tremendous amount of riding. On site space is available for trailers and RVs, and RVing is encouraged for those traveling from out of town. Planning is ongoing, with additional details to be shared as they are finalized.

Cast for wild rainbow trout on the Lower Sacramento River in Redding, California during a guided group float led by Scott Sugimoto. The outing is $300 per person based on two anglers per drift boat and includes all required gear, a group lunch, and shuttle service, with gratuity for the guide not included. A casual wrap-up dinner follows for sharing stories from the water. Last year’s trip drew strong participation and anglers had a great time. To register and pay guide fees in advance so selected guides can be reserved, contact Bob Fujimura at 209-329-1692. A signed 2026-2027 DFF liability waiver is required to register.

A heads-up drag racing showcase with a choose-your-opponent format and no elimination ladder. The surface is prepared for street tires, and the lanes welcome street machines, race cars, motorcycles, and everyday vehicles alike. Runs take place on the historic Redding Dragstrip at Redding Motorsports Park.

Ronstadt Revolution brings a high-energy tribute to Linda Ronstadt to the Cascade Theatre in Redding, California, marking the band’s first appearance at this venue. Led by bilingual vocalist Natalie Amaya, the performance spans Ronstadt’s English and Spanish repertoire, featuring powerful vocals supported by a dynamic live band. The musicians include seasoned players who have worked with Elvis Presley, Tina Turner, Sheryl Crow, and Daniel Valdez, who is featured on Canciones de mi Padre. The show celebrates Ronstadt’s music in both English and Spanish.

RTP - The Rush Tribute Project channels the sound and spirit of Rush through performances of well-known classics and intricate, high-powered instrumentals. The concert showcases tight musicianship, layered arrangements, and the electric feel of a live rock show that celebrates the band’s catalog. Suited for fans of classic rock and high-energy live music.

Enjoy a 4th annual classic car show that raises funds for breast cancer awareness and support. Admission is free for all ages, with food trucks, craft vendors, health information booths, and plenty of raffles. Those interested in showing a vehicle can email norcalbcccarshow@gmail.com; registration is $20, and awards will be given for Best of Show, Classic Truck, Classic Car, Rat Rod, Motorcycle, and a Think Pink themed vehicle. All proceeds benefit Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection and its Breast Cancer Detection Fund, which helps people without adequate insurance cover screening and diagnostic expenses. For questions, email norcalbcccarshow@gmail.com.

Margaret Cho, comedian and actor, brings her celebrated stand-up to Redding. Recognized by Vogue among the nine greatest female comedians, alongside Joan Rivers and Wanda Sykes, she has headlined more than ten sold-out tours and appeared in Hulu's Fire Island and HBO's Hacks, with an upcoming role in Disney's Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Attendees can expect incisive observations, humor that pushes boundaries, and memorable storytelling from a five-time nominee for Grammy and Emmy awards.

The Pink Sundial Resource Fair returns to Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay with resource booths, food trucks, and local entertainment. Attendees can pick up 2026 to 2027 breast health calendars and bags, and merchandise from Nor-Cal Breast Cancer Connection will be available for purchase. Admission is free, and a complimentary shuttle will be available from Mt. Shasta Mall. This is a family friendly event. For more information, contact norcalbccpinksundial@gmail.com.

At Redding Christian Fellowship, the annual auction for Life Light offers an all-ages evening centered on fellowship, highlighting 45 years of God's faithfulness in Life Light's journey. The program includes a tri-tip dinner priced at $15, along with both silent and live auctions and a raffle.

A Halloween end of the year night market brings a playful, spooky vibe to Reciproka Community Center. Browse vintage clothing and curated boutiques, discover jewelry and secondhand treasures, and connect with local artisans sharing handmade goods. Treat yourself to sweets, enjoy food and drinks, and spend a festive evening with friends while soaking up the spirit of the season. It is the final market gathering of the year, with plenty to explore from first stop to last find.

A Broadway themed edition of Dancing with the Shasta Stars takes the stage at the Cascade Theatre, where community leaders and other familiar local faces pair with professional dancers for dynamic routines inspired by Broadway favorites. The program blends energetic group pieces and dramatic duets with choreography by professionals, eye catching costumes, audience voting to crown the Mirror Ball Champion, and unexpected performances that add memorable moments throughout the show. The evening raises critical support for One SAFE Place, helping provide safety, advocacy, and healing for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in Shasta County. Last year’s event sold out and raised $184,000 for survivor services, and this edition continues that momentum in Redding.

Pilgrim UCC presents its annual Country Market.

At Redding Christian Fellowship, this festival is designed for ringers from beginner to advanced and features large group ringing, classes, and a closing concert. The focus is on promoting the art of handbell ringing under the guidance of clinician Barb Walsh. The event is endorsed by Area 12 HMA and hosted by Carillons Handbell Choir.

This gathering features heads-up runs on the historic Redding Dragstrip. The surface is prepared with street tires in mind and there are no elimination rounds. Drivers pick their own opponents and line up for passes. Street machines, dedicated race cars, motorcycles, and almost anything sitting in the driveway can head down the strip.

Kids Night at Schreder Planetarium offers a journey through our corner of space. The program begins with Earth, Moon, and Sun, featuring a playful coyote guide who explains sky essentials such as moon phases and how sunlight powers our world. It then continues with Beyond the Sun, following Celeste across the galaxy in search of planets circling distant stars to show that our solar system is only the start. Tickets are available online until the day before the event.

A special IF4 film screening comes to Cascade Theatre, hosted by Shasta Trinity Cascades Trout Unlimited. Tickets are available in advance at The Fly Shop, and, if space permits, they can be purchased at the door for $25 on the day of the event. For details about this screening, contact the host at michael@mongoliarivers.com. For general questions about IF4 or the presentation, email info@flyfilmfest.com.

Refresh your child’s wardrobe by swapping items at this quarterly shopping day. Bring new or lightly used clothing for children in sizes from newborn through 16/18, along with kids shoes, and receive one for one credits to choose the same number of pieces. Maternity items are welcome and can be exchanged as well. Credits are tracked on a card and deducted as you shop, and a limited supply of diapers and wipes can also be obtained with credits. Volunteers who have given at least three hours in the past three months may shop early.

A classic of the ballet repertory returns in a contemporary light-driven staging that honors its roots. Tchaikovsky’s renowned music and traditional choreography are paired with dynamic lighting and glowing costumes that respond to each dancer’s movement, turning the stage into a shifting panorama of color and feeling. Carefully integrated technology supports the grace of classical ballet, creating a sensory-rich performance where light, sound, and motion flow together.

At the California Chocolate Expo, discover a curated marketplace of craft chocolate, artisan confections, and handmade goods at the Red Lion Hotel in Redding. Talented chocolatiers, chocolate makers, confectioners, and specialty vendors present everything from robust dark bars to smooth milk treats and other gourmet delights. The spotlight is on independent creators and small-batch craftsmanship, and admission supports the production of this experience while providing rare access to many artisans in one place. Beyond chocolate, explore offerings from local artists, crafters, and small businesses. Look for creative character appearances, and cast a vote in the Best of Show People’s Choice Award. Ticket options include a $40 VIP Early Entry Package with priority access and a choice between the Dark Package for bold flavors or the Milk Package for creamy indulgence. VIP benefits include a premium chocolate bar with inclusion, a gift card for a bonbon redeemable at Anah Roll’s booth, an exclusive tasting with select vendors, and a convenient bag for samples, swag, and business cards. General Admission is $15 and requires choosing an arrival window. Late Entry is $10 and offers a calmer pace with chances for last-chance sales, though product and vendor availability may be limited. Children 8 and under are free.

Anne Wilson brings a live concert to Redding that blends modern country energy, worship-centered moments, and heartfelt storytelling. Recognized for songs like My Jesus, Sunday Sermons, and Strong, she delivers powerful vocals and faith-filled themes that resonate with listeners. The performance fosters a close connection between artist and audience at Redding Civic Auditorium, creating an uplifting experience marked by memorable music and encouraging lyrics.

This family night double feature at Schreder Planetarium explores the question of life beyond Earth. It begins with Cosmic Safari, a creative look at how unusual organisms could develop on worlds shaped by different gravity and atmospheres. The second feature focuses on the science of the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, explaining how researchers listen for potential signals from the stars and imagining what a greeting from deep space might sound like.