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Romeo & Juliet
William Shakespeare's classic tale, Romeo & Juliet, comes to life as Benicia High Theatre sets their story on the bustling streets and dark corners of the fair city of Verona. This timeless story of love, power, and greed envelopes much more than the pair of star-crossed lovers as their fate lies in the hands of all who dwell within the city's realm. Production runs November 30, December 1.7,8 and matinee on December 2. Tickets are $12/adults or $8/student at www.bit.ly/bhsromeoandjuliet
Find out more »Legends of the Celtic Harp presents “A WINTER GIFT”
Three of the premier Celtic harpers in the world take you on a dramatic musical journey deep into the myths, magic and fabled history of this most captivating instrument. In A Winter Gift, Patrick Ball, Lisa Lynne, and Aryeh Frankfurter step into a magical world of Irish and English literature, Celtic legend, and traditional folk beliefs, and draw out tales such as "A Child’s Christmas in Wales," a chapter from "The Wind in the Willows," and passages from Shakespeare, William Butler Yeats, and Thomas…
Find out more »Happy Snowman Paint & Sip Evening
Come paint a “Happy Snowman” with Wine & Canvas. The evening includes use of all supplies (aprons, paints, brushes, easels), 2-3 hours of professional artist instruction, and a 16x20 gallery wrapped canvas to turn into your masterpiece! Alcohol is not included in the ticket price. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from First Street Café. Come early to enjoy dinner and drinks or room is left at the right of each easel to enjoy a beverage or bite.…
Find out more »Benicia Youth Orchestra Performance
Conducted by Rem Djemilev, this is the inaugural concert performance of the newly formed Benicia Youth Orchestra whose members range in age from 7 – 18 years.
Find out more »Winter Concert-Diablo Regional Concert Band
Enjoy the annual winter concert by this Bay Area all-volunteer band conducted by Cora Martens.
Find out more »Christmas Parade and Holiday Market
The parade starts at First and D Streets and ends at H Street, featuring local marching bands, dancers, and the much anticipated Santa Claus. The parade is followed by the Holiday Market at First & D Streets and features handcrafted arts & crafts, gourmet items and delicious foods.
Find out more »Santa at the Fischer-Hanlon House
Stop by to take a photo with Santa and sample cider and cookies in this traditional holiday event. In addition, the Benicia Girl Scouts will hold their annual Holiday Ornament Workshop from 12 - 3 p.m. in the Benicia State Capitol. There is a $1 fee for workshop.
Find out more »Pictures with Santa at the Firehouse
Come spend time with Santa and friends and enjoy the Magic of Gerald Joseph. There will be a private session from 2-3 p.m. for children with special needs. They will be accepting toys for the Toys for Tots. All toys must be new and unwrapped.
Find out more »A Walk Through Bethlehem
First Baptist Church of Benicia transforms into the old town of Bethlehem in an interactive walk through history on the night the Christ child is born. This is a free community event with crafts for the kids, music, actors and animals. There is even a camel!
Find out more »A Walk Through Bethlehem
First Baptist Church of Benicia transforms into the old town of Bethlehem in an interactive walk through history on the night the Christ child is born. This is a free community event with crafts for the kids, music, actors and animals. There is even a camel!
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