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Things to See and Do

Looking for things to see and do in Lodi? Entertain yourself with museums, art galleries, concerts, theater, local events, great dining, movies and more! Lodi has a big city arts scene in small town atmosphere; there is always something to do in this stylish, creative community!

The Charlene Powers-Lange Theater for the Arts at Hutchins Street Square in Lodi's Historic homes district is the Jewel of the Valley and draws performers and theater-goers from throughout the Central Valley and beyond. Performance Arts lovers can enjoy everything from comedy shows to classical concerts on this beautiful stage. www.hutchinsstreetsquare.com

If fine art interests you, join Lodi art-lovers for the First Friday Art Hop. The First Friday Art Hop is a free monthly event where the public has the opportunity to view and enjoy the visual arts. Paintings, sculpture and photography produced by local and regional artists is on display in several permanent and temporary gallery spaces throughout the downtown. Many locations have hors d'oeuvers and wine tasting. The evening is an opportunity to meet some of the artists, enjoy live music, and view the talent of the Central Valley. lodiartcenter.org

Lodi is also host to many fun seasonal events. In April and October wine lovers can enjoy the School Street Stroll where local wineries are paired with Downtown merchants who provide complementary hors d'oeuvres and offer special sales for an evening of wine tasting and shopping in the unique boutiques and locally owned businesses of our historic District. Or you can be one of the 40,000 visitors who flock to Lodi the first Sundays in May and October for the popular Lodi Street Faire where you can browse the wares of over 700 antique, arts and crafts, commercial and food vendors. Be careful - once you visit this amazing faire you won't be able to resist coming back again and again! You can find many more events on our Community Calendar-check back often, no two days are alike!

Looking for something on the wild side? For the visiting adventure seeker, how about a hand of Texas Hold Em' at the nearby casino, a heart-pumping game of paintball or an afternoon of skydiving over the vineyards? No matter what you are looking for in your trip to Lodi, we have something to make your visit unforgettable!

Click the links below to learn more about where to play during your stay!

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Art Galleries
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Museums
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