Thursday, Aug. 20
All the Hits
The top-tier musicians of Notorious bring their chemistry, precision and energy to every show. Their setlist spans the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s, from classic rock to today’s biggest hits. Thursday at the Windsor Summer Nights on the Green. Farmers’ market starts at 5pm, music plays from 6-8pm. See the full schedule at tinyurl.com/3bk882w6.
The One, the Only
Best known as the co-founder and frontman for shape-shifting heartland indie rockers Delta Spirit, Matthew Logan Vasquez brings his fiery delivery and thought-provoking lyrics to the loft at Little Saint. Seats are free; first-come, first-serve. Doors at 6pm, music at 7pm. At Little Saint, 25 North St., littlesainthealdsburg.com.
Friday, Aug. 21
Senior Drivers
Join the Friends of the Healdsburg Senior Center at this first-ever Car Show Social. Enjoy cool cars, live music and a hot dog dinner for just $10. Adults 21+ can purchase beverages from the Friends—bring cash & ID. From 4-6pm at the Foley Community Center, 3 North St.
Appalachian Soul
Enjoy Cloverdale’s Friday Night Live this week with Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears playing blues, funk and soul. Street fair begins at 6pm, music runs from 7-9:30pm. See full summer schedule and more information at cloverdaleartsalliance.org/2026-friday-night-live.
Elephant Weekend
One doesn’t hear electronica in Healdsburg very often. VIVES is here to correct that oversight with industrial, experimental and techno too, on Friday at the Elephant. 117 Healdsburg Ave., elephantintheroompub.com.
Visible Light
Jake Messing’s show of large-format acrylics opens at the Paul Mahder Gallery. Reception 4-7pm; the show continues until Oct. 4. 222 Healdsburg Ave. See story this issue.
Without a Net
Seven writers, seven directors and seven groups of actors gather together Friday, Aug. 21, at the Raven and, with the help of the audience, select a theme to inspire the writers to each write a 10-minute play. The play they create will be performed the next day, Aug. 22. Event times 7:30pm at the Raven Performing Arts Theater, 115 North St. $25 for either or both nights. raventheater.org/events/24-7-theatre-without-a-safety-net.
Saturday, Aug. 22
Market Day
Spend Saturday morning at the Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Market, the place for shopping and connecting with the agricultural community. Buy fresh local produce, snacks and crafts, and listen to live music. From 8:30am till noon at the Foley Family Community Pavilion, 3 North St.
Rails and Wheels
Growing up in Healdsburg often means growing up with agriculture, a tradition that continues today, say museum docents Elizabeth Bucher and Lillie Deas. Free history lecture at the Gazebo in the Healdsburg Plaza every Saturday, 10:30am to noon through Aug. 29. healdsburgmuseum.org/history-talks-in-the-plaza.
Spicy Vines
Songstress Stella Heath will be onstage at Spicy Vines tasting room on Saturday, from 3-6pm. She performs a melange of French Gypsy Jazz, New Orleans swing, global folk and traditionals. Small plates, good wine and a relaxed atmosphere on the north side of the Nomad District, 441 Healdsburg Ave.
Spirit Bar Trio
Hear multi-era styles inspired by classic swinging grooves and sounds from the Neil Fontano Trio, with Robby Elfman on saxophones and Riley Baker playing drums. From 6-9pm in the lobby bar of Hotel Healdsburg, 25 Matheson St.
Sunday, Aug. 23
Brazilian Jazz
Brazilian guitarist Chico Pinheiro and his trio, featuring drummer Edu Ribeiro and bassist Scott Thompson, play The 222 on Sunday at 7pm. Come early, grab a glass of wine and learn more about this Grammy Award-nominated artist before his performance with his trio. 222 Healdsburg Ave., the222.org.
Monday, Aug. 24
City Council
There is no city council meeting this week, despite what the newspaper says. See Tuesday and Wednesday this week for Commission meetings.
Tuesday, Aug. 25
Ingredients for Pie
The Healdsburg Farmers’ Market sets up in the Community Pavilion from 9am to 1pm every Tuesday until Sept. 29. Shop for Gravenstein apples, fresh tomatoes and freestone peaches, plus crafts and gifts at the city’s newest public venue, 3 North St., healdsburgfarmersmarket.org.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meets at 6pm this day to review Seghesio Winery’s revision of the Conditional Use Permit application for winery-related events, and to consider a Major Design Review (DR-0005-2026) to allow a live-work development at 444 Healdsburg Avenue. 6pm at Council Chambers, 401 Grove St. or online at healdsburg.gov/zoom.
Solitary Man Band
What better way to end Tuesday Nights at the Plaza than with the tribute group Super Diamond, which incorporates heavier beats, guitar riffs and influences from bands like Guns N’ Roses? Sweet Caroline indeed. Food trucks start serving at 5pm, music starts at 6pm, picnicking and dancing until 8pm. ci.healdsburg.ca.us/335/Tuesdays-in-the-Plaza.
Wednesday, Aug. 26
Midweek Commissions
At 4pm, the Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meets to evaluate the Older Adult Dining Program and consider a recommendation for the future of the program. At 6pm, the Arts and Culture Commission meets in the same room to review the FY 2026-27 workplan and committee assignments. Both at Council Chambers, 401 Grove St. or online at healdsburg.gov/zoom.
For additional events, visit healdsburgtribune.com/calendar.
