Arts, Culture & Entertainment in Solano County, California
Discover museums, galleries, theaters, cultural destinations, live entertainment, creative experiences, and other places to explore arts and culture throughout Solano County.
FAIRFIELD
Downtown Theatre
1035 Texas Street
Fairfield, CA 94533
https://www.downtowntheatre.com
A performing arts venue in Downtown Fairfield featuring theatrical performances, concerts, community productions, and other live entertainment. The 22,000-square-foot facility includes a 364-seat theater and visual art gallery.
Great for: Live theater • Concerts • Performing arts • Community productions
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
Western Railway Museum
5848 State Highway 12
Suisun City, CA 94585
https://www.wrm.org
Explore Northern California's electric railway history through historic rail cars, exhibits, vintage streetcars, and scenic rides through the Solano County countryside. The museum has more than 50 historic rail cars on display and 22 acres to explore.
Great for: Local history • Railway history • Historic trains • Families • Unique experiences
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
VACAVILLE
Vacaville Museum
213 Buck Avenue
Vacaville, CA 95688
https://vacavillemuseum.org
A regional museum dedicated to the art, history, and culture of Solano County. Exhibitions and programs explore local history, community stories, visual arts, and the people and places that have shaped the region.
Great for: Art • Local history • Exhibitions • Culture • Educational experiences
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
VALLEJO & MARE ISLAND
Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum
734 Marin Street
Vallejo, CA 94590
https://vallejomuseum.net
Located inside Vallejo's historic Old City Hall, the museum explores the history of Vallejo and the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard through five galleries, rotating exhibitions, artifacts, educational programs, concerts, and cultural events.
Great for: Local history • Naval history • Exhibitions • Culture • Educational experiences
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
Mare Island Historic District
Mare Island
Vallejo, CA 94592
Explore one of Solano County's most historically significant destinations. Mare Island's former naval shipyard contains historic architecture, landmarks, cultural sites, and places connected to Vallejo's extensive naval and industrial history.
Great for: History • Architecture • Photography • Heritage • Exploring
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
BENICIA
Benicia Historical Museum
2060 Camel Road
Benicia, CA 94510
https://beniciahistoricalmuseum.org
A local museum dedicated to preserving and sharing Benicia's history, including the city's military, industrial, community, and cultural heritage.
Great for: Local history • Exhibits • Heritage • Educational experiences
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
Arts Benicia
991 Tyler Street, Suite 114
Benicia, CA 94510
https://artsbenicia.org
A community arts organization and gallery on the historic Arsenal campus featuring contemporary visual art exhibitions, educational programs, workshops, and community arts experiences.
Great for: Visual art • Galleries • Exhibitions • Creative experiences • Workshops
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
RIO VISTA
Rio Vista Museum
16 N. Front Street
Rio Vista, CA 94571
https://riovistamuseum.com
A community museum preserving and presenting the history of Rio Vista and the surrounding Delta region through historic artifacts, photographs, exhibits, and local collections.
Great for: Local history • Delta history • Exhibits • Heritage
Independent editorial selection by Solano County Event Guide.
MORE WAYS TO EXPERIENCE ARTS & CULTURE
Arts and culture in Solano County extend beyond traditional museums and theaters.
Throughout the year, communities across the county host art walks, gallery exhibitions, live performances, concerts, cultural celebrations, public art, historic tours, workshops, and other creative experiences.
Visit the Solano County Event Guide event listings to discover upcoming arts and cultural events happening throughout the county.
BEFORE YOU GO
Solano County Event Guide provides destination information for general informational and discovery purposes.
Hours, admission, exhibits, performances, programming, accessibility, reservations, ticket requirements, and availability may change. Please verify current information directly with the applicable museum, theater, gallery, organization, public agency, or venue before visiting.
Inclusion in Solano County Event Guide does not constitute or imply an endorsement, sponsorship, partnership, affiliation, or guarantee unless expressly stated otherwise.