Skip to ContentAfter Dark in Chico lists the events in Chico and the towns around it that start at 5 p.m. or later: ice rink nights, theater and comedy at Laxson Auditorium, holiday lights, parades, film nights and gallery receptions.
16 evening events start at 5 p.m. or later in the next 45 days. Each one was read on the organizer’s own page, and the date under each card says when. This list rebuilds itself every day.
November 2026
A Night of Southern Gospel Music (opens in a new tab)
6:30 PM
Oroville State Theater
Price: Free
Free evening of Southern gospel with The Loomis Rocklin Band and The Revivors.
Checked Nov 2, 2026 · Source for A Night of Southern Gospel Music (opens in a new tab)
Visual Explorations Opening Reception (opens in a new tab)
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Chico Art Center
Price: See event page
Opening reception for the Visual Explorations exhibit.
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SOAAHS Fundraiser (opens in a new tab)
5:00 PM
Oroville State Theater
Price: See event page
Fundraiser for the South Oroville African American Historical Society with live music, local honorees and scholarship presentations.
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Fall Charcuterie Workshop (Capay) (opens in a new tab)
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Capay Elementary School, Orland
Price: $40; $35 for club members and children 12 and under
Make a decorative charcuterie tray with the Capay Rancho Women's Club. Food, materials and a light dinner are included; reserve your seat with the club.
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Bored Teachers: Is It Friday Yet?! Comedy Tour (opens in a new tab)
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Laxson Auditorium, Chico
Price: $37 - $57
Touring comedy show for teachers and school staff, presented by Chico Performances.
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The Gobble Games (opens in a new tab)
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Chico Ice Rink
Price: Free admission; skating $15 ($12 online)
Thanksgiving-themed rink games, fall crafts and prizes, ending with the Turkey Bowl at 7:30 PM. Event admission is free; skating is extra.
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Downtown Red Bluff Christmas Parade 2026 (opens in a new tab)
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Downtown Red Bluff
Price: See event page
Christmas parade with the theme Stars, Stripes and Christmas Lights, hosted by the Red Bluff Chamber and Downtown Business Association.
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December 2026
Cowboy Christmas (Orland) (opens in a new tab)
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Orland Area Chamber of Commerce
Price: See event page
Holiday evening listed by the Orland Chamber; details are marked forthcoming.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Source for Cowboy Christmas (Orland) (opens in a new tab)
Community Tree Lighting Ceremony (opens in a new tab)
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Downtown Chico
Price: See event page
Downtown Chico Business Association community tree lighting. Only the date and hours are posted.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Source for Community Tree Lighting Ceremony (opens in a new tab)Hannibal Buress (opens in a new tab)
7:30 PM
Laxson Auditorium, Chico
Price: $32 - $54
Stand-up comedy night presented by Chico Performances.
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Dashing Through The Snow: A Christmas Spectacular! (opens in a new tab)
7:00 PM
Oroville State Theater
Price: See event page
The Oroville Community Concert Band and Chorus present a holiday concert. The theater lists the date and time; check its page for tickets.
Checked Nov 6, 2026 · Source for Dashing Through The Snow: A Christmas Spectacular! (opens in a new tab)
Legacy Stage Presents a Christmas Carol (opens in a new tab)
7:30 PM
Laxson Auditorium, Chico
Price: $29 - $39
Touring stage production of the Dickens holiday story, opening night of four public shows.
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Light Parade (Orland) (opens in a new tab)
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Orland Area Chamber of Commerce
Price: See event page
Lighted holiday parade; route marked forthcoming.
Checked Oct 29, 2026 · Source for Light Parade (Orland) (opens in a new tab)
Polar Express Night (opens in a new tab)
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Chico Ice Rink
Price: Skating $15
Pajama-friendly night with ice skating, a screening of The Polar Express, crafts, free hot chocolate and a free trackless train ride.
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Camila Fernandez Y Su Mariachi: Una Autentica Fiesta Mexicana (opens in a new tab)
7:30 PM
Laxson Auditorium, Chico
Price: $37 - $57
Mariachi concert presented by Chico Performances.
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Polar Express at The State Theater (opens in a new tab)
6:00 PM
Oroville State Theater
Price: $5.00 plus fee
Holiday night with a Santa visit and a drawing for a Polar Express train, sponsored by Nicole's Family Daycare.
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Want the full calendar? Use the Time chips on Chico events to switch between Day, Night and All, or open This Weekend. Downtown Chico’s evening holiday events are on one page: Christmas Preview, tree lighting and parking.
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