Walnut Creek Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Walnut Creek, CA, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Walnut Creek throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 124 Upcoming Events
- 4 Events This Weekend
- 2 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 124
- concerts 13
- broadway 69
- Live Shows 111
- family 28
- This Weekend 4
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Walnut Creek events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Walnut Creek Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Walnut Creek
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 124
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Diablo Ballet: The Nutcracker Suite at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts,
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $74, Avg. price ~ $268, Tickets Available: 30. Select Seats - Nov 14, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Diablo Ballet: The Nutcracker Suite at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $956, Avg. price ~ $1,103, 4 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Diablo Ballet: The Nutcracker Suite at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $294, 23 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 3:00 PM Sun — LECTURE, Best Value, Weekend Event: Inside The Mind of a Serial Killer at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $72, Tickets Available: 77. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Smuin's The Christmas Ballet at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $103, Avg. price ~ $244, Tickets Available: 58. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Forejour - Tribute to Foreigner & Journey at Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $58, Avg. price ~ $67, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — Concert, High Demand, Weekend Event: Forejour - Tribute to Foreigner & Journey at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $71, Avg. price ~ $981, Tickets Available: 38. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event, Pay Later Available: Smuin's The Christmas Ballet at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $112, Avg. price ~ $262, Tickets Available: 48. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 4:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $176, Tickets Available: 92. Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $149, Tickets Available: 129. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $160, Tickets Available: 105. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $156, Tickets Available: 118. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 12:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $154, Tickets Available: 115. Select Seats
- Nov 29, 2026, 5:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: Once Upon A Christmas at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $51, Avg. price ~ $149, Tickets Available: 126. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MAGIC SHOWS: Alex Ramon at Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $79, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 3:00 PM Sat — MAGIC SHOWS, Weekend Event: Alex Ramon at Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $79, 6 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — MAGIC SHOWS, Weekend Event: Alex Ramon at Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $81, 10 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 1:00 PM Sun — MAGIC SHOWS, Weekend Event: Alex Ramon at Margaret Lesher Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $69, Avg. price ~ $81, 12 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand: A Christmas Carol at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $55, Avg. price ~ $164, Tickets Available: 158. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 2:30 PM Sat — MUSICAL / PLAY, High Demand, Weekend Event: A Christmas Carol at Hofmann Theatre at Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $178, Tickets Available: 120. Select Seats
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Walnut Creek Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Walnut Creek events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
The Nutcracker Suite - Ballet
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 36
Nov 13, 2026 7:30 PM
Inside The Mind of a Serial Killer
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 15, 2026 3:00 PM
Unknown Performer
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events:
Nov 21, 2026 2:00 PM
Forejour - Tribute to Foreigner & Journey
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 4
Nov 21, 2026 7:30 PM
Once Upon A Christmas
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 6
Nov 27, 2026 4:00 PM
Alex Ramon
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 26
Dec 04, 2026 7:30 PM
A Christmas Carol
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 1843
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
Stella Cole
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 10
Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM
The Biggest Gift
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 6
Dec 18, 2026 6:30 PM
Motown Mania
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 3
Jan 08, 2027 7:30 PM
Ronstadt Revolution - A Tribute to Linda Ronstad
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 1
Jan 09, 2027 7:00 PM
Frozen Sing-Along - Film
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 2
Jan 10, 2027 3:00 PM
SFJAZZ Collective: Music of Wayne Shorter's Native Dancer
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 1
Jan 14, 2027 7:30 PM
Jobim & Getz Centennial Celebration
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 1
Jan 24, 2027 7:30 PM
Take It To The Limit - Eagles Tribute
1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Upcoming Events: 14
Jan 26, 2027 7:00 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Walnut Creek. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Walnut Creek right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Walnut Creek rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Walnut Creek?
Yeah — Walnut Creek doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Walnut Creek?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Walnut Creek, CA. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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Events Near Walnut Creek
Here's what's happening nearby.
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