Hit-heavy classic rock band playing its first-ever show at the Gallo Center in Modesto
Cheap Trick brings its classic rock hits to the Gallo Center for the Arts. The Riverbank Cheese and Wine Festival is among several festivals also coming up in the Modesto region, including the first California Tamale Festival. Here’s a look at entertainment planned Oct. 14-20.
Cheap Trick
Classic rock band Cheap Trick makes its first visit to the Gallo Center in Modesto. The band – Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar) and Daxx Nielsen (drums) – has had a stream of hits including “California Man,” “Dream Police,” “Surrender” and “I Want You To Want Me.” Limited tickets were available.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $59-$89
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
Cheese and wine
The Riverbank Cheese & Wine Festival returns with wine tastings each day. There also will be craft beer and cheese tastings, live entertainment, vendors, activities for children, a car show and more.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 15
WHERE: Downtown Riverbank
TICKETS: Free for expo; wine tasting prices $30 in advance, $55 at the event
ONLINE: riverbankcheeseandwine.com
Lupita Infante
Mexican-American singer-songwriter Lupita Infante brings her ranchera music to the Gallo Center. Infante was nominated for a Latin Grammy Award for her song “Dejaré.“ Her debut album, “La Serenata,” also was nominated for a Latin Grammy as well as for a Grammy Award.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 18
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $29-$69
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
“Frankenstein”
Central West Ballet brings its Halloween production of “Frankenstein” to the Gallo Center. The collaboration of local performing arts organizations includes CWB, Prospect Theater Project, Opera Modesto and Modesto Symphony Orchestra. Rene Daveluy, CWB’s artistic director, choreographed the ballet and composed the score. Limited tickets were available.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 20-21
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $40-$44
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
The Columbia Big Band
The Columbia Big Band Show at the State Theatre will celebrate the Great American Songbook. The 20-piece band and vocalists will feature the sounds of Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, Michael Buble, Harry Connick Jr., Tony Bennett and more. The show will benefit music and arts education in schools.
WHEN: 7 p.m. Oct. 14
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $20-$30
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
Tamale fest
The California Tamale Festival in Turlock is a first-time event. It brings live entertainment, food, drinks, family activities, mini carnival rides, cooking demonstration, arts and crafts, a home garden show, a classic car, boat and motorcycle show and more.
WHEN: Noon-7 p.m. Oct. 15
WHERE: Stanislaus County Fairground, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock
TICKETS: $10-$15, free ages 5 and under
ONLINE: californiatamalefestival.com
Egyptian fest
The Egyptian Festival returns to Ripon. The annual event at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church features Egyptian food, activities for kids, live music and more.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Oct. 15
WHERE: St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 315 Orange Ave., Ripon
TICKETS: Free admission
ONLINE: www.stmarkripon.org
Paula Poundstone
Comedian Paula Poundstone plays the Turlock Community Theatre. Known for her observational humor and spontaneous wit, Poundstone has had several HBO specials.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 19
WHERE: Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive
TICKETS: $29-$69
ONLINE: www.turlocktheatre.org
Christmas market
The Twain Harte Outdoor Christmas Market offers more than 60 vendors with photography, metal sculpture, jewelry, leather goods and more. There will be live music and a food area with hamburgers, kettle corn and more for sale, with beer, wine and other beverages.
WHEN: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 14-15
WHERE: Twain Harte Town Center
TICKETS: Free admission
ONLINE: brotherspromotions.com
