Visit Modesto

Visit Modesto Located in the heart of California, Modesto is a prime stop for the best dining, nightlife, shopping
(21)

06/22/2024

Dreaming of the perfect summer? 😎🌞 We've got you covered! Discover our top picks for the season on the blog!

06/18/2024
Modesto Art Walk 🌀 Third Thursday🗺️Start your Art Walk  to grab a map & check in!📍ALL venues below are open for free vie...
06/18/2024

Modesto Art Walk 🌀 Third Thursday

🗺️Start your Art Walk to grab a map & check in!

📍ALL venues below are open for free viewing 🎨
studio












The Orange Door
Peer Recovery Art Project

Vielka Solano Final Project Showcase – Heartland Grant Recipient
Parking Lot – check out their new mural!
Drum Circle starting at 5:30pm

Make at Create! This month you can go to and do a graffiti summer theme craft for Free! 🚗

Enjoy Downtown Meal Deals while you’re out and about 🍽️
📍$10 Fuzio tini & Half off all appetizers until 7pm
📍$20 beer + burger
📍$10 M Soda & L Popcorn combo
📍$20 for Pizza and a Pint
📍$10 Gyros or Chicken Pita
📍$20 appetizer + pint (or non-alc beverage)
📍15% off for Art Walkers
📍 $10 for 3 tacos
📍20% off any food item on menu at Maxi’s: 5-9pm

06/17/2024

🌟 ONE VALLEY, MANY STORIES 🌟
📅 June 21, 22, 23
📍 Prospect Theater Project, 1214 K St, Modesto
🎟️ FREE! RSVP at the link below

http://prospect.vbotickets.com/event/special_event_one_valley_many_stories/129875

Belly dancing, poetry, ukulele solos, monologues, an Assyrian band…these are all part of the fabric woven together to create One Valley, Many Stories at the Prospect Theater Project, June 21-23.

This montage of stories told through many different voices and presented live in different mediums are the culmination of a year’s work with Central Valley families - how they came here and why they are proud to call the Central Valley home. This program, with over 40 performers, is uplifting, joyful and even tearful…it will remind you why our small patch of earth is so special and should be treasured...

Don’t miss this first-ever performance of its kind, supported by a HeArtland grant aimed at elevating our community through artistic expressions of import. We at PTP hope this will be the beginning of an annual tradition in storytelling.

🚨Fathers Day GIVEAWAY🚨Win 2 tickets to see The Fun Junkies at Mr. Taquito for Comedy at the Cantina! It’s sure to be the...
06/14/2024

🚨Fathers Day GIVEAWAY🚨

Win 2 tickets to see The Fun Junkies at Mr. Taquito for Comedy at the Cantina! It’s sure to be the best weekday outing of your summer 😉

How to enter:
1. Must follow and
2. Like this post
3. Leave a comment ❤️🌮

🗓️ Thursday, June 20th in their new Modesto Location. Doors open at 6:00, Show starts at 7:30.

Winners will be announced on Monday 6/17.
For ticket info visit

🎀✂️Join us in honoring the 2024 Van Gogh challenge photo contest winner, Jeremy Givens, at our official ribbon cutting c...
06/04/2024

🎀✂️Join us in honoring the 2024 Van Gogh challenge photo contest winner, Jeremy Givens, at our official ribbon cutting ceremony.

His winning photo will be displayed at the Vintage Faire Mall as a mural reflecting on the beauty of Modesto during almond blossom season 📸🌸

Thursday June 6th at 10:30 AM 🎉
Outside of Dicks Sporting Goods

See you there 😊

06/02/2024

🚗 Graffiti week line up 🚗

Here's what you need to know:

Wednesday, June 5th - Legends of the Cruise Walk of Fame and Park N’ Shine at 5:00 pm.

Friday, June 7th - American Graffiti Parade
Downtown Modesto & McHenry Ave. Approx. 6pm – 8pm

Saturday, June 8th - American Graffiti Car Show & Festival
Modesto Junior College West Campus, 9am – 5pm

Sunday, June 9th - American Graffiti Car Show & Festival
Modesto Junior College West Campus, 9am – 3pm

05/31/2024

Step up to the plate and catch the excitement! ⚾️

Join us at the ballpark and cheer on the Modesto Nuts for an unforgettable game day experience. Let's go Nuts! 🌰🎉

05/30/2024

U-Pick season has kicked off in Modesto, Ca 🫐🍓🍒

Help yourself to some of the best stone fruit, cherries, blueberries, and more at the locations below. Follow them for hours and updates on the seasonality of the fruits☀️

🍑🍓🍒🫐📍

🍒🫐📍

🫐📍

05/17/2024

Revving up nostalgia at the American Graffiti Parade and the American Graffiti Car Show and Festival in Modesto, California! 🚗✨ A celebration of classic cars, rock 'n' roll vibes, and timeless memories!

🗓️ Wednesday, June 5th - Legends of the Cruise Walk of Fame and Park N’ Shine

🗓️Friday, June 7th - American Graffiti Parade
Downtown Modesto & McHenry Ave. Start time Approx. 6pm – 8pm

🗓️Saturday, June 8th - American Graffiti Car Show & Festival
Modesto Junior College West Campus, 9am – 5pm

🗓️Sunday, June 9th - American Graffiti Car Show & Festival
Modesto Junior College West Campus, 9am – 3pm

Modesto Art Walk 🌀 Third Thursday🗺️Start your Art Walk lo-fi to grab a map & check in!📍ALL venues below are open for fre...
05/15/2024

Modesto Art Walk 🌀 Third Thursday

🗺️Start your Art Walk lo-fi to grab a map & check in!

📍ALL venues below are open for free viewing 🎨
and Charles Sperlingstudio and Jocelyn Contreras
with Susan Fisher and Jake Stephans
Preservation Coffee and Tea and David Nunes
The State Theatre of Modesto with Manuel Mejia
18Seventy Brewing Co. and Bob Patch
The Chartreuse Muse-Art Gallery
and April Whiteaker
The Dragonfly Art for Life with Basil Collier and Ashley Brunetti
Papachino modesto with Liz Perez, Terry Renner, and Kathleen Leatherbarrow
Tresetti's is with Barbara Garcia and Lynn Takacs
Bruha
and Maria Rojas, Daniyah Maciel, Isabela Valadez, Kaitlyn Gonzalez, Monica Perez, Viviana Maldonado, Georguina Lopez, and Mia Ceja
lo-fi with Marisa Segovia
Prospect Theater Project with Sarah Aaronson and James Horning

Enjoy our new Downtown Meal Deals while you’re out and about 🍽️
Fuzio Universal Bistro 📍$10 Fuzio tini & Half off all appetizers until 7pm
📍$20 beer + burger
The State Theatre of Modesto 📍$10 M Soda & L Popcorn combo
18Seventy Brewing Co.ybrew 📍$20 for Pizza and a Pint
Papachino modesto 📍$10 Gyros or Chicken Pita
📍$20 appetizer + pint (or non-alc beverage)
Tresetti's📍15% off for Art Walkers
📍 $10 for 3 tacos
DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto 📍20% off any food item on menu at Maxi’s: 5-9pm

For the next hour come get FREE Yogurt Mill at Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand as a part of Modesto GarageFest✨🍦
04/20/2024

For the next hour come get FREE Yogurt Mill at Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand as a part of Modesto GarageFest✨🍦

Entertainment for Modesto GarageFest 4/20☀️📍 Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand Live music by Mapuana @ 12:30-2:30pmLive music...
04/19/2024

Entertainment for Modesto GarageFest 4/20☀️
📍 Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand
Live music by Mapuana @ 12:30-2:30pm
Live music by Weston Perry @ 3:00-5:00 pm
Face Painting Mistidawn Designs @ 12:30- 2:30pm

🍦The first 50 people to send a picture taken at a certified Modesto GarageFest sale and text TREASURE to (209) 217-9068, can pick up a free Yogurt Mill fro-yo cup at Rodin Farms from 1:00-3:00pm while supplies last (Limit one fro-yo per person and text. Must be day of event. We will not be reserving yogurt, first come first served).

📍 Modesto Grub Hubs
Music by Trax on Wax 209 @ 11:00 am-2:00 pm
Face Painting by The Black Sheep's Ink @ 11:30 am-1:30 pm

For more information go to modestogaragefest.com 🏡

📢📢 Modesto GarageFest Details & FAQ 📢📢Registered Pickup Details: Registered garages can pick up their tools & supplies a...
04/18/2024

📢📢 Modesto GarageFest Details & FAQ 📢📢

Registered Pickup Details:
Registered garages can pick up their tools & supplies at Visit Modesto starting at 10:00am through Friday at 5:00pm.
Items to be given out:
The first 250 garages are guaranteed a yard sign.
The first 125 to pick up of the first 250+ registered get a T-shirt.
All interested garages may have up to 4-5 branded paper bags.

🎶Entertainment/Family-Friendly locations are:
Modesto Grub Hubs
Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand

🗺️GarageFest Map Information:
The map goes live on the GarageFest website by 6:00 am on Saturday, 4/20. It will be hidden until then for the privacy of registered garages. The default view for the map will be ALL registered garages. You must select the categories you want to view, then de-select or click the deselect all button to restart your search and see other registered garage locations.

Modesto PD does have a list of registered garage locations and entertainment venues. They may have additional presence just to keep an eye on the extra traffic in the area.

FAQ:
What if I didn't sign up in time but still want to have a garage sale?
A: Host one anyway! We encourage you to still host your own event even if you missed out on registration. There's always next year 😋

Where is the map?
A: The MAP will go live on the website (modestogaragefest.com ) at 6:00 am on 4/20.

How do I stay in the know about these fun events?
A: Subscribe to our locals newsletter at visitmodesto.com, it's Modesto’s best every month in your inbox.

Discover Modesto Garage Fest: Explore over 250 garage sales in Modesto for unique finds and great deals. Don't miss out on this ultimate shopping experience.

Modesto ArtWalk 🌀 Third Thursday🗺️Start your ArtWalk Mistlin Gallery to grab a map & check in! Checking in will enter yo...
04/17/2024

Modesto ArtWalk 🌀 Third Thursday

🗺️Start your ArtWalk Mistlin Gallery to grab a map & check in! Checking in will enter you to win $50 gift card to Fuzio Universal Bistro, $50 Mistlin Gallery Credit, and Tickets to see the Modesto Symphony Orchestra on May 10 or 11, 2024 play Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9.

📍ALL venues below are open for free viewing 🎨
Mistlin Gallery and April Guiterrez
Melodiq Agency and Doré Neveling
Picasso's Gourmet Deli & Art and Jonathan Troxler
tastestudio and Stephanie Oyervides
and Ivy Carvellida
and Manuel Mejia
The State Theatre of Modesto with Barbara Garcia, Lynn Takacs, & Basil Collier
18Seventy Brewing Co. and Tracy Bookman Walto
The Chartreuse Muse-Art Gallery
D Forno Cocina with Jade Ramirez & Karla Burns
and Dominic Rodriguez
The Dragonfly Art for Life with Charles Sperling & Jocelyn Contreras
with Jordan Jones & Francisca Ramos
Tresetti's with Liz Perez & Anise Burns
and Karen Bohbot
with Terry Renner & Kathleen Leatherbarrow
Peer Recovery Art Project Incorporated with 🎶 by Melynda Rodriguez
and Jessica Melena
Lo-fi Cocktails & Artist TBD

Enjoy our new Downtown Meal Deals while you’re out and about 🍽️
📍$10 Fuzio tini & Half off all appetizers until 7pm
📍$20 beer + burger
📍$10 M Soda & L Popcorn combo
📍$20 for Pizza and a Pint
📍$10 Gyros or Chicken Pita
📍$20 appetizer + pint (or non-alc beverage)
📍15% off for Art Walkers
📍 $10 for 3 tacos
📍 $15 for a charcuterie cup + glass of wine

https://visitmodesto.com/arts-entertainment/ -walk

04/13/2024

Discover the stories behind each brushstroke as you explore the city's rich tapestry of street art🖌️⚡

Step into the vibrant heart of Modesto's art scene with our immersive Modesto Murals audio tour! Let the colors speak as you journey through history, culture, and creativity. 🎨
https://visitmodesto.com/momurals/

04/12/2024

Come for the baseball fun and stay for the Fireworks! It’s our first 🎆 night tonight presented by Stanislaus County PHAST Youth Coalition. Click the link in our bio to get 🎟️ today!

Modesto GarageFest is coming up! Details listed below🏡☀️ Saturday April 20th🗺️ See the map of all registered Garages  on...
04/10/2024

Modesto GarageFest is coming up! Details listed below🏡☀️

Saturday April 20th🗺️ See the map of all registered Garages on our website, search using the filters for they type of items you're interested in, and go explore!

After you're done exploring Modesto Garages, check out the FREE entertainment we've put together!

Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand
Live music by Mapuana @ 12:30-2:30pm
Live music by @ 3:00-5:00 pm
Face Painting @ 12:30- 2:30
🍦The first 50 people to send a picture taken at a certified Modesto GarageFest sale, and text TREASUE to 00000, can pick up a free Yogurt Mill at Rodin Farms from 1:00-2:00pm (Limit one fro-yo per person).

Modesto Grub Hubs
Face Painting by The Black Sheep's Ink @ 11:30-1:30
Music by Trax on Wax 209 @ 11:00-2:00

While you're in Modesto on 4/20, check out these other events happening around town :
Enjoy Sciabica Family California Olive Oil & Gourmet Foods & Track 424 Brewery - Live Music & food truck
Stop by Persuasion Brewing Co. - YumYum Food Fest and live music from 2pm-10pm
Check out The Chill List, get tickets The State Theatre of Modesto
Modesto Certified Farmers Market will be open 8am-1pm
Latte Art throwdown at 3pm (ticketed)

04/06/2024

What will you find to upcycle at Modesto GarageFest??♻️

At Modesto GarageFest there will be dozens of garage sales to check out in one city. You're able to sort the garages you want to visit by what they sell: appliances, kids toys, furniture, memorabilia, music, sporting goods and more.

Map your way from garage to garage that has the stuff YOU want to check out.📦

🎸Once you need a break from all that shopping, continue the fun at GrubHubs or Rodin Farms for some music, kids entertainment and great food.

That’s what you get, all in one day, with Modesto GarageFest! 🎶🏡☀️

Head to this link to register your garage sale (Modesto addresses ONLY):
https://visitmodesto.com/modesto-garage-fest-sign-up/

Prepare for the vibrant revival of downtown energy! 🎉✨ DoMo First Fridays are BACK, illuminating 10th and J Street with ...
04/03/2024

Prepare for the vibrant revival of downtown energy! 🎉✨ DoMo First Fridays are BACK, illuminating 10th and J Street with a kaleidoscope of activities and creativity⚡

For vendor info, spotlights, and updates... check out DoMo First Fridays

Join the celebration! 🌈🙌

The best of Fresh in Modesto!🫐💡Did you know our MoFresh Map has 46 different locations you can visit in Stanislaus Count...
04/01/2024

The best of Fresh in Modesto!🫐

💡Did you know our MoFresh Map has 46 different locations you can visit in Stanislaus County? From farm stands, ag specialty stores, tasting rooms, to farmers markets... there's a lot to explore!

🚗There is now an Audio tour on Wayfarer Journey much like the Almond Blossom Cruise, but this cruise is year round. It's a great resource for learning some history of the local farming community and the crops being grown here in the Central Valley.

🗓️The seasonality of local crops is also included, so you know when to come to Modesto for the freshest bounty of fruits, veggies, and more!

https://visitmodesto.com/getfresh/

03/29/2024

Introducing... Modesto GarageFest🏡

What is Modesto GarageFest?
A: Its a community garage sale in Modesto happening on Saturday 4/20, with entertainment sprinkled throughout the city. It's free to register and each location will be added to our map that includes categories to make your treasure hunt easier.

How do I sign up?
A: Go to modestogaragefest.com to register your garage! All official registered garages will receive a verified Modesto GarageFest yard sign.

When and what time?
A: April 20th, official Modesto GarageFest hours are 8:00am-4:00pm 🗓️

What else is going on in Modesto on 4/20?
Kick back at Rodin Farms, The Fruit Stand with live entertainment by Mapuana and Weston Perry
Enjoy Sciabica Family California Olive Oil & Gourmet Foods & Track 424 Brewery - Owen Walker Music & food truck
Stop by Persuasion Brewing Co. - YumYum Food Fest and live music from 2:00pm-10:00pm

#209

The Modesto Marathon is this Sunday, here's what you need to know!🏃The Modesto Marathon is run by Shadowchase Running Cl...
03/23/2024

The Modesto Marathon is this Sunday, here's what you need to know!🏃

The Modesto Marathon is run by Shadowchase Running Club, a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting running and fitness related activities in the greater Modesto area, and the proceeds from the marathon benefits Teens Run Modesto.

🚧Road closures will start early Sunday Morning, with the race starting at 7:00 AM. You can find the map of the race routes posted on City of Modesto - City Hall and Modesto Police Department page 🚧

🍳Looking for a post race bite to eat? Check out our dining page! It has all the dining and restaurant related options sorted by category to make your decision making that much easier 😉

For info on race day timelines, registration, and route maps go to modestomarathon.com 🏃

You're INVITED to the new and improved Modesto ArtWalk!🧑‍🎨🚶What is the Modesto ArtWalk? 🎨A: Its a FREE community event c...
03/13/2024

You're INVITED to the new and improved Modesto ArtWalk!🧑‍🎨🚶

What is the Modesto ArtWalk? 🎨
A: Its a FREE community event celebrating the Arts in our community and beyond. You can walk from shop to shop downtown and view artists work in galleries, restaurants, bars, and theatres. Everything from photography, to paintings, and even interactive art being made in the moment. Did we mention that it's Free?

What's new? 🤩
A: New Art, New Venues, and New meal deals to complement your experience downtown!

When/where is it? 🗓️
A: March 21st from 5:00-8:00pm in Downtown Modesto.

What kind of deals? 💰
A: We have partnered with select downtown restaurants and businesses to have one or multiple affordable deals, so you and your friends (or family) can come to an event and not break the bank dining out!

What are the Deals?🌮
A: Our official deals key for March 21st ArtWalk will be posted Tuesday 3/19 so you can plan your walk!

Special add on to March ArtWalk 🎨

📸The van Gogh Challenge Photo Contest Exhibition📸
Come and enjoy this viewing of Stanislaus County's Almond Blossom Season captured through the inspired lens of local and non local photographers. The top 10 photos from each category will be on display located at Greens on Tenth and open to public viewing during ArtWalk from 5:00-7:00 PM.

🏆Introducing our contest judges pictured above: Chad Redwing, PhD. Professor of Humanities, Modesto Junior College. Andrew Austin, Co-owner of Melodiq Agency. Amy MacPhail, Marketing Manager at Vintage Faire Mall. Ric Arthur, Founder of Wayfarer Journey. Edem Elesh, Artist.

We hope to see you on Third Thursday! 😉

03/11/2024

NOW STREAMING | Only on YouTube 🎥

Camp2Home: Contributing to the Success of Modesto Through the Power of Community

The City of Modesto’s Camp2Home Program offers a profound path to self-sufficiency for individuals seeking to rebuild their lives after experiencing homelessness. This comprehensive program encompasses five vital initiatives: Outreach, Shelter, Job Training, Employment, and Housing.

📺 Watch Now: https://youtu.be/L_rivQ6zjqw?feature=shared

03/02/2024

Enter to win The Van Gogh Challenge Photo Contest📸🌸

Famous Dutch Painter Vincent Van Gogh found beauty in the blooming almond trees and made some of his most recognizable works in his final years. Visit Modesto challenges you to get inspired and take in the natural beauty of the almond orchards in Stanislaus County by capturing what makes our patch of California so special🎨🌸

📸Categories: Youth (12-18 years, must still be in 12th grade), Amateur, Mobile, and Professional.

🎨The Van Gogh Photo Challenge Exhibition will be held on March 21st, 2024 at Greens on tenth as a part of ArtWalk. The top 10 photos from the Youth, Amateur, and Professional categories will be displayed for open viewing 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM. More details and Judges announcement to come next week!!

‼️Submissions will close on March 11th at 12:00 PM PST. Visit https://visitmodesto.com/van-gogh-challenge-sign-up/ to enter!

Almond Blossom season is here, so let's cruise!!!🌸Orchard Walks: Hours 📍Rodin Farms- 8am-6pm📍Roberts Ferry Gourmet- 10am...
02/24/2024

Almond Blossom season is here, so let's cruise!!!

🌸Orchard Walks: Hours
📍Rodin Farms- 8am-6pm
📍Roberts Ferry Gourmet- 10am-5:30pm
📍Richard’s Ranch- 10am-4pm

🎨Plein Air Classes with Edem Elesh
Youth Class; Saturday 2/24 10am-12pm
Adult Class; Saturday 2/24 1pm-3pm

💗Family Weekend Fun at Twin Rivers- 2/24 and 2/25- 11am-3pm:
Bounce house and slide, outdoor games, complementary face painting, girl scout cookie vendor, Kids favorites food menu, horseshoe pits, co****le boards

Check out the list of other offerings from our partners with Ag specialty stores, arts and entertainment, and bites to eat on our website linked in our bio 🌸

Address

1008 12th Street
Modesto, CA
95354

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+12095265588

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Visit Modesto posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Visit Modesto:

Videos

Share

"Get Fresh in Modesto"

Whether you’re looking for fresh sushi, fresh entertainment, fresh produce, or a place to find fresh ideas, Modesto has something for everyone.

A gem in the Central Valley, Modesto has a lot to offer business and leisure travelers alike. Amazing restaurants and exciting nightlife blend with the small town charm of holiday parades and farmers markets to create a unique experience.

Located within a short drive from popular tourist locations like Yosemite, San Francisco, Carmel/Monterey, and Lake Tahoe, Modesto is the perfect home base for exploring Northern California.

Modesto’s centralized location makes it a great option for company meetings and industry conferences. Less travel means more productivity.


Other Tourist Information Centers in Modesto

Show All