Events in Downtown Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek Downtown hosts events throughout the year.

For more information, please contact:

Director of Events & Community Relations: Donna Labriola, donna@walnutcreekdowntown.com
Events Manager: Kelsey Wendt, kelsey@walnutcreekdowntown.com

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Spring Fling – Taste & Toast

March 19, 2025, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate the Walnut Creek Education Foundation (WCEF) in partnership with the Walnut Creek Downtown Association (WCD). Taste & Toast is more than an event - it's a lively fusion of flavor, community, and purpose, bringing together our love for local schools and the vibrant heart of downtown Walnut Creek.

Walnut Creek Wednesday

May 14, June 11, July 16, August 6, 2025

Experience Downtown Walnut Creek's most popular street festival. Walnut Creek Wednesday is an evening of art, beer/wine, food, activities, live music, and shopping from artisan vendors at this beloved street festival. Grab a bite and support a small business by ordering from one of many Walnut Creek restaurants that are within walking distance. Connect with the community and explore all of what Downtown Walnut Creek has to offer.

 

Walnut Creek Uncorked

June 26, 2025

This annual event offers attendees a variety of wine tastings and food bites as they stroll through the many unique boutiques and restaurants that make downtown Walnut Creek such a popular and evolving destination. Walnut Creek Uncorked also features live music played by local musicians on the city sidewalks and plazas. 

Summer Arts

June–August 2025

A summer-long celebration of the performing, visual and culinary arts in downtown Walnut Creek. Events and activities are planned throughout the months of June–August, including experiences for both families and adults.

Broadway Plaza Summer Concert Series

August 2025

Enjoy this beloved Summer Concert Series presented by Broadway Plaza featuring weekly outdoor concerts that will get you on your feet as you dance in the summer heat!

Walnut Creek Downtown Association will be selling Beverages at each concert, plus concertgoers can get food at a number of our surrounding eateries and restaurants.

Oktoberfest

September 26 & 27, 2025

Practice your polka, join us in the biergarten, or on the dance floor for another epic Oktoberfest in Walnut Creek. It’s a great place to show off your dirndl dress or don the lederhosen (not mandatory!). Walnut Creek Oktoberfest recreates the beloved German fall celebration and includes plenty of German food, family-friendly activities, a performance by traditional dancers, plus beer and wine. Prost!

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Holiday Tree Lighting

December 4, 2025

Celebrate the return of Walnut Creek's Holiday Tree Lighting in Civic Park. Join us as we celebrate the magic of the season and add to this year's holiday decorations in the downtown. Enjoy family fun with hot cocoa, festive carolers, and more!

Walnut Creek on Ice

Returning Winter 2025

Twinkling lights, holiday smiles, crisp winter evenings and frosty ice under your skates are some of the amazing experiences you’ll find at Walnut Creek on Ice.

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