Sundays in the Park

Sundays in the Park Lineup & Information Page 

The Sundays In The Park Free Concert Series is the largest and most recognized community event in Mendocino County. Since 1991, the series has thrilled the community with exceptional musical performances by artists from diverse genres including blues, classical, country, salsa, soul, rock, swing and more. Each summer, taking center stage in beautiful Todd Grove Park, six free concerts featuring world-renowned artists as well as local talent, entertain more than 20,000 music fans. In addition to great entertainment, the series is a source of great civic pride and is cherished by locals and visitors as a summer tradition. Sponsorships from local businesses are a vital component to the continued success of Sundays In The Park and without their support; the free concerts wouldn’t be possible. Pack a picnic or indulge in fabulous food prepared by vendors who are onsite with everything from barbequed tri-tip to sushi. Bring a blanket and gather with your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy top notch performers while being part of the greater Ukiah community. (Please, no pets and no smoking within the main event area, low-back chairs only, personal BBQ’s only allowed at the picnic table areas. Thank you.) Concerts begin at 6pm. For more information please call 707-463-6231.

Ukiah Country PumpkinFest

Click here for details and entry forms for this year's Pumpkinfest.


The Country Pumpkinfest blends a harvest and music festival into the Halloween holiday, this annual two-day event is held each fall in the month of October. Along with a variety of delicious foods, the streets of Downtown Ukiah are filled with craft vendors, fine arts exhibits, and "Scarecrow City". Enjoy live music, a country fiddle contest and the ever-popular children's carnival including many games and amusements. Try your luck at a pie-eating contest or show off your green thumb by entering the great pumpkin weigh-off! For more information regarding Pumpkinfest call the City of Ukiah at 707-463-6231.

Big pumpkins are exciting! They are fun to look at and they make wonderful jack-o'-lanterns. Len Stellpflog (well known in pumpkin circles) suggests carved big pumpkins last longer if you stand them on the stem end. This is due to the stem end being approximately twice the thickness of the opposite end. When the heavier end is up, they collapse in about a week, especially if broad areas have been carved away.

Howard Dill of Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada started the strain of seeds known as The Atlantic Giant. By 1979 the world was beginning to pay attention to these giants and today many of the world's top growers are women. The giant pumpkins ranged from 963 lbs. to 887.5 lbs.!

All computer buffs will be happy to know that a pumpkin web site has been installed on the World Wide Web. To access all the information and news about giant pumpkins, go to http://www.giantpumpkins.com

Prizes are awarded as follows:

Moonlight Movie Madness

Moonlight Movie Madness is a series of six free movies shown throughout the summer in Alex Thomas Plaza in downtown Ukiah.  It’s a great way to spend time with your family and friends under the stars on a warm, summer evening.  Local non-profit organizations sell popcorn, nachos, hot dogs, ice cream, s’mores and other goodies at an affordable price.  Free Movies at the Plaza is presented by Home Audio Video by dfm Car Stereo along with the City of Ukiah and the Ukiah Main Street Program as part of an ongoing revitalization effort to preserve and enhance what makes Ukiah a great place.  So grab your low-back beach chairs and blankets and meet your neighbors downtown to enjoy movies on the big screen!  For additional information please call 707-463-6231.

Family Fun in the Sun

4th of July Picnic in the Park

The Chamber of Commerce and the City of Ukiah have joined together to bring back the spectacular All American Fourth of July Picnic in the Park.  This free event will take place from noon to 5:00pm on Saturday, July 4th, at Todd Grove Park.  There will be live entertainment, organized games, bounce houses, free swim at Ukiah Municipal Pool, contests, races, a community participation mural, and food and craft vendors.  For questions, please call the City of Ukiah Community Services Department at 463-6231.

2009 4th of July Event Vendor Application

2009 4th of July Event Sponsor Benefits and Pledge Form

Fabulous Flashback Car Show

Enjoy the crowning glory of Summer fun by attending the annual Fabulous Flashback Car Show and Poker Run, organized by the Early Iron Club of Ukiah. Held every year in September the kick off is Friday evening with music and dancing. On Saturday, dine, drink, shop and feast your eyes on over 350 rare and beautiful automobiles on School Street and the Alex R. Thomas Plaza. On Sunday wind through our beautiful valley as you relax and enjoy the Poker Run. Call the City of Ukiah at 463-6231 for more information.

Please click on the car to go to the Early Iron Club website:

Comedy Alley

Enjoy Ukiah's only local comedy venue. On the 3rd Saturday of January through May, and in October and November, the Ukiah Main Street Program, 707-463-6729, presents three professional stand-up comedians from the Bay Area and beyond. Held in the Ukiah Valley Conference Center located at 200 South School Street in Downtown Ukiah. Enjoy food and drink from the no-host bar and buffet. Tickets are available pre-sale at a reduced rate at Mendocino Bounty, also located in the Conference Center. Comedy Alley is often sold out so buying in advance is recommended. Also, tables for 6 to 10 guests can be reserved in advance at Mendocino Bounty. Doors open at 7:00 p.m., and the show starts at 8:00 p.m.

Ukiah Farmers' Market

Downtown Ukiah's Saturday morning and Tuesday evening Farmers Market is the place to be for shopping, live music, vendor booths and produce from local farmers. You'll find locally grown, certified, and delicious fruits, vegetables, cheeses, honey, eggs, jams, flowers, spices and much more! Every Saturday morning and Tuesday afternoon starting in May, and on through October (weather permitting), enjoy a stroll down Ukiah's historic tree-lined streets. Browse in dozens of shops (open until 7:00 p.m. each Tuesday). A list of all participating merchants, and their sales and specials, can be found at our "merchant board", posted next to the Information Booth. Enjoy live acoustic music, arts & crafts, fresh produce, local wines, microbrews, and a bite to eat at the outdoor tables, located at the Alex R. Thomas Plaza between State and School Streets. Take advantage of convenient parking available at the Post Office, Civic Center, Library, behind the Conference Center, and at the Corner of School and Henry. From June through October, the market is held every Tuesday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Alex Thomas Plaza Pavilion. For further information, please call Ukiah Main Street Program at 707-463-6729.

Annual Taste of Downtown

On a Friday evening in June, take a walking tour of Downtown Ukiah's charming shops and businesses while enjoying dozens of world-renowned local wines, microbrews, brandies and more. Strolling musicians, acoustic bands, and fabulous hors d' oeuvres included. Welcome in the summer at this wildly popular event. For date and time call 707-463-6729.

Cinco De Mayo Festival and Fair

The Street festival includes cultural entertainment, food booths, Arts and Crafts and a parade. The Street Fair is held downtown on School Street with the parade along School Street. Contact Marta at the Latino Coalition 707-367-1481 for more details.

Family-Life Expo & Home Show

This weekend-long community event features over 150 exhibitors, local talent performing on two stages, and lots of fun for the whole family! Stop by the Mendocino County Office of Education Science Fair on Saturday and don't miss the UVMC Health & Wellness Fair on Sunday for critical health screenings, free information and educational demonstrations, too. The Family-Life Expo & Home Show is held every year at the Redwood Empire Fairgrounds in Ukiah and admission is free. For more information, visit www.family-life.us.

Holiday Trolley

The Ukiah Main Street Program, Greater Ukiah Chamber of Commerce and the Mendocino Transit Authority are proud to present the Holiday Trolley! Get in the holiday spirit, and take a ride with the "Trolley Mama." From the day after Thanksgiving, 'til the day after Christmas, you'll enjoy riding our FREE antique Trolley from the Pear Tree shopping Center, to Orchards Long's Plaza and on the Ukiah Downtown District!