Best events in
Placerville

For events and things to do in Placerville, CA, the historic downtown area serves as the main hub for community gatherings and entertainment. Much of the town's character is rooted in its Gold Rush past, with many venues and activities located in beautifully preserved historic buildings. The local scene also extends beyond Main Street, drawing from the nearby wineries of the El Dorado region and the farms of Apple Hill.

Wander down Historic Main Street to find a casual evening of live music or karaoke at spots like Placerville Public House or The Green Room Social Club.
Experience local creativity and history through the monthly Placerville Art Walk or the Living History Days reenactments.
Explore the surrounding area with family-friendly trips to Gold Bug Park and Mine or seasonal festivities in the Apple Hill region.

autocomplete

Events near Placerville

Explore more events

Comedian ZANE LAMPREY in Loomis, CA

Sun, Oct 18 • 7:00 PM

Gander Taphouse

Check ticket price on event

2026 DesCor Builders Roundup

Fri, Oct 23 • 5:00 PM

Blue Goose Event Center

Check ticket price on event

The REO Brothers of Tacloban- SACRAMENTO

Sat, Oct 24 • 7:00 PM

Red Hawk Resort + Casino

Check ticket price on event

Rita Hosking in concert

Sun, Oct 25 • 3:00 PM

IOOF Hall

Check ticket price on event

ATV Big Air Tour Evening Show

Sat, Nov 7 • 7:00 PM

Gold Country Fairgrounds and Event Center

Check ticket price on event

Sacramento Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s ♥ Folsom CA

Thu, Nov 12 • 6:00 PM

Dave and Busters

Check ticket price on event

Sacramento/Sierra Chapter - Paint/Sculpt-Out in Historic Auburn

Sat, Nov 21 • 8:30 AM

Frank Ordaz Gallery

Check ticket price on event

VERY JERRY XMAS 2026 NIGHT 1 FRIDAY @ THE AUBURN ODD FELLOWS LODGE

Fri, Dec 18 • 6:30 PM

Keep Smilin @ The Auburn Odd Fellows Lodge

Check ticket price on event

Comedian ZANE LAMPREY in Loomis, CA

Sun, Oct 18 • 7:00 PM

Gander Taphouse

Check ticket price on event

2026 DesCor Builders Roundup

Fri, Oct 23 • 5:00 PM

Blue Goose Event Center

Check ticket price on event

The REO Brothers of Tacloban- SACRAMENTO

Sat, Oct 24 • 7:00 PM

Red Hawk Resort + Casino

Check ticket price on event

Rita Hosking in concert

Sun, Oct 25 • 3:00 PM

IOOF Hall

Check ticket price on event

ATV Big Air Tour Evening Show

Sat, Nov 7 • 7:00 PM

Gold Country Fairgrounds and Event Center

Check ticket price on event

Sacramento Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s ♥ Folsom CA

Thu, Nov 12 • 6:00 PM

Dave and Busters

Check ticket price on event

Sacramento/Sierra Chapter - Paint/Sculpt-Out in Historic Auburn

Sat, Nov 21 • 8:30 AM

Frank Ordaz Gallery

Check ticket price on event

VERY JERRY XMAS 2026 NIGHT 1 FRIDAY @ THE AUBURN ODD FELLOWS LODGE

Fri, Dec 18 • 6:30 PM

Keep Smilin @ The Auburn Odd Fellows Lodge

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Nearby cities

Sacramento

38 miles away

Elk Grove

38 miles away

Roseville

26 miles away

West Sacramento

40 miles away

Folsom

20 miles away

Arden-Arcade

33 miles away

Rancho Cordova

28 miles away

Rocklin

25 miles away

Lodi

49 miles away

Citrus Heights

26 miles away

Carmichael

29 miles away

Grass Valley

36 miles away

North Highlands

31 miles away

Rosemont

31 miles away

Nevada City

39 miles away

Rio Linda

36 miles away

Auburn

19 miles away

Lincoln

28 miles away

Cameron Park

10 miles away

South Lake Tahoe

47 miles away

El Dorado Hills

15 miles away

Orangevale

21 miles away

North Auburn

21 miles away

Fair Oaks

26 miles away

Florin

37 miles away

Parkway

39 miles away

Gold River

26 miles away

Loomis

22 miles away

Stateline

49 miles away

Woodbridge

47 miles away

Sacramento

38 miles away

Elk Grove

38 miles away

Roseville

26 miles away

West Sacramento

40 miles away

Folsom

20 miles away

Arden-Arcade

33 miles away

Rancho Cordova

28 miles away

Rocklin

25 miles away

Lodi

49 miles away

Citrus Heights

26 miles away

Carmichael

29 miles away

Grass Valley

36 miles away

North Highlands

31 miles away

Rosemont

31 miles away

Nevada City

39 miles away

Rio Linda

36 miles away

Auburn

19 miles away

Lincoln

28 miles away

Cameron Park

10 miles away

South Lake Tahoe

47 miles away

El Dorado Hills

15 miles away

Orangevale

21 miles away

North Auburn

21 miles away

Fair Oaks

26 miles away

Florin

37 miles away

Parkway

39 miles away

Gold River

26 miles away

Loomis

22 miles away

Stateline

49 miles away

Woodbridge

47 miles away

Online Events

Explore more events

HBR Book Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thu, Oct 15 • 1:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Thu, Oct 22 • 6:00 PM GMT+2

Check ticket price on event

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Congreso Internacional de Dirección de Proyectos - Tour PMI Buenos Aires

Wed, Nov 11 • 6:00 PM GMT-3

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

HBR Book Webinar: Resilient Optimism

Thu, Oct 15 • 1:00 PM GMT+1

Check ticket price on event

Coming Together for Multilingual Children with DLD

Thu, Oct 22 • 6:00 PM GMT+2

Check ticket price on event

(ONLINE) Women on the Move with Ann Patchett

Tue, Oct 27 • 11:30 AM EDT

Check ticket price on event

Humanitarian Water Engineering Fall 2026

Check ticket price on event

No Title, No Permission, No Problem: Harnessing the Power of Influence

Thu, Nov 5 • 1:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Congreso Internacional de Dirección de Proyectos - Tour PMI Buenos Aires

Wed, Nov 11 • 6:00 PM GMT-3

Check ticket price on event

The MI5 Archive: Official Secrets

Fri, Nov 27 • 2:00 PM GMT

Check ticket price on event

Washington Crossing the Delaware / The Crossing - Film History Livestream

Sat, Dec 19 • 8:00 PM EST

Check ticket price on event

Explore more events

Points of Interest near Placerville

El Dorado County Historical Museum

Frequently asked questions about Placerville

Where are the best spots for live music events in Placerville?

The Green Room Social Club is a top destination for live music on Main Street. The venue hosts local and touring bands, while Placerville Public House offers more casual performances in a family-friendly pub setting. PJ's Roadhouse also features regular live acts.

What are some family-friendly things to do in the Placerville area?

Gold Bug Park and Mine offers a unique historical experience for all ages. Families can tour a real gold mine, visit the museum, and pan for gems. The seasonal farmers market on Main Street is another great outing, as are the annual fall events in Apple Hill.

Are there any free events in Placerville?

The monthly Placerville Art Walk is a popular free event along Historic Main Street. Galleries open their doors for art viewing, and some shops feature live music. Strolling through the historic downtown area is always a great free activity, especially during community events.

What is the nightlife like in Placerville?

Placerville's nightlife is centered on the casual pubs and venues along Main Street. Spots like Placerville Public House and PJ's Roadhouse offer relaxed atmospheres with trivia or music. The Green Room Social Club often has later shows and a lively social scene.

Do you have any date night ideas in Placerville?

A great date night could start with the monthly Placerville Art Walk on Main Street. Afterward, catch a comedy show or live band at The Green Room Social Club. Many local restaurants and nearby wineries also provide a perfect setting for a special evening.

What kinds of events happen on Historic Main Street?

Historic Main Street is the primary stage for Placerville's community events. It hosts the monthly Art Walk, seasonal farmers markets, and annual traditions like Oktoberfest. Many pubs and galleries along the street also hold their own regular events, from live music to trivia nights.

How can I find food and drink events in the Placerville area?

Many local pubs, such as Placerville Public House, host events pairing food with craft beer and music. The surrounding El Dorado wine region is full of tasting rooms, and the annual Apple Hill festival offers unique culinary experiences with local produce.

Where can I see comedy shows in Placerville?

The Green Room Social Club is the main venue for comedy in downtown Placerville. The club regularly features stand-up comedy shows from both local and touring comedians. It also hosts open-mic nights, providing a platform for new talent to perform.

Events near Placerville

Comedian ZANE LAMPREY in Loomis, CA

2026 DesCor Builders Roundup

The REO Brothers of Tacloban- SACRAMENTO

Rita Hosking in concert

ATV Big Air Tour Evening Show

Sacramento Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s ♥ Folsom CA

Sacramento/Sierra Chapter - Paint/Sculpt-Out in Historic Auburn

VERY JERRY XMAS 2026 NIGHT 1 FRIDAY @ THE AUBURN ODD FELLOWS LODGE

Comedian ZANE LAMPREY in Loomis, CA

2026 DesCor Builders Roundup

The REO Brothers of Tacloban- SACRAMENTO

Rita Hosking in concert

ATV Big Air Tour Evening Show

Sacramento Speed Dating for Singles Age 40s/50s ♥ Folsom CA

Sacramento/Sierra Chapter - Paint/Sculpt-Out in Historic Auburn

VERY JERRY XMAS 2026 NIGHT 1 FRIDAY @ THE AUBURN ODD FELLOWS LODGE

Trending searches

1. Mothers day

2. Memorial day weekend events

3. Fairgrounds

4. Midget wrestling

5. 5 de mayo events

6. Events happening today near me

7. Car

8. Children

9. El dorado county

10. Rodeo

11. May events

12. Live music

Nearby cities

Sacramento

Elk Grove

Roseville

West Sacramento

Folsom

Arden-Arcade

Rancho Cordova

Rocklin

Lodi

Citrus Heights

Carmichael

Grass Valley

North Highlands

Rosemont

Nevada City

Rio Linda

Auburn

Lincoln

Cameron Park

South Lake Tahoe

El Dorado Hills

Orangevale

North Auburn

Fair Oaks

Florin

Parkway

Gold River

Loomis

Stateline

Woodbridge

Sacramento

Elk Grove

Roseville

West Sacramento

Folsom

Arden-Arcade

Rancho Cordova

Rocklin

Lodi

Citrus Heights

Carmichael

Grass Valley

North Highlands

Rosemont

Nevada City

Rio Linda

Auburn

Lincoln

Cameron Park