Lodi Locals
Good morning, Lodi. Fun fact: Lodi is home to some of the oldest Zinfandel vines in the world, some planted back in the 1880s. So yes, the wine here has been around longer than most countries' flags have been through a redesign.
In today's Lodi Locals:
A speakeasy with an actual secret code word
Five Window dedicating their whole Saturday to Daniel Bryant
Trail Coffee got bigger (and better)
Summer camp spots are open and some close sooner than you think
Let's get into it. — Kylie Talamantez
Events
Red Door Speakeasy | Friday, April 11 | 9:00 pm to Midnight
The Exchange 1874 is doing a speakeasy night and there's actually a code word to get in. They'll drop it on their Instagram story before the event, so watch for that. The RG3 Trio is playing live jazz, cocktail attire is required, and it runs until midnight. (This is the kind of night where you show up not knowing anyone and leave with a story.)
📍 The Exchange 1874, 18961 N Lower Sacramento Rd, Lodi, CA
A Celebration of Life | Saturday, April 11 | 11:00 am to 11:00 pm
Five Window Beer Co. is holding a Celebration of Life for Daniel Bryant this Saturday. Live music from Saving Seattle, merch by Josh Barrington, and a beer garden open from 11 to 11. Every single pint sold puts $1 toward the Lucy Fund, and 100% of merch sales go there too. All donations go directly into a protected trust for Lucy, Daniel's young daughter, to support her future education and life needs.
If you knew Daniel, this one is for you. If you didn't, showing up still means something. Lodi takes care of its own, and this is that in real life.
📍9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA 95240
Bloom Fest at Lodi Lake | Sunday, April 19 | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
The Lodi Youth Commission is bringing a free spring morning to the lake and the lineup is solid. Storytime, bouquet making, a nature scavenger hunt, crafts, giveaways, and food trucks on site. Open to all ages, and if you show the flyer at the gate your parking fee gets waived. Put it on the calendar now, it's the kind of Sunday that earns its spot.
📍 Lodi Lake, Lodi, CA
The 64th Annual Spring Art Show | Saturday, April 18 & Sunday, April 19 | 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
64 years. That is not a small thing. The Lodi Community Art Center's Spring Art Show is back and this year they're holding it out at Durst Winery and Estates in Acampo, which is a genuinely great backdrop for it. Entry is free both days. Sunday at 3:00 pm is the awards ceremony, right before artists pick up their work, so if you want to catch the full thing, Sunday afternoon is the move. The full list of accepted entries is up on the Lodi Community Art Center's website.
📍 Durst Winery and Estates, 10173 Acampo Rd, Acampo, CA 95220
Lodi Beer Fest and State BBQ Championship | Saturday, April 25 | All Day
Marking this one early because it always fills up. Craft beer, a serious BBQ competition, and a crowd that comes ready for a full day. Tickets are available on the grape festivals website.
📍413 E Lockeford St, Lodi, CA 95240
Lodi Street Faire | Sunday, May 3 | 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fourteen blocks of downtown taken over by 400+ vendors, antiques, handmade goods, art, boutique finds, ideally you can find the kind of stuff you can't find at a regular store. The food alone is worth the trip. Burgers, tri-tip, Mexican food, Filipino food, sweets, cold drinks and I enjoy walking around eating the whole time. Parking garage fills up quick so if you park father away I recommend it. Free to get in, rain or shine. Full vendor lineup over at the Lodi Chamber of Commerce website.
📍 Downtown Lodi, School & Church Streets, Lodi, CA 95240
🏡 Family & Kids Corner
Summer camp spots are going fast. Here is what is open, what is closing, and what your kids will thank you for booking.
City of Lodi Summer Safari Camp | June 1 through July 23 | 7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Full-day coverage all summer, right here in town. Safari Camp is for kids 6 to 12, Kiddie Kamp for ages 4 and 5. One-time $45 registration fee, $241-290 a week (depending on what week or weeks you choose). Spots are capped and weeks do not transfer, so go in knowing your schedule! There will also be additional field trip opportunities like going to Great America amusement park or to Discovery Kingdom. STEM, sports, and baking specialty camps also available through Parks & Rec. Registration is in person only. Call (209) 333-6742 or visit the
📍 Registration: 230 W. Elm St., Lodi, CA 95240 (Mon–Fri, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm)
📍 Camp Location: Hutchins Street Square, 125 S. Hutchins St., Lodi, CA 95240
WOW Science Museum Summer Camps | 5-Day Sessions | June & July
A week of real science at the museum downtown. Main Camp is ages 8 to 11, Junior Camp is 5 to 7. These fill up fast and there are no walk-ins. A $50 non-refundable deposit holds your spot. Call (209) 368-0969 or register at
📍 World of Wonders Science Museum, 2 N. Sacramento St., Lodi, CA 95240
Next Level Sports Camps at Lodi High School | June 2026
Flag Football (grades 1 to 8) runs June 1 to 5, registration closes May 29. Girls Volleyball (grades 4 to 8) runs June 8 to 12, closes June 5. No prior experience needed for either. Both include a Nike Dri-FIT shirt. Volleyball campers bring a lunch. Register at
📍 Lodi High School, Lodi, CA
PALS Haven Furry Friends Kids Camp | July 14 to 18
Twelve spots, total. Third through sixth graders spend a week on animal care, activities, and hands-on time at the shelter. $250 for the week. Call before it fills. (209) 333-9963.
📍 PALS Haven, 5113 W. Sargent Rd., Lodi, CA 95242
Believe In Battle VBS | 4 Days | June 15 to 18
Four days of faith-based camp for kids kindergarten through 6th grade. Lessons, activities, and experiences like reptiles and Jiu Jitsu; built around Ephesians 6 and the Armor of God. Both the VBS registration form and the 2026/27 Health & Consent form are required along with full payment to hold your spot. First child is $35, second is $25, and additional kids from the same family are $20 each. Register here.
📍18621 CA-99, Acampo, CA 95220
✨Community Spotlight
Trail Coffee
A business I’m excited to spotlight this week is Trail Coffee on School Street! In my opinion, they have the best coffee in Lodi; with homemade syrups that never taste artificial or overly sweet. If you haven’t tried a rose cardamom latte or a honey latte yet, definitely add those to your list on your next visit. You can thank me later.
And if you haven’t been in recently, you might not know that Trail has expanded their seating area! Head outside toward Lockeford Street (where the piano is) and you’ll spot another door that’s part of Trail as well. It’s a beautiful addition, and honestly, it couldn’t have come at a better time.
So many of us are working from home now, juggling meetings, and searching for that “third place” — somewhere that isn’t home and isn’t the office, but still feels like yours. I’ll be honest, I was personally bummed when the Starbucks on Ham Lane swapped out their big, work-friendly tables for small round ones to speed up customer turnover. Trail is the opposite of that. They’re not trying to rush you out the door. They’re about quality and community, which is exactly why this place has such a special spot in my heart.
The staff are genuinely wonderful people, and the atmosphere reflects that. Whether you’re settling in with a book, catching up with a friend, getting through some schoolwork, or just need a quiet corner to focus — you’re welcome there.
If you’re looking to host a meeting or reserve the space, reach out to Nick directly at [email protected]. Otherwise, the space is yours to enjoy freely.
Go give Trail some love — and tell them the newsletter sent you! ☕️
🐾 Cutest Pups In Lodi
I will never not be excited about this section. Every week a new winner, every week I lam overwhelmed by cuteness. Here's your pup of the week.
Butters VIP (Very Important Pup)
“This is my foster fail puppy Butters and our kitty Harry Harold. They love the play and this picture makes me laugh. Thought I would share ☺️.” - Butters Human
🎶 LIVE MUSIC | APRIL 2026
FRI - APR 10 Working Class Band (80s Rock)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM
FRI - APR 10 Overdryve (Live Music)
📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA - 🕖 7–10 PM
FRI - APR 10 Darby Town – Sunset Sippin' (Live Music)
📍 18921 Atkins Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM - Free Admission
SAT - APR 11 Rob Stevenson (Acoustic Rock)
📍 21 N School St, Lodi, CA - 🕠 5:30 PM
SAT - APR 11 Kool Shifters (Multi-Genre)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM
SAT - APR 11 Saving Seattle (90s/2000s Grunge & Alt Rock)
📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA - 🕖 7–10 PM
SUN - APR 12 William Smith Jr. (Acoustic/Covers)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕐 1–4 PM
THU - APR 16 B&C Music – Thursday Night Music (Live Music)
📍 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM - Free Admission
THU - APR 16 Dustin Heer – Thursday Night Music (Live Music)
📍 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM - Free Admission
FRI - APR 17 Georgetowne Band (Rock/Country)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM
FRI - APR 17 CAMO CALI (Live Music)
📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA - 🕖 7–10 PM - Ticketed
FRI - APR 17 Country Dance Night – DWR Crew (Country)
📍 100 S Sacramento St, Lodi, CA - 🕖 7–9 PM - Free
FRI - APR 17 Open Mic at the Square
📍 125 S Hutchins St, Lodi, CA - 🕖 7 PM
FRI - APR 17 Billy Sconce – Sunset Sippin' (Rock & Roll)
📍 18921 Atkins Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM - Free Admission
SAT - APR 18 The Jebby Trio (Jazz/Blues)
📍 21 N School St, Lodi, CA - 🕠 5:30 PM
SAT - APR 18 Summit Band (Classic Rock)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM
SAT - APR 18 Line Dancing (Country)
📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–10 PM - $5
SAT - APR 18 Don Gato & Band – Summer Music Series (Pop/Rock)
📍 Nostra Vita Family Winery, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–10 PM - Ticketed
SUN - APR 19 William Sconce (Acoustic/Singer-Songwriter)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕐 1–4 PM
SUN - APR 19 Mystic Vinyl – Sunday Music Live (Acoustic Rock)
📍 340 W Hwy 12, Lodi, CA - 🕐 1–4 PM - $5 non-members
SUN - APR 19 Tierra Cali + Humberto Plancarte (Regional Mexican)
📍 100 N Cherokee Ln, Lodi, CA - 🕗 8 PM - 21+ / Ticketed
THU - APR 23 Dave Atencio – Thursday Night Music (Live Music)
📍 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM - Free Admission
FRI - APR 24 Mikara & Brandon Cline – After Hours (Upbeat/Dance)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM
FRI - APR 24 Cradle III – Sunset Sippin' (Live Music)
📍 18921 Atkins Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM - Free Admission
SAT - APR 25 Tribal Seeds + Dub Souljah + Amp Melo (Reggae/Hip-Hop)
📍 9 W Locust St, Lodi, CA - 🕟 4:30–11 PM - All Ages / Ticketed
SAT - APR 25 Silverback (High-Energy/Dance)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6–9 PM
SAT - APR 25 Overdryve – Stama Sip & Sounds (Rock/Covers)
📍 17521 N Davis Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM - Free
SAT - APR 25 The Sun Followers – Bokisch Spring Wine Club Party
📍 18921 Atkins Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕛 12 PM - Wine Club Event
SUN - APR 26 Wealth of Nations Trio (Rock/Feel-Good Covers)
📍 1973 W Turner Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕐 1–4 PM
SUN - APR 26 The Retrofitz – Sunday Music Live (Classic Rock)
📍 340 W Hwy 12, Lodi, CA - 🕐 1–4 PM - $5 non-members
WED - APR 29 Wine Down w/ Wilson & Friends
📍 18273 N Lower Sacramento Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕕 6 PM
THU - APR 30 Payton Mahoney – Thursday Night Music (Live Music)
📍 23627 N DeVries Rd, Lodi, CA - 🕔 5–8 PM - Free Admission
Thanks for reading! It means more than you know that you take a few minutes out of your day to stay connected with our little corner of the world. See you around Lodi! 🍇
