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Golden State Theatre Events
Built in 1926, the Golden State Theatre is a 15,000 square-foot live performance venue. Recently restored, it features an Old World grand lobby and mezzanine, one thousand plush velvet seats, state-of-the-art sound, and the indefinable magic of a truly historic setting.
Golden State Theatre presents Jon Anderson and The Band Geeks performing Yes epics, classics, and more on Friday, July 3 at 8pm. Tickets are $67-$126. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click...
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Jimmy Failla , host of FOX News Saturday Night with Jimmy Failla, on Friday, July 17 at 8pm. Tickets are $32-$84. For more information and to purchase tickets, please...
Golden State Theatre presents comedian George Lopez on Saturday, July 18 at 8pm. Tickets are $77-$136. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Los Lobos and Los Lonely Boys on Saturday, August 8 at 8pm. Tickets are $65-$153. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ...
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Maria Bamford on Saturday, August 15 at 8pm. Tickets are $43-$67. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Sun Kil Moon on Saturday, August 22 at 8pm. Tickets are $43-$79. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Asleep at the Wheel on Saturday, June 27 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$100. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
The Golden State Theatre presents an amazing chance to hear two Blues Hall of Fame legends, Elvin Bishop and Charlie Musselwhite , on Saturday, May 24 at 8pm. Tickets are $55-$119 - purchase here . Don't miss seeing these two extraordinary artists perform live.
Golden State Theatre hosts a rescheduled performance by Y&T on Friday, September 30 at 8pm. Tickets are $35-$65. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Grammy Award winner Bruce Hornsby and The Noisemakers on Saturday, June 13 at 8pm. Tickets are $61-$96. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....
Golden State Theatre presents Ramon Ayala y Sus Bravos del Norte on Sunday, September 18 at 8pm. To purchase tickets, please click here .
Ramon Ayala was born in the Mexican city of Monterrey in 1945. At the age of 5 an accordion was placed in his hands...and the rest is history. He has since produced 105 records, becoming known as the King of the Accordion and bringing Mexican Norteno music to adoring audiences everywhere.
Golden State Theatre presents Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer, the hosts of the podcast And That's Why We Drink on Friday, March 14 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$65. For more information and to purchase...
Golden State Theatre presents the Sam Grisman Project on Friday, June 5 at 8pm. Tickets are $49-$96. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
The Golden State Theatre presents Straight Tequila Night , a 90s country music tribute band from Texas, on Tuesday, May 26 at 8pm. Tickets are $26-$32. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click...
The Golden State Theatre presents Classic Albums Live : Pink Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" on Saturday, May 23 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$96. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here...
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Chelsea Handler on Saturday, May 16 at 8pm. Tickets are $119-$239. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Rene Vaca on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm. Tickets are $42-$100. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Eric Johnson on Saturday, May 9 at 8pm. Tickets are $52-$76. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents Molly Tuttle and Ketch Secor on Saturday, May 2 at 8pm. Tickets are $45-$219. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....
Golden State Theatre presents Jonathan Van Ness, stopping by Monterey on his Hot and Healed comedy tour, on Friday, May 1 at 8pm. Tickets are $51-$81. For more information and to purchase tickets, ...
Golden State Theatre presents Journey USA performing the hits of the band Journey on Friday, April 24 at 8pm. Tickets are $35-$64. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here ....
The film dives into the unseen mental battles faced by first responders, athletes, and everyday people. Follow firefighter and professional mountain biker Steve Vanderhoek over a 2 year journey shaped by trauma, loss, and healing.
Golden State Theatre presents magician and comedian Justin Willman on Thursday, April 16 at 7pm. Tickets are $71-$188. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents the Grammy nominated duo Black Violin on Saturday, April 11 at 8pm. Tickets are $55-$211. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre hosts the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour. Journey to exotic locations, paddle the wildest waters, and climb the highest peaks tonight in a selection of films from the 2025-2026 Banff Mountain Film Festival. Tickets are $41 - purchase here .
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Zoltan Kaszas on Saturday, April 4 at 8pm. Tickets are $48-$72. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents The Phil Collins Story on Friday, April 3 at 8pm. Tickets are $42-$83. For more information and to purchase tickets, please click here .
Golden State Theatre presents comedian Patton Oswalt . Tickets are $37-$108 - purchase here . Oswalt has appeared in 6 stand-up specials, winning a Primetime Emmy Award and a Grammy Award. This man delivers the goods.
Golden State Theatre presents Fleetwood Macrame, one of the Bay Area's most exciting tribute bands. What began as a simple exercise in fun has turned into an awe-inspiring live experience complete with show stopping renditions of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits. Tickets are $37-$49 - purchase here .
