Lifestyle

Noted for its small-town yet savvy style, its parks and trees, red double-decker London buses and bicycles, environmental programs and world-renowned university, Davis attracts many of the nation's best and brightest.

In a short stroll or bike ride from the Roe Building, you'll find outdoor cafés, art galleries, international restaurants, book stores, the Farmers Market, live concerts, movies theaters, UC Davis, the arboretum, Amtrak station and year-round community events and festivals. For stimulating conversation and a glass of wine in a nearby restaurant, or a quiet evening on your patio, the Roe Building is your best choice for a home in Downtown Davis.

The Draw of Downtown Davis

The Arts

• Davis Art Center, The Artery, Pence and John Natsoulas Galleries
• ArtAbout, an evening of gallery openings and artist receptions on the second Friday of each month at many Davis galleries.

Dining & Shopping

• Cuisine: California, Northwest, Spanish, Thai, Mediterranean, Italian, Chinese, Japanese and upscale casual cuisine, outdoor cafés, wine markets and bistros.
• The Davis Food Co-op, offering organic produce, bulk food, as well as a full line of traditional grocery store products.
• Upscale apparel, home decor, home improvement, sporting goods, toys, books, jewelry, gourmet foods, shoes, music, hardware, gifts, salons and spas.

Entertainment

• The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts, presents world-renowned artists in dance, music and drama.
• Two first-run movie theatres (eleven screens) within four blocks.
• Varsity Theatre, a historic 1950s theatre features top independent films.

Family Fun

• Davis Farmers Market - One of the most successful and famous Certified Farmers Markets in California, it brings farmers and consumers together twice a week, rain or shine, year-round. You will find fruits, vegetables, nuts, organic produce, flowers, honey, wine, cheese, crafts, gift baskets and much more.
• Bicycling - Davis has earned its title as "America's Best Bicycling City" with a high volume of bicycle use and renowned system of bikeways, greenbelts and cyclist-friendly facilities.

Festivals & Events

• Friday Night in Downtown Davis - Downtown Davis comes alive every Friday evening in July and August with a free concert series. Add the merchants' year-round Friday Open-Late policy, and you'll find plenty of shops to browse before or after the concert.
• Downtown Davis Holiday Open House - Don't miss the annual children's parade, tree and plaza lighting ceremony, and business open houses. Meet many costumed characters, listen to local musical groups, enjoy special holiday treats, and visit with Santa Claus.
• Davisfest - a festival of food, wine, beer, entertainment and art showcasing the best of Downtown Davis to the surrounding region.