Good morning, Davis.

During Picnic Day weekend, the UC Davis community marked Give Day 2026's 10-year milestone by raising nearly $3.9 million from almost 4,500 donations, and employees drove cow-themed golf carts (Fund-Grazers) across campus to spark challenge gifts.

Chancellor May honored UC Davis faculty, staff, and students at his residence on April 8 for the Chancellor’s Achievement Awards for Inclusive Excellence, which recognize contributions to food access, equitable hiring and inclusive research — reflecting the campus’s commitment to mutual respect.

Hundreds of local schoolchildren will explore over 60 hands-on STEM activities Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at Rex and Margaret Fortune Early College High School (Elk Grove) as organizers promote local college and tech opportunities.

UC Davis researchers are pivoting their work to address climate change as wildfires destroyed key study sites and funding cuts shifted research priorities.

They received a National Science Foundation RAPID grant to resample lakes and capture vital ecosystem data for future environmental resilience.

YOLO Run (10 km)

8 AM – 12 PM — UC Davis Health Stadium — Benefits children and families — Embrace the spirit of 'You Only Live Once' while supporting local health initiatives.

Lil Fish: Village Dance Davis

6-10 p.m. — City of Davis: Veterans Memorial Center — Free entry — Experience an electrifying performance by French DJ Lil Fish as he spins tracks perfect for the dancefloor.

Laura Benitez and the Heartache Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — Morgan's Mill — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience heartfelt melodies about love and the road from a talented country band.

Chris Baron Music Live at Hooby's Brewing Farm

6-8:30 p.m. — Hooby's Brewing Farm — Free entry — Experience live music in a charming farm setting with family-friendly vibes.

Children's Gymnastics Classes

2-3:30 p.m. — Davis Arts Center — Participation fees apply — Enhance your child's strength, flexibility, and coordination through structured gymnastics routines.