Fruit Yard bringing in another hit-making band. See that, more Modesto entertainment
Rock band Train pulls into the Fruit Yard Amphitheater for the venue’s latest summer offering. There’s comedy at the State Theatre, along with the closing days of the Stanislaus County Fair and more set for July 15-21.
Train
Rock band Train is sent for a show at the Fruit Yard Amphitheater in Modesto. The band is known for hits such as “Drops of Jupiter,” “Hey, Soul Sister” and “Meet Virginia.” Also performing at the concert will be Better Than Ezra.
WHEN: 7 p.m. July 20
WHERE: Fruit Yard Amphitheater, 7948 Yosemite Blvd. Modesto
TICKETS: $55-$175
ONLINE: www.thefruityardevents.com
Comedy show
Laughs can be found at the State Theatre in Modesto during the “Censor This Tour.” The show is slated to feature viral comedians Zach Rushing, Dustin Sims and Jesse Peyton.
WHEN: 7 p.m. July 15
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $40
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
More comedy
Shane Mauss brings his “Comedy + Science + Psychedelics = A Better Trip” show to the State Theatre. According to the theater’s website, it blends Mauss’ personal psychedelic experiences with the history, science, culture and laws surrounding psychedelics in the U.S., along with multimedia display of live visuals and custom animations.
WHEN: 7 p.m. July 19
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $20-$30
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
“The Godfather Part II”
The Modesto Film Society presents the classic follow-up to the original film “The Godfather” at the State Theatre. Al Pacino and Robert De Niro star in “The Godfather Part II,” contrasting the life of Corleone father and son.
WHEN: 2 p.m. July 16
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $9
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
Tribute to Dolly Parton
Sierra Rep brings back Yesenia McNett and her band with “A Tribute to Dolly Parton.” This musical celebrates the hits Parton wrote for herself and others, and is a walk through the music icon’s long career.
WHEN: Various times, through July 23
WHERE: The Annex at the East Sonora Theatre, 13891 Mono Way, Sonora
TICKETS: $40
ONLINE: www.SierraRep.org
County fair finale
The Stanislaus County Fair finishes up its 10-day run with entertainment, arena events, carnival rides, food, livestock and more. Scheduled to perform on the the Modelo Free Stage are Ashley McBride on July 15 and Los Nuevos Rebeldes on July 16, both at 8:30 p.m.
WHEN: Buildings open 5 p.m. Friday; noon Saturday and Sunday through July 16. Buildings close 11 p.m., the carnival and grounds at midnight
WHERE: Stanislaus County Fairground, 900 N. Broadway, Turlock
TICKETS: $7-$15 gate admission, free ages 6 and under; some events have an additional costs.
ONLINE: www.stancofair.com
This story was originally published July 12, 2023 at 8:00 AM.
