Popular hard rock frontman changes genres for Modesto region show. Who, where
Former hard rocker Aaron Lewis brings his country side for a concert at Turlock Community Theatre. Meanwhile, the Modesto Children’s Museum opens its doors to adults only for a night of 1990s nostalgia, including a roller-skating rink. These are just two of the entertainment highlights for June 21-27.
Aaron Lewis
Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners bring the “American As It Gets Tour” to Turlock Community Theatre. Lewis first found music industry success as frontman for Staind, the 2000s-era hard rock band. Lewis has had a second successful musical outlet with solo country projects. His most recent album is 2024’s “The Hill.”
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. June 22
WHERE: Turlock Community Theatre, 1574 E. Canal Drive
TICKETS: $85-$105
ONLINE: www.turlocktheatre.org
MoChiMu After Dark
The Modesto Children’s Museum’s adults-only evening of activities returns. The museum, also known as MoChiMu, this time goes back in time with MoChiMu After Dark: ‘90s Summer Camp. Open to those 18 and over, the nostalgic evening promises classic summer camp snacks, “Bug Juice” and 1990s activities such as crafting a friendship bracelet, weaving a bead lizard and playing Dungeons & Dragons. There will be a roller rink on the museum’s first floor and guests are encouraged to take their own roller skates to enjoy throwback hits and disco lights.
WHEN: 6:30-9:30 p.m June 27
WHERE: Modesto Children’s Museum, 928 11th St.
TICKETS: $25 presale, $30 at the door
ONLINE: www.modestochildrensmuseum.org
“Cars” screening
A Graffiti Summer event geared for kids is planned at the State Theatre. The animated film “Cars” will be shown following a craft time for children. There also will be a photo booth and race car outside the theater.
WHEN: Craft at 9 a.m., film 10 a.m. June 21
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $5
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
Talent show
The West Modesto Talent Show promises a night celebrating the talents of those in the community. There will be music, dance, spoken word and more at the event that features those 13 and older. Hosted at West Modesto Community Collaborative, the show supports its youth program.
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 27
WHERE: King-Kennedy Memorial Center, 601 Martin Luther King Drive, Modesto
TICKETS: $12, free to age 4 and under
ONLINE: westmodestocollaborative.com
Mother Lode Fair
The annual Mother Lode fair in Sonora promises four days of all-ages fun with plenty of activities, including a carnival. In the arena, there will be an ATV & Moto Rodeo on Friday and truck and tractor pulls on Saturday and Sunday. There will be live bands on stage all four days, food, livestock and more.
WHEN: 3-11 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 1-11 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, June 26-29
WHERE: Mother Lode Fairgrounds, 220 Southgate Drive, Sonora
TICKETS: $10-$17, free ages 5 and under; separate costs for carnival; arena and music included in ticket price
ONLINE: motherlodefair.org
