TV cooking show brings its live competition to Modesto theater. When, where
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- TV cooking competition live show features all-star chefs Oct 25.
- Singer schedules a performance at the Gallo Center.
- State Theatre stages Phantasm In The Footlights Oct 30-31.
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Television cooking competition show “MasterChef” brings its action to the Gallo Center for the Arts stage. Singer Lila Downs also will perform at the downtown Modesto theater.
Of course, it’s nearly Halloween, so you also can expect some spooky entertainment options in the Modesto region.
Speaking of spooky, a recent informal Bee poll asked readers what October means to them. As of Tuesday, 56% said the month is all about fall leaves, pumpkins on the porch and lighthearted fun, while 44% said it is all about haunted houses, fake cobwebs on their windows and scares aplenty.
Here’s a look at a variety of events coming up from Oct. 25-31 (with one Oct. 24 event also included).
MasterChef All-Stars Live!
“MasterChef All-Stars Live!” will bring viewers’ favorite chefs to the Gallo Center. Appearing will be season 15 finalists The Fiery Cooks Rachel and Julio; season 14 winner Michael Leonard; and season 9 winner Gerron Hunt. The stage show features head-to-head culinary battles and challenges.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 25
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $65-$95
ONLINE: galloarts.org
Lila Downs
Winner of six Latin Grammys and one Grammy, Mexican American singer-songwriter Lila Downs will perform at the Gallo Center. The center’s website says Downs has “one of the most powerful and unique voices that exist today. With a symbolic stage presence and emotional storytelling through song, her singing transcends all language barriers.”
WHEN: 5 p.m. Oct. 26
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $45-$85
ONLINE: galloarts.org
Leonid & Friends
Leonid & Friends re-creates the music of popular classic music groups, most notably Chicago. The band will bring its show to the Gallo Center. The group “really gained traction when Chicago itself published Leonid & Friends’ first video on its official website,” according to the center’s website. The 11-piece band has expanded to perform songs by Earth Wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears and more.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $45-$85
ONLINE: galloarts.org
MoChiMu After Dark
MoChiMu After Dark: Cosmic Curiosities is an event for adults to visit the Modesto Children’s Museum for a special program. It will be an evening of “mystical exploration, hands-on fun, and metaphysical magic ...,” a press release said. The museum will offer several themed experiences, including tarot and palm readings, celestial craft stations, astrological activities, metaphysical vibes and more. Ages 18 and older only.
WHEN: 6:30-9 p.m. Oct. 24
WHERE: Modesto Children’s Museum, 928 11th St.
TICKETS: $25 presale
ONLINE: ️www.modestochildrensmuseum.org/after-dark
All Hallows Faire
This annual large festival in the Mother Lode includes live music, craft vendors, wine tastings (Saturday 1-5 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m.), a variety of realms, a pumpkin patch, costume contest, food, drink and more.
WHEN: 1:30-10:30 p.m. Oct. 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 26
WHERE: Calaveras County Fairgrounds, parking entry at 101 Frog Town Road, Angels Camp
TICKETS: $15-$40 Saturday, free ages 5 and under; $22-$27 Sunday; free ages 12 and under
ONLINE: www.allhallowsfaire.com
Impalaween
The Modesto Impala Car Club will host Impalaween, which will include Día de los Muertos activities. The club will hold a trunk-or-treat for children. There will be a kids costume contest, as well as lotería — a Mexican game similar to bingo — for all ages. Fleet Sliders Classic Trucks Club members will have ofrendas (Día de los Muertos altars) on their trucks.
WHEN: 5:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 25
WHERE: Outside Persuasion Brewing Company, 500 Seventh St., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free
CALL: 209-303-2664
Mole fest
Sample Mexican mole sauce and celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Modesto Día de los Muertos Mole Festival. There will be street food, local artisan and business vendors, a mole contest, live entertainment, an altar, Catrina contest, kids activities and more.
WHEN: 4-9 p.m. Nov. 1
WHERE: 711 I St., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.facebook.com/events/modesto-ca-95354/mole-festival/791514823067319
Queens of the Dead
“Queens of the Dead: Slay or Be Slain” at the State Theatre is a fundraiser for MoPride. The night features performances by Sasha Devaroe, Bettie Mercury, King Cain and BooHoo. The program will be followed by a screening of Halloween drag film “Queens of the Dead.” After the film, there will be a performers panel. Ages 18 and older only.
WHEN: 6 p.m. Oct. 27
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $17
ONLINE: thestate.org
Halloween variety show
Founders Corey Strauss and Caroline Mendiola bring their MAGICBOX players to the State Theatre to present “Phantasm In The Footlights,” a vaudeville-style variety show. “Come along with us as your favorite B-movie monsters explore 100-year-old classics and standards through a macabre lens,” the theater’s website says. The show is for adults and children.
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Oct. 30-31
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $16-$30
ONLINE: thestate.org
