Modesto’s Grandaddy about to play homecoming concert. Ends first tour in 20 years
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Modesto alt-rock band Grandaddy is coming home for a show at the Gallo Center for the Arts. The first events celebrating the city’s monthlong Graffiti Summer also arrive. These are just some of the entertainment options for May 30-June 5 in the region.
Grandaddy
Grandaddy comes home for a concert at the Gallo Center to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its album “The Sophtware Slump.” In 2025, the band began its first North American tour in more than 20 years to celebrate the milestone. The homecoming concert marks the final date. Formed in Modesto in 1992, the group broke through with 1997’s “Under the Western Freeway.” The group gained a large indie following with “The Sophtware Slump” and following releases. Limited tickets remained available.
WHEN: 7 p.m. May 31
WHERE: Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I St., Modesto
TICKETS: $45-$75
ONLINE: www.galloarts.org
MoBand returns
The Modesto Band of Stanislaus County, known best as MoBand, kicks off its 2026 season with a Graffiti Summer-themed concert at Graceada Park’s Mancini Bowl. “Good Vibrations” features hits from The Beach Boys, The Mamas and the Papas, Eagles, A-ha and more. Attendees are encouraged to wear “wacky ties and socks” for the performance.
WHEN: 8 p.m. June 4
WHERE: Graceada Park, 401 Needham St., Modesto
ADMISSION: Free
ONLINE: www.moband.org
Elvis tribute
Matt Stone will perform a celebration of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll at the State Theatre in another Graffiti Summer event. “Unlike many tribute artists, Matt portrays Elvis in his prime — the way he should be remembered — with unmatched accuracy in sound, style, and spirit,” the theater’s website says.
WHEN: 8 p.m. June 5
WHERE: State Theatre, 1307 J St., Modesto
TICKETS: $35-$45
ONLINE: www.thestate.org
Summer Table Viewing
The Modesto Garden Club will hold its 28th annual Summer Table Viewing at Del Rio Country Club in Modesto. The public is invited to view 30 tables staged by members in summer finery. “Hostesses spend endless hours planning their flowers, stemware, dishes and decorations,” a press release said. Light refreshments will be available.
WHEN: 1-7 p.m. June 3
WHERE: Del Rio Country Club, 801 Stewart Road, Modesto
TICKETS: $15, available at the door
ONLINE: www.modestogardenclub.org
Bike N’ Trike
The Modesto Children’s Museum will hold its annual community Bike N’ Trike ride beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the museum, 928 11th St., and ending at Roosevelt Park, 801 W. Orangeburg Ave. There will be a celebration at the park with food, music and activities.
WHEN: 8:30 a.m. May 30
WHERE: See above
TICKETS: Registration is $16.90
