A Night of Magic in Fair Oaks Village + Upcoming Events at the New Performing Arts Center
A Night of Magic in Fair Oaks Village
The fences finally came down, and Fair Oaks Village opened its arms wide and invited us all back in.
The sky, a perfect shade of blue, and the beautiful lights were alive over the plaza. Matt Rainey and the Dippin’ Sauce set the soundtrack, filling the air with rhythm and soul. Families spread out on the lawn with picnic blankets, couples swayed to the music, and kids laughed as they played on the new playground nearby.
We strolled along the sidewalks, and a handful of shops had their doors open, welcoming the flow of people already out enjoying the night. It was wonderful to see the Village not only alive with music and community but also with the potential for new energy to boost our local businesses.
For years, Fair Oaks Village has had its rhythm rooted in daytime. Shops often closed by evening, and Mondays were a day of rest. But nights like this remind us what can happen when the Village becomes a gathering place after hours.
Imagine the momentum if more shops and cafés stayed open during events like this. The foot traffic is here. The vibe is energetic. The community is ready.
And picture this: a summer evening in the Village; live music drifting through the plaza, families gathered on the lawn, and just across the square, the sweet smell of fresh waffle cones pulling you toward a little mom-and-pop ice cream shoppe. Not a chain, but a true local creamery where neighbors line up for scoops after dinner, kids run out with sticky smiles, and visitors take home a memory as sweet as the treat. (Keep your fingers crossed that we get an ice cream parlor.)
The new park has given us something to take pride in. It’s more than a playground or plaza; it’s a stage for connection, a backdrop for small businesses to thrive, and a place where Fair Oaks can step into its next chapter together.
And tonight was just the beginning. The best is yet to come.
Coming Up Next in Fair Oaks Village
The Nashville Tenors – Soft Opening of the Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center
Saturday, October 4, 2025
The brand-new Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center is hosting its soft opening with an unforgettable performance by the Nashville Tenors. It’s the perfect way to experience this beautiful new venue and the world-class talent it’s bringing right here to the Village.
Grand Opening Weekend Celebration
Friday, October 10 – Sunday, October 12, 2025
It’s a big weekend in the Village! The Fair Oaks Performing Arts Center is officially kicking off its Grand Opening Weekend with three days of fun, music, and community.
Friday, October 10 – Comedy Night with Rudy Ortiz
Laugh under the stars at the Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre!
Gates open at 7:30 PM | Show starts at 8:30 PM | Tickets $20
Fair Oaks Folk Festival – A Day of Music, Community, and Good Vibes
Saturday, October 11, 2025 | 12 PM – 10 PM | Fair Oaks Village Park
Get ready for a full day of toe-tapping tunes and local fun at the Fair Oaks Folk Festival! This annual celebration brings together the best of folk and Americana music right here in the heart of Fair Oaks Village.
Two outdoor stages will keep the music flowing all day long, and it’s free to attend! Then, as the sun sets, the party moves to the Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre for a ticketed headliner show featuring some incredible talent.
Lineup: Jessica Malone Band • Solabel • Lindsey Gang • Bear Whiskey • Paddy on the Binge • and more!
Come hungry and thirsty, local favorites will be serving up food and drinks. And if you’re looking for the perfect spot to unwind, the VIP Beer Garden has the best seat (and sip) in the house.
Tickets: $35 General | $55 VIP
Location: Fair Oaks Village Park & Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre
Time: 12 PM – 10 PM
Sunday, October 12 – Community Carnival
Round out the weekend with a full day of family fun at the Community Carnival!
Free games, cotton candy, live music, and performances all around the park and bandshell, the perfect way to celebrate the Village and all the heart that built it.
For more information on upcoming performances and to purchase tickets, visit: https://www.fairoaksarts.org/
About I Love Fair Oaks
Est. 2009, I Love Fair Oaks is a community platform dedicated to celebrating the people, places, and stories that make our crown jewel, Fair Oaks, shine.
As your neighbor and local Real Estate Advisor, Chrysti Tovani is here to help you not only feel at home in this community but also make your next move when the time is right.
