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Benicia Main Street, the Depot and visitor center

Welcome to Benicia Main Street

Benicia Main Street is the Downtown Revitalization Project founded in 1987.

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Benicia Main Street

Founded in 1987, Benicia Main Street leads the effort to revitalize and maintain our city’s historic downtown as a vibrant destination for residents and visitors. The ten-block district features unique shops, restaurants, art galleries, and waterfront views, while the Visitor Center at the Southern Pacific Depot offers maps, local merchandise, and See’s Candies year-round.

Upcoming Events

Benicia Main Street produces beloved community events such as the 3rd of July Torchlight Parade, Halloween activities, Holiday Open House, Christmas Parade, and Holiday Market—bringing residents together to celebrate Benicia’s small-town charm.

  • Mini Makers Night for Crafty Kids at Pizza Pirate
    Mini Makers Night for Crafty Kids at Pizza Pirate
    Dec 29, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Benicia, 72 Solano Square, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Dec 29, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    Benicia, 72 Solano Square, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Join us for a fun-filled crafting evening at Pizza Pirate! Brought to you by Pizza Pirate and Happy Life Pottery as part of a Benicia Main Street Fundraising Series: Events for the Community BY the Community!
  • Tea & Tranquility: January Weekly Wellness Retreat
    Tea & Tranquility: January Weekly Wellness Retreat
    Jan 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Vortex, 619 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Jan 10, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM
    The Vortex, 619 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Start your year with intention, creativity, and calm. Tea & Tranquility is a 4-week weekly wellness retreat in January designed for anyone craving a little me-time and a gentle reset.
  • Taste of First Street
    Taste of First Street
    Jan 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Benicia Main Street, 90 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Jan 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Benicia Main Street, 90 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Kick off the new year with an unforgettable night out in Downtown Benicia! Taste your way up and down First Street at ✨ “Taste of First Street” ✨ a progressive culinary adventure featuring delicious bites and perfectly paired sips from some of our favorite First Street restaurants.
  • Murder Mystery Dinner - Save the Date!
    Murder Mystery Dinner - Save the Date!
    Feb 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Baxters Restaurant & Bar, 280 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Feb 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Baxters Restaurant & Bar, 280 First St, Benicia, CA 94510, USA
    Join us for a fun, interactive Murder Mystery Dinner on Wednesday, February 11 from 6–9 PM at Baxter’s Restaurant & Bar in Benicia . Enjoy dinner while you and your fellow guests take part in a live Whodunnit game. Limited tickets – save the date & stay tuned for details!
  • Late Night Holiday Shopping: Main Street Night
    Late Night Holiday Shopping: Main Street Night
    Dec 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Downtown Benicia, Benicia, CA, USA
    Dec 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Downtown Benicia, Benicia, CA, USA
    Celebrate the season with a cozy night out as local stores stay open late on Thursday, Dec 18! Snag last-minute gifts and enjoy treats, cheerful music & a festive atmosphere.. Bring friends and family and make it a merry evening of holiday shopping in Benicia. Shop Small & Local this season!

Look At Us Now!

Since 1987

Since its founding almost 40 years ago, Benicia Main Street has been tasked to revitalize and maintain Benicia's historic downtown as an authentic and vital destination for both tourists and locals.

Today, the Downtown 10 block district buffered by a picturesque waterfront offers shopping (including art galleries, boutiques, specialty gift stores), eclectic dining, a thriving music scene, monthly events, public art, California historical sites and amazing sunsets.

 

Benicia Main Street also serves as the Visitor Center at the Southern Pacific Depot. Open 7 days a week, visitors and residents can find maps with the City's intriguing historical sites along with Benicia branded merchandise and a year round See's Candies fundraising store.

Benicia Main Street is located at the end First Street near the water. The building stands independently and has the happenings of Benicia inside. They sell Benicia-related trinkets for a small fee, local wine, beautiful local art and photography, and even See's chocolate.
Benicia Main Street Sunset beach photo

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