Paradise Nights: Local Scene & Nightlife Spots

Discover Nightlife on The Ridge

The Ridge has everything you need to enjoy a night out on the town including art and theater, music and delicious food. The small town charm and friendly atmosphere will set the mood for a wonderful evening with your family and friends.



"Ridge nightlife has a mind of its own. You can see critters in your own yard or out & about in an empty lot."

 - Britni


The exterior of the Paradise Performing Arts Center building

Art and Theater


Paradise Performing Arts Center is a state of the art venue that hosts a variety of events from theater to concerts and exceptional events. The organization is committed to continuing to grow arts on The Ridge so you never know what exciting show you will catch next.


Theater on the Ridge (TOTR) has been producing live dramas since 1980 and is the oldest non profit community theater north of Sacramento. TOTR puts on seven full length performances annually so there is always something new and interesting to enjoy.


"A concert at the Performing Arts Center or a show at Theatre on the Ridge is my favorite place to enjoy nightlife on The Ridge."

- Bree


"Season Tickets for Theatre on the Ridge are an absolute steal. Your will be AMAZED by every aspect of the, and even of the stagecraft—performances, set design and even original screenplays."

- Monica

Music and Dancing


At
Paradise First Christian Church country music lovers can enjoy dancing to a live band on the second Friday of every month. The event is free to attend and begins at 7pm.


Enjoy line dancing and live music on two Sundays a month at the
Veterans Hall from noon - 5pm. 


Go to a concert, or any other event, at the Paradise Performing Arts Center. They host a wide variety of events, so stay up to date by checking out their calendar.


From June-August, dance to live bands, see performances and shop local vendors and the weekly celebration Party in the Park.


"Our favorite "date night" is Karaoke with the Krazy Kats at Cozy Diner on Thursday nights. It's like visiting and singing with friends - even if we've never met them before!"

- Shell


A large black building with a tree in front of it.

Restaurants and Bars


Jen’s Place offers a country chic atmosphere with something different every night of the week including swing dancing lessons, karaoke, live music, football and more. They have pool tables, pinball machines, and a jukebox for added entertainment. Check out their event calendar.


"There is something going on every night of the week at Jen’s Place. They attract some great bands for dancing!"

- Molly


Sip on local beer and wine while you take in the sunset on the patio at
Nic’s. Their menu features a number of delicious salads and sandwiches as well as limited time specials. Stop by every Thursday for Trivia Night and keep an eye out on their Facebook Page for their monthly “A Dinner with Friends” event. Browse their art gallery to see the works of regional artists.


For a special treat on a Friday night stop by the
Elks Lodge for dinners created by Lofi’s chef Jared Kramer. On the 1st, 3rd and 5th Friday of each month is “small bar plates”  and the 2nd and 4th Fridays is a sit-down intimate dinner.


Burnt Barn Distilling Co.: Burnt Barn Distilling Co. uses locally sourced, organic materials to create spirits right in Paradise. Grains such as corn, wheat, rye, barely, and rice, will be used to hand craft spirits such as bourbon, rye whiskey, vodka, gin and liqueurs.

An aerial view of Paradise and Magalia at sunset.

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