A local email list for Walnut Creek, CA

Everything happening in Walnut Creek — in one email.

The Nut List is a free weekly newsletter about events, food, news, and things to do around Walnut Creek, California. No fluff. Just the good stuff in your town, before everyone else hears about it.

What is The Nut List?

Walnut Creek is small enough that great stuff slips by — a new patio opening downtown, a free concert at the Lesher Center, a farmers market pop-up, a road closure you really wish you'd known about. The Nut List rounds it all up so you don't have to dig through six Facebook groups and a stack of flyers.

It's written by people who actually live here, for people who actually live here — Rossmoor to Rudgear, Saranap to Shadelands.

What you get every week

  • 🗓️ Events worth leaving the house for

    Concerts, festivals, markets, gallery nights, sports, and family stuff — curated, not copy-pasted.

  • 🍴 Food & drink news

    New openings, closings, pop-ups, happy hours, and the spots locals are actually talking about.

  • 🏙️ Local news that matters

    City council decisions, development, schools, traffic — the plain-English version.

  • 💸 Deals & freebies

    Discounts, free admission days, and reasons to spend your weekend (and money) close to home.

  • 🌳 Weekend ideas

    Hikes on Mt. Diablo, trail loops, day trips, and "what should we do Saturday?" answers.

  • 🤝 Community shout-outs

    Local makers, small businesses, fundraisers, and neighbors doing cool things.

Ready to be the most in-the-know person in Walnut Creek?

Join your neighbors on The Nut List. It's free, it's local, and it takes ten seconds.

Frequently asked questions

Is it really free?

Yes. The Nut List is completely free to subscribe to. No paywall, no "premium tier."

How often will you email me?

Usually once a week, plus the rare extra note when something big is happening around town. That's it.

What area does it cover?

Walnut Creek first and foremost, with the occasional spillover into nearby Lafayette, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Alamo, and the rest of Contra Costa County when it's relevant.

Can I unsubscribe easily?

Every email has a one-click unsubscribe link at the bottom. No hard feelings.

I run a local business / event. Can I be featured?

Maybe! Email hello@thenutlist.com with the details and we'll take a look.