Live Shows
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
((All shows are BanjerDan solo unless otherwise noted.)
Friday, 4/24/26, 5:00 PM
BanjerDan returns to Neighborhood Pizza Guy!
https://facebook.com/events/2306313299870306/
Neighborhood Pizza Guy / CAFE Zoë, 1929 Menalto Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025 • 650-322-1926 • cafezoehub.com/ • neighborhood.pizza/
“From the beginning, Café Zoë has always sought to be an “extension of your living room,” from the cozy environment and comfy chairs to the friendly, engaging baristas. We’re not your average modern hipster coffee shop. There is a lot of artwork and posters on the walls, eclectic jewelry on display from local artists, and a generally “at home” kind of vibe. We have always kept our prices low with quality and quantity high.”
Saturday, 4/25/26, 6:00 PM
Trailside Cafe & Beer Garden, 3 Del Fino Pl., Carmel Valley, CA 93924; 831.298.7453 • trailsidecafecv.com/ • https://facebook.com/TrailsideCarmelValley/
“Located in sunny Carmel Valley, CA. Whatever trail you might be on (or just came off of) we have what you need to refuel or relax.”
Sunday-Wednesday, 4/26-29/26
RiverTunes Spring 2026 JAMboree, Dixon, CA
Registration is now open for the Spring 2026 JAMboree Music Camp!
I'm honored to have been invited to teach music again at Joe, Pamella, and Hattie Craven’s Spring JAMboree 2026! The dates are April 26th-29th, 2026, at the beautiful Ruhstaller Farm in Dixon, CA.
“RiverTunes JAMboree Spring 2026 is 4-day Music JAM campout at Northern California’s premiere “Beer Farm” just outside of the town of Dixon. Ruhstaller is a working farm that grows their own hops, then brews, and pours a wide variety of beers…all on their 47-acre spread. Free-range sheep, chickens, live roots, folk & world music, and dogs with their well-behaved humans, are all welcome!”
Ruhstaller Farm, 6686 Sievers Rd., Dixon, CA 95620
https://facebook.com/rivertunes/
Thursday, 4/30/26, 7:00 PM
"Java Jam" at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company
I'll be playing banjo for the "Java Jam" at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company!
The Java Jam is an invitational jam session that takes place at Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company every Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Both amateur and professional Bluegrass musicians submit their names and respective instruments, and an algorithm puts together a different “band” each week!
The lineup for April 30th is:
Guitar: Alex Mayers
Banjo: Dan Mazer (BanjerDan)
Mandolin: Mike Frank
Fiddle: Johnny Campbell
Bass: Suzanne Cornelius
To learn more about the “Java Jam” and other invitational Bluegrass events in the Bay Area, check out: http://jambot.org/
Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company, 101 W. Main St., Los Gatos, CA 95030 • (408) 354-3263 • lgcrc.com/
"LOS GATOS COFFEE ROASTING COMPANY has been specializing in sourcing and roasting the finest coffees of the world since its inception in 1982. Additionally, the coffeehouse is known as the central gathering place for locals to enjoy coffee, conversation and camaraderie.
"As an independent craft roaster pioneering in the specialty coffee industry, Los Gatos Coffee Roasting Company is known for setting high-quality standards with its award-winning coffees. In addition, the coffeehouse features award winning local mountain wines, craft beers and live music and entertainment on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings from 7pm to 9pm.”
Saturday, 5/2/26, 7:00 PM
Over the Hill Gang Saloon, 3530 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz, CA 95062 • (831) 476-3679 • https://facebook.com/petcir/
“Country Western Atmosphere Saloon all types of live Music and Entertainment! Great selection of draft beer local breweries!!”
Thursday, 5/7/26, 5:00 PM
Alibi Aleworks Truckee Public House, 10069 Bridge St., Truckee, CA 96161 • (530) 536-5029 • alibialeworks.com/
“We opened our second location in Truckee California’s historic downtown in June 2017 to offer another venue to enjoy our beers, along with live music and a creative food menu. Alibi Truckee is a comfortable, flexible space for people to gather and relax. We are a family-friendly establishment and welcome minors. Dogs are allowed on leash in our outdoor beer garden (weather permitting) but not indoors.”
Friday, 5/8/26, 7:00 PM
The Game Room, 14888 Peaceful Valley Rd., Sonora, CA 95370 • sonoragameroom.com/ • (209) 536-4390
“The Game Room’s purpose is to provide a place that reminds us that the world can be a playground to create and enjoy. Our philosophy is to have a neutral space in the community for all to come together, without discrimination, and with equal consideration for everyone. We strive to make our services affordable for all demographics to have a place of value. Our business is structured like a “sandbox”, where the community can come together to play and interact. Our amenities are easily rearranged to accommodate a wide variety of events such as parties, weddings, craft fairs, concerts, game nights, fundraisers, and other private or community events.”
Saturday, 5/9/26, 5:00 PM
Pizzeria Vittoria LG, 21433 Broadway Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95033; 408-353-5633 • pizzeriavittoria.com/
“Nestled in the trees of Redwood Estates in Los Gatos, CA, Pizzeria Vittoria continues in the footsteps of local legend, Nonno's Italian Restaurant. The new owners, a local husband-and-wife team, are eager to introduce a fresh, modern vibe that continues to honor the restaurant's roots while elevating the experience for the community.”
Tuesday, 5/12/26, 6:00 PM
Wildcat Mountain Ramblers at Sam’s Bar-B-Que, with BanjerDan on mandolin! (Reservations strongly suggested!)
The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers are Robert and Suzanne Cornelius on banjo and bass, with guitarist Alex Mayers and a rotating cast of hot pickers on mandolin and fiddle. Throughout it all they feature fun and spontaneous performances of high-energy Bluegrass and beyond. Requests, audience participation, dancing, joy, laughter, and even tears. Y'all come!”
https://facebook.com/wildcatmountainramblers/
“The Carlino Family has been providing Food service to the Santa Clara Valley for over 75 years. Sam's Bar-B-Que is proud to continue the tradition.”
Sam’s Bar-B-Que, 1110 S. Bascom Ave., San Jose, CA 95128 • (408) 297-9151 • https://samsbbq.com/
Friday, 5/15/26, 4:00 PM
Winters Tavern, 1522 Francisco Blvd., Pacifica, CA 94044 • (650) 355-6162 • http://winterstavern.com/
"Winters Tavern is a family run business that is dedicated to making sure our greater Pacifica community can enjoy a delicious craft cocktail, extensive beer selection, and live music in a friendly and welcoming environment. Just a short distance away from the beach, our Winters is proud to be a cross between a neighborhood tavern and an old west saloon.”
Saturday, 5/16/26, 5:30 PM
The Porch Cafe, 22322 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453 • 805-438-3376 • theporchcafe.com/
“Our business is all about our community. We have been called Santa Margarita’s living room by a local, and that meant everything to us. To some it is a coffee shop with wifi and few but focused breakfast offerings. To others it is their daily lunch ritual. For some it is their afterwork watering hole. For others yet, it is a meeting place, whether to discuss business or gather with friends and family.”
Sunday, 5/17/26, 3:00 PM
McPrice Myers Winery, 3525 Adelaida Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446 • 805-237-1245 • mcpricemyers.com/
“McPrice Myers Wines produces Rhone wines from Paso Robles and Santa Barbara County. The focus is on small production from some of the best vineyards on the Central Coast.”
--BanjerDan (Dan Mazer)
"Wow! Banjos ROCK!"