Still home to two thriving lumber mills, a new state-of-the-art hospital, countless businesses that reflect the unique spirit of the community, and more artists and musicians per capita than most cities, Willits is proud to be known as the Heart of Mendocino County and the Gateway to the Redwoods.

Summertime in Willits is lively with events for the whole family to enjoy!

The Willits Community Theatre & Performing Arts Center provides year-round live entertainment by local performers. Performances range from comedic melodramas to outstanding musicals. The local movie theatre has three theatres and runs current releases as well as foreign and specialty films.

The Willits Center for the Arts has refurbished the Women’s Improvement Club building and includes a gallery and an upstairs “great room” for performing arts.

Live music can be heard regularly in Willits at several places including Shanachie Pub, Mendocino College, the Little Lake Grange, the Willits Center for the Arts, Brickhouse Coffee and at many community events throughout the year.