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WELCOME TO SACRAMENTO
DEAR READERS,
I’m so pleased to welcome you to Sacramento. I believe you’ll find that beyond our amazing weather, delicious food and abundance of activities, Sacramento’s biggest asset as a destination is the people who call our city home.
In early 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked Sacramento as the third most diverse city in the nation, a statistic that sets us apart from other West Coast destinations and creates an inclusive and vibrant environment for visitors and residents alike. Whether through exploring our neighborhoods or meeting some of our small business owners, I’m excited for you to get to get to know the Sacramento community while you’re with us. To spark some inspiration,
Visit Sacramento Chief of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Sonya Bradley will give more insight into Sacramento’s tourism options later in this issue.
And speaking of the people who live here, I’d like to thank you for choosing Sacramento as your destination and providing such needed support for our region’s small business owners and hospitality workers. Whether you’re here for work or leisure, all visitors continue to play a vital role in supporting the hardworking people of this city during a crucial time. We’re so glad to have you with us.
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Hailed as one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America, Sacramento got its start as a supply center for prospectors from around the globe during the 1849 Gold Rush. Since 1854, the city has served as the political nucleus of the nation’s most influential state, with the sixth-largest economy in the world.
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GETTING AROUND
Parking Your Car
Sacramento is a very walkable city, but with so much to see and do throughout the region, it helps to have an insider’s peek into the best ways to get around.
We know a lot of our visitors drive into Sacramento, and if your hotel doesn’t have a parking garage, or you just need to park for dinner or a visit to a museum, there’s an easier way than just driving around looking for spots. City parking spots in certain areas can be reserved via the ParkMobile app, letting you better plan what time you leave and be confident that you’ll have parking close to your destination.
The ParkMobile app also allows drivers to pay for parking, and if the meter is about to run out, drivers receive an alert on their phones letting them know, with the option to add more money to keep from getting a ticket.
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In many places in Sacramento, drivers will see a circular sign with a number and a plus sign in it, such as (2+). That sign means that the rate for parking will go up after the first two hours, and the meters themselves have the information of exact costs.
Public Transit
For those who prefer to leave the car at home and travel around the region and downtown area, the Sacramento Regional Transit operates an array of buses and light rail lines that quickly and e ciently serve most areas visitors wish to go in California’s capital.
A mobile-optimized website at m.sacrt. com allows riders to plan trips and check real-time bus and train locations as well as the next scheduled stops at each station. The mobile site also makes it easy to find information on any delays via its service alerts tab.
A new Sacramento Regional Transit bus service connects downtown Sacramento to Sacramento International Airport, giving travelers an economical alternative to parking their cars or taking more expensive transit options. Standard fares are $2.50, with discounted tickets for eligible riders coming in at $1.25, and rides for K–12 students are free. Buses will run every 20 to 30 minutes, and drop o at the airport from approximately 3:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. The direct service stops at both airport terminals as well as several spots in downtown Sacramento on J Street, around the State Capitol, Golden 1 Center arena and several downtown Sacramento hotels. Riders can pay for fares with exact change on the buses themselves or through the ZipPass mobile app, as well as other methods. To read more about payment options, visit SacRT.com. Yolobus will continue to serve the airport as well. When it comes to purchasing and managing tickets, the easiest way is to use the ZipPass mobile app from Sacramento Regional Transit. Tickets can also be purchased at kiosks, but let’s face it—you’re probably more likely to forget where you put a paper ticket than your smartphone.
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Look for Lime bikes and scooters within city limits of Sacramento and West Sac. Load the app and grab a ride to take you as far as you need to go. Just park it properly once you’ve arrived.
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Sacramento is America’s Farm-toFork Capital, which means that when you’re here, you’re getting the freshest food possible. From the restaurants to farmers markets to hotel room service, your food comes straight from the source.
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Chefs have longstanding relationships with farmers in the area, which ensures fresh food in the restaurants on menus that change at least as often as the seasons. Brewers deliver the mash byproduct of brewing beer to local livestock ranchers for feed for their animals, ensuring it doesn’t go to waste, and Sacramento grows a multitude of wine grapes in and around the city, making some of the best wines in California. Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center’s catering is run by Centerplate, which places a major emphasis on farm-to-fork food as well, showing off our agricultural bounty to everyone in town for a convention.
Furthermore, our farm-to-fork lifestyle extends to health care and education as well. UC Davis Health has gone all in on farm-fresh food, reshaping the idea of hospital food to create healthy, delicious meals full of nutrients and sourced locally. Nonprofit organizations like the Food Literacy Center work with local schools to teach food education and show kids that vegetables and fruits can be tasty and fun to eat, and scholarship programs through Sacramento State University’s CAMP program are helping the children of migrant farmworkers realize their dreams of going to college.
California’s capital may be famous for its Gold Rush history, but most of those who came to the region in search of gold never found much. What they did find: a land of fertile soil, and the smart ones cultivated it and found their wealth not in shiny metal, but in farming—which helped build Sacramento into the agricultural powerhouse and foodie destination we all enjoy today.
mall, and one of the most popular ones is the Midtown Farmers Market, held every Saturday at 20th and K streets.
Wandering through the markets, you’ll be mingling with the locals picking up their food for the week, chefs selecting fresh items for their restaurants that evening, and, of course, the farmers who make it all possible. Far from just an outdoor produce section, Sacramento’s farmers markets embody a festive atmosphere and have plenty of ready-to-eat foods and treats on-hand.
Restaurants
Throughout the past two years, it’s been clear how much we’ve taken for granted our ability to meet up with friends at a local restaurant, wave to the owner, and have a delicious plate of food delivered hot and fresh. Now that shutdowns, quarantines and stay-at-home orders are lifted and the world works to return to normal, we can enjoy those times again, because, let’s face it, food just doesn’t taste quite as good to-go. (We’re looking at you, french fries.)
Farmers Markets
Sacramento’s farmers markets are some of the best places to get food in the region as well as to dive headfirst into the lifestyle that makes us America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital. California’s largest farmers market is held every Sunday at Arden Fair
And it’s no secret that, coming out of the pandemic, restaurants need the support. Fortunately for Sacramento, supply chain issues aren’t as much of an issue when you’re sourcing your food from a few miles away. Our restaurants have been able to continue making food that’s so high in quality that Sacramento became the fifth American city to be recognized in the Michelin guide in 2019, and its number of restaurants getting the nod from the publication grew in 2021.
When you’re in town, though, you don’t need to look hard to find great restaurants. Whether it’s a local restaurant with a great patio where you can enjoy the warm summer nights, a fine dining restaurant, or just a quick bite from a food truck at a brewery or concert, chances are, it’s going to be fresh as well as delicious.
Festivals and Events
We celebrate our fresh-food bounty all year round, but September is the best time because Sacramento goes all-out in celebration of farm to fork. The Farm-to-Fork Festival kicked off in 2013, and nine years later, it continues to grow and remains a favorite among locals and visitors as they enjoy meandering down Capitol Mall sampling food, seeing chef demos, learning about how great agriculture connects to great food and health, and, of course, sipping wine, beer and cocktails.
Food is only the half of it. The free Farm-to-Fork Festival (Sept. 23–24, 2022) celebrates food and live music, and musical acts continue to draw more and more music fans. This year’s performers weren’t released by time of publication, but log onto farmtofork.com to keep up with the full lineup. Previous performers have included The Record Company, Meg Myers, Fantastic Negrito, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Dawes, and more.
Another popular event is Legends of Wine (Sept. 8, 2022), which features about 40 Sacramento-area wineries pouring along with cheese, fruit, prepared food and more, all on the steps of the State Capitol. Tickets are available at farmtofork.com beginning in summer, and it’s always a popular event.
The Tower Bridge Dinner (Sept. 11, 2022) is the hottest ticket in town, as more than 800 diners get the opportunity to sit along the capital city’s iconic bridge for a multicourse meal served by Sacramento’s top chefs with ingredients sourced from the surrounding farms, paired with local wine, beer and cocktails. Check farmtofork.com for ticket availability, and if you’re one of the lucky ones to score a ticket, it’ll be a night you won’t forget.
While the September events are the highlight of the year for local foodies, there’s no shortage of things to do throughout the year, from food events in parks to drinks festivals to farm-to-fork dinners on farms. Educational events and others round out what we have here in Sacramento, and visiting farmtofork.com is the best place to start.
By Sonya Bradley
Shonna McDaniels, Founder and Executive Director, Sojourner Truth Heritage Museum Francisco Chavira
Please have a seat. There’s plenty of room at the table. Because when you’re the third most diverse big city in America (according to a 2020 U.S. News & World report), one of the ways you get there is by expanding the proverbial table, so that everyone feels welcomed and invited to take a seat and fully experience Sacramento.
Sacramento’s diversity is something the city and residents take immense pride in because it makes us better neighbors and interested hosts who will make you feel at home—because you have taken an interest in their work or vocation, and because you’re enjoying the attractions and the sights to gain a better and deeper understanding of Sacramento’s culture to enhance your wellbeing.
You’ve been invited, so let’s go. Now, we’re a little spoiled by the restaurants, large-scale events and cultural venues that showcase our bounty of ethnicities, races, cultural identities and backgrounds. Some of these places are well-known, but Sacramento’s diversity shines brightest in some of the most inauspicious, offthe-beaten-track locations where food, events, and arts and culture fill in the big picture.
Here in America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, locally grown produce is infused into a variety of ethnic dishes. Mint, herbs, carrots, cilantro and cucumbers grown nearby are added to a freshly baked bun—rivaling any bakery in France—for a banh mi, or they top a hot, steaming bowl of broth for pho—this is typical of what you’ll find in one of the many restaurants located in Sacramento’s Little Saigon. They’re owned and operated by firstand second-generation Vietnamese immigrants, ensuring a true taste of home.
Tucked away in a neighborhood business and arts center that provides resources and cultural items for its residents is the Sojourner Truth Heritage Museum. The museum is filled with artifacts and stories dedicated to sharing African-American history,
experiences and culture. On the third Saturday of each month, an African Marketplace envelops the entire center, featuring artwork, homemade dishes, crafts and African clothing. It is complemented by African drumming and musical performances.
The name Cesar Chavez, especially here in California, is spoken with reverence, so much so that there is an official Cesar Chavez holiday in the state. Coinciding with Chavez’s work for the United Farm Workers and the Civil Rights movement in the 1960s and ’70s was the rise of the Chicano identity, people who celebrated their Mexican heritage in conjunction with their contributions to American society. The Sacramento-based Royal Chicano Air Force, an artist collective, grew out of that time. They developed murals, prints and photography to illustrate the rise of the Chicano and their fight for human rights.
Sacramento’s Southside Park is home to an RCAF mural that showcases their various artistic styles representing the broad strokes of Chicano and Latino history and life.
Like every region of the country, Sacramento sits on Indigenous people’s land—in this case the Nisenan, which is part of the Maidu tribe. The State Indian Museum State Park provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of California Indians and focuses on three themes: nature, spirit and family. To get the full understanding of the relationship between the native peoples and the 19th century agricultural and trade colony built by John Sutter, the credited founder of Sacramento, California State Parks is reinterpreting the origin story to provide a fuller view of the city’s founding. Sutter’s Fort, which is adjacent to the Indian Museum, will be expanding its story.
On your visit to Sacramento, put a few of these places in your phone’s GPS and explore some of these gems. Discover the neighborhoods and communities that give Sacramento its layers of diversity. Make yourself at home, because that’s how you’ll feel, and then make room at the table for others to join.
Urban Community Farms
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José Montoya, Royal Chicano Air Force, Atencion Campesinos, n.d., silkscreen on paper, 63.50 x 48.26 cm
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Royal Chicano Air Force, Southside Park Mural, 1977, 14 x 110 feet (Southside Park, Sacramento)
Visit Sacramento’s Commitment to Truly Seeing You
When we talk about the city we call home, you may hear about the zaniness of the fans of Sacramento Republic FC, our professional soccer team; the reverence for the taste of the sweetest, juiciest tomato grown at the farm just a few miles away; or the awe with the all-knowing smile that Sacramento has probably more murals than any other big city. (Prove us wrong.) This is the ethos, pride and humility that makes Sacramento a city that strives to welcome all types of people because we want to share our bounty with the world.
When Visit Sacramento officially established its diversity, equity and inclusion team, it was done to ensure that the people who make up our tourism and hospitality industries and the visitors who drove, flew or biked into our city were truly reflective of the community—a community that is the third most diverse big city in the country.
Our vision is to provide opportunities and benefits for everyone. And we see our purpose as advancing a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in our community.
Why? Because we are the voice of the visitor. We are the conduit to hospitality and tourism partners. We are the advocates to ensure that you have meaningful experiences and long-lasting memories of your stay. We also have a responsibility to grow and nurture the next generation of hospitality and tourism professionals.
For visitors, we understand the importance of finding the right hotel, good restaurants to try and things for the kids to do. But whether it’s a weekend trip, an extended stay with family, or a few free hours during your convention, we really want you to leave here with that “one thing.” That thing that you’ll tell your family and friends about, that you’ll post on your social media feed to brag a little (or a lot), or just that thing that causes you to think differently or appreciate your loved ones a little more.
Visit Sacramento has taken on the responsibility with its partners—hotels, attractions, restaurants, museums, outdoor recreation and so much more—to collaborate on programs and practices to improve our efforts in diversity and inclusion for the partner and the visitor to give you that “one thing.”
We have extended the “table” to give more of our community and neighborhood seats to share their unique and authentic experiences with visitors, such as the neighborhood restaurant that makes melt-in-your-mouth tamales using abuela’s secret recipe. Or the small art gallery you almost walked right by that shares the history of California’s Indigenous peoples in a non-traditional fashion. Furthermore, we are sharing and working with our partners to keep them current on issues and bringing training to help them interact with visitors who may look different or have accessibility needs.
Visit Sacramento is still learning. We don’t have all the answers. And we will get some things wrong. But it’s more than being intentional: We are committed to understanding and acknowledging the outcomes of our efforts so we can continually get better in offering diverse and inclusive experiences that create the memories you’ll return for again and again.
—Sonya Bradley
Visit Sacramento’s Chief of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Sankofa African Market Francisco Chavira
By Darlena Belushin McKay
Sacramento teems with live music venues large and small, indoors and out.
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Music is more than a soundtrack to Sacramento’s sights. Rhythm, melody and harmony are fused into the city’s identity just as thoroughly as are tomatoes, trees and outdoor adventure. Hear for yourself at some of these live music venues.
Harlow’s Restaurant & Nightclub—Since 1982, Harlow’s has presented acclaimed local acts and nationally renowned musicians in a casual art deco setting. If it’s a special date, spring for the raisedbooth VIP seating with bottle service. Take to the dance floor, too, and visit the patio, replete with fire pits and full bar service. The second-floor Starlet Room also features live music. 2708 J St.; (916) 441-4693; harlows.com
Golden 1 Center—
More than just the home of the NBA’s Sacramento Kings, Golden 1 Center can accommodate the biggest blockbuster acts. The state-of-theart “green” arena was unveiled with much fanfare in 2016 at a
cost of roughly $534 million. It seats 19,000. Upcoming acts: Eric Church (May 11), Sean Mendes (June 30) and The Lumineers (Aug. 2). 500 David J. Stern Walk; (888) 915-4647; golden1center.com
Ace of Spades—This Live Nation venue stages high-energy shows for music lovers of all ages. An anchor for R Street nightlife, Ace of Spades is known for booking hip-hop, contemporary alternative rock and throwback acts. Enjoy the full bar and tasty food items. 1417 R St.; (916) 930-0220; aceofspadessac.com
Memorial Auditorium—The Memorial Auditorium, which opened in 1927, lends a stately quality to the SAFE Credit Union Convention and Performing Arts District. The auditorium recently underwent a major renovation, making it both a venerable and progressive location for concerts. 1515 J St.; (916) 808-5181; safecreditunion conventioncenter.com
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center—This renovated and expanded facility reopened triumphantly with “Hamilton” in 2021. The $120 million renovation enhanced the theater’s esthetic appeal, improved its lobby and made it more accessible. In addition to serving as the home of the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera and Broadway on Tour, the center hosts lectures and all manner of musical presentations. 1301 L St.; (916) 8085181; safecreditunion conventioncenter.com
Cesar Chavez Plaza—Concerts in the Park is a free music series presented by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership that showcases some of the best regional talent. It runs Friday evenings from May to July (except the week of July 4). 910 I St.; godowntownsac.com
Capitol Mall—The Farm-to-Fork Festival is part of the larger Farm-to-Fork celebration of the region’s agricultural bounty. The street festival takes place Sept. 23 and 24, with musical performances throughout. Further information on this year’s acts will be posted in the summer. Capitol Mall, between Third and Seventh streets; farmtofork. com
Discovery Park—
This scenic venue, located at the point where the Sacramento and American rivers converge, hosts massively popular outdoor concerts and festivals. The Aftershock Festival takes place Oct. 6 to 9, bringing to town some of the biggest
rock and heavy metal bands. This year, expect to see chart-topping bands such as Kiss, My Chemical Romance and Slipknot. The following weekend, the GoldenSky Country Music Festival debuts 1600 Garden Highway; aftershockfestival.com
The Sofia—More formally known as The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Performing Arts, this new, stateof-the-art complex is known as home of the B Street Theatre and also hosts a thriving live music scene with internationally acclaimed musicians such as Keiko Matsui and John McCutcheon. 2700 Capitol Ave.; (916) 443-5300; bstreettheatre.org
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With vineyards all around, the Sacramento region is a great place to taste.
CBY BRANDON DARNELL
alifornia is famous for its wines, and the Sacramento region is no exception. You’ve heard of Napa, Sonoma, and maybe even Monterey wines, but it’s likely you’ve also, at some point, tried some of the awardwinning Sacramento-area wineries. On a weekend in Sacramento, you can enjoy a couple of di erent wine regions, exploring the Sierra Nevada foothills or the Sacramento River Delta regions, or even just the city itself.
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You don’t have to leave Sacramento’s central city to try wines from several wineries. A local favorite is Revolution Winery and Kitchen, which has long had a tasting room in Midtown Sacramento. More recently, Bailarín Cellars opened on K Street in Downtown Sacramento just a few blocks from the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center and Golden 1 Center. Earlier this year, Lucid Winery opened a tasting room on R Street, one of the trendiest nightlife places in the city. Enjoying the Old Sacramento Waterfront and looking for a break? en you should de nitely visit Underground Tasting Room, conveniently located across the street from the California State Railroad Museum. 58 Degrees and Holding Co. is a fun wine bar in Midtown’s e Handle district, which is a central hub of Sacramento nightlife.
In addition to wineries and dedicated tasting rooms in Sacramento, many of the area’s restaurants carry a wide selection of fantastic wines, and often have tasting events or other activities for oenophiles. Allora, Mulvaney’s B&L, e Firehouse and Ella Dining Roomand Bar are just a few of the local favorites.
But if you’re looking to go beyond what’s walking distance to your hotel, Sacramento has multiple wine regions that make a great day trip, or a weekend getaway.
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CLARKSBURG
is charming town along the Sacramento River Delta is just a 15-minute drive from Downtown Sacramento, but it’s worlds away in feel, you’ll discover, as you head down country roads through vineyards and trace the river’s path atop the area’s maze of levees. In Clarksburg, Bogle Vineyards is a top attraction, with award-winning wines and an idyllic setting between the river and acres of vineyard. Another Clarksburg favorite is Old Sugar Mill, which houses 15 wineries in one spot for plenty of tasting options. While Bogle and Old Sugar Mill are the two bestknown wine spots in the area, you can’t go wrong visiting one of the many others, including Heringer Estates and Silt Wine Company. For more wineries, the Clarksburg Wine Growers & Vintners Association (cwgva.wildapricot.org) has the complete list, and a trip to the region is a quick getaway from the city without having to spend too much time in he car.
AMADOR
e Amador wine region, east of Sacramento, features more than 40 wineries in the region around Plymouth, Sutter Creek, Amador City and Fiddletown. About 45 minutes outside of Sacramento, the rolling hills are a perfect daytime getaway. You’ll pass through pastoral lands in the Gold Country and nd yourself at wineries including Andis Wines, Rombauer Vineyards, Borjón Winery, Vino Noceto and many more. Amador Vintners Association has a full list (amadorwine.com).
Exploring the region, you’ll come across small towns like Sutter Creek that embody the charm of the Gold Rush era and make great stops for shopping, antiquing and, of course, lunch. You’ll also nd tasting rooms and wine shops, allowing you a broader sampling of the region’s wines than you can get from a day spent visiting the wineries themselves.
Other attractions like Black Chasm Cavern—where you can descend into the earth to see unique cave rock formations and maybe catch a glimpse of an exceptionally rare breed of spider—are also worth the visit. And if you have someone with you who’s more into beer than wine, Amador Brewing Company is an easy
stop with plenty of quality brews. But what Amador is probably best known for is its wine, and while you’re in the region, enjoy the old-vine Zinfandels and Barberas that they do so well there.
EL DORADO
Less than an hour from Downtown Sacramento is the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, where, in 1848, gold was discovered, kicking o the California Gold Rush. Today, visiting the park is still a top attraction, but the mountains around and beyond, ranging from 1,200 to 3,500 feet in elevation, are the ideal terrain for more than 50 grape varietals that the local winemakers transform into delicious and complex wines.
After the Gold Rush, El Dorado became a leading winemaking region, but that ebbed in the early 20th century, and it wasn’t until the 1960s that it came back to the area, but since then, it has seen the good times return.
Boeger Winery opened in 1973 in the Apple Hill area around the town of Camino, and is hugely popular yearround. A short distance away, Bumgarner sits in a rustic barn pouring not just wines, but also ciders. Edio Vineyards, on one of the original Apple Hill properties, has a new tasting room facility that is anything but outdated. David Girard Vineyards is another one with a view, as it sits atop a mountain and provides stunning vistas over vineyards spread across rugged hills.
Like all Sacramento wine regions, there are too many wineries to list here, but if you’re headed up the mountain, be sure to check the El Dorado Wines website (eldoradowines.org) for a full listing.
LODI
e Lodi wine region, about 50 minutes south of Sacramento, has been known for its Zinfandels, but it produces much more. It encompasses seven AVAs, and it has the largest collection of old-growth vineyards in North America, according to the Lodi Wine Commission. Bokisch Vineyards evokes a Spanish cultural feel in the Clements Hills, and the outdoor seating with views over the vineyard is popular year-round. e Dancing Fox Winery and Brewery is in a building dating to the 1880s in downtown Lodi and features sustainable wines as well as English-style ales. Michael David Winery draws on more than 150 years of family farming and provides far more than just wine, with an on-site cafe and bakery. For a list of all Lodi wineries, visit the Lodi Winegrape Commission website (lodiwine.com).
PLACER
Placer County, like most of the area in and around Sacramento, was a heavy draw during the California Gold Rush, and today, more than 20 wineries populate the area spanning just east of Sacramento to the Sierra Nevada foothills. Wise Villa Winery & Bistro just outside Lincoln features not just wines, but as the name implies, a full-service Tuscan-style bistro, and was named “Golden State Winery of the Year” in 2015. Viña Castellano Winery in Auburn is notable for its stone cave tasting room, and while you’re in the area, you can enjoy a visit to historic Auburn, which has a host of spots for lunch, co ee bars, breweries and shops. If you’re looking to sample more than just wine, Cristaldi Vineyards creates organic, small-batch wines, but also produces extra-virgin olive oils, embracing the Old World traditions for both. For more information, visit Placer Wine Trail (placerwine.com).
TOURS
When you spend the weekend in Sacramento and want to explore wine country, ensure you do so responsibly, with either a designated driver or by working with a local tour group like Wine Flights in Sacramento or Sacramento Wine Tours. For a full listing of all the wineries in the Sacramento region, including those as far away as Stockton, see the Visit Sacramento website at visitsacramento.com/restaurants-anddrinks/wineries.
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MUSEUMS
By Brandon Darnell
Sacramento embraces culture, and whether it’s the wealth of museums or the annual Wide Open Walls mural festival or Chalk it Up! art event, there’s no shortage of activities to see and places to visit.
The newest museum in California’s Capital is the SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity. (You’ll see it referred to as MOSAC when you’re in town). Housed in an old power station on the banks of the Sacramento River just north of the Old Sacramento Waterfront, this interactive museum features science exhibits that appeal to all ages. Topics covered include health, engineering, water, energy and space, and there are more than 100 exhibits to explore on your visit.
With a newly renovated and expanded space, the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum tells the story of African-American history, experiences and culture through art education and outreach. In addition to the exhibits and storytelling, there is an African marketplace on the third Saturday of each month with artwork, homemade dishes, crafts and clothing accompanied by musical performances.
Another Sacramento museum that made news over the past couple of years is the Sacramento History Museum. You may already be familiar with the museum, as its viral TikTok channel has more than 1 million followers thanks to its energetic content that shows off some of the museum’s best features in a fun and entertaining way. When
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you’re in town, make sure to visit and say hello, as well as delve deeper into the region’s history. The museum covers everything from life in times gone by to the Gold Rush and Sacramento’s emergence as an agricultural powerhouse.
No trip to Sacramento would be complete without visiting the California State Railroad Museum, which houses 19 steam engines and more than a dozen railroad cars, making it the largest railroad museum west of the Mississippi. Discover the role the railroad played in California history, including the Golden Spike exhibit dedicated to the Transcontinental Railroad, which was completed in 1869. You can also hop on an excursion train for a ride through the countryside.
When it comes to fine arts, Crocker Art Museum is a must-see. Split into two wings—one a historic Victorian mansion, and the other a contemporary state-of-the-art wing opened in 2010, Crocker Art Museum houses works from antiquity all the way up to contemporary pieces. Special rotating exhibits are always popular, and the museum is perhaps best known for its collection of paintings by California Impressionists.
For more information on Sacramento’s museums, make sure to visit Sacramento Area Museums (sacmuseums.org), which is a great resource for everything related to museums in the area, and also puts on events like Free Museum Day.
California State Railroad Museum
Kelly B. Huston Crocker Art Museum/Brian Suhr
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The AerospaceMuseum of California is a hidden gem justminutes north of Sacramento.
For more than a decade, the Museum has been bringing history and STEM education to visitors and students from all over the Sacramento area and beyond.
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PERFORMING ARTS
B STREET THEATRE
One of Sacramento’s favorite local theater groups performs original plays on in its multi-stage theater, The Sofia, on Capitol Avenue in Midtown Sacramento. Founded by actor Timothy Busfield in 1986 as the Theatre for Children, Inc., the focus moved to a broader audience with the creation of B Street Theatre in 1991 and performs for 70,000 adults in a typical year. 2700 Capitol Ave., Sacramento. (916) 443-5300 ext. 1 bstreettheatre.org
BROADWAY
SACRAMENTO
See some of the most popular plays from Broadway here in Sacramento at the renovated SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. Recent performances have included “Hamilton” and “Wicked”—with plenty more to come. 1510 J St., Sacramento. (916) 446-5880 broadwaysacramento.com
CAPITAL STAGE
This local theater is another popular Sacramento institution located in the heart of Midtown. Cap Stage is known for its innovative and engaging shows, always bold and thought-provoking, often with an edgy vibe. 2215 J St., Sacramento. (916) 995-5464 capstage.org
SACRAMENTO BALLET
Founded in 1954, the Sacramento Ballet entertains, educates and inspires people through dance, including shows that have been longtime favorites like “The Nutcracker”. 2420 N St., Sacramento. (916) 552-5800 sacballet.org
Bringing shows that are uniquely of Sacramento, the Philharmonic & Opera performs concerts and operas as well as working to engage with the community to further the passion of classical music. 1110 Second St., Sacramento. (916) 476-5975 sacphilopera.org
A nationally recognized professional company, Sacramento Theatre Company is one of the oldest and largest arts institutions in the region. STC presents classical, musical and contemporary plays as well as world premieres. 1419 H St., Sacramento. (916) 443-6722 sactheatre.org
Photo courtesy of The Sofia
Photo by Keith Sutter
Kriston Woodreaux and Dane Troy in “Pass Over” Photo by Charr Crail
August Wilson’s “Fences” Photo by Cindy Lawton
Photo courtesy of Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera
Coming in September: “Come From Away” Photo by Matthew Murphy
ACCOMMODATIONS
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SACRAMENTO’S BEST PLACES TO STAY
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DOWNTOWN/OLD SACRAMENTO WATERFRONT
AMBER HOUSE INN OF MIDTOWN, 1315 22nd St. 95816; (916) 444-8085; amberhouse.com
AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN, 430 16th St. 95814; (916) 444-3670; abvidowntownsacramento.com
BEST WESTERN SANDMAN MOTEL, 236 Jibboom St. 95811; (916) 443-6515; bestwestern.com/prop-05240
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT–SACRAMENTO MIDTOWN, 4422 Y St. 95817; (916) 445-6800; marriott.com/saccy
DELTA KING HOTEL, 1000 Front St. 95814; (800)825-5464, (916) 444-5464; deltaking.com
ECONO LODGE DOWNTOWN, 711 16th St. 95814; (916) 443-6631; choicehotels.com/california/sacramento/econo-lodge-hotels
EMBASSY SUITES SACRAMENTO HOTEL, 100 Capitol Mall 95814; (916) 326-5000; sacramento.embassysuites.com
FORT SUTTER HOTEL, 1308 28th St. 95814; (916) 603-2301; fortsutterhotel.com
HAMPTON INN & SUITES AT CSUS, 1875 65th St. 95819; (916) 451-1135; hilton.com/en/hotels/sacsuhx-hampton-suites-sacramento-at-csus
HOLIDAY INN SACRAMENTO DOWNTOWN–ARENA, 300 J St. 95814; (916) 446-0100; holidayinnsacramento.com
HYATT CENTRIC DOWNTOWN SACRAMENTO, 1122 7th St. 95814; (916) 371-7000; hyattcentricdowntownsacramento.com
HYATT REGENCY SACRAMENTO, 1209 L St. 95814; (916) 443-1234; sacramento.regency.hyatt.com
INN OFF CAPITOL PARK, 1530 N St. 95814; (916) 447-8100; innoffcapitolpark.com
KIMPTON SAWYER HOTEL, 500 J St. 95814; (916) 545-7100; sawyerhotel.com
LA QUINTA, 200 Jibboom St. 95811; (916) 448-8100; lq.com
QUALITY INN, 818 15th St. 95814; (916) 444-3980; qualityinn.com/hotel/ca505
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SACRAMENTO DOWNTOWN AT CAPITOL PARK, 1121 15th St. 95814; (916) 443-0500; marriott.com/sacdt
SHERATON GRAND SACRAMENTO, 1230 J St. 95814; (916) 447-1700; sheraton.com/sacramento
SURESTAY PLUS HOTEL BY BEST WESTERN, 350 Bercut Dr. 95811; (916) 497-0955; heritagehotelgroup.com/sacramento-ca-hotel
VAGABOND EXECUTIVE INN–OLD TOWN, 909 Third St. 95814; (916) 446-1481; vagabondinn-sacramento-old-town-hotel.com
THE CITIZEN HOTEL, 926 J St. 95814; (916) 447-2700; citizenhotel.com
THE EXCHANGE HOTEL, 1006 Fourth St., 95814; (916) 931-3300; hilton.com/en/hotels/smfsaqq-the-exchange-sacramento
THE WESTIN SACRAMENTO, 4800 Riverside Blvd. 95822; (916) 443-8400; westinsacramento.com
MOTEL 6, 623 16th St. 95814; (916) 476-4499; wyndhamhotels.lcom/travelodge
NATOMAS/AIRPORT
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT SACRAMENTO AIRPORT NATOMAS, 2101 River Plaza Dr. 95833; (916) 922-1120; marriott.com/sacch
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES SACRAMENTO AIRPORT NATOMAS, 2730 El Centro Rd. 95833; (916) 923-7472; marriott.com/sacwn
FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON SACRAMENTO AIRPORT, 4900 Duckhorn Dr. 95834; (916) 263-9000; fourpointssacramentoairport.com
HILTON GARDEN INN SACRAMENTO/SOUTH NATOMAS, 2540 Venture Oaks Wy. 95833; (916) 568-5400; sacramento.hgi.com
HOMEWOOD SUITES SACRAMENTO AIRPORT/NATOMAS, 3001 Advantage Wy. 95834; (916) 263-9510; sacramentoairport.homewoodsuites.com
RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT SACRAMENTO AIRPORT NATOMAS, 2618 Gateway Oaks Dr. 95833; (916) 649-1300; marriott.com/hotels/travel/sacsn-residence-inn-sacramento-airport-natomas
SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT, 2555 Venture Oaks Wy. 95833; (916) 925-2280; marriott.com/sacsh
TOWNEPLACE SUITES AIRPORT/NATOMAS, 4090 East Commerce Wy. 95834; (916) 419-8811; marriott.com/hotels/travel/sacta-towneplace-suites-sacramento-airport-natomas
WYNDHAM GARDEN SACRAMENTO AIRPORT, 2298 Terracina Dr. 95834; (916) 419-2222; wyndhamsac.com
KIMPTON SAWYER HOTEL
POINT WEST MARKETPLACE/HIGHWAY 80
ARDEN STAR HOTEL, 1413 Howe Ave. 95825; (916) 999-1233; ardenstarhotel.com
CAL EXPO RV PARK, 1600 Exposition Blvd. 95815; (916) 263-3187; calexpo.com
COMFORT INN & SUITES, 21 Howe Ave. 95826; (916) 379-0400; comfortinnsacramento.com
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, CAL EXPO, 1782 Tribute Rd. 95815; (916) 929-7900; marriott.com/hotels/travel/sacce-courtyard-sacramento-cal-expo
DOUBLETREE BY HILTON SACRAMENTO, 2001 Point West Wy. 95815; (916) 929-8855; doubletreesacramento.com
INN BY MARRIOTT SACRAMENTO CAL EXPO, 1780 Tribute Rd. 95815; (916) 920-5300; marriott.com/sacxp
HAMPTON INN & SUITES, 2230 Auburn Blvd. 95821; (916) 927-2222; sacramentoauburnblvd.hamptoninn.com
HILTON SACRAMENTO ARDEN WEST, 2200 Harvard St. 95815; (916) 922-4700; hilton.com
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CAL EXPO, 2224 Auburn Blvd. 95821; (916) 923-1100; hiexpress.com/sacramentone
HOTEL MED PARK, SACRAMENTO, 2356 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817; (916) 455-4000; choicehotels.com/california/sacramento/ascend-hotels/
LARKSPUR LANDING, 555 Howe Ave. 95825; (916) 646-1212; larkspurlanding.com/sacramento
LIONS GATE HOTEL, 3410 Westover St. 95652; (916) 643-6222; lionsgatehotel.com
RODEWAY INN, 25 Howe Ave. 95826; (916) 386-8408; choicehotels.com/california/sacramento/rodeway-inn-hotels/cah72
TOWNEPLACE SUITES SACRAMENTO CAL EXPO, 1784 Tribute Rd. 95815; (916) 920-5400; marriott.com/saccx
WYNDHAM SACRAMENTO, 5321 Date Ave. 95841; (916) 338-5800; wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham/sacramento-california/wyndham-sacramento/overview
GREATER SACRAMENTO AREA
JACKSON RANCHERIA CASINO RESORT, 12222 New York Ranch Rd. Jackson 95642; (800) 822-WINN; jacksoncasino.com
LA QUINTA INN & SUITES, 11131 Folsom Blvd., Rancho Cordova; (888) 312-2399; wyndhamhotels.com/laquinta/rancho-cordova-california/la-quinta-rancho-cordova-sacramento
SACRAMENTO MARRIOTT RANCHO CORDOVA, 11211 Point East Dr., Rancho Cordova; (916) 638-1100; marriott.com/hotels/travel/sacmc-sacramento-marriott-rancho-cordova
SPRINGHILL SUITES, 3455 Reed Ave., West Sacramento 95605; (916) 873-8222; marriott.com/hotels/travel/sacsw-springhill-suites-west-sacramento
THE MURIETA INN AND SPA, 7337 Murieta Dr. Rancho Murieta 95683; (916) 345-3900; themurietainn.com
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Don’t leave Lucy, Bailey or Luna behind. These Sacramento eateries will happily welcome you and your furry friend.
By Marybeth Bizjak
LowBrau Bierhalle
Sacramento resident Debbie Soto doesn’t go anywhere without Charlie, her 11-year-old poodle mix. Luckily for her (and for him), Sacramento is a very dog-friendly city, and getting dog-friendlier all the time. “It’s a great place for Charlie,” says Soto. “There’s lots of variety.”
She’s right: There’s no shortage here of restaurants, cafes, bars, beer gardens and other watering holes that welcome canine companions. It’s partly a function of the weather: Because Sacramento has eight or more months of sunshine every year, patios, sidewalk seating and other outdoor dining spaces are legion, making it easy to bring your pup along. There’s also a strong dog culture here. Sacramento two-leggeds not only expect to share public spaces with four-leggeds; they actually enjoy it. Having a cute dog at your side is almost a guarantee that someone will stop to meet, admire and pet your pooch.
Some restaurants really roll out the welcome mat for canines. At LowBrau Bierhalle in Midtown, a server will bring out a bowl of water for your best friend before fetching your pint of Allagash White or Trumer Pils. When you walk in the door at Juno’s Kitchen in East Sacramento, they’ll thoughtfully offer your doggy a morsel (or two or three) of grilled chicken or smoked trout—the same stuff that goes in your sandwich. And in Folsom (a 20-minute drive from downtown Sacramento), Lazy Dog restaurant and bar even has its own “pup menu,” offering a grilled chicken or hamburger patty bowl, with brown rice and veggies, for $5.
Here’s a look at Sacramento’s best dog-friendly dining options by neighborhood:
Downtown
Near the State Capitol building, you and your doggo can find all manner of places to dine well. At the upscale end of the spectrum is Camden Spit & Larder (555 Capitol Mall), a handsome London-inspired brasserie that serves oysters on the half shell, an elevated take on an English meat pie, and a $52 New York steak. Capitol Garage (1500 K St.) offers homier fare, including BBQ pork sliders and tater tacos, and incidentally is a great place for brunch. Another popular brunch spot is Cafeteria 15L (1116 15th St.), with its large, comfortable patio full of lounge furniture and offerings like brioche French toast and wildberry pancakes. DOCO is shorthand for Downtown Commons, home to Golden 1 Center and a gaggle of surrounding watering holes. There’s Sauced (1028 Seventh St.) for outstanding barbecue; Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar (615 David J. Stern Walk), serving—you guessed it—champagne and other sparklers; and Estelle Bakery & Patisserie (615 David J. Stern Walk), offering butter-laden French pastries along with tartines, salads, French omelets and quiches.
Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar
IceBear relaxing in Midtown
R Street Corridor
The stretch of R Street from 10th to 17th is home to some of Sacramento’s hippest restaurants, bars and cafes. At one end is Fox & Goose Public House (1001 R St.), a traditional English alehouse open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serving British staples such as bangers and mash, shepherd’s pie and Cornish pasties as well as American pub grub like burgers. At the other end is Beast + Bounty (1701 R St.), a beautifully designed dinner house that caters to both carnivores and herbivores with a menu of pizzas, pastas, meats and vegetables, all cooked over live fire on a 7-foot-long open hearth. During the pandemic, city o icials closed R Street between 14th and 15th to vehicle tra ic, allowing the restaurants there to spill out onto the street with picnic tables and tents. Dog-appropriate restaurants and bars on that section of R Street include Iron Horse Tavern (1800 15th St.), a popular spot for happy-hour drinks and noshes; Mas Taco Bar (1800 15th St.), serving margaritas and tacos with inventive fillings such as banh mi shrimp and Indian butter chicken; Burgers & Brew (1409 R St.), o ering nearly 20 di erent burgers and a top-notch selection of craft beers; R15 (1431 R St.), a casual spot with a sports bar vibe and a wide-ranging menu that includes pizzas, salads, burgers and plates such as grilled flat-iron steak; and The Shady Lady Saloon (1409 R St.), Sacramento’s original craft cocktail bar. While technically not on R Street, there’s also The Snug (1800 15th St.), a first-rate cocktail bar, modeled after an Irish pub, with a lovely walledo patio that’s entered from R Street.
Southside Park
This little downtown-adjacent neighborhood has been steadily earning a reputation as a destination for food lovers. South (2005 11th St.) is widely considered to have the best fried chicken in town (so moist! so crisp!) and also serves delicious updated takes on Southern classics like fried catfish, hush puppies and banana pudding. Binchoyaki (2226 10th St.) is a modern Japanese restaurant o ering small plates of delicious grilled meats along with ramen, yakitori and tempura. With its expansive patio, Urban Roots Brewery & Smokehouse (1322 V St.) is a great place to enjoy excellent barbecue and beer brewed on the premises in the company of your favorite pooch.
Kiko, Urban Roots
The Snug
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Midtown
This restaurant-dense neighborhood o ers many options for dining out with your dog. One of Sacramento’s leading fine-dining destinations, The Waterboy (2000 Capitol Ave.) serves exquisite Mediterranean fare such as veal sweetbreads, house-made pastas and pan-roasted duck breast. For upscale Mexican fare, there’s Zócalo (1801 Capitol Ave.), which has a fabulous patio that wraps around two sides of the building and extends into the street. Sibling by Pushkin’s (1813 Capitol Ave.) is a gluten-free restaurant that’s super popular, even with people who don’t follow a no-gluten diet. The menu of breakfast dishes, sandwiches, salads and bowls features lots of vegan options as well. At LowBrau Bierhalle (1050 20th St.), you can enjoy a bratwurst or Polish dog on a pretzel roll and some duck fat fries out on the roomy patio deck or down on the street, which the city closed o to car tra ic during the pandemic. Bring your pooch to Truitt Bark Park (1818 Q St.) to frolic o leash with other dogs, then head across the street to Midtown Spirits (1717 19th St.) for a cocktail or frozen slushy made with vodka, gin or rum distilled on-site. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, make your way to Rick’s Dessert Diner (2401 J St.), serving up towering slices of old-fashioned American-style cakes and pies, or Ginger Elizabeth Patisserie (2413 J St.), for elegant macarons and cream pu s.
East Sacramento
Just east of Midtown, this largely residential neighborhood has grown in culinary importance in recent years. In 2019 and 2021, the Michelin Guide singled out Canon (1719 34th St.) with a Bib Gourmand award for its creative, globally inspired shareable plates, such as house-made potato tots with mole and pepitas. Canon’s covered, heated outdoor patio is especially welcoming to dogs. Named after the owners’ beloved dog, Juno’s Kitchen (3675 J St.) is a gourmet sandwich shop where the breads are baked in-house and fillings range from panko-encrusted eggplant with roasted peppers and Manchego cheese to pastrami with Gruyere, braised cabbage and pickles. Selland’s Market-Cafe (5340 H St.) has an enormous raised-deck patio, roomy enough for the largest pups, an order-at-the-counter system and an assortment of tasty sandwiches, salads, hot entrees and pizzas prepared in a wood-burning oven. Its sister restaurant, OBO’ Italian Table and Bar (3145 Folsom Blvd.), has a smaller patio, a similar ordering system and a menu of house-made pastas, pizzas, hot entrees, salads and sandwiches. Both are owned by Selland Family Restaurants, the folks behind high-end Ella Dining Room & Bar and The Kitchen, Sacramento’s first (and only) Michelin-starred restaurant.
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Bug and Yolandi, Sibling by Pushkin’s Canon
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event calendar
FUN TIMES AHEAD
WHAT’S GOING ON IN SACRAMENTO
As the year-round source for Sacramento events, Sacramento365 features comprehensive listings of arts, culture and recreational activities, allowing you to experience all Sacramento has to o er. Visit Sacramento365.com at any time and search by date or category to find outings that pique your interest!
APRIL
Through April 24: Wicked
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center BroadwaySacramento.com
April 1–30: Photography Month Sacramento Throughout the Sacramento region
PhotoMonthSacramento.org
April 7: John Mulaney: From Scratch Golden 1 Center Golden1Center.com
April 9: Sutter Street Sip and Stroll Historic Folsom HistoricFolsom.org
April 14–16: Sacramento Ballet presents Catalyst The Sofia Tsakopoulos Center for the Arts SacBallet.org
April 15: Elk Grove Brewfest
Elk Grove Regional Park ElkGroveBrewfest.com
April 22–24: Loud Fest Sacramento
Cesar Chavez Plaza Audacy.com/KSFM
April 22–May 1: Sacramento Beer Week Throughout the Sacramento region SacramentoBeerWeek.com
April 30–May 1: Sol Blume Music Festival Discovery Park SolBlume.com
MAY
May 1: Tom Segura: I’m Coming Everywhere World Tour
Memorial Auditorium Ticketmaster.com
May 1: Mick Foley Live: The Nice Day Tour Colonial Theatre LoveHorrorEvents.com
May 6–22: Sacramento Ballet presents Beer and Ballet
CLARA Auditorium SacBallet.org
May 7: Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera presents The Barber of Seville
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center SacPhilOpera.org
May 7: Punk in Drublic Craft Beer & Music Festival
Heart Health Park Ticketmaster.com
May 11: Eric Church: The Gather Again Tour Golden 1 Center Golden1Center.com
May 12: Bill Burr (Slight Return)
Memorial Auditorium Ticketmaster.com
May 12–22: Wide Open Walls
Throughout Sacramento WideOpenWalls.com
May 13: Asian American & Pacific Islander Night Market
Location TBD AAPINightMarket.com
May 14 & 15: Sacramento Grilled Cheese Festival Weekend
Southside Park SacGrilledCheese.com
May 14 & 15: Country in the Park
Cal Expo’s Miller Lite Grandstand KNCIFM.com
May 17–22: Tootsie
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center
BroadwaySacramento.com
May 22: Sacramento Promenade of Mermaids
Old Sacramento Waterfront CaliforniaMermaidCon.com
May 24–29: World’s Strongest Man
Capitol Mall TheWorldsStrongestMan.com
May 27: John Cleese: An Evening of Exceptional Silliness
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center Ticketmaster.com
JUNE
TBD: Sacramento Pride
Capitol Mall SacramentoPride.org
June 17: Iliza: Back in Action Tour
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center Ticketmaster.com
June 22: Baby Shark Live! 2022 Splash Tour
Memorial Auditorium Ticketmaster.com
June 23–27: Sacramento Bachata and Salsa Festival
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sacramento SacCongress.com
June 30: Shawn Mendes: Wonder the World Tour Golden 1 Center Golden1Center.com
JULY
TBD: Strauss Festival of Elk Grove
Elk Grove Regional Park StraussFestival.com
July 1–3: Folsom Pro Rodeo
Dan Russell Rodeo Arena FolsomProRodeo.com
July 4: Fourth on the Field
Sutter Health Park SutterHealthPark.com
July 15–31: California State Fair
Cal Expo CalExpoStateFair.com
AUGUST
Aug. 6: Backstreet Boys: DNA World Tour
Toyota Amphitheatre Ticketmaster.com
Aug. 18: Celeste Barber: Fine, Thanks. Tour
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center Ticketmaster.com
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 2–3: World Butchers’ Challenge
Golden 1 Center WorldButchersChallenge.com
Sept. 2–5: Hot Jazz Jubilee
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sacramento HotJazzJubilee.com
Sept. 3–5: Chalk It Up Sacramento!
Fremont Park ChalkItUp.org
Sept. 7: RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World Tour
Memorial Auditorium Ticketmaster.com
Sept. 8: Legends of Wine
California State Capitol FarmToFork.com
Sept. 11: Tower Bridge Dinner
Tower Bridge FarmToFork.com
Sept. 17: California Brewers Festival
Discovery Park CalBrewFest.com
Sept. 18: Back to the Boulevard: Show, Shine and Cruise
Franklin Boulevard FranklinBlvdDistrict.com
Sept. 20–25: Tootsie
SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center BroadwaySacramento.com
Sept. 23 & 24: Farm-to-Fork Festival
Capitol Mall FarmToFork.com
OCTOBER
Oct. 6–9: Aftershock Festival Discovery Park AftershockFestival.com
Oct. 23: Ironman California
Throughout the Sacramento region Ironman.com/IM-California
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