| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | 2nd Saturday: Midtown Art Walk at Midtown November 12, 2011-October 13, 2012 On the 2nd Saturday of each month, many local Sacramento galleries feature new shows of individual and collective artists. Many galleries play host to the artists so it's a wonderful way to meet them in person. Some galleries provide beverages, hors d'oeuvres, live music, and even dinner with the artist!
Since many galleries are grouped into two main areas in Sacramento: Midtown and along Del Paso Blvd. (The Uptown Arts District), many people like to take an Art Walk and wander from... | | 11/12/11-
10/13/12 | Sacramento |
3rd Annual Sacramento Entertainment FairPresented by Studio 24, Inc. at Studio 24, Inc. June 9, 2012 Think you've got what it takes to be an actor? Studio24 will put you through make-up & hair, get you into wardrobe, and put you on set where you'll get to act in front of the camera alongside professional actors!
Sacramento's Annual Entertainment Fair is an extremely interactive event with live performances by entertainment groups, demonstrations of filmmaking with equipment and actors, teleprompter and green screen, voiceover recording in studio, and much more!
The... | Studio 24, Inc. | 06/09/12 | Sacramento |
All Night Happy HourPresented by MiX Downtown at MiX Downtown January 12-December 27, 2012 On Thursdays Mix Downtown keeps Happy Hour rolling all night! Enjoy the amazing food, wine, and hand-crafted cocktails of Mix Downtown and only pay Happy Hour prices all night. $3.50 draft beers, $5 well drinks, $5 selected wines, and $7 hand-crafted Cocktails start you off and all small plates are half price all night (kitchen closes at 10pm). Music and dancing begin at 9pm. It is always free entry from 4pm-9pm. Free guest list available for 9pm-2am (just email your names to the... | MiX Downtown | 01/12/12-
12/27/12 | Sacramento |
Anti-Cooperation LeaguePresented by Sacramento Comedy Spot at Sacramento Comedy Spot January 14-December 29, 2012 Anti-Cooperation League (ACL) is the flag-ship improv show at the Comedy Spot and Sacramento’s longest running comedy show. Each week a Special Guest is interviewed and the information gathered from the interview is used as inspiration for improvised comedy scenes. Special Guests range from Hollywood directors and actors to local business owners. All of the guests are interesting people! The show is a lot like a funny episode of Saturday Night Live--but all the sketches are made... | Sacramento Comedy Spot | 01/14/12-
12/29/12 | Sacramento |
Ape MachinePresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 26, 2012 Blending equal parts rock 'n’ roll, blues, stoner rock, and psychedelia, Ape Machine is out to melt faces and pound the apathy out of otherwise jaded listeners with a wall of heavy rock 'n’ roll tones unheard since the days of bell bottoms, long hair, and blaring tube amplifiers.
The name "Ape Machine" is a nod to the days of reel-to-reel recording, and captures the heady mix of animal aggression and technical precision in the music. The band set forth with a... | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/26/12 | Sacramento |
Applewhite CD Release ShowPresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides May 25, 2012 Help Applewhite celebrate the release of their new CD and enjoy performances by Applewhite, Out of Place, and Chris Brewer. | Old Ironsides | 05/25/12 | Sacramento |
Arnez JPresented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre June 8-June 10, 2012 Rapidly becoming one of the most talked about comedians, Arnez J's charisma and physical agility are unforgettable. With the physicality of Jim Carrey, his brand of comedy has dubbed him "the black Jerry Lewis."
On his own at age 14, Arnez lied about his age to get a job at a gas station to work his way through school. Arnez wanted to be a professional baseball player. A Philadelphia Phillies Farm League pursued him, but that fell through. It was later while working as a... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 06/08/12-
06/10/12 | Rancho Cordova |
B-Side PlayersPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's May 26, 2012 The B-Side Players make music without borders or boundaries as they continue exploring the multifaceted grooves of Latin America and the Caribbean, incorporating the sounds of Cuba, Jamaica, Mexico, and Brazil with the funk, rock, jazz, and hip-hop rhythms of their homeland. The B-Side Players are uniquely positioned to bring their uplifting message of unity, brotherhood, and dance floor revolution to the people of planet Earth. | Harlow's | 05/26/12 | Sacramento |
Best of Sacramento 2012 PartyPresented by Sacramento Magazine at Thunder Valley Casino & Resort December 6, 2012 Yes, the "party" is back! In December 2012, Thunder Valley Casino will present the "party of the year", to benefit our local March of Dimes. Over the last decade, Sacramento magazine has helped raise nearly $4,000,000 through this event, in support of the March of Dimes mission to improve the health of babies.
Best of all, more than 50 restaurants, wineries, breweries, and distilled spirit vendors will be there. Many of the participating vendors will be... | Sacramento Magazine | 12/06/12 | Lincoln |
Bikini Bull RidingPresented by Bulls Sacramento at Bulls Restaurant and Bar April 19, 2012-April 25, 2013 Hey y'all, Bulls is hosting their bikini bull riding contest with 102.5 KSFM's DJ Alazzawi and they'd like to see you all there. Ladies get ready to get bucked at Bulls. First place winner gets $200 cash. Guys and gals, come in to help judge just which of these ladies rides the bull the best.
Bulls will be serving a full menu. You'll want to try the mouth watering Tri Tip French Dip Sandwich, $2 pint beers, and when you check in at Bulls on Facebook you get $1 kamikazes. Can't wait to... | Bulls Sacramento | 04/19/12-
04/25/13 | Sacramento |
| Bob Woods Blues Happy Hour | GUERRILLAPROMO! | 04/03/12-
07/03/12 | Sacramento |
Brad WilliamsPresented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre June 28-July 1, 2012 Comedian Brad Williams has lived a true comic Cinderella story. Born with Achondroplastic dwarfism, Brad would endure countless taunts and gawks from classmates and random people on the street. Instead of crying about it, Brad turned to humor. He discovered that by making jokes about his condition, he could make other people comfortable and get laughs in the process. Stand-up was a logical step for Brad and he began hitting the local open mic nights and coffeehouses. One night at a Carlos... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 06/28/12-
07/01/12 | Rancho Cordova |
BT featuring Mickey Gordon at Laughs Unlimited May 31-June 3, 2012 BT was born, raised, and beaten in the wonderful settings of Muskogee,Oklahoma. So yes, that's right he's an Okie from Muskogee.
Once in college, is where he first tried stand-up comedy and the rest is history. Knowing that life could only get better, BT left The University of Oklahoma with a degree and dreams of show business. After living in Chicago, Dallas, and the backseat of his Nissan Sentra, BT finally settled down in the city of dreams, Los Angeles.
Since the time this... | | 05/31/12-
06/03/12 | Sacramento |
| C Plus | Blue Lamp Lounge | 06/08/12 | Sacramento |
Carly DuHainPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 25, 2012 Carly DuHain plays original music that evokes intense emotions through the most basic words possible.
Also performing:
-Kyle Williams
-Machine City | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/25/12 | Sacramento |
Cash'd Out: Johnny Cash Tribute BandPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's June 1, 2012 Cash'd Out is an authentic tribute to the Man in Black, Johnny Cash. Once people heard the authentic sounds of the band, the word started to spread around the Southwest and Cash'd Out's popularity has been growing ever since. This is the only band supported by the Johnny Cash estate. | Harlow's | 06/01/12 | Sacramento |
Celebrate the Season: VIP Dinner & Tony Awards Viewing PartyPresented by Sacramento Theatre Company June 10, 2012 The Celebrate the Season Host Committee cordially invites you to attend Celebrate the Season: VIP Dinner & Tony Awards Viewing Party. The VIP dinner will begin at 5:30pm and will recreate memorable moments from the 2011-2012 Sacramento Theatre Company's season, and preview their upcoming productions. The Broadcast Reception begins at 7:30pm. Guest performers from theaters throughout Sacramento will make special appearances previewing material from their upcoming seasons.... | Sacramento Theatre Company | 06/10/12 | Sacramento |
Clap Your Hands Say YeahPresented by Abstract Entertainment at Harlow's May 23, 2012 Clap Your Hands Say Yeah is a Brooklyn and Philadelphia based indie-rock band consisting of Alec Ounsworth, Lee Sargent, Robbie Guertin, Tyler Sargent, and Sean Greenhalgh. Their debut album, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah was self-released in 2005, receiving attention from numerous MP3 blogs and a favorable review from Pitchfork Media, who gave the band a “Best New Music” commendation.
Also performing:
-The Darcys | Abstract Entertainment | 05/23/12 | Sacramento |
Comedy Under the StarsPresented by Cosumnes Community Services District at Laguna Town Hall September 7, 2012 These shows are for an adult audience. Laugh under the stars as Sacramento’s Laughs Unlimited travels to Elk Grove for special outdoor performances featuring some of the region’s funniest comedians. Bring a picnic dinner, blanket, and jacket. No high back chairs. No pets permitted except service animals. | Cosumnes Community Services District | 09/07/12 | Elk Grove |
Comedy Under the StarsPresented by Cosumnes Community Services District at Laguna Town Hall July 13, 2012 These shows are for an adult audience. Laugh under the stars as Sacramento’s Laughs Unlimited travels to Elk Grove for special outdoor performances featuring some of the region’s funniest comedians. Bring a picnic dinner, blanket, and jacket. No high back chairs. No pets permitted except service animals. | Cosumnes Community Services District | 07/13/12 | Elk Grove |
ComedySportz ImprovPresented by ComedySportz at ComedySportz March 9-December 30, 2012 Two teams compete for your laughs and your points by making up scenes based on your suggestions. High energy, interactive fun for all ages. Similar to the hit show Whose Line Is It Anyway?. We love to make you laugh! | ComedySportz | 03/09/12-
12/30/12 | Sacramento |
Creative Comedy ShowsPresented by ComedySportz at ComedySportz January 19-December 27, 2012 See different long form improv formats including Soap Opera, Silent Tension, Mock-u-mentary, KwikProv, SoundTrax, Must See Improv, Armando, and more! | ComedySportz | 01/19/12-
12/27/12 | Sacramento |
Crossing the RiverPresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides May 24, 2012 Prepare yourself for intoxicating grooves and compelling improvisation. Prepare to dance your butts off to grooves from the African diaspora. When there's a rhythm, there's a way. Crossing the River found each other in the midst of this big cacophonous music metropolis where they laugh at the 100 degree heat and love lurking under the great freeways that haven't been updated since the Johnson administration.
Also performing:
-Penjula | Old Ironsides | 05/24/12 | Sacramento |
D.L. HughleyPresented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre July 6-July 8, 2012 He is perhaps best known as the star of the ABC/UPN sitcom The Hughleys, and as one of the four comedians featured in the Spike Lee film The Original Kings of Comedy. Additionally, he has been the host of CNN's D. L. Hughley Breaks the News, a correspondent for The Jay Leno Show on NBC, and a local radio personality in New York City. He had roles on Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, and on NBC's Scrubs as Turk's brother. He was the host of the 2008... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 07/06/12-
07/08/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Dat PhanPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club May 31-June 3, 2012 Dat Phan is the original winner of NBC's Last Comic Standing, and is a headlining comedian touring live across the U.S. He has made numerous TV and movie appearances including The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Family Guy voiceover, Cellular, and The Tyra Banks Show.
Dat was born in Saigon, Vietnam and grew up struggling and poor in San Diego, CA. His culturally insightful comedy inspects ridiculous stereotypes, and shares his experience of being a... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 05/31/12-
06/03/12 | Sacramento |
Destruction at Ace of Spades May 25, 2012 Destruction is a German thrash metal band. They are considered one of the "three kings" of the Teutonic thrash metal scene, the others being Kreator and Sodom. All three of these bands are often credited with helping pioneer death metal, by containing several elements of what was to become the genre. Destruction were originally named Knight of Demon but changed their name in 1984.
Also performing:
-Warbringer
-Vital Remains
-Pathology | | 05/25/12 | Sacramento |
Fascination: A New Wave '80s Dance ClubPresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides January 14-December 8, 2012 Come out and experience Fascination, a new wave '80s dance club. | Old Ironsides | 01/14/12-
12/08/12 | Sacramento |
For The People comedyPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club May 24, 2012 For The People Comedy is a collective of artists who share a common goal of producing colorful events fueled by positivity and laughter. Founded by San Francisco-based comedian Frankie Quinones. The group is known to bring together the area's best comedians along with special guests from around the nation. Always maintaining a diverse lineup to represent San Francisco culture through high energy shows filled with laughter and music. | Punch Line Comedy Club | 05/24/12 | Sacramento |
Gilligan's Island Pub Crawl Memorial Weekend Presented by 5hundy Social Club and Blue Cue at Blue Cue May 26, 2012 Blue Cue and 5hundy Social Club are back together for their 2nd Annual Summer Kick-Off Pub Crawl. Free wristbands, entitling you to drinks specials at each bar, must be picked up at The Blue Cue.
Participating bars include:
-Blue Cue ($3 Coronas & $4 Sex on the Beach)
-BarWest ($4 Kiwi-ritas) | 5hundy Social Club | 05/26/12 | Sacramento |
Harold Night ImprovPresented by Sacramento Comedy Spot at Sacramento Comedy Spot May 23-December 26, 2012 The Harold is a popular long form improv structure developed by Del Close and performed by major comedy theaters in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Two Harold teams perform every Wednesday Night! These hilarious and smart shows start with a single suggestion which inspires many scenes that weave together at the end of the show.
| Sacramento Comedy Spot | 05/23/12-
12/26/12 | Sacramento |
Hed 2 Head Tour: Hed PE & Mushroomhead at Ace of Spades May 31, 2012 Hed PE, also known as (hed) Planet Earth and stylized as (hed) p.e., is a rock band from Huntington Beach, California. Formed in 1994, the band performs a style of music which it refers to as "G-punk", a fusion of punk rock and hip hop. After releasing three albums on Jive Records, Hed PE left the label to record independently, eventually signing with Suburban Noize Records in 2006. To date, they have released eight studio albums, one live album and two compilation... | | 05/31/12 | Sacramento |
I Love House MusicPresented by K Street Venues at District 30 May 24, 2012 Every Thursday-I Love House Music brings the latest House Music artists to District 30. This Thursday Nadia Ali performs with special guest Trevor Simpson.
Beginning in 2001, Nadia's lush vocal style would take the world by storm, becoming a globally recognized trademark in the dance music industry, and keeping her in nonstop demand by the hottest innovative DJ's worldwide. Recent and notable collaborations include: Schiller, Sultan & Ned Shepard, Chris Reece, Tocadisco, Serge... | K Street Venues | 05/24/12 | Sacramento |
IconoclastPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge June 1-May 31, 2012 Iconoclast Robot is a fusion of multiple influences--a blended mix of rock, soul, hip-hop, and bits of pieces of many musical genres.
Also performing:
-Stuck
-Storytellers | Blue Lamp Lounge | 06/01/12-
05/31/12 | Sacramento |
IKF Muay Thai Kickboxing World ChampionshipPresented by AK Promotions at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sacramento June 29, 2012 See some of the best live Muay Thai Kickboxing action on the planet! Witness Men and Women do battle in full contact, knockout action with feet and fists of fury! The show is complete with great lighting, adult drinks, music, and food. A must see event! | AK Promotions | 06/29/12 | Sacramento |
In Your Facebook: Improv Comedy ShowPresented by Sacramento Comedy Spot at Sacramento Comedy Spot January 28-December 29, 2012 In Your Facebook is a long form improv show inspired by an audience member’s Facebook profile. Each week one member of the audience will come on stage, login to their Facebook page and the cast will look through their pictures, wall posts, and friends for information to inspire improvised comedy scenes.
In Your Facebook features Sacramento Comedy Spot performers and invited guests. | Sacramento Comedy Spot | 01/28/12-
12/29/12 | Sacramento |
It's Not Me, It's You Comedy Night at Laughs Unlimited May 22, 2012 Headlliner Tony Dijamco. Featuring Kevin Young and hosted by Erikka Innes.
| | 05/22/12 | Sacramento |
Jazz Session with The Joe Mazzaferro Quintet at Naked Lounge - Downtown March 5-December 24, 2012 Joe Mazzaferro is a musician, educator, composer, and arranger based in Sacramento. He has performed with Christian McBride, Wycliffe Gordon, Bobby Watson, Jimmy Heath, Jim Snidero, the Capital Jazz Project, and the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra. He has also taught in the Manteca, Stockton, Elk Grove, and Dixon Unified School Districts as well as Sacramento State, the University of the Pacific, and San Joaquin-Delta College.
Also performing:
-Joe Berry 5 year... | | 03/05/12-
12/24/12 | Sacramento |
John WitherspoonPresented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre May 31-June 3, 2012 You probably remember John Witherspoon as Ice Cube's (Craig's) outrageously funny, dog-catching dad in New Line Cinema's smash urban trilogy Friday, Next Friday & Friday After Next, or as "Pops" on the long-running syndicated sitcom The Wayans Brothers, or as Spoon on NBC's The Tracy Morgan Show. One thing's for sure...once you've seen Witherspoon you completely understand why he has earned the reputation as one of America's funniest... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 05/31/12-
06/03/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Jon McLaughlinPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's May 26, 2012 Just four years ago, Jon McLaughlin’s Island Records debut propelled his song “Beautiful Disaster” up the charts, with “Beating My Heart” following quickly after. Hollywood immediately took notice of the young songwriter and didn’t stop at just using several of his songs for films and commercials. McLaughlin himself was offered a role in the hit film Enchanted, performing a song that was later nominated for an Academy Award.
But the affable... | Harlow's | 05/26/12 | Sacramento |
| Jonny Taylor Presents Comedy Kill | Sacramento Comedy Spot | 01/27/12-
12/28/12 | Sacramento |
K-VonPresented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre May 24-May 27, 2012 As the star of MTV’s hit show Disaster Date, K-Von’s humor has made an international impact. This hilarious hidden-camera show displays his many talents as each of his characters prove funnier and more outrageous than the last. Additionally, after a two-year standup comedy tour and an appearance on Showtime, K-Von is ready to unleash even more of his "Hip Pop Culture" brand of comedy both on-screen as well as in comedy clubs. Instead of going to Law School or... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 05/24/12-
05/27/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Karaoke with Sac City EntertainmentPresented by Old Ironsides at Old Ironsides January 17-December 18, 2012 Enjoy a night of fun filled karaoke with Sac City Entertainment. Don't forget to grab a drink before grabbing that mic! | Old Ironsides | 01/17/12-
12/18/12 | Sacramento |
Ladies NightPresented by Bulls Sacramento at Bulls Restaurant and Bar April 18, 2012-April 24, 2013 Calling all ladies...don't miss Wednesday nights at Bulls for Ladies night. $3 wines, $4 Grey Goose martinis, and $4 delicious veggie quesadillas and free bull rides. You ladies deserve a cocktail and some fun at Bulls! | Bulls Sacramento | 04/18/12-
04/24/13 | Sacramento |
Launch 2012Presented by Launch Events at Midtown July 23-July 28, 2012 Launch 2012 is a week-long immersive art, music, fashion, design, and architecture festival in Sacramento. There will be performances by Chromeo, DJ Shadow, !!!, Future Islands, Grouplove, Model Citizens NYC, Cute & Paste, and so much more over six-amazing days!
Launch is planned by a collaborative of Sacramento designers, musicians, artists, photographers, stylists, and other creative minds. Come see momentum in Sacramento! | Launch Events | 07/23/12-
07/28/12 | Sacramento |
Maronzio Vance Presented by Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre at Tommy T's Comedy and Dinner Theatre June 14-June 10, 2012 If you are looking for someone who knows the meaning of the word, "no" then keep looking, because if you ask anyone who knows him, Maronzio Vance refuses to acknowledge the word even exists.
Making people laugh for as long as he can remember, this witty, sarcastic, observation storytelling North Carolina-born comedian/actor (who also refuses to accept the fact that he comes from the South because his state starts with "North") once waited in a men's bathroom for... | Tommy T's Comedy & Dinner Theatre | 06/14/12-
06/10/12 | Rancho Cordova |
Memorial Day Weekend Beach BashPresented by K Street Venues at District 30 May 27, 2012 With 2011 grammy nominated DJ/Producer Andy Caldwell. Andy Caldwell’s intoxicating DJ sets have won over fans from Australia and Berlin to San Francisco and Las Vegas. Fueling dance-floors with an undeniable invigorating energy, Andy’s sets are not to be missed.
Bringing in 1 ton of sand from the beach to the club! $1000 in cash and prizes to the best beach attire! Props and decor transform District 30 into a beach party.
| K Street Venues | 05/27/12 | Sacramento |
Mid-Week Magnum PartyPresented by MiX Downtown at MiX Downtown May 9-May 30, 2012 Join us at Mix for our Mid-Week Magnum Party. We will be popping bottles of bubbly with the hottest crowd in Sacramento. We are offering exclusive champagne VIP magnum bottle specials to those in need of rocking their own section.
Resident DJs Gabe Xavier & Peeti V will be bringing the latest party jams.
| MiX Downtown | 05/09/12-
05/30/12 | Sacramento |
Midnight PlayersPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's June 23, 2012 Midnight Players is known for their rockin R&B, old school and funk jams that audiences love to party to. Established as a household name in the Sacramento music scene, the Midnight Players have been attracting audiences to every kind of event and celebration imaginable, from opening for heavy hitting acts like WAR, The S.O.S. Band, Midnight Star, Tierra, Brenton Wood, The Bar Kays, Dazz Band, Club Nouveau, Zapp, Heatwave, Rose Royce, Lakeside and many others. | Harlow's | 06/23/12 | Sacramento |
Mike E. WinfieldPresented by Punch Line Comedy Club at Punch Line Comedy Club May 23, 2012 Mike E. Winfield is the comedian that you see opening for all the big names, but you always forget his. Well, now you get to see him star in the show. On television, you've seen him on Showtime's Comics Without Borders, with Russell Peters, Comicview on B.E.T., and Comedy Central's Live at Gotham. He is also preparing for his upcoming appearance on the The Late Show with David Letterman.
He grew up in Baltimore and moved to Sacramento, marrying an older... | Punch Line Comedy Club | 05/23/12 | Sacramento |
Ming & PingPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge June 7, 2012 Ming & Ping are an electronic pop band from San Francisco, California. The group consists of Hong-Kong born identical twin brothers Ming and Ping (last names unknown) and their producer/creative director Bao Vo. The band was formed in 2002 in San Francisco, California and released their first full length album in 2004 entitled mingping.com with Chicago indie label Omega Point Records.
Also performing:
-Mike Diva
-NVR-NDR | Blue Lamp Lounge | 06/07/12 | Sacramento |
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