| 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 |
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 |
The Real McKenzies at Ace of Spades May 24, 2012 The Real McKenzies hail from Vancouver, Canada, and don kilts and bagpipes to celebrate their Scottish heritage. Born in 1992, they were the brainchild of singer Paul McKenzie, who claims, while at a party, he heard Robert Burns playing in one room and the Sex Pistols in another. This epiphany led to the celtic cocktail they serve up by mixing rock, punk, and folk with a splash of whiskey and the odd Scottish traditional as a garnish. They have just released their eighth album, Shine... | | 05/24/12 | 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 |
Mishka & Anuhea at Ace of Spades May 27, 2012 Mishka had a unique childhood and extraordinary upbringing. Born to a Bermudian father and Nova Scotian mother, he grew up on his family’s boat, sailing from island to island in the Caribbean. A child of the islands, it was almost inevitable that he’d be drawn to reggae, Rastafari, and the natural mystic that inhabits his music and his soul.
With a delicate balance of fragility, strength, and sass, Hawaiian born singer/songwriter Anuhea... | | 05/27/12 | 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 |
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.
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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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
The Colony: Improv ComedyPresented by Blacktop Comedy at Blacktop Comedy January 7-December 29, 2012 The Colony is about discovering hilarious, unforgettable improv. As a team of improv veterans and friends, The Colony is fast, edgy, and audience interactive. They’re about to build something…with your suggestions. The team takes the stage every week to ask you some questions. Your answers--and your ideas--fuel the performance. Amusing characters. Peculiar situations. Incredibly funny. It’s improv that makes you glad you walked out of your house, got in your car,... | Blacktop Comedy | 01/07/12-
12/29/12 | Roseville |
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 |
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 |
The Dum Dum GirlsPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 23, 2012 Dum Dum Girls are a noise pop/dream pop band originally from California that formed in 2009. The name comes from The Vaselines' album Dum Dum and the Iggy Pop song "Dum Dum Boys." It is the project of singer and songwriter Dee Dee, currently based in New York City, with the rest of the band in Los Angeles.
Also performing:
-Young Prisms
-SISU | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/23/12 | Sacramento |
Musical CharisPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 24, 2012 Retro-inspired folk rock darlings of Sacramento, CA attribute their signature male/female vocal stylings to a modern Fleetwood Mac, with a family-style vibe comparable to the eclectic culture of the Grateful Dead. Their live show is like slamming poprox and soda while cuddling up with a Dr. Suess book as audience members are encouraged to participate with drums, tambourines, and sing-a-longs. With three albums and several national tours under their belt, Musical Charis is a tall drink of... | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/24/12 | 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 |
The White BaronsPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 27, 2012 The White Barons consists of members Eva von Slut (vocals), Baron Johnny One Eye Guitar (vocals), Barron Nate von Wahnsinn (bass, vocals), Baron Adam von Keys (drums), and Baron Jason von Soul (vocals).
Also performing:
-The Hookers
-El Camaro | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/27/12 | Sacramento |
The Avery WolvesPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge May 31, 2012 The Avery Wolves are a three-piece psychobilly band from Fairbanks, Alaska. Their love for booze, cars, the undead, and music brought them together to form the first and only psychobilly band from Alaska.
Also performing:
-The Jetsinns
-The Loveless | Blue Lamp Lounge | 05/31/12 | 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 |
| C Plus | Blue Lamp Lounge | 06/08/12 | Sacramento |
The SessionPresented by Blue Lamp Lounge at Blue Lamp Lounge June 14, 2012 Blue Lamp Lounge presents The Session which features local hip hop and rock acts from the Sacramento area. | Blue Lamp Lounge | 06/14/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
Tuesdays 99 Cent Beer NightPresented by Bulls Sacramento at Bulls Restaurant and Bar April 17, 2012-April 30, 2013 That's right, every Tuesday enjoy .99 cent beers--all you can drink--with any delicious and juicy burger purchase at Bulls Restaurant. You'll be sure to stay throughout the night with the bull riding entertainment, whether you give the beast a ride yourself or enjoy the daring guys and gals give it a whirl. Beer and burgers only at Bulls downtown. | Bulls Sacramento | 04/17/12-
04/30/13 | 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 |
The Importance of Being EarnestPresented by Chautauqua Playhouse at Chautauqua Playhouse May 4-June 10, 2012 Absolutely one of the funniest comedies in the English language. Wicked wit and dead-on social satire wrapped in a Victorian confection of dual identities, matters matrimonial, and the provenance of a particularly pertinent handbag. Wilde's exquisitely delicious dialogue and hilarious turns of phrase are an irresistible delivery system for his subversive look at society. | Chautauqua Playhouse | 05/04/12-
06/10/12 | Carmichael |
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 |
Unbagged ComedyPresented by ComedySportz at ComedySportz February 4-December 1, 2012 Your favorite ComedySportz games without fouls or limits. This is team based, high energy comedy with an edge. If an "Actlete" steps beyond the boundaries of good taste, the ref calls the Brown Bag foul (a brown paper sack is placed over the offending player’s head). But if you think clean means boring, you owe it to yourself to check us out. | ComedySportz | 02/04/12-
12/01/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
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 |
Walking Tour: Old Sacramento Speakeasy TourPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at River City Saloon January 21-December 15, 2012 DSP tour guide and history buff, Shawn Peter, takes you on a guided tour through Old Sacramento’s underground watering holes. The tour begins at the River City Saloon, an Old Town bar decorated in prohibition-era style. Your group will head to several other speakeasy spots including the famed Delta King Riverboat, which at the time served as a floating hotspot for illegal drinking, jazz bands,... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 01/21/12-
12/15/12 | Sacramento |
Walking Tour: Rock & Roll History Tour and Pub CrawlPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Torch Club May 3-July 26, 2012 Sacramento has a reputation as a strong local music scene, but plenty of national acts have made music history in our Downtown as well. Dig deep into Sactown’s rich music history, and learn about some of our most fun, fascinating, and mischievous stories on our Rock & Roll History Tour through Downtown Sacramento.
On the tour, learn about Sacramento’s contributions to the contemporary popular music scene. Shawn Peter, your tour guide, will take you from the Torch Club... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/03/12-
07/26/12 | Sacramento |
The Great American Trailer Park MusicalPresented by Fair Oaks Theatre Festival at Fair Oaks Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre August 10-September 9, 2012 Back by popular demand! The politically incorrect, irreverent, rowdy audience favorite, The Great American Trailer Park Musical. South Park meets Desperate Housewives in this big-hearted new musical with a cheeky script and infectious music. There's a new tenant at the Armadillo Acres and she's wrecking havoc all over Florida's most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth... | Fair Oaks Theatre Festival | 08/10/12-
09/09/12 | Fair Oaks |
| Bob Woods Blues Happy Hour | GUERRILLAPROMO! | 04/03/12-
07/03/12 | 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 |
Muriel AndersonPresented by Harlow's at Harlow's June 24, 2012 Muriel Anderson is considered among the world's top acoustic nylon-string guitarists/harp-guitarists. She is the first woman to have won the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship and is host of the renowned Muriel Anderson's All Star Guitar Night. An engaging performer, Muriel's obvious joy of music and facility across musical genres is revered by guitarists and audiences worldwide. She is also the founder of the Music for Life Alliance charity. | Harlow's | 06/24/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Rock On Live Band KaraokePresented by Marilyn's on K at Marilyn's on K January 5-December 27, 2012 Rock On Live Band Karaoke puts YOU in the spotlight as the vocalist in a live rock band. Choose from an ever-growing song list of popular rock, pop, and country songs. The lyrics are presented on a video monitor and the band is ready to help with background vocals. This is WAY more fun than regular Karaoke...this is Rock On Live Band Karaoke. Rock On LBK brings you over 100 years of collective live performance experience in such well-known groups as Honeyspot, Tattooed Love Dogs,... | Marilyn's on K | 01/05/12-
12/27/12 | Sacramento |
Sunday CircusPresented by MiX Downtown at MiX Downtown December 11, 2011-November 25, 2012 Each and every Sunday M!X Downtown parties like no other. Enjoy amazing drink specials: $3 you-call-it cocktails (up to a $10 value), $4 vodka-redbulls, and $4 jack & cokes all night! $125 Kettle One Bottles available for VIP booths. Hip hop & dance remixes by DJ Gabe Xavier. Casual dress code. Flash your business card at the door for free entry! | MiX Downtown | 12/11/11-
11/25/12 | 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 |
Wonderland Saturdays with DJ Mike MossPresented by MiX Downtown at MiX Downtown May 12-May 26, 2012 Sac's favorite rooftop nightclub and lounge, Mix Downtown presents Wonderland Saturdays. DJ Mike Moss spins to a full house as Mix welcomes a sophisticated crowd to drink, dance, and party. Music from all decades. Club hits, party jams, and classics provide the soundtrack to an amazing night.
Have a large group or party? Go VIP and have your own space, cocktailer, and host. Dress: Upscale/Fashionable. | MiX Downtown | 05/12/12-
05/26/12 | 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 |
Mix Friday with DJ Elliott EstesPresented by MiX Downtown at MiX Downtown May 11-August 31, 2012 Join Mix Downtown each and every Friday for classics, Top 40, and dance remixes by DJ Elliott Estes. Escape the day by dancing the night away on Sacramento's best rooftop patio. Enjoy the lush interior and delicious cocktails with the hottest dirty thirty crowd in Sac!
VIP Bottle Service sections are available for birthdays, girls night out, bachelorette/bachelor party & good times. | MiX Downtown | 05/11/12-
08/31/12 | Sacramento |
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 |
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