| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Sacramento Rhythm and Blues FestivalPresented by Sacramento NAACP at Cal Expo September 4, 2010 The Greater Sacramento Branch of the NAACP is proud to announce the Rhythm & Blues Festival. The Sacramento Rhythm and Blues Festival will continue its annual tradition of presenting the most uplifting and astounding jazz, blues, and gospel artists. The festival is full of marketplace and educational vendors, entertainment, and enjoyment for the entire family. The Sacramento-based “Home Grown” show will provide the festival with Sacramento’s finest local talent and much... | Sacramento NAACP | 09/04/10 | Sacramento |
Junk 2 Genius Team Sculpture CompetitionPresented by Davis Art Center at Davis Art Center September 10, 2010 For Junk 2 Genius, up to 15 teams of artisan gladiators compete for the coveted “Trophy du Trash” in a two-hour timed “sculpt-off” using recycled materials. All sculptures created at the event will be on display in the Davis Art Center Tsao Gallery, Sept 12-23. Other festivities include art projects for kids using a variety of cast-off materials, food, beer, wine and music.
Team sponsorship levels start at $150. Current sponsors include BTV Development, Davis... | Davis Art Center | 09/10/10 | Davis |
The Alley Arts Festival at U20 Artist Studio Club May 8-September 11, 2010 Bridge To Art & Doolittle Properties present: The Alley Arts Festival. The season runs from May-September every year, the 2nd Saturday of every month and will feature all art forms including: fine art, live music, film projection, performance, and installation art exhibitions.
All artists are welcome to apply to participate. Call the number listed below for details.
May 8th will feature... | | 05/08/10-
09/11/10 | Sacramento |
Curtis FestPresented by Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Assn at William Curtis Park September 11, 2010 The 4th Annual Curtis Fest will present diverse local artists, musicians, and cuisine, along with activities for children and adults. The free daytime event will again be nestled under the lofty heritage oaks and elm trees in the middle of the historic residential Curtis Park neighborhood in Sacramento. Join your friends and neighbors and celebrate art in all its forms.
The festival is presented by the Sierra-Curtis Neighborhood Association. | Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Assn | 09/11/10 | Sacramento |
California Brewers FestivalPresented by Point West Rotary Club at Discovery Park September 11, 2010 In 2010 the California Brewers Festival will celebrate its 16th year. Each year attendance has grown, as has the number of brewers and beers offered. This year it is anticipated that you'll be able to taste over 150 microbrews handcrafted by more than 60 brewers from all over the country, as well as some foreign participants. In addition to this wide variety of microbrews, delicious food from numerous food vendors will be available for you to purchase. A great variety of excellent... | Point West Rotary Club | 09/11/10 | Sacramento |
You're a Good Man, Charlie BrownPresented by Fair Oaks Theatre Festival at Fair Oaks Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre August 13-September 12, 2010 Based on the comic strip, Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz, this fun, lighthearted, and fast-paced musical comedy celebrates a day in the life of Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, Sally, and Snoopy.
The musical numbers run the gamut from the whimsical to the hilarious and include "My Blanket and Me," "The Kite," "The Baseball Game," "Suppertime," and "Happiness." Bring the entire family to the theatre under the... | Fair Oaks Theatre Festival | 08/13/10-
09/12/10 | Fair Oaks |
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: Barnum's Funundrum!Presented by Feld Entertainment at Arco Arena September 9-September 12, 2010 Ladies and gentleman...children of all ages...the Greatest Show On Earth just got greater. This monumental, once in a lifetime event celebrates 200 years of P.T. Barnum, featuring 130 performers from six continents, almost 100,000 pounds of performing pachyderms, cowboys, pirates, and mermaids, it's a super-sized spectacle so massive you just can't miss it--a celebration so big, it's been 200 years in the making, and worth every second!
An hour before show time, audiences can join... | Feld Entertainment | 09/09/10-
09/12/10 | Sacramento |
Old Sugar Mill - Crush Festival 2010Presented by The Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill September 11-September 12, 2010 The Old Sugar Mill is proud to present Crush Festival 2010. This is the “Best Experience in Winemaking” in the Sacramento Region. All six wineries will showcase what it means to be a winemaker in beautiful Clarksburg. You’ll be able to stomp grapes, bottle your own wine, and barrel taste future wines. Bring your friends and compete in the grape stomping, and other wine competitions and win great prizes. Then enjoy the delta breeze with a bottle of wine on the... | The Old Sugar Mill | 09/11/10-
09/12/10 | Clarksburg |
5th Annual Fair Oaks Chicken FestivalPresented by Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District September 18, 2010 Help feed those in need! Please bring non-perishable food items to this year's event and help Sacramento Food Bank & Family services provide assistance to families and individuals in need. Collection containers will be located at all entrances and attraction area at the event.
"Old Time Country Breakfast" from 8am-11am (Clubhouse Auditorium). Presented by the Fair Oaks/Orangevale Grange. An old fashioned farm breakfast featuring Ham, scrambled eggs, hot cakes, and... | Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District | 09/18/10 | |
American River Music FestivalPresented by American River Music September 17-September 19, 2010 The 4th Annual American River Music Festival features 32 Americana, Folk, and Acoustic Blues performances and workshops over three days in 11 locations throughout the friendly river community of Coloma in Northern California. Folks can enjoy river front camping, a guided river hike, a whitewater river trip, a wine tour, live art, an art market, great kid's activities, jams, open mic and much more. This year's lineup includes:
-Jesse Winchester
-Karla Bonoff
-Slaid... | American River Music | 09/17/10-
09/19/10 | |
Capitol Concours d' ElegancePresented by Shriners Hospitals Concours d'Elegance at Capitol Mall Greens September 19, 2010 The 17th Annual Capitol Concours d'Elegance will be held in its new home on the greens of Capitol Mall. All proceeds will benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children®- Northern California. This spectacular classic car event will showcase more than 100 exceptional examples of American and European vintage and exotic cars and feature the cars of Italy and France as well as Ford Thunderbird.
"We are excited to present our Concours at the new Capitol Mall venue and plan to grow the... | Shriners Hospitals Concours d'Elegance | 09/19/10 | Sacramento |
Family Fair & Car ShowPresented by St. Ignatius Parish School at Saint Ignatius Loyola Parish September 25, 2010 Join us for a day of fun for kids of all ages. Nonstop music and live entertainment, carnival games, face painting, hair and makeup beauty station, and other kids’ activities. Three huge inflatables: the Double Lane Slip 'n’ Slide, the Endzone Obstacle Course, and the Equalizer Sports Challenge. Car show extravaganza—classic, hot rod, and custom models, judging and awards. Texas Hold'em tournament, beer garden, pasta dinner, good eats and sweet treats.
For car... | St. Ignatius Parish School | 09/25/10 | Sacramento |
12th Annual Harvest FestivalPresented by Golden Valley Charter School at Golden Valley Charter School September 25, 2010 The Harvest Festival celebrates the bounty of autumn. Join us for an inspiring mix of children's handcrafts, fun activities, face painting, storytelling, curriculum displays, puppet shows, nourishing food, live music and entertainment, unique marketplace treasures, and a raffle/silent auction. This event is open to the general public and all are welcome so bring the whole family! | Golden Valley Charter School | 09/25/10 | Orangevale |
Seafarer's Marketplace & Pirate FestivalPresented by Rio Ramaza Marina RV & Event Park at Rio Ramaza Marina September 25-September 26, 2010 Ahoy Me Hearties! Shop for unusual treasures from around the globe while sampling savory & unique foods and beverages. Visit with seafareres from every era: Popeye & Olive Oil, Sinbad the Sailor, Gypsies, Vikings, Belly Dancers and Pirates! Live canon battles, Real Swordfighting, Treasure Hunts, Captain Jack Sparrow contests and live music. Lots of shade, misting system to cool you down, and an outdoor dance floor. Bring lawn chairs and your entire family.
No outside foods or... | Rio Ramaza Marina RV & Event Park | 09/25/10-
09/26/10 | Sacramento |
Latin Music and Arts FestivalPresented by Teatro Nagual at Cesar Chavez Park October 2, 2010 Latin music & arts festivals have a long-standing and profitable history in CA. Performers Carlos Santana, Linda Ronstadt, Los Lobos, Little Joe y la Familia, Mariachi Los Camperos, Joan Baez and many others contribute to the success of these fiestas, like the San Jose Mariachi and Latin Music Festival. With decades of continuous popularity, their signature cultural blends and the innovative musical styles of these performers give them a universal appeal. Our celebration will feature... | Teatro Nagual | 10/02/10 | Sacramento |
2010 Norcal Noisefest (XIV)Presented by Norcal Noisefest Org. at Luna's Cafe & Juice Bar October 1-October 2, 2010 A true Sacramento original .. the NORCAL NOISEFEST, founded in 1995 will embark this year on its 14th event featuring experimental sound artists from all over the world, country, and the state of California. This year's event will feature 40 performers in 2 locations. (LUNA'S CAFE & SOL COLLECTIVE, Sacramento,CA) This event is open to all ages and ear plugs are available. This event has a world wide reputation as being THE event of... | Norcal Noisefest Org. | 10/01/10-
10/02/10 | Sacramento |
Modern Italian Film FestivalPresented by HOT ITALIAN at Fremont Park October 1-October 2, 2010 The inaugural Modern Italian Film Festival will show free screenings of modern Italian film under the stars at Fremont Park. | HOT ITALIAN | 10/01/10-
10/02/10 | Sacramento |
Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival at Old Sacramento October 3, 2010 The Sacramento World Music & Dance Festival will celebrate the music, dance, cuisine, and crafts of the diversity of the Sacramento region. Designated as America's most diverse and integrated big city by TIME Magazine, Sacramento is the example of how acknowledging others cultures has created citizens who appreciate the unknown and embrace cultural differences.
Sacramento's diverse population has made it a city of many cultural festivals and events. Capture the experience of this... | | 10/03/10 | Sacramento |
13th Annual Sacramento Arts Festival at Sacramento Convention Center October 1-October 3, 2010 The festival features 225 of America's best contemporary craftspeople and fine artists offering more than 15,000 original works. The event has become not only the premier art and craft show in Sacramento, but is also developing into one of the top art festivals in the country; many of the artists who exhibit at such renowned events as the Sausalito Art Festival, the Cherry Creek Arts Festival in Denver, and the Ann Arbor Art Fairs, now also exhibit at the Sacramento American Arts... | | 10/01/10-
10/03/10 | Sacramento |
Big Crush Harvest FestivalPresented by Amador Vintners Association at Sierra Foothills/Amador County October 2-October 3, 2010 Wine lovers have a “Big Crush” on Amador County. Wine lovers enamored with the rich, robust wines of Amador County in California’s picturesque Sierra Foothills can soon savor them to their heart’s content. 32 member wineries of the Amador Vintners will host “The Big Crush,” the vintners’ annual Harvest Wine Festival.
For two days during the heart of the grape harvest season, Amador afficionados can enjoy great wine, food, music and... | Amador Vintners Association | 10/02/10-
10/03/10 | Plymouth |
Princess Promenade Fitness FestivalPresented by Noble Pursuit, Inc at Discovery Park October 3, 2010 Welcome to the annual girls fitness getaway! This fun and inspiring event gives women and girls a lovely recreational ride along the beautiful American River Parkway bike trail with no cars, great food, wonderful entertainment, a challenging time trial, and a costume theme too! The Princess Promenade offers bike trail ride distances of 5k, 15 mile, 26 mile, 55 mile, and a Metric Century (64 miles) and the new Tiara Rock & Run 5k. | Noble Pursuit, Inc | 10/03/10 | Sacramento |
2nd Saturday- Midtown Art Walk
Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): at Midtown October 10, 2009-October 9, 2010 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): On the second 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 ARTWALK... | | 10/10/09-
10/09/10 | Sacramento |
Park Your ArtPresented by McMartin Reality March 13-October 9, 2010 Join us every 2nd Saturday--March through October--for PARK YOUR ART at McMartin Realty. Enjoy free live music and art at our monthly indoor/outdoor show. | McMartin Reality | 03/13/10-
10/09/10 | |
| 18th Annual Sacramento International Gay & Lesbian Film Festival | Sacramento International Gay and Lesbian Film Fest | 10/07/10-
10/10/10 | Sacramento |
Safetyville USA's 19th Annual Halloween HauntPresented by Safetyville USA at Safety Center (Safetyville USA) October 23, 2010 Halloween Haunt, an annual family event, was created to offer a safe way to celebrate Halloween as well as raise funds for the children’s safety education program at Safetyville USA. Families enjoy food, fifty cent games, live music, entertainment, a costume parade, straw bale maze, face painters, and much more. | Safetyville USA | 10/23/10 | Sacramento |
Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Roosevelt Park May 4-October 26, 2010 Downtown Farmers Market’s will be open to offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses.The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/04/10-
10/26/10 | Sacramento |
Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Cesar Chavez Park May 5-October 27, 2010 Downtown Farmers Market’s will be open to offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses.The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/05/10-
10/27/10 | Sacramento |
Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Westfield Downtown Plaza May 6-October 28, 2010 Downtown Farmers Market’s will be open to offer shoppers the finest fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers, herbs, and cheeses.The markets offer patrons a chance to come face to face with their food source. The Farmers’ Markets are a wonderful break from the ordinary grocery store. They offer the freshest California grown seasonal favorites from asparagus in the spring to apples in the fall.
This event is produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership in cooperation... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/06/10-
10/28/10 | Sacramento |
Harvest FestivalPresented by The Treehouse Inc. at Safety Center (Safetyville USA) October 30, 2010 The Treehouse Inc. will host its 2nd annual Harvest Festival for young children and for children with special needs. Trick-or-treating, face painting, crafts, activities, entertainment, food, and fun! No scary costumes please. | The Treehouse Inc. | 10/30/10 | Sacramento |
Madness and Music FestivalPresented by UC Davis Department of Music at UC Davis Mondavi Center October 27-October 30, 2010 The composition faculty here at UC Davis has been working very hard to plan the Madness and Music Festival this fall. This Festival will explore the link between musical composition and the composer, drawing on contemporary works to reflect current views regarding madness, exploring how music operates as a haven, a refuge, an escape, a statement of joy, or a means for survival. It also celebrates the 200th birthday of Robert Schumann, one of many composers who battled "madness."... | UC Davis Department of Music | 10/27/10-
10/30/10 | Davis |
The Word II at Guild Theater November 5, 2010 The Word II is Sacramento's largest poetry festival and features the best of the best poets in Northern California. Locked in to perform so far are: The Bay Area All Stars (3 of the nations best poets) Chas, D'Dra and NerCity, poet laureate Bob Stanley, four-time Best Spoken Word Artist award-winner Terry Moore and many more! | | 11/05/10 | Sacramento |
Blues FestivalPresented by City of Davis Veterans Memorial Theatre (Community Services Dept.) November 14, 2010 We’ve got the blues! Come out enjoy local blues artist’s including the Blue Blazes, Riff Nimble & the Neighbors, Bill Scholer Blues Band and the Hucklebucks. | City of Davis Veterans Memorial Theatre (Community Services Dept.) | 11/14/10 | |
24th Annual West Coast Ragtime Festival at Red Lion Hotel November 19-November 21, 2010 Experience the world's premiere annual ragtime festival in Sacramento, California, the ragtime capital of the world! There's lots and lots of great music from the finest musicians and groups available spread over three days in convenient multiple venues, including dancing, at a very reasonable price. It's well managed and financially sound. No other festival offers such a terrific program!
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11/21/10 | Sacramento |
Sacramento Harvest FestivalPresented by Sacramento Harvest Festival at Cal Expo November 19-November 21, 2010 Get a jump on your holiday shopping as the Sacramento Harvest Festival returns to Sacramento! The Harvest Festivals are the largest indoor arts and crafts shows on the West Coast, boasting over 24,000 American handmade items. Guests can peruse jewelry, original art, clothing, toys, pottery, specialty foods, home decor and more.
Additionally, the show has partnered with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Sacramento as its official charity. The BBBS will receive half the... | Sacramento Harvest Festival | 11/19/10-
11/21/10 | Sacramento |
Indian Museum Arts & Crafts Holiday FairPresented by California State Indian Museum at California State Indian Museum November 26-November 27, 2010 Native artisans from all over California offer their wares for sale each year on the two days following Thanksgiving. Enjoy browsing through jewelry, basketry, pottery, hand-painted gourds, ornaments and much more, as you select those just-right gifts for the holidays. Regular museum admission fees apply. | California State Indian Museum | 11/26/10-
11/27/10 | Sacramento |
| SACCON | | 12/12/10 | Sacramento |
Traditional Jazz Youth Band Festival Presented by Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society at California State University, Sacramento February 12, 2011 Adjudicated band performances, clinics, jazz workshop, and evening concert featuring guest trumpeter/ vocalist Bria Skonberg, clarinetist Bob Draga, banjo/vocalist Eddie Erickson, trombonist Bill Dendle, pianist Jason Wanner, and more in Capistrano Hall on the Sacramento State University campus.
Combo Registration: open to middle school, high school, college & jazz club or instructor-sponsored jazz ensembles of 9 or less. $100 by Dec 15, then $120 as space permits. | Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society | 02/12/11 | Sacramento |
9th Annual Celebrity Chef ChallengePresented by InAlliance at California Automobile Museum (formerly Towe) April 29, 2011 Sacramento's Premier Culinary Competition! The Celebrity Chef Challenge features six professional chefs in a timed competition with surprise ingredients and a live audience. Competitors have 45 minutes to turn five secret ingredients into three power packed dishes! Guests will enjoy the competition, food demonstrations and ample food, beer and wine samples from 100 regional vendors! The Celebrity Chef Challenge is the annual benefit for InAlliance, a nonprofit organization that provides work... | InAlliance | 04/29/11 | Sacramento |
Relay for LifePresented by American Cancer Society November 17, 2008 - Ongoing Relay For Life is a life-changing event that brings together more than 3.5 million people to:
• Celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. The strength of survivors inspires others to continue to fight.
• Remember loved ones lost to the disease. At Relay, people who have walked alongside people battling cancer can grieve and find healing.
• Fight Back. We Relay because we have been touched by cancer and desperately want to put an end to the... | American Cancer Society | 11/17/08-
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