| 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 |
Coors Light Crawfish & Catfish Festival at Rio Ramaza Marina & Event Park September 8, 2012 Come and enjoy fabulous Louisiana cuisine and music along the Sacramento River. There will be crafts, kids activities, contests, music, and dance. Taste the savory crawfish, catfish, gumbo, jambalay, and much, much more. Also, there will be live music featuring cajun, zydeco, and blues on two stages. | | 09/08/12 | Sacramento |
Davis Beer Fest 2012June 2, 2012 Taste over 100 handcrafted beers from over 30 breweries at the Davis Beer Fest 2012. Other activities include touring the Sudwerk Brewery, beer brat sandwiches, live music, and more. | | 06/02/12 | Davis |
Fiesta en la Calle: Latino Concert Series at Cesar Chavez Park June 9-August 11, 2012 Enjoy 10 fun-filled free, family-friendly concerts to help cool off the thirst for music with some of the today’s best sounds representative of America’s Latino music culture. This year’s line-up includes artists in various genres including Latin alternative, rock, pop, reggaeton, reggae, ska, cumbia, salsa, merrengue, worldbeat, and a fusion of all of these combined. There will be plenty of fun, food, art, and lots of cold drinks.
Fiesta en La Calle is supportive of... | | 06/09/12-
08/11/12 | Sacramento |
2nd Annual African Cultural FestivalPresented by African Cultural Festival at William Land Park September 1-September 2, 2012 Save the date! This year’s African Cultural Festival is going to be bigger and better than ever, with a whole theme park devoted to diverse African cultural exhibitions, guests from all over the world, music, family fun, and of course, lots and lots of wonderful food.
The African Cultural Festival will not only serve as a medium for bringing all Africans together, from all its diasporas, as one voice, but will also focus on promoting and enhancing African businesses in tourism,... | African Cultural Festival | 09/01/12-
09/02/12 | Sacramento |
Father of the Year Awards DinnerPresented by American Diabetes Association (ADA) at Hyatt Regency Sacramento June 13, 2012 The Father of the Year Awards is presented by the Sacramento Father's Day Council, the local branch of a national organization that helps to identify and honor exemplary fathers. Honorees are selected based on their demonstrated ability to balance their personal lives and serve as a role model for their children, while making a positive difference in the Sacramento community.
The event includes a reception, auction, dinner, and program. All proceeds from the awards dinner benefit the... | American Diabetes Association (ADA) | 06/13/12 | Sacramento |
Soul of the City: Street Food in the CityPresented by American Institute of Architects (AIA) - Central Valley at AIA Central Valley Gallery June 27, 2012 This month's Soul of the City: Street Food in the City will be focusing on the impact of street food in Sacramento.
Facilitators of the discussion are Costa Apostolos of Sacto MoFo and writer for Living in Urban Sac and Catherine Enfield, a food truck advocate who’s written many articles on the subject and founding member of Sacto MoFo.
Soul of the City is an engaging dialogue series between the public and the design profession on issues of importance to the... | American Institute of Architects (AIA) - Central Valley | 06/27/12 | Sacramento |
Off the Wall: Mural Opening PartyPresented by Born Free USA June 9, 2012 Celebrate Sacramento's wild new landmark El Tigre.
At the event, you will be able to:
-Get a signed “El Tigre” print from Cabron, the mural artist
-Shop indie craft vendors and artisans including Char Crail, Iolaviola Designs, Marty May, Never Felt Better Vegan, Punch Rebel Jewelry, & others
-Groove to DJ Dom Som
-Sample Sacramento’s best vegan pizza from Hot Italian (while supplies last)
-Chow down as... | Born Free USA | 06/09/12 | Sacramento |
Country Line Dancing Lessons & Country DJPresented by Bulls Sacramento at Bulls Restaurant and Bar April 20, 2012-April 26, 2013 Don't miss every Friday night at Bulls: free country line dancing lessons and a country DJ. Grab your boots, hat, and head on down to Bulls for a bucking good time. Come show your talent by holding on for 8 secs on the only Mechanical Bull in Sacramento. | Bulls Sacramento | 04/20/12-
04/26/13 | 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 |
159th Annual California State FairPresented by California Exposition & State Fair at Cal Expo July 12-July 29, 2012 BIG FUN for Everyone: In addition to this year's new attractions, the State Fair will focus its traditional exhibits and competitions on recreation, sports, and tourism that make California an adventure capitol of the world. The 159th California State Fair theme is FUN that Moves You! It's all about BIG FUN, and this year’s entertainment, exhibits, and coming attractions are predicted to get you out of your chair and to the State Fair for an exciting summer... | California Exposition & State Fair | 07/12/12-
07/29/12 | Sacramento |
| Father's Day Blues and BBQ | Carvalho Family Winery | 06/17/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: A Midsummer Night's DreamPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill June 22, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 06/22/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: A Midsummer Night's DreamPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill July 8, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 07/08/12 | Clarksburg |
Memorial Day Weekend at Carvalho Family WineryPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill May 26-May 28, 2012 Come join on the Crush Pad for a weekend full of great wine, great food, and great music! Enjoy a bottle of wine, BBQ tri tip, and live music. Music will be performed by DeWald/Taylor Jazztet and Ray Iaea. | Carvalho Winery | 05/26/12-
05/28/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: A Midsummer Night's DreamPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill June 24, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 06/24/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: A Midsummer Night's DreamPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill July 6, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 07/06/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: No Hold's BardPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill July 27-July 29, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 07/27/12-
07/29/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: No Hold's BardPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill August 4-August 5, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 08/04/12-
08/05/12 | Clarksburg |
Shakespeare on the Vine: No Hold's BardPresented by Carvalho Winery at Old Sugar Mill August 11-August 12, 2012 A live theatre production on our newly finished Crush Pad! Catering by Jackson Catering. Wine available for purchase by Carvalho Family Winery. | Carvalho Winery | 08/11/12-
08/12/12 | Clarksburg |
Grapes on the GrillPresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill July 13, 2012 Grapes on the Grill is Carvalho Family Winery's Winemaker dinner with Crisp Catering. Six delicious courses each perfectly paired with a Carvalho Wine. Meet the winemaker & the chef! | Carvalho Winery | 07/13/12 | Clarksburg |
Bom VinhoPresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill August 18-August 19, 2012 Good wine, good food, and good friends! Come join as Carvalho Winery celebrates their Portuguese heritage with authentic Portuguese food and music, and of course, wine! | Carvalho Winery | 08/18/12-
08/19/12 | Clarksburg |
Labor Day Weekend at Carvalho Family WineryPresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill September 1-September 3, 2012 Come spend the day at our winery. Play winemaker for a day and bottle your own wine. Enjoy a glass of wine, BBQ tri tip, and live music on our Crush Pad. Music performed by DeWald/Taylor Jazztet and Ray Iaea. | Carvalho Winery | 09/01/12-
09/03/12 | Clarksburg |
Delta Art & Wine FairePresented by Carvalho Winery and Old Sugar Mill at Old Sugar Mill October 7, 2012 Enjoy a Sunday afternoon full of fun! View local art, meet the artists, taste wine, visit food vendors, bid on the silent auction, and enjoy live music.
This event is sponsored by the Delta Chambers & Visitor's Bureau. | Carvalho Winery | 10/07/12 | Clarksburg |
| 10th Annual Salute to Fatherhood Banquet | Center For Fathers & Families | 06/07/12 | Sacramento |
Certified Farmers' Market - SundaysPresented by Certified Farmers' Markets at Sacramento Outdoor Marketplace (8th Street) January 1-December 30, 2012 Certified Farmers' Markets are an effort to reestablish the traditional link between farmers and consumers in California. Certified Farmers' Markets are "the real thing"--places where genuine farmers offer only agricultural products they grow themselves for direct sale to the public. By eliminating the middleman's additional costs and multiple product handling, both the farmers and the consumers benefit.
This Certified Farmers' Market is open year-round, under the... | Certified Farmers' Markets | 01/01/12-
12/30/12 | Sacramento |
Certified Farmers' Market - SaturdaysPresented by Certified Farmers' Markets at Country Club Plaza January 7-December 29, 2012 Certified Farmers' Markets are an effort to reestablish the traditional link between farmers and consumers in California. Certified Farmers' Markets are "the real thing"--places where genuine farmers offer only agricultural products they grow themselves for direct sale to the public. By eliminating the middleman's additional costs and multiple product handling, both the farmers and the consumers benefit.
This Certified Farmers' Market is open year-round, in the... | Certified Farmers' Markets | 01/07/12-
12/29/12 | Sacramento |
Social Sip and Paint: Pattern FishPresented by Creative Juices Events at Zocalo June 10, 2012 Imagine a paintbrush in one hand and a cocktail in the other. Creative Juices Events offers a new twist on "painting the town red". This is a fun, social painting session in which you are guided through painting the featured artwork. Geared toward the art novice, so no experience is needed to create an amazing painting--all while you sip on a cocktail.
The events are held in restaurants and wineries throughout the Sacramento region. A unique activity for singles, date night... | Creative Juices Events | 06/10/12 | Sacramento |
Social Sip and Paint: Whimsical BouquetPresented by Creative Juices Events June 13, 2012 Imagine a paintbrush in one hand and a cocktail in the other! Creative Juices Events offers a new twist on "painting the town red"! This is a fun, social painting session in which you are guided through painting the featured artwork. Geared toward the art novice, so no experience needed to create an amazing painting--all while you sip on a cocktail.
The events are held in restaurants and wineries throughout the Sacramento region. A unique activity for singles, date night... | Creative Juices Events | 06/13/12 | Sacramento |
Social Sip and Paint: SailboatPresented by Creative Juices Events June 21, 2012 Imagine a paintbrush in one hand and a cocktail in the other! Creative Juices Events offers a new twist on "painting the town red"! This is a fun, social painting session in which you are guided through painting the featured artwork. Geared toward the art novice, so no experience needed to create an amazing painting--all while you sip on a cocktail.
The events are held in restaurants and wineries throughout the Sacramento region. A unique activity for singles, date night... | Creative Juices Events | 06/21/12 | Roseville |
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 |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Roosevelt Park May 1-September 25, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets 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 with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/01/12-
09/25/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Fremont Park May 1-September 25, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets 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 with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/01/12-
09/25/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Cesar Chavez Park May 2-October 31, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets 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 with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/02/12-
10/31/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Capitol Mall Greens May 3-September 27, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets 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 with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/03/12-
09/27/12 | Sacramento |
Downtown Certified Farmers' MarketPresented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at California State Capitol Park May 3-September 27, 2012 Downtown Certified Farmers' Markets 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 with Certified... | Downtown Sacramento Partnership | 05/03/12-
09/27/12 | Sacramento |
Harvey Milk DayPresented by Equality Action Now at Mulvaney's B & L May 22, 2012 Equality Action Now (EAN), a local Sacramento grassroots civil rights organization, is hosting their third annual Harvey Milk Day celebration. Harvey Milk was a leader in the gay rights movement who was elected to the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in 1977, making him the nation’s first openly gay man elected to public office in a major U.S. city. Milk, along with San Francisco Mayor George Moscone was assassinated by ousted Supervisor Dan White, November 27, 1978.
During a... | Equality Action Now | 05/22/12 | Sacramento |
A Midsummer Night's Dream & Crystal Ice Cream FantasyPresented by Fairytale Town at Fairytale Town June 9, 2012 Fairytale Town's popular fairy-themed fundraiser and ice cream social features nonstop entertainment for the whole family, including costumed performers, fanciful arts & crafts activities, an old-time marketplace, food, and all the Crystal Ice Cream one can eat.
Celtic-rock band Tempest will perform throughout the evening. Since forming in 1988, the band has won rave reviews for their musical hybrid of high-energy folk rock with Irish reels, Scottish ballads, Norwegian influences,... | Fairytale Town | 06/09/12 | Sacramento |
2012 Firefighters Burn Institute Gala: A Tropical AffairPresented by Firefighters Burn Institute at Shriner's Hospital For Children - Northern California June 9, 2012 This will be an evening of music and fantastic food. The event will include popular local band, Wonder Bread 5, Hawaiian hula dancers, Courtney Dempsey of Good Day Sacramento as MC, and a variety of foods and beverages provided by generous local business sponsors from the Sacramento area.
Ticket price includes cuisine from the area's best local restaurants, free non-alcoholic beverages, and commemorative glass filled with one complimentary alcoholic beverage. | Firefighters Burn Institute | 06/09/12 | Sacramento |
Sip & Snack at the MACPresented by Galt Area Historical Society July 28, 2012 Galt Area Historical Society presents its annual premier wine tasting and food sampling at the historic McFarland Living History Ranch. There will be award winning wineries and scrumptious food samples from area restaurants, specialty vinegar tasting, live entertainment and dancing, an art display and art sales, tours of the historic McFarland home, crafts, and hayrides. | Galt Area Historical Society | 07/28/12 | Galt |
Girl Scouts 100th Anniversary Gala CelebrationPresented by Girl Scouts Heart of Central California at California Museum June 22, 2012 Join local council Girl Scouts Heart of Central California in honoring Girl Scouts' century-long commitment to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Gala will be emceed by Channel 31’s Tina Macuha and feature seasonal appetizers and desserts from Mulvaney’s B&L paired with local wine and beer. Plus: guest speakers Linda Farley and Randy Roberts of the Crocker Art Museum, a fashion show of Girl Scout styles over the decades... | Girl Scouts Heart of Central California | 06/22/12 | Sacramento |
Painting For Paws: 8th Annual Art Show & Silent AuctionPresented by Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary at Dante Club September 1, 2012 Join Happy Tails for their biggest fundraiser of the year! The Painting For Paws: 8th Annual Art Show & Silent Auction features the creative artwork of Happy Tails' talented four-legged residents. Enjoy food, wine, silent auction, and music. | Happy Tails Pet Sanctuary | 09/01/12 | Sacramento |
Hot Lunch Concert SeriesPresented by HOT ITALIAN and Jerry Perry at Fremont Park May 31-August 30, 2012 Friends of Fremont Park in Midtown have teamed up with Hot Italian again to present the Hot Lunch Concert Series, every Thursday for fourteen weeks. The free music is booked by promoter Jerry Perry and features professional, local talent and--new this year--local mobile food vendors including Wicked Wich and Mama Kim's.
Call ahead at the number below and order any pizza or grab a Hot Lunch for $10 (a panini or insalata + a drink, tax included).
Area office workers, parents with... | HOT ITALIAN | 05/31/12-
08/30/12 | Sacramento |
Live Music Wednesdays at the HyattPresented by Hyatt Regency Sacramento at Hyatt Regency Sacramento May 16-July 4, 2012 Join at the Hyatt every Wednesday for Capitol Hour Mixer, featuring live music from local artists Ryan Hernandez and Quinn Hedges. Remember, don't miss our Happy Hour from 4pm-6pm with drink specials and half priced appetizers! | Hyatt Regency Sacramento | 05/16/12-
07/04/12 | Sacramento |
KVIE's 31st Annual Art AuctionPresented by KVIE Public Television at KVIE Studios September 24-September 30, 2012 Join KVIE for the 31st Annual Art Auction and Preview Gala. Kicking off the week is our black-tie optional party, featuring over 10 wineries, over 15 local restaurants, more than 250 pieces of art and the artists--all in celebration of Northern California art. The Gala is followed by a three-day televised auction on KVIE.
This is a don't-miss event, now in our 31st year. All proceeds support the mission of KVIE Public Television. | KVIE Public Television | 09/24/12-
09/30/12 | Sacramento |
6th Annual Tejano Conjunto FestivalPresented by Land Arrows Cultural Association September 2, 2012 Now in its sixth year, The Tejano Conjunto Music Festival has quickly become one of the largest Tex-Mex music festivals in the nation. It is held annually at the Cesar Chavez Plaza in Sacramento. The festival hosts four music events in one weekend as well as dancers, a "Selena" singing contest in honor of the late "Queen of Tejano music". Vendors serve traditional Tex-Mex food such as fajitas, flour tortillas and a traditional Texas Barbecue. A children's area, called... | Land Arrows Cultural Association | 09/02/12 | Sacramento |
Origins of Sacramento Food Tour Presented by Local Roots Food Tours at Cafe Bernardo - Midtown March 21-July 1, 2012 Come taste Sacramento's amazing authentic foods hailing from far flung lands such as Spain, Czechoslovachia, Turkey, Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula, and Italy. The Origins of Sacramento Food Tour finds us meandering through two very historical but popular neighborhoods: Midtown's Sutter District and East Sacramento's Fabulous Forties. Stroll under tree lined streets while you explore hidden gem eateries. Meet the talented and passionate chefs while sampling their creations.Local Roots Food... | Local Roots Food Tours | 03/21/12-
07/01/12 | Sacramento |
Market-to-Plate Executive Chefs Tour Presented by Local Roots Food Tours at Sheraton Grand Hotel - Sacramento May 2-July 26, 2012 Come join Local Roots Food Tours as they get up close and personal with local farmers, vintners, and executive chefs in the new Market-To-Plate Executive Chef’s Tour! This tour takes you through a popular downtown Sacramento farmer’s market, Cesar Plaza Farmer’s Market, or East End Capitol Park Farmer’s Market and then into a four course, four star dining experience prepared by two local executive chefs. The tour continues with a 4 course exclusive lunch prepared... | Local Roots Food Tours | 05/02/12-
07/26/12 | Sacramento |
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