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Downtown Sacramento Partnership

The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP) is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to the improvement of Sacramento's central business district. The DSP oversees maintenance, safety and revitalization programs financed by the Downtown Sacramento Management District, a property assessment district established in 1995 and renewed in 2000.

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  Downtown Sacramento Partnership
  
  980 9th Street, Suite 400
  Sacramento, CA 95814
  
  Phone: (916) 442-8575
  
  Official Website

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Upcoming Events

Current Events

06/12/10- 10/10/10	Only Time: Reflecting the Female Perspective Only Time: Reflecting the Female Perspective Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission June 12-October 10, 2010 Contemporary artists Amber Dias (9th St.), Sally Worthing (8th St.) and Kelli Trapani (J St.) will display their latest works as part of a temporary exhibit, Only Time: Reflecting the female perspective. The exhibit will be on display in vacant storefronts at the 800 J Lofts along 8th, 9th and J streets. All art will be visible from the sidewalk and no extra lighting will be available, so daylight hours are the best time to view. "Art is an important part of any city and...
05/07/10- 08/13/10	Friday Night Concerts in the Park Cesar Chavez Park Friday Night Concerts in the Park Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park May 7-August 13, 2010 Every Friday Night enjoy the Concerts in the Park. This event is the largest and longest running event of its kind. The Friday Night Concerts in the Park (CIP) are a free for all ages. This 15-week concert series takes place in Cesar Chavez Plaza in the streets of Downtown Sacramento. The event celebrates live, LOCAL music and feature live performances by more than 50 local bands. For the latest concert news, visit the DSP website. Concert Line Up
05/06/10- 10/28/10	I Heart Art Cesar Chavez Park I Heart Art Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park May 6-October 28, 2010 Join us for I Heart Art Craft Market. Every Thursday through summer, take a break from work or use your lunch hour to come and shop handmade items directly from the artists.
05/06/10- 10/28/10	Certified Farmers' Market Westfield Downtown Plaza Certified Farmers' Market Presented 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...
05/05/10- 10/27/10	Certified Farmers' Market Cesar Chavez Park Certified Farmers' Market Presented 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...
05/04/10- 10/26/10	Certified Farmers' Market Roosevelt Park Certified Farmers' Market Presented 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...
05/04/10- 10/26/10	Certified Farmers' Market Fremont Park Certified Farmers' Market Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership and Certified Farmers' Markets at Fremont Park May 4-October 26, 2010 Downtown Farmers' Markets 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 with...

Upcoming Events

11/05/10-
04/17/10

Downtown Holiday Ice Rink
St. Rose of Lima Park

11/26/10-
01/03/11

Carnival of Lights
Downtown Sacramento

Past
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Past Events

11/05/10- 04/17/10	Downtown Holiday Ice Rink St. Rose of Lima Park Downtown Holiday Ice Rink Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park November 5-April 17, 2010 The Westfield Downtown Plaza Ice Rink, Sacramento’s original ice rink, will celebrate it’s 19th season in its original location at 7th & K streets in the newly renovated St. Rose of Lima Park. The ice rink season will kick off on November 5 with a grand opening celebration and free community day. Each year the event transforms the intersection of 7th & K Streets into a winter wonderland and the Sacramento region’s only outdoor rink. The ice rink is an...
01/08/10- 01/17/10	Dine Downtown Restaurant Week Downtown Sacramento Dine Downtown Restaurant Week Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Downtown Sacramento January 8-January 17, 2010 Capital city foodies mark your calendars for the Fifth Annual Dine Downtown Restaurant Week. During this extended 10-day celebration of capital city dining, Downtown Sacramento’s top restaurants will offer special three-course prix-fixe dinner menus for only $30 per person. Participating restaurants to date include 3 Fires Lounge & Restaurant at the Marriott, 4th Street Grille, 58 Degrees and Holding Co., Biba Restaurant, Bistro 33, Brew It Up!, Chanterelle at The...
12/20/09	Chef Gingerbread House Throwdown St. Rose of Lima Park Chef Gingerbread House Throwdown Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park December 20, 2009 The gingerbread house throwdown, hosted by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, will display the aspiring talent of students from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, the Institute of Technology and The Art Institute of California – Sacramento. The public is invited to watch the live 2-hour event at the Carnival at St. Rose while teams assemble their gingerbread masterpieces up to 2 feet high in the air. A panel of distinguished Sacramento chefs will judge the...
12/12/09	K-Hits Christmas at the Crest Crest Theatre K-Hits Christmas at the Crest Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Crest Theatre December 12, 2009 Oldies hits and Christmas classics come alive in this family-style double bill featuring oldies tribute artists Mark W. Curran & The Cruisin Oldies Showband. This exciting evening features many of the great traditional Christmas songs recorded by both Elvis and the Everly Brothers during their long and remarkable careers, along with all their greatest hits! From 'White Christmas' to 'Hound Dog,' from 'Wake Up Little Susie' to 'Jingle Bell Rock,' the Cruisin Oldies Showband will have the...
11/27/09- 01/03/10	Carnival of St. Rose St. Rose of Lima Park Carnival of St. Rose Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park November 27, 2009-January 3, 2010 Avg. Event Rating (0.7 Stars): The Carnival at St. Rose is a 5-week event that will transform St. Rose of Lima Park at 7th & K streets into a festive winter carnival in lieu of the Downtown Holiday Ice Rink in 2009. Due to conflicts in construction schedules with the K Street Streetscape project and renovation of St. Rose of Lima Park, the DSP is taking one year off from producing the ice rink at St. Rose of Lima Park. The DSP plans to resume the holiday tradition in 2010. The Carnival will open the day after...
11/27/09	Westfield Tree Lighting Westfield Downtown Plaza Westfield Tree Lighting Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Westfield Downtown Plaza November 27, 2009 An Annual lighting of the Westfield Downtown Plaza's Holiday Tree.
11/25/09- 01/03/10	Carnival of Lights Downtown Sacramento Carnival of Lights Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Downtown Sacramento November 25, 2009-January 3, 2010 This holiday season, the Carnival of Lights will delight visitors with a dazzling display of lights throughout the Central City from the waterfront through Midtown. Lights, reminiscent of the historic Grand Electric Carnival of 1895, will be on display November 25 through January 3. Downtown Sacramento will be aglow with colorful lights, twinkling trees, shooting stars, holiday banners and much more! The promotion, produced by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, will connect holiday...
08/06/09- 10/29/09	I Heart Art Craft Market Cesar Chavez Park I Heart Art Craft Market Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park August 6-October 29, 2009 DSP is hosting local artists and crafters in Cesar Chavez Plaza every Thursday for the I Heart Art Craft Market. Visitors can purchase handmade items directly from the artists. For more information or to become a vendor call the number below.
07/11/09- 07/18/09	Downtown Kid's Week Downtown Sacramento Downtown Kid's Week Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Downtown Sacramento July 11-July 18, 2009 Families from around the region are invited to join in the fun of Downtown Sacramento’s first annual Downtown Kid’s Week. The Downtown Sacramento Partnership (DSP), California State Parks, local museums, theatres and restaurants have come together to make Sacramento’s central city the place to be this summer vacation by offering family-friendly events, activities, exhibits and special offers throughout the week. Official Kid’s Week venues, organizations and...
06/22/09- 12/31/09	Downtown Sacramento Walking Tours Downtown Sacramento Downtown Sacramento Walking Tours Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Downtown Sacramento June 22-December 31, 2009 The Downtown Sacramento Partnership is proud to present a brand new Walking Tour Program. These unique tours through Downtown Sacramento introduce visitors to the people, places and events that shaped California history. From John Sutter to Cesar Chavez, these tours cover more than 150 years of state and local history. Topics range from art and architecture to cultural, religious and urban history. Tours include: Kids Meet the City \| A tour of California history...
06/16/09- 10/27/09	Game Day at the park Cesar Chavez Park Game Day at the park Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park June 16-October 27, 2009 Every Tuesday this summer, the Park Ambassador booth in Cesar Chavez Plaza will host a Game Day from 11 am to 2 pm. The booth will have giant chess, dominos and Connect Four available for check-out during the lunch hour, along with regular sized Monopoly, Sorry, Scrabble, checkers and chess. The games are set up to encourage people to come spend their lunch hour in the park and play the games with friends and co-workers. For details, visit the Park Ambassador booth located in...
05/01/09- 08/14/09	Friday Night Concerts in the Park Cesar Chavez Park Friday Night Concerts in the Park Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park May 1-August 14, 2009 Avg. Event Rating (1.1 Stars): THIS IS THE 2009 EVENT PAGE. CLICK HERE FOR THE 2010 CONCERTS IN THE PARK Concerts in the Park dates have been extended!! Click here for details: End of Summer Fest Summer officially begins Downtown on May 1 with the return of the Friday Night Concerts in the Park....
01/22/09	11th Annual State of Downtown Breakfast Memorial Auditorium 11th Annual State of Downtown Breakfast Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership at Memorial Auditorium January 22, 2009 Produced by the DSP, the event attracts an audience of 500 business professionals and community leaders. The State of Downtown previews downtown revitalization initiatives and projects, and serves as a catalyst for exchanging ideas and prioritizing goals for the central business district. In 2006, the State of Downtown earned distinction from the 1400 member IDA Association (IDA) and was presented a Merit Award for Organizational Communications at the annual IDA conference. The International...
01/13/09	Skate with the Stockton Thunder St. Rose of Lima Park Skate with the Stockton Thunder Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park January 13, 2009 Fans will get to skate with Stockton Thunder Players and receive also one free skate rental when they wear their Stockton Thunderwear. (Food donations will benefit California Emergency Foodlink.)
01/10/09- 01/16/09	Dine Downtown Restaurant Week Dine Downtown Restaurant Week Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership January 10-January 16, 2009 Capital city foodies mark your calendars for the Third Annual Dine Downtown Restaurant Week. During this 7-day celebration of capital city dining, Downtown Sacramento’s top restaurants will offer special three-course prix-fixe dinner menus for only $30 per person. Participating restaurants include 4th Street Grille, 58 Degrees and Holding, Co., Gaylord India, the Melting Pot, Dawsons, Mason's, and Brew It Up. Check back later for more participating restaurants and menus.
12/20/08	Special Screening: A Christmas Story Crest Theatre Special Screening: A Christmas Story Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership at Crest Theatre December 20, 2008 Enjoy the classic holiday film A Christmas Story at the historic Crest Theatre.
12/19/08	Hard Rock Skate Night St. Rose of Lima Park Hard Rock Skate Night Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park December 19, 2008 Ice Rink Patrons receive one free skate rental courtesy of the Hard Rock Cafe when they donate a canned food item at the rink. (Food donations will benefit California Emergency Foodlink.)
11/21/08	Downtown History Tours Downtown History Tours Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership November 21, 2008 Experience Downtown Sacramento’s past present and future with a guided tour of one of the oldest cities in California. Well versed in local history, tour guides will take you back to an earlier era. Learn how Sacramento wrangled the distinction of California’s State Capitol, why downtown sidewalks are hollow, and why the Crest Theatre is said to be haunted.
11/01/08- 01/19/09	Downtown Holiday Ice Rink St. Rose of Lima Park Downtown Holiday Ice Rink Presented by Sacramento Downtown Partnership at St. Rose of Lima Park November 1, 2008-January 19, 2009 Ring in the holidays and skate Sacramento’s only outdoor ice rink.
05/02/08- 08/22/08	Friday Night Concerts in the Park Cesar Chavez Park Friday Night Concerts in the Park Presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership at Cesar Chavez Park May 2-August 22, 2008 THIS IS THE EVENT PAGE FOR 2008. CLICK HERE FOR THE 2010 PAGE This free outdoor concert series is the hottest summer spot every Friday night downtown. The shows feature local artists representing a range of genres including rock, pop, punk, blues and folk. Music addicts and happy hour junkies fill up Cesar Chavez Plaza at 10th and J streets to enjoy live music, fresh air, good food, and the famous beer...

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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "BEER TIX"
    Comment posted by: still pissed off from Sacramento, CA, Apr 09, 2010
    
    If anyone who has anything to do with these concerts is reading this, WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT THE BEER TICKETS YOU STUCK US WITH LAST SUMMER??
    
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    If anyone who has anything to do with these concerts is reading this, WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO ABOUT THE BEER TICKETS YOU STUCK US WITH LAST SUMMER??
    
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  - Event Name: Carnival of St. Rose
    "agree price to high for families!"
    Review posted by: rose from rocklin, Dec 29, 2009
    
    agree price to high for families
    
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    agree price to high for families
    
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  - Event Name: Carnival of St. Rose
    "EXPENSIVE family outing"
    Comment posted by: poorworkingmom from sacramento, ca, Nov 29, 2009
    
    So a family with two adults and two kids (age 18months and 4 years old)= $26 admission. will stick to our Fairytale town/SacZoo membership...
    
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    So a family with two adults and two kids (age 18months and 4 years old)= $26 admission. will stick to our Fairytale town/SacZoo membership...
    
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  - Event Name: Carnival of St. Rose
    "7 dollars!!!!"
    Comment posted by: Anne H from Sacramento, Nov 23, 2009
    
    7 dollars to get in? You GOT to be kidding!!!
    
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    7 dollars to get in? You GOT to be kidding!!!
    
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  - Event Name: Downtown Holiday Ice Rink
    "moved to 20th and J St"
    Comment posted by: Skater from Sacramento, CA USA, Nov 22, 2009
    
    It has been moved to 20th and J St for 2009.
    
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    It has been moved to 20th and J St for 2009.
    
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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "kids - just say no"
    Comment posted by: da man from sac, ca. , usa, Aug 21, 2009
    
    keep the little creeps out of the beer garden! over 21 only! this pampering of kids & letting them rule the roost must stop!
    
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    keep the little creeps out of the beer garden! over 21 only! this pampering of kids & letting them rule the roost must stop!
    
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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "kids in the beer garden"
    Comment posted by: katie from Midtown Sacramento, CA, Aug 12, 2009
    
    I take my 2 year old into the beer garden whenever I go. We live nearby and it's a great excuse to get out. I like drinking a beer while listening to music and hanging out with my friends (who don't... Expand
    
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    I take my 2 year old into the beer garden whenever I go. We live nearby and it's a great excuse to get out. I like drinking a beer while listening to music and hanging out with my friends (who don't have kids). Lighten up, people. Eventually, you'll have a kid and change your opinion. Collapse
    
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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "Kids in the Beer Garden"
    Comment posted by: Sambozo from Sacramento, ca, Jul 27, 2009
    
    We used to take my kids when they were young. Back then they didn't allow kids in the beer garden, which seperated the family. I think the kids should be allowed in the beer garden. To the one who... Expand
    
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    We used to take my kids when they were young. Back then they didn't allow kids in the beer garden, which seperated the family. I think the kids should be allowed in the beer garden. To the one who doesn't want to spill their beer on a kid again: Stop drinking before you get to that point; I don't want you to spill your beer on me either! Collapse
    
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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "great for pregaming"
    Review posted by: Jilli from Sacramento, CA , Jul 10, 2009
    
    This event is perfect for us young 21 year olds who like hitting the bar scene. Its free, good music, social, and we can grab a beer. We love coming down here before hitting the bar scene. I really... Expand
    
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    This event is perfect for us young 21 year olds who like hitting the bar scene. Its free, good music, social, and we can grab a beer. We love coming down here before hitting the bar scene. I really like the variety of people and musical talents.. Collapse
    
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  - Event Name: Friday Night Concerts in the Park
    "kids at the park"
    Review posted by: joe from elk grove,ca, Jul 06, 2009
    
    As a kid I loved outdoor concerts and still do. And to everyone who has a problem with beer and kids, get rid of the beer. The last time I checked, when it came to getting something for free, beggers... Expand
    
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    As a kid I loved outdoor concerts and still do. And to everyone who has a problem with beer and kids, get rid of the beer. The last time I checked, when it came to getting something for free, beggers can't be choosers. Collapse
    
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