The unofficial start to summer is almost here! Memorial Day signifies the start of boating, barbeque, and bathing suit season as things start to heat up in Sacramento.

Whether you want to grab some fried food at the County Fair or check out some vintage cars at the Automobile Museum, Sacramento365 has rounded up some events so you can make the long weekend extra special.

Sacramento County Fair
Cal Expo
May 25-29 | Thurs-Sun 10am-10pm & Mon 10am-7pm
If you’re looking for a Memorial Day tradition, look no further than the Sacramento County Fair! At the fair, you can check out traditional county fair competitions, agriculture displays, hands-on family activities, specialty foods, and festival-style entertainment.

West Sac Rhythm on the River: Cajun Folk Jazz
Drake’s: The Barn
May 25 | Thu 5:30pm-9pm
Enjoy some time by the river, along with a little music! Grab your favorite Drake’s drink and get settled in, or get on your feet, for some tunes provided by Syncopating Sea-Monkeys, Blü Egyptian, and Tom Rigney.

Bubble Bonanza
Aerospace Museum of California
May 27 | Sat 10am-2pm
Join Amelia Bearhart and friends for a fun-filled day of bubble science, activities, and crafts. They hope that you will “pop” on by the Air Park!

Sacramento-Sierra TCA Train Show
Scottish Rite Center
May 27 | Sat 10am-3pm
Calling all train lovers! This is your opportunity to shop from 160 tables of trains for sale, as well as check out operating layouts and food.

International Kids Festival
William Land Park
May 27 | Sat 10am-4pm
Looking for something to do with the kids? The International Kids Festival will have all of your children’s wildest dreams available including pony rides, jumbo inflatables, rock climbing wall, miniature train rides, trampolines, face painting, balloon twisting, and more!

Mediterranean Food and Music Festival
St. Stephen Orthodox Church
May 27 & 28 | Sat Noon-9pm & Sun Noon-8pm
The Mediterranean Food and Music Festival is two fun filled days of tasty food, family entertainment, dancing, and your chance to win great prizes!

Veterans’ Memorial Day Car Show
California Automobile Museum
May 29 | Mon 8am-12:30pm
It’s time to get revved up! The Veterans’ Memorial Day Car Show is back! If it rolls, bring it by, even if it doesn’t roll, tow it down.

Rancho Cordova Memorial Day Ceremony
CHS Performing Arts Center
May 29 | Mon 10am-Noon
Honoring American Heroes. The Cordova Community Council is proud to present a community event honoring those who have bravely served the nation in time of war and peace.

Memorial Day Community Event
Memorial Auditorium
May 29 | Mon 10am-Noon
Come out for a community event recognizing Sacramento citizens who made the supreme sacrifice in service to our country. The event will begin with a flag ceremony and welcome speeches followed by a program of patriotic music played on the Estey Municipal Organ. Memorial Hall tablet room will be open and available for viewing.

Sacramento Peloponnesian Club’s Memorial Day BBQ Picnic
Croatian American Cultural Center
May 29 | Mon 11am-5pm
Come join your extended Greek family this Memorial Day at the Sacramento Peloponnesian Club’s 39th Annual Memorial Day Picnic! You can enjoy Greek style food, music, and games.

Memorial Day Family Fun Fest
R Street Corridor
May 19 | Mon 10:30am-5pm
Calling all kids and families! Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun at the R Street Corridor. Whether you want to get your face painted with colorful designs or interact with friendly animals at the petting zoo, there’s something for everyone!

If you are looking for more Memorial Day Weekend fun, check out Sacramento365’s online calendar.