Event Calendar
A powerful new exhibit debuts Thursday at the California Museum in Sacramento. Presented in English and Spanish, “Help Wanted/Leave Now” explores how generations of Mexican farmworkers and miners sustained U.S. industry, only to face mass expulsion. It runs through early next year. This event was featured on the PBS KVIE News Minute. Follow PBS KVIE […]
YoloSol presents Good Fire, Living Water: The Gifts of a Marsh Economy September 20-November 13, 2026 Davis Arts Center “Tule (Schoenoplectus acutus var. occidentalis) has been my creative muse for 30 years. It still thrives in the rivers and marshes of California… Tule, along with cattail, is at the heart of the marsh economy… I […]
Presented by Resurrection Theatre at the California Stage Complex in Midtown Sacramento, running from Oct 9 - Oct 31st. Ever wanted to feel like you stepped straight into an episode of your favorite supernatural series?A haunted house. A skeptical ghost hunter. A charming spirit with unfinished business. The Ghosts of Smithfield House is a haunting […]
Artazan Handcraft Market brings a three-day celebration of art and handcraft to Sacramento’s Scottish Rite Masonic Center, October 16–18, 2026. Inspired by the ideals of the Arts & Crafts movement, Artazan celebrates creativity, thoughtful design, and the enduring value of handcraft. Encompassing handcraft in all its forms, the market brings together artists, makers, designers, craftspeople, […]
a community event to make bright, intricate rangoli designs on the ground, using colored powder, rice, and flower petals. This traditional art form often marks celebrations like Diwali and other cultural occasions. More info here!
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: One of the highlights of Sacramento summers is the Buddhist Church of Sacramento’s Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar, which celebrated its 80th anniversary last weekend. To dig deeper into the history and culture of the local Japanese American community, head to the 1883 Clarksburg Schoolhouse. Its ongoing exhibit, “Roots and Resilience: The […]
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Next door at Lucid Winery, the Sangria Sunday makers market runs from 2-4 p.m. with local vendors focusing on spooky goods. Mike Blanchard & The Californios will keep the place buzzing with Americana tunes and haunting harmonies. Now that’s a Sunday funday. Want events like this sent directly to […]
Listen to authors Bill Wong "Better To Win" and Elaine Koyama "Windows Of Light" read from and talk about their books and life experiences.
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Back in May, we featured Vinyl Sundays at Mattie Groves Brewery and the rise in regional "bring your own vinyl" events. The team behind Vinyl Sundays has a new base of operations at Downtown Sacramento’s Fox & Goose Public House, now known as "Vinyl Sundays at the Pub." This monthly […]
Step right up for a Halloween spectacular under the big top! This Halloween, Fairytale Town is transforming into a whimsical world of circus fun for our 40th annual Safe and Super Halloween, October 16-18 and 23-24 from 5 PM to 9 PM each night! Trick-or-treat your way through a park filled with colorful characters, carnival […]
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Jazz guitarist Julian Lage at the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts in Davis on Oct. 18 (Sunday). Want events like this sent directly to your inbox? Sign up for Abridged by PBS KVIE's weekly things to do newsletter here.