Sacramento Beer Week returns to Drake's Brewing with daily events, live music, special beer releases, markets, workshops, and more from April 24–May 3. More details here.
Music
Events
Calendar of Events
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Live music, poetry and tea in North Oak Park. Co-hosted by Mario Ellis Hill. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
$7.18
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The 75-piece youth orchestra celebrates its 70th anniversary with a concert at the Harris Center, performing Aaron Copland’s spirited, folk-inspired ballet suite Rodeo and more. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
$6 – $27
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Alt Rock night featuring Edgehill, Rainbow City Park, Ashley Jaguar, DJ Keith. Gates open at 6 p.m., last band finishes at 9:30 p.m. All ages welcome. More details here.
Free
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Reconciliation Singers Voices of Peace (RSVP), a Sacramento-based nonprofit vocal ensemble will perform at The Table at Central United Methodist Church in East Sacramento. The free concert will feature a mix of jazz, pop and classical music. Voluntary donations benefit Bigger Than Us Arts, a Sacramento-based organization focused on bringing music and other arts into […]
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Beatles Cover Show Volume II at The Press Club features Tashow, Problem Plays, and The Bad Barnacles, performing across The Beatles’ eras. Doors open at 7 p.m. More details here.
$16.50
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4 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: It’s hard to think of Sacramento’s dance scene without Lipstick in the mix. For more than a quarter-century, DJs Shaun Slaughter, Adam Jay and Roger Carpio created a Sacramento indie-dance institution with the monthly Lipstick party. But after all these years, and nearly 300 gigs later, Lipstick is going silent. Kind of. Saturday marks the final night with Lipstick […]
$10
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The third annual Pink Bandit fest comes to MusicLandria. A mix of indie rock, electronic, pop and hip hop from Sacramento, the Bay Area, Portland and Alabama. More details here.
$20
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Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition winner Lucía performs live at the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts, blending jazz with Latin folk traditions. Ticket prices vary. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here. |
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Fill your suburban Sunday with island soul as J Boog performs in Rocklin. This contemporary reggae favorite performed locally at the Holo Holo Music Festival last September, and now he’s back Sunday at the Quarry Park Amphitheater. Bask in those uplifting island vibes like you’re on an endless vacation, not […]
$60.70
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The hardcore punk acts come to Goldfield Trading Post in Roseville. All ages. Doors at 6 p.m. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
$46.03
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: If you’re age 60 and up, let’s see those jazz hands! A new series of musical theater dance classes for seniors launches Wednesday where participants learn choreographed numbers from classic Broadway shows. The class is taught by Angela Dee Alforque, who you may remember from her “Fast Girls in Parked Cars” multimedia installation at Prism Art Space earlier this year. The classes […]
$25
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95.7 KUTZ radio show and promoter NEVER MISS IT! (Zack Bissell) presents another Sacramento concert featuring a mix of experimental bands from Japan and local acts. This one brings avant-punk act LOOLOWNINGEN from Tokyo and experimental rock group Sa-Yuu from Yokohama to Cafe Colonial with Sac bands Blous3 and Gentlemen Surfer. Doors at 6:30 p.m. […]
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The American River College Orchestra, directed by Dr. Irina Samarina and Dr. Steven Thompson present the final concert of the spring semester. More details here.
$11.20 – $16.30
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3 events,Martin Alonso at Cafe Immortal. Genres: industrial, classical, acid, minimal, world, intelligent dance and electronic body music. Free. More details here.
Free
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Underground favorite hip-hop duo Blu & Exile bring the West South Tour to Sacramento with support from Chuuwee, Sirplus, and DJ Epik. Doors open at 7 p.m. for all ages. More details here.
$26.40
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The mix of indie rock and pop acts perform live at The Press Club. Doors open at 7 p.m. More details here.
$16.50
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4 events,Country In The Park returns to Cal Expo in Sacramento from May 8 to 9. The two days of live country music will feature Jon Pardi, Miranda Lambert, Chris Young, Turnpike Troubadours and more. General admission tickets are $83, including fees. More details here.
$83
Arts and music festival that's been at UC Davis since 1969. The zero-waste green festival features music, food and drink vendors, activities and talks. More details here.
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EDM night featuring beastboi. (headliner), 2dy4, Shroomi, Dirty D. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the last band finishes at 9:30 p.m. All ages welcome. More details here.
Free
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Immersive installations with music and a crafted cocktail menu. Hosted by Sun House Cafe and presented by ALORE. More details here.
$12
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4 events,Gothicumbia returns to Harlow's for a 21+ night of goth, cumbia, post-punk, and dark Latin dance music. Doors at 9 p.m. More details here.
$20.40
Arts and music festival that's been at UC Davis since 1969. The zero-waste green festival features music, food and drink vendors, activities and talks. UC Davis Quad. More details here.
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The Locke Foundation presents the Asian Pacific Spring Festival on Main Street in Locke, martial arts, dance and other music performances. Also includes arts and crafts, and food. More details here.
Free
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5 events,Arts and music festival that's been at UC Davis since 1969. The zero-waste green festival features music, food and drink vendors, activities and talks. UC Davis Quad. More details here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Get some swing into those celebrations with the Mother's Day Jazz Brunch at The Center at District 56 in Elk Grove. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Honor mom with the Sacramento Symphonic Winds and its "Spirit & Strength: A Mother's Day Musical Tribute" at California State University, Sacramento. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
Free
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Africa Day Sacramento, presented by Afriicionado — a celebration of African culture, music, food and community at Estate Farms. Features live music, traditional dance, drum circles, spoken word, storytelling, arts and crafts, and vendor booths. All ages welcome. First 50 registrants receive free admission, then cost is $55.20. Cost includes a meal and drink. Children […]
$55.20
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Crocker Art Museum's unique monthly Thursday night event brings back "prom." The returning event is asking you to bring your formal wear with your favorite sneakers. Enjoy music, dancing, artmaking, drinks and full museum access during the event. Free for members, $25 for nonmembers. More details here.
Free – $25
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Indie rock, dream pop outfit TOPS perform live at Harlow's in Sacramento. Doors open at 7 p.m. More details here.
$32.90
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5th Annual AAPI Night Market in Downtown Sacramento with food, local vendors, and live performances. Kids 4 and under are free. More details here.
$33.85
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Latin night featuring Andrea Bejar (headliner), Sol Peligro, Megan Claire, My Cousin Vinny. Gates open at 6 p.m., last band finishes at 9:30 p.m. All ages welcome. More details here.
Free
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Norah Jones live at The Venue at Thunder Valley Casino Resort. More details here.
$78 – $142
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2 events,From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Sip and Spin at Capitol Beer and Tap Room (Saturdays; Downtown Sacramento). More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Pregame the Luke Bryan concert at Mahon Ranch via Boots & Brews at Dust Bowl Brewing in Elk Grove on May 16. More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
Free
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2 events,
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias Vinyl Sundays at Midtown Lounge (Sundays; Midtown Sacramento). More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: For those who enjoy beer and vinyl records, "BYOV" is the definition of a good time. "Bring Your Own Vinyl" events have become an […] |
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From Cultural Capital with Chris Macias: Nancie's Records Vinyl Night at The Hillmont (Mondays; Auburn). More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here. |
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Turntable Tuesday at The Bootleg craft beer bar inside Armadillo Music (Tuesdays; Davis). More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Here's a show that's worth getting to on a school night, especially if punk rock's in your blood. But don't expect any stage diving on Tuesday at Shangri-la Fair Oaks. Instead, you'll find Kevin Seconds, the hardcore punk icon and longtime Sacramentan, in acoustic singer-songwriter mode. He'll be joined […]
$16 – $18
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3 events,Martin Alonso at Cafe Immortal. Genres: industrial, classical, acid, minimal, world, intelligent dance and electronic body music. Free. More details here.
Free
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Bring Your Own Vinyl Night at Father Paddy's Pub (third Thursday of the month; Woodland). More details here. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
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Resonant Threads — jazz and improvisational music curated by Aiko Shimada. A monthly series presenting jazz and other improvisational music in an intentional listening environment. The series resembles an art exhibition: pieces are presented as sonic installations, inviting listeners to appreciate texture, timbre, form, and the visual presence of performance. Price: $10 online / $15 […]
$10 – $15
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Indie Rock night featuring In Color (headliner), Rosemother, bloodsugar, DJ Genetixx. Gates open at 6 p.m., last band finishes at 9:30 p.m. All ages welcome. More details here.
Free
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The Red Museum’s annual Sac Halloween Show, not on Halloween. Tribute bands perform based on a united theme. This year, it's occupations. This all-ages event is $17.85 presale and $20 at the door. More details here.
$17.85
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Since 2009, DSB’s high-energy stage production and exceptionally accurate recreations of Journey classics like Separate Ways, Faithfully, and Anyway You Want It, have made DSB the #1 Journey legacy concert experience in the world. DSB (Don't Stop Believing) is highly revered as the World’s Greatest. They have captured the lush and signature sound of renowned […]
$19.55
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Legendary ambient and new age artist Laraaji comes to St. John's Lutheran Church for a special performance inspired by his 1980 collaboration with Brian Eno. The show will feature architecturally-mapped projections. Doors at 7:15 p.m. Show at 8 p.m. More details here.
$30 – $50
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2 events,Set in a 36-acre park with green space, playgrounds, and walking trails, the festival features carnival rides, live music, food and activities for all ages. Children ages 5 and under enter free; youth ages 6-17 are $3; seniors are $3; general admission is $4. Advance unlimited ride wristband is $30. Parking: $7 general vehicle, $10 […]
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Rock night featuring Tarnish (headliner), Say It Backwards, Nothing Special, NESSS. Gates open at 6p.m., last band finishes at 9:30 p.m. All ages welcome. More details here.
Free
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6 events,Set in a 36-acre park with green space, playgrounds, and walking trails, the festival features carnival rides, live music, food and activities for all ages. Children ages 5 and under […]
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From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The details: Casa de Español, 1101 R St., Sacramento 6 p.m., May 30 (Saturday) $10 in advance, $15 at the door Since 2019, Janine Mapurunga’s camera has been focused on a community of Spanish-speaking elders in Sacramento known as Manitos. She was inspired by the close relationship she shared with […]
$10 – $15
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Get blown away as the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera performs Beethoven’s 9th Symphony at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center in Downtown Sacramento on May 30 and 31. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here. From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: Get blown away as the Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera performs Beethoven’s 9th Symphony at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center in Downtown Sacramento on May 30 and 31. Want events like this sent directly to your email? Sign up for our weekly things to do newsletter here.
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A dance party inspired by hyperpop, high BPM sounds and electronic music. Features DJ sets from lil.mymy, shmunty and ms.orgaanic, a special exhibit by The Eclectic Collective, a tooth gem artist and a glam portal with temporary tattoo station. Capacity is limited; RSVP for guaranteed entry but pay at the door. $10 before 9 p.m.; […]
$10 – $15
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The Sacramento Turn Verein hosts Maifest 2026, a family-friendly spring celebration rooted in German tradition. Features German food and drinks and the Alpentänzer Schuhplattler German Dance Troupe will perform traditional […]
$10
Set in a 36-acre park with green space, playgrounds, and walking trails, the festival features carnival rides, live music, food and activities for all ages. Children ages 5 and under […] From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias: The details: Kicksville Vinyl & Vintage, 712 R St., Suite B, Sacramento 3 p.m., May 31 (Sunday) Free For two decades, Sacramento’s San Kazakgascar have enchanted […]
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