Lesdystics Record Release Party
2026-07-25 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Goldfield Trading Post, 238 Vernon St., Roseville, CA, United States
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias:
“…for ska and punk, check out The Lesdystics record release party with Diseptikons and Another Damn Disappointment on July 25 (Saturday) at Roseville’s Goldfield Trading Post.”
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Sunday Sessions
2026-07-26 20:00 - 23:00 | The Torch Club, United States, CA
Sunday Sessions returns to The Torch Club, featuring the LabRats — an ongoing jam session and open mic for any and all musicians to collaborate with one another.
8 to 11 p.m. No cover.
More details here.

California State Fair Final Week
2026-07-28 16:00 - 2026-08-02 23:00 | Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd, Sacramento, CA, United States
The California State Fair will be open for its final week, from July 28 – Aug. 2. Individual times and more info here!

Hell's Kitchen by Broadway Sacramento
2026-07-29 13:30 - 2026-08-09 19:30 | SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, 1301 L St, Sacramento, CA, United States
Hell’s Kitchen is an award-winning musical by Alicia Keys.
More info here!

Sublime Colombian Sounds at The Shady Lady Saloon
2026-07-31 21:00 - 2026-08-01 02:00 | The Shady Lady Saloon, 1409 R St, CA, Sacramento, CA, 95811, United States
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias:
One of the week’s most exquisite musical offerings can be found Friday as Alea takes the stage at The Shady Lady Saloon in the R Street Corridor. She’s a native of Colombia by way of the Bronx who weaves cumbia, jazz, folk and other genres into a seamless, enchanting whole. It’s no wonder that Rolling Stone magazine named Alea’s 2021 album “Alborotá” among that year’s best Spanish-language and bilingual albums. Kick back with a White Linen cocktail while Alea sings “Échale Sal” and bliss will be imminent.
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Davis Farmers Market 50th Celebration Event
2026-08-01 08:00 - 13:00 | Davis Central Park, 301 C Street, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
On Saturday, August 1, 2026, the 50th anniversary celebration will take place in Central Park from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., followed by a live cooking demonstration, then live music for the rest of the event. The program will include special guests, including our spotlight speaker, Karen Ross. Enjoy family-friendly activities hosted by Davis Farm to School and Central Park Gardens, enjoy local Watermelon from Davis Food Co-op, a free Photo Booth experience, free water hydration station hosted by H2O to Go, Book signing with Ann M. Evans and Georgeanne Brennan the authors of Market Memories Cookbook: Celebrating 50 Years, and see the full collection of Davis Farmers Market archive photos, displayed as part of the Market Memory Lane.

Meduza Block Party at Youssefi Square
2026-08-01 15:00 - 22:00 | Ali Youssefi Square, 705 K Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
An 18+ day-to-night event, featuring multiple DJs and more! More info here.

Sunset Party - Disco Paradiso at Drake's The Barn
2026-08-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Drake’s: The Barn, 985 Riverfront St, West Sacramento, CA, United States
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias:
The last time we checked in with Shaun Slaughter and Adam Jay, the two DJs were bidding farewell to Sacramento’s long-running Lipstick dance party. Now, their jams are back Saturday at Drake’s: The Barn in West Sacramento for a free, all-ages sunset dance party dubbed “Disco Paradiso.” While Lipstick was more on the indie-dance side, this soiree harkens to the legendary Paradise Garage in New York City with house music, disco and tropical sounds to complete the summer vibe. Can I request “Born to Be Alive” by Patrick Hernandez?
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Full Moon Fusion social dance and local art show
2026-08-01 18:00 - 22:00 | Ritual Wellness House, 2114 P St, Sacramento, CA, 95816, United States
Wanna dress in your best animal print, dance out your animal spirit and celebrate the moon by social dancing, appreciating local art and drinking some great tea? Full Moon Fusion at Ritual Wellness Center on Saturday, Aug. 1, is the place for all three! Since we’re celebrating the recent Buck Moon. And, we’re even having a costume contest, so bring your best outfits (but no obligation!). Winner will receive a cool moon art print.
The recent Buck Moon means animal outfits and energy are encouraged. at Ritual Wellness House for Full Moon Fusion on Aug. 1! Doors open at 6 to arrive, settle in and sip some tea — then we’ll have a beginner-friendly fusion dance lesson at 7pm with Cierra Tunquist, who will also spin some tunes. Enjoy local artists and vendors, and time under the moon and stars in the Ritual courtyard. Bring some healthly and wholesome animal energy, related animalistic outfits or In N Out get-up, and dance!
Doors open at 6pm (dance to LoFi beats)
Lesson at 7-8, all levels welcome
Moon ritual around 8
Social dance 8:15-10:15
Tickets: www.full-moon-fusion.com/buck

ZÂ
2026-08-02 17:30 - 19:00 | International House Davis, 10 College Park, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
ZÂ is an immersive musical performance inspired by the ancient ceremonies, melodies, and living traditions of Lorestan, one of the most culturally rich yet underrepresented regions of Iran. Through music and storytelling, the program explores themes of birth, celebration, love, grief, and transcendence, offering audiences a deeper connection to this remarkable cultural heritage.
Sunday, August 2
5:30 PM
International House Davis
10 College Park
Davis, CA 95616
🎟️ Tickets:
https://linktr.ee/ZAconcert
🎬 Concert Teaser:

The Stray Cats at Hard Rock Live
2026-08-02 20:00 - 22:00 | Hard Rock Live Sacramento, 3317 Forty Mile Road, Wheatland, CA, 95692, United States
From Cultural Capital by Chris Macias:
Sing along to “Rock This Town” as The Stray Cats headline Hard Rock Live in Wheatland on Aug. 2 (Sunday).
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R&B N Tacos Market
2026-08-06 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-21 19:00 - 22:00 | Maya’s Cantina, 455 Bercut Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95811, United States
A pop-up market featuring R&B music, tacos, live performances, vendors, a live DJ set, and raffles. Two new dates were just added:
Stop 1 – Maya’s Cantina

📅 Thursday, August 6
📍 455 Bercut Drive, Sacramento, CA
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Stop 2 – Lock and Key Tapas and Bar

📅 Friday, August 21
📍 2718 J Street, Sacramento, CA
🕖 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🎟️ Tickets are available here.

The Stacks Presents Anton Barbeau
2026-08-12 18:30 - 20:30 | Amatoria Fine Art Books, 1831 F Street, Sacramento, CA, United States
A concert + conversation around music, books, and the art scene in Sacramento.

Abridged by PBS KVIE and Amatoria Fine Art Books invite you to The Stacks, an intimate concert and conversation around music, books, and the art scene in Sacramento. Join us Wednesday, August 12th to welcome Sacramento songwriter and the most famous rockstar you never heard of, Anton Barbeau.
Tickets must be purchased in advance! Doors close at 6:30 p.m.
More info here!

Summer Concerts at Starfield Vineyards
2026-08-14 17:30 - 22:00 | starfield vineyards, 2750 Jacquier Road, Placerville, CA, 95667, United States
Tickets still available for:
July 10: Hot Buttered Rum
July 17: Jax Hammer
August 14: Acusta Gruve
STARFIELD VINEYARDS OFFERS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Apple Hill concert series returns
Placerville, California, summer 2026 — Starfield Vineyards’ Apple Hill concert series is back, with 5 unforgettable nights of live music at the winery’s outdoor amphitheater in the El Dorado foothills. Sip delicious estate wines, soak in the vineyard views, and let the music carry you into the warmth of a California summer evening. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Each show is a celebration of great tunes, good company, and everything that makes Apple Hill special. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning fan, there’s nothing quite like live music under an open sky at Starfield.
The Friday July 24 concert with Petty Jack Flash and the Friday August 28 Live Beatles Experience concert are sold out.
Friday July 10, Hot Buttered Rum: $35.00/non-members, $25.00/winery club members.
Friday July 17, Jax Hammer: $25/non-members, $15.00/winery club members
Friday August 14: AcustaGruve: $25/non-members, $15/winery club members.
Gates open at 5:30 PM, giving you a full hour to settle in, explore the range of wines in the tasting room, and find your spot on the lawn before the first note hits at 6:30 PM. Bring a blanket or low-back chairs and make yourself at home. Music runs until 9:30 PM. Off site alcohol is not permitted. Check in at The Rose Arbor: tickets are verified electronically, no printed versions are necessary. Bring a valid ID. This is a strictly 21-and-over event: no exceptions for children, infants or anyone under 21.
Explore the full menu from the winery’s new Pizza Kitchen. Order at the Amphitheater bar and we will deliver your order. Guests are also welcome to bring their own food and picnic items.
This summer the winery introduced its Pizza alla Pala program, under the guidance of chef Scott Tomblin. Pizza alla Pala is baked in long rectangular sheets, cut to order, and served on wooden boards. Chef Scott Tomblin uses two flours — one from California and the other imported from Italy — both organically grown at the source — blended and slow-fermented for 48 hours to develop complex flavors. Pizza alla Pala is served seven days a week from 11 am to 5 pm.
Perched in the El Dorado AVA in the Sierra Foothills, the winery was founded in 2012 by father and son duo Tom and Rob Sinton. They planted 31 acres of grapes on the property’s hillsides east of Placerville, consisting of 17 varieties in twenty-four blocks of roughly 1.5 acres each. The vineyards are sustainably farmed, and regenerative agriculture was begun in 2016.
Starfield Vineyards’ tasting room is set on a high hill overlooking the vineyards, gardens, forests and steep slopes of the Sierra Foothills, offering 360° mountain views. A visit to the winery is not complete without a walk through The Gardens, which extend over ten acres of forest, woodland, and ponds. There are over three miles of paved paths and roads, bordered by a wide variety of flowers, climbers, and shrubs, and shaded by pine, cedar, and fir forest, oak woodland, and a wide range of maples, scarlet oaks, aspen, alders, ginkgos, tupelos, and many other trees. Outside the tasting room is The Rose Arbor, covered by hundreds of Iceberg and Sally Holmes climbing roses, which produce dazzling sprays of white flowers year-round.
The winery is located at 2750 Jacquier Road in Placerville (95667) and is open seven days a week from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. More at 530/748-3085 and https://www.starfieldvineyards.com/
The winery produces a range of proprietary and varietally labeled wines as well as sparkling wines, low-alcohol wines and sweet vermouths.
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Goth Masquerade Ball
2026-08-15 20:00 - 23:30 | Harlow’s, 2708 J St, Sacramento, CA, United States
An evening of live DJs playing all of the gothic classics! 21+ event. More info here!

Rushadicus the Cello Goblin
2026-08-24 19:00 - 21:00 | The Ooley Theater, 2007 28th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95818, United States
Rushadicus the Infamous Cello Goblín is a post-medieval metal jester of otherdimensional glee who prefers precarious perches to dazzle and delight. With mystical language of Sneth and textural noise-based birdstudied kazoo, it causes a romping nonsense catharsis party of weird wiggly wizardry: a “bejickment” for the brave, the curious, and the wild of mynde… All ages.
