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Emerge Summit 2026

One-day conference for the region’s young professionals. Engage, Develop, Give, and Empower our peers, communities, and ourselves for a greater Sacramento!

Rebels With La Causa: Royal Chicano Air Force Art & Activism

Feb-June28 / W-Su 10-5, Th 10-9 / largest exhibit ever of the Royal Chicano Air Force, Sacramento’s groundbreaking artist collective that began at CSUS in 1970 & revolutionized graphic arts as a political tool

Thu, May 21

Thursday Bodega Market in Downtown Sacramento

Thursdays, 10:30am-1:30pm// Grab hot food, handmade goods, live music, and weekly activities that fit perfectly into your lunch hour.

Fri, May 22

Club Necromancy: World Goth Day @ Harlows

Join Us For An Evening Of Dark Music For The Dark Souls “The bright day is done, And we are for the dark.”

Sun, May 24

Sacramento Lebanese Festival

May 22-24, 2026 // Food • Dabke • Music • Hookah // Experience the rich traditions, flavors, and rhythms of Lebanon // authentic food, music, and family-friendly fun

Mon, May 25

Memorial Day Community Event @ Memorial Auditorium

Veterans, families, and neighbors — all welcome. Free and open to the public. a brief ceremony, light refreshments will be served, live music

Sat, May 30

Tess Andrea Live Music on the Rooftop! @ Tupi Coffee

this special rooftop experience will feature Tess Andrea alongside an incredible live band bringing the perfect blend of R&B, soulful classics, and Old School favorites.

Sat, June 6

DOCO Makers Market

Presented in partnership with River City Marketplace, shoppers can browse from a variety of local artisans, crafters and makers

Fri, June 12 - Sat, June 13

Concerts in the Park @ Cesar Chavez Plaza

Fridays: May 1st – June 26th >> 6pm-9:30pm // Sacramento’s largest, longest-running free music festival lives in downtown Sac! Grammy-winning artists, DJs, and Sacramento legends. // all ages

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Tue, May 19

Fremont Park Bloom 2026

through June 14 // immersive design and free public programming, the installation highlights Midtown’s thriving creative culture // towering 6–9-foot illuminated poppy sculptures

Wed, May 20

Fremont Park Bloom 2026

through June 14 // immersive design and free public programming, the installation highlights Midtown’s thriving creative culture // towering 6–9-foot illuminated poppy sculptures

Sacramento Restaurants & Bars

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Midtown Lounge

Your neighborhood lounge for cider, beer, bar bites, and good times. They have small bites and bar snacks, and a variety of theme nights too!
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Localis

Chef Chris Barnum-Dann and the Localis team capture the essence of a season with vibrant, nuanced flavors and impeccable presentation. Localis is a MICHELIN Guide-starred restaurant located in Midtown, Sacramento.
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La Trattoria Bohemia

Czech and Italian specialty dishes, European beers on tap, house-made pizzas, and weekday lunch. Find La Trattoria Bohemia on J Street in East Sacramento!
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Bombay Bar & Grill

Fine Indian cuisine with eclectic dishes from Lamb Curry and Fish Coconut to Vegetable Korma and Tandoori Specialties. Bombay Bar & Grill has a full bar and is located in Midtown Sacramento.
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Azul Mexican Food & Tequila Bar

Azul brings authentic Mexican food and modern Mexican style to Midtown Sacramento at the centrally located MARRS building. Full Bar & Extensive Tequila & Mezcal Menu.

Taqueria Maya

Authentic taqueria located on Broadway. 2025 update: New Owners – same menu plus happy hour food and drink specials!
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Life on the Grid

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Cora Coffee

Brewed to Perfection, Crafted with Love. Cora Coffee is located in Downtown Sacramento on the corner of 12th and J Street. Serving coffee, espresso, matcha, tea, chai, and hand-crafted coffehouse bites.
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Gunther’s Quality Ice Cream

Serving Sacramento since 1940 and Voted Best Ice Cream Shop in California!
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Limelight Bar & Cafe

Limelight Bar & Cafe, on the border of East Sacramento and Midtown, is a Sacramento staple for Life on the Grid. Full bar, trivia, game watch, and card room. Limelight serves Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Brunch.
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Grange Restaurant

A culinary expression of all things local, serving up farm-to-fork cuisine in downtown Sacramento.
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Frank Fat’s

Frank Fat’s has been serving Sacramento since 1939! Just a few blocks from the State Capitol building, Frank Fat’s is a favorite for politicos and locals alike. A Sacramento institution right here on the Grid. More

Rumpelstiltskin Yarn Shop

The Sacramento region’s best yarn shop for over 50 years!! More

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Get your next Ale Battered Fish & Chips or Buttered Crab Roll at @citizencrafthouse on the corner of 12th and J. Citizen stands out with reasonable prices, a full bar, window booths, and menu items like 10-layer lasagna, jambalaya, peach cobbler, spicy ahi tuna tostada, filet mignon, crab cakes, French dip, and big salads.

HOURS
Mon-Thur, 11am-10pm
Friday, 11am-11pm
Saturday, 11am-10pm
Sunday, closed
Happy Hour: Mon-Sat, 3pm-6pm

Citizen Capitol Craft House
@citizencrafthouse
1201 J Street / Sacramento / 95814
https://www.citizensactown.com/

👉 next door to @coracoffeee
👉 across from the Sheraton
👉 Reservations: 916-497-8742
👉 Walk-ins welcomed
👉 Parking lots within a block
👉 Street parking on 11th, J, and 13th ...