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Sun, September 27 - Tue, September 29

Holo Holo Music Festival @ Heart Health Park

The history of the Sacramento Valley area, and the people, is rich in heritage, culture and tradition. This entire area was a gathering place for many local tribes who have lived throughout the central valley and the foothills for generations and are the original stewards of this land.

Sat, October 3

13th Annual Sacramento Century Challenge

Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento and the scenic Delta wine region. 4 different routes: 100 mi., 63 mi., 36 mi., 16 mi. //post-ride festival: live music, food, beer, and wine vendors

Sun, October 4 - Thu, October 8

AFTERSHOCK 2026 @ Discovery Park

Oct 1-4 // My Chemical Romance, The Offspring, Sublime, Limp Bizkit, $UICIDEBOY$, Wu-Tang Clan, Public Enemy, Cypress Hill, Insane Clown Posse, Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember, TOOL, Queens of the Stone Age, Danny Elfman, and more

Sat, October 10

An Afternoon with William T. Vollmann & Devyn Defoe

celebrating their forthcoming novels, A Table for Fortune and Burnside. The authors will share readings from their work before a brief Q&A. A book signing will follow the program.

Sat, October 10

Día de los Muertos Fiesta 2026 @ California Museum

Celebrate the grand opening of Sendero de las Almas Luminosas (Path of the Luminous Souls) at the California Museum’s annual Día de los Muertos Fiesta on Saturday, Oct. 10!

Sat, October 17

2026 Sacramento Archives Crawl

Spend the day discovering rarely seen pieces of our region’s history as archives and special collections from throughout the Sacramento area // FREE // start at any of the 4 locations

Sat, October 17

2026 Velo Ball @ Sierra 2 Center

Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates fundraiser // Food & drink, live auction, photobooth, music, awards

Sun, October 18

Artazan Handcraft Market @ Sac Scottish Rite Center

Oct 16, 17, 18 // brings together artists, makers, designers, craftspeople, and specialty food producers >> visitors can explore beautiful work, connect w makers, & learn new skills

Fri, October 23

Country In The Park @ Heart Health Park

Country In The Park 2 is almost here! Bring Your Crew. We’ll Bring the Country.

More Sacramento Events

Tue, September 29

$5 Pint Tuesdays @ Alaro

All Pints, All Day, Every Tuesday! Enjoy award-winning craft beer in the heart of Midtown for just five bucks every Tuesday.

Tue, September 29

Drawing Democracy exhibit @ Sac History Museum

Drawing Democracy is a month-long exhibition and series of public programs exploring political cartooning, satire, free expression, and democracy. Runs September 18 – October 31.

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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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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Sep 29

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This good-looking Cowboy Burger is on this week`s specials menu at Limelight. Get one tomorrow (Wed/30th) at the Survivor 51 Watch Party (8pm). Available through Sunday! 🤠

** The weekly specials are available Monday - Sunday. **

Limelight Bar & Cafe
1014 Alhambra Blvd & J Street
(916)-446-2236
@limelight916

Bar & Restaurant
Mon-Thur: 11am - midnight
Friday: 11am - 2am
Saturday: 9am - 2 am
Sunday: 9am to 10pm

Cardroom
Mon - Sat: 11am - 2am
Sunday: 11am - midnight

Sep 29

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The Gulf Shrimp Tacos` zesty Aleppo seasoning is perfectly balanced with the mango salsa, avocado smash, and blue corn tortillas. Find them on the lunch or dinner menu at OCTOPUS BAJA. 😋

📸 @d0nttellmytrainer 🙏

Octopus Baja
@octopusbajasac
2731 K Street
Midtown Sacramento
916-754-2172

Regular Hours:
Monday >> 11am - 8pm
Tue - Thur >> 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat >> 11am - 10pm
Sunday >> 11am - 7pm

Happy Hours:
Every Day >> 4pm - 6pm

Sep 29

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Find CMT bios, specialties, photos, and favorite quotes on Sacramento Massage Studio`s website. ** locally owned and operated **
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“Sacramento Massage Studio has an incredible staff and professionalism of the highest caliber. I chose Grace based on her bio and she was excellent. She listened about the areas I wanted focus on and stayed away from my bad knee! She really understands deep tissue and worked on my problem areas. I am extremely satisfied and looking forward to my next appointment with Grace!”

- Mark P, via Google 5/19/26
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Sacramento Massage Studio
2301 J Street
916-628-4662
Open Mon-Sat

Sep 29

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FREE @templecoffee CLASSES coming up at the 4201 H Street location in East Sacramento. No sign-ups required.

☕ COFFEE TEMPERATURE and FLAVOR ☕
Friday, October 2nd | 1PM to 2PM⁠
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How often have you ever brewed a hot pot of coffee and noticed that your second or third cup tastes a little different? Maybe it tastes more muted, or perhaps brighter, than it did when it was hot. Whether you’re a hot coffee purist or an iced coffee aficionado, this class will explore how we taste coffee and how drinking temperature can affect our perception of flavor.⁠

☕ WATER QUALITY ☕
Friday, October 16th | 1PM to 2PM⁠
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Have you ever wondered why your coffee tastes different at home than it does at Temple? The water you’re using could be one of the key reasons. Coffee is more than 98% water, yet water is often one of the most overlooked components of brewing. Come learn about water’s impact on coffee and taste side-by-side how different types of water can change the flavor in your cup.
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